1953 Buick Convertible “Lead Sled”

Not long ago, a couple of virtual automotive artists kicked off a new dream muscle car periplus and started imagining all sorts of cool revivals. Now, one of them also got struck by inspiration for a personal series.

This 1953 Buick Convertible “Lead Sled” was a coupe that had the top cut off and made into a Roadster. The work look good to me as far as fit goes. No windows, windshield is good, has the originaldrivetrainin it engine runs good has aluminum Radiator, dynaflow trans.

The Buick Convertible “Lead Sled” was really a hand-built car. The fenders, outer door panels and portions of the convertible top were special stampings. The inner door panels were made from the Roadmaster and were cut in half and welded back together in a jig that was set at an angle to get the desired door dip.

To achieve the lower stance, the frame was not altered, but the windshield was lowered three inches and the side windows and top were lowered. A great deal of lead filler was used, especially behind the doors.

The interior was finished with narrow pleated leather that was offered in two-tone combinations.

Yes, it really is an exceedingly rare car, so there is probably little to no chance of anyone daring such a crazy attempt in the real world. So, please, at least let us have our CGI moment with this aired, widebody “lead sled” instead. Complete with all the implied summer vibes and a roaring, chromed side exhaust setup!