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Jason Momoa Restores His Wife’s 1965 Mustang, Her First Car When She Was 17
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Jason Momoa Restores His Wife’s 1965 Mustang, Her First Car When She Was 17

Jason Momoa Surprised His Wife Lisa Bonet By Fully Restoring The First Car She Ever BoughtJason Momoa Restored His Wife's 1965 Mustang – Her First Car That She Bought When She Was 17Jason Momoa Surprises His Wife By Restoring Her First Car, A 1965 MustangJason Momoa Gives His Wife A Present - A Full Restoration Of Her First Ever CarJason Momoa Restores His Wife's 1965 Mustang Which Was The First Car She Ever BoughtJason Momoa Surprises His Wife By Restoring Her First Car Ever - A 1965 MustangJason Momoa Has His Wife's First Car Restored As A Surprise For HerJason Momoa Restores His Wife's 1965 Mustang, Her First Car When She Was 17Jason Momoa Restores His Wife's 1965 Mustang, Her First Car When She Was 17Jason Momoa Restores His Wife's 1965 Mustang, Her First Car When She Was 17
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Jason Momoa is winning some major points with his wife, actress Lisa Bonet. Earlier this week, the Aquaman star posted a YouTube video revealing what lengths he’d gone to when resurrecting his lady’s first car — a 1965 Ford Mustang.

Now 52, Bonet bought the car when she was 17 but over the years, it got really beat up. However, since it was too precious for her to get rid of, she kept the Mustang with plans to restore it when the time was right.

14 years passed and the Mustang was still just rusting away.

Enough was enough. So Momoa secretly took the car to custom automotive builder Divine 1 Customs and after the guys worked their magic on it, he drove it out to surprise his wife.

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    Jason Momoa decided to surprise his wife by restoring her first car

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    She bought the 1965 Mustang when she was 17 and couldn’t let go of it even when it got pretty beat up

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    So Momoa secretly took the car to custom automotive builder Divine 1 Customs

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    And it came out perfect

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    His wife was really happy to see her “first love” again

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    Image credits: Jason Momoa

    And immediately took it out for a spin

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    The couple met in 2005 at a jazz club. “We just happened to be in the right place at the right time,” Momoa said to Corden. “I actually had dreaded my hair for her. I had dreadlocks, she had dreadlocks. I literally turned around and I see her and she goes, ‘I’m Lisa.’ I turned around to my friend and I [pretends to scream]. I had fireworks going off inside, man. I convinced her to take me home, because I was living in a hotel.”

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    After over a decade of being partners, the couple got married in early October of 2017. The low-key ceremony took place at their home in Topanga, California with just family and friends. Little is known about their special day, and the duo want to keep it that way.

    Together, they have to kids, but Jason is also “papabear” to actress Zoë Kravitz, who Lisa shares with singer Lenny Kravitz.

    Actually, the three stars made headlines recently for their friendly relationships after Lenny publicly wished Momoa a happy birthday on Instagram.

    Here’s what people said about the surprise

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    Bill
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful. I would have kept the white paint though

    Stannous Flouride
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That paint job was a nod to the first Ford GT40 prototype that was painted in that livery. When they raced 3 of them at Le Mans they had to change the color because McLaren had already registered that combination. The movie "Ford vs. Ferrari" is an excellent telling of that story. The swept the first three spots of a race they entered just because Enzo Ferrari had dissed American carmakers, Ford in particular.

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    Pseudo Puppy
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    as if we need another reason to adore & respect this man, and the love he has with his wife & kids. Seriously.... <3

    Angela B
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although Jason makes me go weak at the knees, I deeply admire the love he has for his wife and family. Respect to a man that shows that he loves his family. Trolls and detractors will always have something to say about celebrities. I can only hope to one day meet a man that looks at me the way Jason looks at his wife.

    Radek Suski
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not a fan of American cars but mustang looks kinda good. And I'm really happy he didn't "verschlimmbessert" it

    Nevits Yibble
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a '73 Mach I (351 Cleveland). It handles like s**t, rides like s**t, and there are a million things wrong with it. But it looks cool! (I also like how I push the accelerator, and it instantly GOES. Like, whiplash)

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    Bumble
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fooking love Jason and Lisa but I wonder why did he get in the driving seat? If it was for her and it was her first car, surely she should be the one driving them off?

    Benevolent Panda Mouse
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if...she’s thinking to herself....”I have no idea who’s car this is...and he’s so happy I don’t want to tell him”

    Pseudo Puppy
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm the same with my first car. Won't give it up... and in the process of restoring it. <3 I can appreciate the meaning behind all of this.

    Barry Starr
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome job on restoration, it looks very nice and should serve her well for many years. Good Job, Jason

    kkathleen517
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awwwww!!!! I just love posts about wealthy people spending money on their families! Truly heartwarming!

    danielw
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That moment when you realize... Jason Momoa is just like the rest of us mere mortals.... in at least one way: he restored the car by taking it to somebody else who knew what they were doing. Still pretty sweet and awesome of him...but... this makes me feel a little bit better.

    Rebecah Ozuna
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that he does anything to keep her interested on him really makes him beyond adorable. I wish them many more decades on corresponding love.

    katboxjanitor
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Watching the video of him with both kids dropping off the car and getting to see it fully restored was pretty neat! They seem to be quite an interesting family and have a lot of respect for their places in life at this moment.

    Steve Dutch
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was completely turned off by him in the trailers for Aquaman, but I saw it on a flight and thought it was great. Okay, I was totally wrong about the guy. He's a total hero.

    Dorothy Parker
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lisa must be pretty great to warrant such devotion. Happy for them both.

