Lead Sled
A heavily modified automobile
Example
Did you see that lead sled on First Avenue?
I did. She's a beaut!
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A lead sled (pronounced "led sled") is an automobile that an owner has significantly altered, likely a classic car from the 1940s or 50s, to create a smooth, stylish vehicle that stands out through its craftsmanship and design rather than high-speed performance. The name comes from the metal chemical element (lead) used to fill body panels after modifying the automobile's shape and lowering the vehicle's body so close to the ground that it looks like a sled.
Common lead sled modifications include chopping the roof, shaving off door handles, and smoothing seams. Lead sleds also often feature custom paint jobs, lowered suspensions, and other alterations that enhance their streamlined, almost futuristic look.
If you are a car enthusiast, you are likely familiar with lead sleds since they are iconic in car culture, especially within the custom and hot rod communities. Popular models for lead sled builds include the Mercury Eight, Ford Shoebox, and similar classic American cars.