METALLICA'S JAMES HETFIELD'S | CAR COLLECTION

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In 2019, James Hetfield donated his car collection to the Petersen Automotive Museum. James has always been a car guy and shares his car journey to one of the coolest custom car collections around. Hetfield, has described seeing cars in the same way he sees music: as forms of freedom and expression that convey the passions of their creator.
Best known as a co-founder, songwriter, singer, and guitarist for the heavy metal band Metallica, James Hetfield has also gained recognition in the automotive world for his unique collection of entirely bespoke vehicles. While the vast majority of collectors acquire vehicles by purchasing pre-existing examples, Hetfield elected instead to build his from scratch, channeling creativity often reserved for his music into the production of rolling sculptures.
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[@MattCassCook]

“A band called Metallica.” what a fucking legend.

[@michaelpohlgeers3214]

also introducing himself as "a dad, husband" before even going into the Metallica stuff shows what his priorities nowadays are, especially that he's a human off-stage and not that insane metal persona. I admire that immensely.

[@getarplayer5958]

ive never heard of them are they good or worth listening to ?

[@obiwan042]

No they suck actually. I listen to their first 5 albums every single day on repeat to torture myself

[@getarplayer5958]

@@obiwan042 sound like they're awful

[@wiktordykas5513]

​@@getarplayer5958 Nice artwork in your profile picture. I wonder where it's from

[@pepperVenge]

I'll watch anything with James Hetfield in it.

[@pepperVenge]

@@davidpearson6346 Ha!

[@legendaryguitarhero]

Same! Anything!

[@pepperVenge]

@wlod nat I did. Loved it. Especially the parts that didn't have Lars.

[@chris.pbacon1811]

A gay porn?

[@codprocamp4690]

Met him briefly in 92 and he was a prick.

[@AT-yg4nk]

This dude is the most badass frontman in Metal history. His riffs, his melodies, his voice, are all legendary!!!

[@bkjung391]

lyrics are so prominent

[@Skoshtwo]

Most of all, his stage presence is just unparalleled

[@nathanlake5202]

Him, Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford are probably the three greats

[@konovalov10]

and he has a f,,,king beautiful garage and very interesting cars !

[@simonlloyd7557]

I can't believe how much he's aged over the last 10 years...scary. Then again, I was 17 when I discovered Metallica, and now Im 50...how did that happen?

[@bustersmith5569]

It happens very fast,,,,, 🤔

[@BosworthMcG]

@@bustersmith5569 yeah, 40 to 50 people age super fast

[@user-jw1jl7zn7g]

You are ancient.

[@markstewart8171]

9 when i discovered them and 31 now. I know what you mean.

[@jensj.7282]

Maybe the lifestyle and his alcohol addiction?

[@Cod3Thr33]

"I'm a dad, husband, I am a singer and guitar player for a band called Metallica...". This statement speaks volumes.

[@dzaijn]

First time I hear him utter those words. Very powerful.

[@RikkyTang]

I thought he said "I'm a bad husband" so thanks for this! 😁

[@justenbeashel]

@Great Cornholio you need family and friends to survive this world man. All the best!

[@perry9259]

He kept his humility.

[@Darek225Army]

@Great Cornholio yeah its more of a funny statement too because he says a band called metallica like the band is just some small thing lol

[@SulfuricRain]

The fact that James can look fondly back at memories of a father that left says a lot about him as a person

[@A_Final_Hit]

Therapy helps a great deal.

[@backintogear9071]

@@A_Final_Hit very true. And I'm sure that's why he turned to alcohol for so long. But he's older now and able to reflect differently

[@unicornsteaks6769]

Watch Some Kind Of Monster. He wasn't exactly "over it" at that time. I know from my mom's side of the family, that sticks with you. No matter when your family members leave you or die, you try to stay close to some part of them. If it happens when you're young, your development as a human being can get stuck there.

[@sgtraytango]

Hell, you can see Virgil Hetfield sitting listening to the band's work during the making of The Black Album. They were still sort of close, despite him leaving the family. His death from the same cancer that took James' mother inspired "Until It Sleeps", too.