    Chris DiFonso
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jason Momoa again did something that was very, very nice. However, the headline to this post is misleading; it implies that he did the car's restoration himself.

    Sheryl Logan
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lisa Has great taste in men and cars. I love that he does so many good things for his family and fans. He is a really beautiful soul

    LittleMissLotus
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's honestly nothing more satisfying than seeing something get restored

    Placebo Domingo
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish my future rich wife will restore the Koenigsegg she gave me, after my first test drive.

    Tyler Duffy
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F*****g love restoring cars. Love it. Love it. Love it. Currently building a 500hp 2008 Volvo S40 (the most beautiful modern model made). Bilstin coilover kit, Elevate rear sway bar, Elevate performance intercooler, Elevate Ram air intake, Elevate Performance inlet manifold, Elevate Lower inlet manifold, Elevate wastgate, K16 Turbo. On and on and on. This b***h is sick.

    Kostas
    Community Member
    4 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    he would be 100% cool and king of internet if not for his r******d protests against Hawaii telescope

    Tor Rolf Strøm
    Community Member
    4 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    This is nice, but did he do anything himself? except pay some money, of which he probably have plenty? Just asking!

    Bumble
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's say your wife always wanted- I don't know, laser eye surgery. Would it only be an amazing gift if you performed the procedure yourself? He went to the trouble of searching it out, finding the perfect guys to do it and shelling out what I presume to be a significant amount to bring her first car back to her. So yeah- he did a lot.

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    Bill
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful. I would have kept the white paint though

    Stannous Flouride
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That paint job was a nod to the first Ford GT40 prototype that was painted in that livery. When they raced 3 of them at Le Mans they had to change the color because McLaren had already registered that combination. The movie "Ford vs. Ferrari" is an excellent telling of that story. The swept the first three spots of a race they entered just because Enzo Ferrari had dissed American carmakers, Ford in particular.

    Load More Replies...
    Pseudo Puppy
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    as if we need another reason to adore & respect this man, and the love he has with his wife & kids. Seriously.... <3

    Angela B
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although Jason makes me go weak at the knees, I deeply admire the love he has for his wife and family. Respect to a man that shows that he loves his family. Trolls and detractors will always have something to say about celebrities. I can only hope to one day meet a man that looks at me the way Jason looks at his wife.

    Radek Suski
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not a fan of American cars but mustang looks kinda good. And I'm really happy he didn't "verschlimmbessert" it

    Nevits Yibble
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a '73 Mach I (351 Cleveland). It handles like s**t, rides like s**t, and there are a million things wrong with it. But it looks cool! (I also like how I push the accelerator, and it instantly GOES. Like, whiplash)

    Load More Replies...
    Bumble
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fooking love Jason and Lisa but I wonder why did he get in the driving seat? If it was for her and it was her first car, surely she should be the one driving them off?

    Benevolent Panda Mouse
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if...she’s thinking to herself....”I have no idea who’s car this is...and he’s so happy I don’t want to tell him”

    Pseudo Puppy
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm the same with my first car. Won't give it up... and in the process of restoring it. <3 I can appreciate the meaning behind all of this.

    Barry Starr
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome job on restoration, it looks very nice and should serve her well for many years. Good Job, Jason

    kkathleen517
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awwwww!!!! I just love posts about wealthy people spending money on their families! Truly heartwarming!

    danielw
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That moment when you realize... Jason Momoa is just like the rest of us mere mortals.... in at least one way: he restored the car by taking it to somebody else who knew what they were doing. Still pretty sweet and awesome of him...but... this makes me feel a little bit better.

    Rebecah Ozuna
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that he does anything to keep her interested on him really makes him beyond adorable. I wish them many more decades on corresponding love.

    katboxjanitor
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Watching the video of him with both kids dropping off the car and getting to see it fully restored was pretty neat! They seem to be quite an interesting family and have a lot of respect for their places in life at this moment.

    Steve Dutch
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was completely turned off by him in the trailers for Aquaman, but I saw it on a flight and thought it was great. Okay, I was totally wrong about the guy. He's a total hero.

    Dorothy Parker
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lisa must be pretty great to warrant such devotion. Happy for them both.

    Chris DiFonso
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jason Momoa again did something that was very, very nice. However, the headline to this post is misleading; it implies that he did the car's restoration himself.

    Sheryl Logan
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lisa Has great taste in men and cars. I love that he does so many good things for his family and fans. He is a really beautiful soul

    LittleMissLotus
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's honestly nothing more satisfying than seeing something get restored

    Placebo Domingo
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish my future rich wife will restore the Koenigsegg she gave me, after my first test drive.

    Tyler Duffy
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F*****g love restoring cars. Love it. Love it. Love it. Currently building a 500hp 2008 Volvo S40 (the most beautiful modern model made). Bilstin coilover kit, Elevate rear sway bar, Elevate performance intercooler, Elevate Ram air intake, Elevate Performance inlet manifold, Elevate Lower inlet manifold, Elevate wastgate, K16 Turbo. On and on and on. This b***h is sick.

    Kostas
    Community Member
    4 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    he would be 100% cool and king of internet if not for his r******d protests against Hawaii telescope

    Tor Rolf Strøm
    Community Member
    4 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    This is nice, but did he do anything himself? except pay some money, of which he probably have plenty? Just asking!

    Bumble
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's say your wife always wanted- I don't know, laser eye surgery. Would it only be an amazing gift if you performed the procedure yourself? He went to the trouble of searching it out, finding the perfect guys to do it and shelling out what I presume to be a significant amount to bring her first car back to her. So yeah- he did a lot.

    Load More Replies...
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