1936 Auburn Boattail Speedster Replica “Slow-Burn”
Quick Specs
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Rick Dore Kustoms
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Egyptian leather by Bob Devine/ Rick Dore
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350-cubic inch Chevrolet V8
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James Hetfield, lead vocalist & rhythm guitarist of Metallica
For Whom The Auburn Rolls
“Slow Burn” was crafted from an official Glen Pray recreation of an Auburn Boattail. The fiberglass body made it difficult to alter extensively, so Hetfield and Dore instead added details, like a sloped, Carson-style convertible top, to emphasize the car’s curving lines. The root beer paint color of the fenders, in contrast with the darker body color, highlights their sinuous shape. Accents like the geometric grille, taillight trim, and personally designed wheels exemplify Hetfield’s personal style.
Collection of the Petersen Automotive Museum — Gift of the Hetfield Family
This Vehicle featured in the Vault.
1936 Auburn Boattail Speedster Replica “Slow-Burn” Gallery
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