[@SulfuricRain]

@@unicornsteaks6769 I've seen it, awesome movie. And to be honest, it's one of those things that you don't really get over, but one that you accept for what it is.

[@FB67Mustang]

That’s a badass garage, the way the neon signs reflect off the paint of his cars is gorgeous

[@timvandenbrink4461]

Amazing….

[@JohnnyGingy]

Those vintage neon signs are worth a crap ton as well 😱

[@DownwardElevator]

I’ll never forget being at a Metallica show and him reminding people that we were all Metallica family, no matter what color of your skin and that there was no room for hate in the family. A legend in music and a hell of a human being. He rules 🤘

[@morgellon7877]

The guy who played the solo on the first Metal Massacre version of Hit the Lights, Lloyd Grant, is black. He wasn't a full member; he used to jam with Lars while Lars was starting Metallica with James, and he jammed with all of them, but I read in an interview he said it was faster than the stuff he was trying to do at the time. But he was the only guy they knew who could play lead, so he played on that first release.

[@ok_tt]

@@morgellon7877 I didn't know that, thanks for the information!

[@Radtastical]

James is such a well spoken man. I'm happy he was able to overcome those horrible events in his childhood. My respect for him is ever growing.

[@tjjohnson310]

There lies

[@alienduce6755]

@@tjjohnson310 only god knows what you tried to state there

[@Wargsy]

@@alienduce6755 if god exists dont think he woukd either

[@L4zyGun]

He falls back into alcohol every now and then... god knows what is the constant trigger for this habit.

[@FuriousKAMEX]

@@L4zyGun that happens to most alcoholics. it's a disease man, you never truly overcome it

[@quinnmitchel4075]

0:55 He said “A band called Metallica” as if they’re were a small not famous band

[@jermainesullivan3330]

He's being humble which is really cool for being possibly the biggest metal band.

[@lucasgasparino6141]

A true king doesn't need a golden chair...

[@Novi1984Beograd]

Because of the younger generations

[@ginomanuel9573]

Stayed grounded👌

[@theangriestbassplayer7492]

I met him backstage on the Black Album tour. He was every bit as humble, down to earth, and just a solid dude who just wanted to hang out with people as this interview implies. He's not a rockstar. He's a dude who likes music and cars. And he's more than happy to sit and talk about it.

[@architectinth]

James is well-spoken and seems like a genuinely good person. It's nice to see talent like James take their lives to a whole new, and positive level.

[@toddjohnson7133]

Respect. He has taste. He can work on the machine. He is an actual musician. He doesn't buy a Lamborghini and paint it lime green and gold or a Bentley and jack it up on 25" rims and say he's a car guy.

[@davesegal2631]

The 100's of hours I have spent working on cars with Metallica playing in the garage....

[@the_original_Bilb_Ono]

And James has spent 100s of hours working on Metallica with cars in the background..

[@papikrabz3592]

Did they come and play in your garage personally, because I wouldn't mind that XD

[@65coupestang]

THAT'S HOW THINGS SHOULD BE DONE..IN A GARAGE WORKING ON A CAR ..WITH METALLICA BLASTING OVER THE SPEAKERS IN THE BACKGROUND🙂😂🤣👍👍..!!

[@65coupestang]

Hmm I wonder if he owned the Camaro's that were in the music videos for "fuel" as well as "I dissappear" Not that'd be a/THE REAL ANSWER AS TO HOW MUCH OF A CAR NUT THIS GUY JAMES HETFIELD IS 🤔🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤨HEH J/K I KNOW WHO JAMES IS AND WHAT HE'S DONE/BEEN ABLE TO ACCOMPLISH(ED)

[@johnjson]

@thislittlepiggy oi all Big 3 companies have made their fair share of good and bad cars

[@Spaxcore]

I love that every time I see Hetfield introduce himself he says "I'm in a band called Metallica". It makes him sound genuinely humble to me.

