A lead sled is a standard production automobile with a body heavily modified in particular ways; especially, though not exclusively, a 1949, 1950, or 1951 model year Ford 'Shoebox' or Mercury Eight ca
The Hirohata Merc, one of the most famous cars in the lead sled style
A 1950 Mercury lead sled and a stock 1950 Mercury for comparison. The lead sled has received a roof chop, fadeaway fenders, a canted B pillar, frenched headlights, shaved doorhandles and trim, and more.