[@cyrillanicoche1490]

Why the hell did they not play ‘Fuel’ in the background

[@shred9475]

@@cyrillanicoche1490 wherever i may>>>>>>>>fuel

[@nomad1517]

I think it's just the fact that he sees it as a career and not like he's a god or royalty. He makes music to express himself and to help others. Just like a video game creator makes video games because they love to make people happy and make themselves happy as well. He's even said that when he goes shopping for groceries, some people may not know who he is, and he just waves like everybody else because he knows he's going to live and die like everybody else, money will vanish, and he will go into the earth with no memory of who or what he was, he just enjoys the ride.

[@hafizarrifin7581]

Agree

[@user-jq4fz6co8b]

That’s one way to think about it. But he also says that knowing not all car guys know who Metallica is.

[@regularguyreviews3048]

This guy couldn’t be any cooler, a living legend!

[@jengable4888]

I agree !

[@pcdrumz187]

“I’m a dad, husband, and singer”. When you got your priorities ON POINT! Respect bro.👊🏽

[@JonBlondell]

Absolutely.

[@theredgoatviking4686]

I’m obsessed with cars and Metallica so this is epic.

[@boxxxinator6084]

Same here, my friend!

[@christopherw6309]

Me as well! I feel connected to my dad through cars. I also grew up with Metallica! This was awesome!

[@222MovieMan]

These are the kinds of cars I like. Not the rich mumble rappers who only buy luxury cars like lambos and shit.

[@andreazoli6407]

Same here!!! So cool, james is so good at both

[@alteregos8949]

You’re all too funny.

[@fernandomty8984]

Im mexican, so english isn't my first lenguage, but the way James talks is super clear and helps a lot to learn it

[@borisbbt941]

I can see

[@Alejandro_ip99]

That's exactly what I thought bro, same situation here.

[@Sin526]

Ello tiene un voz mas fuerte amigo 👍

[@tk-ks1hp]

ExactlyAAA

[@orion_8181]

Exactamente, justo pensé lo mismo. Estoy aprendiendo inglés y James me es de mucha ayuda.

[@megaman4135]

This guy should make a tv series. A living legend.

[@honestjohn6222]

He has given so many people great music and entertainment, he deserves anything he wants !

[@JazzSoulMetal]

This mentality that James talks about here is the reason why he, and Metallica, will ALWAYS be inspiring! ❤️🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽☠️✊🏿

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

🤔 you mean perspiring.

[@turtleneckferret]

Race traitor

[@kevinmartin7354]

I’m 50 years old and been listening to Metallica forever it seems and the older I get the more I respect James.

[@fiaminhafia1750]

Me too man!

[@roddydykes7053]

Kevin Martin I’ll give you a 50th like for your 50 years

[@imthegrinchthatstolechrist4384]

No one asked how old you are

[@acespades81official16]

@@imthegrinchthatstolechrist4384, you don't have to be an ass

[@aaebsssb9914]

I only wash my hands when I shit on them No one asked for you to reply to the original comment

[@SJM6791]

James is so humble. He describes himself as singer and guitar player for a band called Metallica. As if that’s not a HUGE deal!! I love this dude. His taste in cars is second to none!!

[@crazyralph6386]

To everyone else....he's a rock God!!!

[@SJM6791]

@@crazyralph6386- It has a death curse! You’re all doomed.

[@jengable4888]

It is nice to see him so happy and content in his life. He is very lucky to have all of those vehicles, because I can barely afford anything after my 2003 Honda Element was systematically vandalized, and some of the local police in Connecticut covered it up ! On another note, James seems so at peace, and I enjoy listening him provide background information about his life. I am glad he was able to recognize what he needed and then found his fulfillment.

[@PiazzaGurl]

I just love listening to him talk. Explains his song writing. He’s such a great story teller. He engages you and takes you into his world.

[@MattyT_86]

Hi voice is very calming. He should read kids bedtime stories.

[@seashley8931]

Very chill dude. I'd probably get along with him lol

[@nillkig.germens]

Cause he’s not a leftard like Lars and Kirk.

[@orandachildren1051]

@@seashley8931 Naw, he's not chill at all. Watch some kind of monster. He's an arrogant controlling prick.

[@vincentkeegan]

It's interesting learning about the human side of rock gods.

[@Dozereyes]

that why we have you tube. imagine if this was available in the 70's and 80's? it does ruin the mystery being a Rock Star. I remember only seeing the band without pics was only on MTV videos. Going to a concert was a BIG DEAL because there was no way of EVER seeing them live unless you were there.

[@PopularMonsterUSA]

I love the KZbin video of him taking his daughter (in her pink tutu) to ballet class!

[@michelelaraia7358]

Macchina d fantaman all'inizio

[@michelelaraia7358]

@@Dozereyes parole sante!saluti dal Sud Italia!7:24 a.m.

[@ionel1231]

Metal gods you freaking noob

[@gregoryarutyunyan5361]

What a talented person. James's vocals really helped me to go through challenges when I was in high school/college back in 90's. I really love him.

[@jimscouten6092]

James Hetfield is not only my favorite rhythm guitar player on the planet but he is a car nut like I am but with a bit more financial backing then I have. He has overcome the same family life obstacles through life that I went through but he took charge with his life at an early age to make his life a better place than his parents left him with and I commend him for that!! An incredible musician, an incredible man! I just wish I could just jam with him, just once. It's on my bucket list!!!

[@Krubba]

This guy is truly a legend. The most complete frontman in metal music. The mighty HETFIELD

[@orandachildren1051]

Phockin' drunkard.

[@hksMovies]

oh yeah.

[@pomadren1]

He become a legend 25 years ago, now he's an icon.

[@orandachildren1051]

@@pomadren1 Now he's the cowardly lion from Wizard of Oz.

[@ravingmilf3148]

@@orandachildren1051 one day you will understand life

[@taylor65712]

To me, James Hetfield is the Clint Eastwood of music💯

[@5.0dirtsmurf34]

Dude, this is spot tf on.

[@DanN-hp9lj]

Yea, he is truly something.

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

🤔 I would say, the Rebecca Black of pop music, or the David Hasselhoff of rock music! The Joe Bidon of of politicians or the Kamala Harris of border security.

[@70ksingh]

Singer for a band called 'MettalicA' so humble, gotta love James! from 13 to now 52, He has been with me through most of my life.....in music! 🤟🤟🤟✊✊✊

[@tpavlov29]

Not only a music legend, the dude is a gear head as well! This man can do no wrong!

[@emauriciofg]

COWARDLY MURDERER OF ANIMALS

[@rudolffrajman3914]

It would be cool if there was a Tv show "Papa Hets Restaurtions" ,or smthng like that

[@philortega6516]

Except he hasn't really restored the cars himself. Builder rick dore created those vehicles he has.

[@mikemarino7806]

Hetstorations

[@gilliss6]

love the title

[@rudolffrajman3914]

@@philortega6516 yeah, i know, but it would be cool to see that on Tv

[@altrock86]

Phil Ortega true but Dave Navarro is t an ink master himself as far as I know but he still is on a show.

[@bats__]

I could listen to James talking about his passions for hours

[@HaloFlutie27]

Someone give this man a podcast

[@augsnow2067]

Right on brother

[@bustersmith5569]

He does a very good job 👏 👍

[@CHlEFFIN]

What an inspiration you have been throughout my whole life, James Hetfield. You’ve endured the lowest of lows, with the passing away of your mother at an early age to the difficulties you struggled with as a teenager raised in a strict catholic family… I thank you for all the strength and love you have given me, a random fan whom you will probably never meet. Nevertheless, you have affected my life in an indescribable way and for that I will always be indebted to you. Thank you for everything.🤍

[@scotty193]

Every car in the Garage is hard earned. James is the greatest Front man that ever was in Metal history and I wont even argue that case because its true.

[@AnyFactor]

This car collector sure can play the heck out of a guitar.

[@the_original_Bilb_Ono]

Based on this guy's interview i think i might check out his band _Mettalica_ or whatever, i bet they have some decent country/western songs. It's a shame they never made it mainstream.

[@voxterh.6166]

@@the_original_Bilb_Ono yeah quite unfortunate, if only they sold millions of albums and toured all over the world

[@pneumonoultramicroscopicsi2577]

@@voxterh.6166 i heard their drummer was one of the best ever

[@Nicoskiwy]

@@pneumonoultramicroscopicsi2577have you heard of their song st. Anger? Its really good!

[@jameshetfield2962]

Thanks for being a great fan, I know you would be so amazed and shocked to get a text from me, but trust me it's nothing to me....

[@803mastiff9]

"That's cool but I could do better" is spot on and how we should inspire others and especially youth. That is how we progress as a society. If a kid said that to me I would grin and say "Do it" then I would really smile when they proved it.

[@alexalexis7899]

803 Mastiff I don’t think kids should be the main focus of this attitude. Anyone who has a burning desire to pursue something, regardless of age, deserves to be encouraged, deserves to think to themselves “I can do better” and deserves to be celebrated if they accomplish it.

[@seventeenducks7212]

James has always had this mentality and it’s one of the biggest reasons I love him. He’s always considered himself just another fan who happened to get some lucky breaks. It’s honestly incredible to see a guy who’s been performing at his level for so long be so humble.

[@mikehemens9359]

Hows the kid gonna do better? Hetfield can just just buy whatever tf.

[@TheeDevilWearsPrada]

Good luck because this generation of kids are the worst. And to think the future will be this generation is scary.

[@bryanelam7431]

James Hatfield has always been the man since all the way back to the 80s and I have always loved him! As time goes on he gets more awsome all time, this car collection is a example!! This collection is one of the most beautiful I've seen, it's absolutely unbelievable, literally one of the best!!!

[@swississue4950]

I can't say i've seen many car collections !? Mr Metalhead !!! James ! You just made me smile ! Am well impressed !!!

[@SoilentGr33n]

He's got taste too. Every car is custom in some way and all paints, proportions, everything looks good from every angle.

[@TechSeller]

The garage decor is pretty impressive in itself.

[@oneofmanyte3321]

@@TechSeller Yeah man I was just as impressed with the decor as I was the cars

[@noobsquadwolfpack649]

Only body can age, but the soul of James still young and badass

[@jamesagwe2981]

And then there's Ringo

[@dixienormus6941]

And my god is he looking old!

[@m42037]

Matt Cooley Ringo dyes his hair as i do, Paul does sometimes. This dude is only about 55, he would look 40 if he dyed it and grew it out a little. I mean he is in Metallica not a old hick country band lol

[@Brandon-sb3nw]

Ken Sturm Fr and if he brought the goatee back

[@icanmanifest]

This was AMAZING to go see!

[@ATOMICROBOT667]

Been very fortunate to see some of his car in person, absolutely gorgeous rides!

[@Omar_E11]

"And to be able to put these on display, so someone else gets inspired; or some young kid says 'hey that's really cool but I could do better!' you know, that's what I'd love to see." I find that magnificent.

[@Billo1281]

Omar I read this comment exactly as he said it.

[@sudeth]

@@Billo1281 me either

[@qjarman7753]

This guy is living my dream.. and he has earned every piece of this through his talent and beautiful human nature

[@Fireleaf]

You must be american to believe this.. No offend but there are so much peoples with talent and vision which should get any chance to make their down thing.. The biggest problem is that no one will just put a dollar in it nowadays, cause we want all for nothing.. think about it or hate me, i don't mind ✌

[@jonm6244]

Fireleaf he deserves every drop of success and more

[@spekenbonen72]

@@Fireleaf Not stomping. But back in the days (80's) it was HARD work, getting a break in the music world. Not a big fan of all their albums, but you can't say they don't deserve their status (and the perks that come with it).

[@jacobstephens2096]

@@spekenbonen72 truly in rock and metal, it's much harder nowadays to "get big" in music in my opinion.

[@mikl376]

@@jacobstephens2096 well, I personally think that this is due to the technology used in metal and rock to be outdated since the trend in today's music comprises mainly of synthesized sounds. If metal and rock wants to be reborn someone has to bring new technology and innovation and live up to the advancement of other genres.

[@jimshaw1747]

James love your music and your talent for building cars. Such an awesome combo . Keep the music and cars going. You are a great inspiration for alot of young people. Thank you for sharing James Shaw

[@fredstone3875]

Summer sanitarium tour 2000 ravens stadium I was front row pressed against the rails. I could see the sweat flinging from this guy. The crowd was so into it the band played late, taking a huge pay cut because of the fine. Almost four hours of pure rock. THANK YOU.

[@suballica]

I don’t think James and his western fans know how many Metallica fans are in a tiny country called Nepal 🇳🇵 . I spent all my teenage years rocking out to Metallica with my buddies in Nepal 🇳🇵.

[@redblue40rc33]

He's more aware of his fans and fan club than you'll ever dream of....theyve intertained millions since 1981.......take note and turn it up😎

[@40603011]

BLOATED GOAT Sir, have you received any backlash from older Nepal people for liking such an extreme kind of rock music? The first time I heard "Nothing else matters," I was stunned at its powerful message. The song started as a love letter to his wife and became a world wide success. Thank you for your story. BG

[@brjgtm2011]

Hey bro m also from Nepal .. hardcore Tallica fan .. cheers..

[@phoebebiketravel]

awesome!

[@jamessveinsson6006]

No, but you are family!

[@audreydavis7761]

So glad James sees the importance of putting these amazing cars on display.

[@jameshetfield6024]

Hey🌹, all love and how are you doing today actually?

[@JonBlondell]

Damn good of you, James! Thanks.

[@riffjohnson22]

What an inspiration. What a video to find. Thank you James

[@UgoTartar]

That's a real love for cars. Any millionaire could buy new Bugatti, Ferrari, Lambos ecc... But James passion is genuine

[@Wheresthepepsibismol]

I'm 16 and relate to James Hetfield I have a passion for older Chevrolet trucks and retro technology I own a Walkman with some Metallica Cassettes basically older Cassettes and VHS tapes tell stories about all the years of being untouched due to the younglings watching Netflix and streaming music

[@thomasngo2504]

I mean there's nothing wrong with those cars they're all marvels of technology and innovation in the automotive industry but I feel like many celebrities buy them and don't Truely appreciate them where someone like James has a true appreciation for what he has I feel like no matter what cars you love I'd say your an enthusiast if you truly appreciate them and not just value it as a money symbol or point a to b

[@hashbrownz1999]

Who says you can't buy a lamborghini AND be passionate about it?

[@MrMethadrine]

These are cars for kids who want to show off not car lovers.

[@oskarfunes2505]

@@Wheresthepepsibismol my most precious possession in high school years was an original Master of Puppets cassette with the sleeves carrying all the lyrics and other info. It was a gold dust covered magnetic tape, it lasted ages without losing sound quality.

[@animefan1929]

His collection is honestly my favorite at the museum. Been a fan of Metallica since I was young and seeing this collection was absolutely mind blowing.

[@DavidTramacchi]

This is amazing to watch him speak with such passion and intellect. Love seeing the Artists explain their other passions outside of what they are famous for 👍👍

[@LMBC6Brian]

Hes the deepest guy on the planet. Seriously. This guy is just pure art and creativity. Not just with music.

[@joshbridges9234]

Why the hell did they not play ‘Fuel’ in the background

[@itcantrainallthetime9886]

Everywhere I Roam was playing, which in a way is still fitting. But I think Fuel would also have been a good choice

[@cloudsugar272]

This song is better than "Fuel". Lol

[@Alan_Alien]

Fuel is too fast paced for a mellow talk like this imo!

[@dat_metalhead8088]

What about turn the page

[@charlesfoote7875]

The live clip was Fuel, though.

[@jasper_of_puppets]

I'd love to see James on Jay Leno's Garage.

[@SilverbackGorilla69]

Never knew James was a car guy. That would be a cool episode if it happens.

[@bobsmithers]

James is ReaL and Jay was Bought!....Just look at it

[@lt7automotive931]

@musical roses A lot longer than that. Childhood.

[@GodWeenSatan]

@@SilverbackGorilla69 when you have the money, who wouldn't have cars?

[@lt7automotive931]

@musical roses Cool. Sorry to sound corrective. More importantly, he's another car fanatic since childhood - like me.

[@tannerc900]

This man has no idea how much of an influence he’s been on me since my teens. I can listen to him talk for hours.

[@vipergts2909]

Love your passion for cars

[@justchris846]

“Nomad, vagabond, call me what you willllllll!!!”

[@thehouseofronin9209]

Nice!

[@theclown8399]

I'm not going to pretend I know anything about cars, other than the fact that I'm so damn impressed that he has restored and remastered classic vintage cars instead of having the obvious sportscar(s).

[@joshuathompson7714]

Guys just a legend in every way possible, truly sensational.

[@jordanmyers487]

Wow! Those cars are beautiful!

[@luisbranko.]

I sometimes struggle to accept that these guys got old. I find myself watching videos from the 80’s and 90’s over and over again because they were in their prime and in my mind they cannot look cool now as they did back in the day. Until I saw this video. Seeing James driving that convertible just reminded me why this guy is my main cat.

[@shawnnoss2396]

I think it's wierd like that for all of us. Everyone in the neighborhood playing their songs on instruments,waiting to be the first to get there new album or the new guitar magazine to get the new poster an hang it .It's sucks growing old but only the lucky ones make it. It's hard to see the bands I idolized as a kid now as older guys. I'm almost 50 myself.

[@danielbrenem3429]

James... your story has motivated me through hard times in my life. No one is perfect, or even good, but I am grateful we can still have you in this world, along with your music.

[@jakubj.483]

most beautiful collections i ever seen so far

[@svtcobra666]

This man is my hero. Changed my life for the better. And the fact that he is a car guy like me is awesome.

[@xavilion8454]

Hetfield is so insanely cool, he looks like he could be in gta v with all these cars

[@Officer.K.]

I swear for a second I thought your profile picture was 80s James Hetfield

[@GuitarGuy034]

Your pfp looks like cliff burton

[@groovecrusader2715]

@@jameshetfield2962 you’re roleplaying as james, cringe.

[@HeadspaceCools]

Those vintage signs in the garage are goddamn gorgeous...

[@mortenhansen3455]

I'm here for the cars! And wow, what ultra fine cars these are. Every single one of them is a show stopper.

[@ngacni]

The coolest car collection I ever saw

[@pdiz]

Instead of using his fame to sell his cars for a profit to another rich collector, he donates them to the Petersen Automotive Museum! What?! James is a true hero. The only reason I ever wanted to be rich was to restore my old Mopar, but because I'm just a normal working guy, it's long nights of working on my Road Runner and listening to Metallica and balancing my time with family. But I would never exchange what I've learned doing everything myself, you can't replace that with anything. You learn to weld, you learn to work past problems, you learn to use tools you never thought of using. And it makes it so when the house needs repairs or something goes wrong, you just do it yourself and save money. I just hope my car indeed gets done one day and I get to drive it for a few years before time runs out, if you know what I mean. But I'm babbling, so thanks for reading...

[@FUNKOfilms]

Gotta love good old Mopar Muscle. I hope you get to enjoy it to its fullest as soon as possible.

[@luvthecountry_creeker]

Definitely finish that car.

[@HeavyJ318]

What year? 1970 is my favorite car of all time! You should make a video showing it off for sure. Also check out Uncle Tony's Garage here on youtube. Best Mopar channel ever! Mopar v8 best v8 sound hands down.

[@rafaelfajardojr.6423]

It wasnt babble man. I feel the same way. Except I build go karts right now. Perhaps when I'm 35 I'll start on cars

[@NoGoodHandlesComingToMind]

It's perfectly respectable to donate them to the Petersen Museum but there isn't really anything wrong with if he sold them to another rich collector. Anyone who can afford something like this has done well, they have every right to enjoy things like this if they spend the money. Again, I respect Mr. Hetfield immensely, but your tone about "another rich collector," as if their anonymity somehow puts them on a lesser plane than Mr. Hetfield is my only disagreement with you.

[@Roadstar1602]

That burgundy car he's driving is absolutely gorgeous.

[@adamredfearn6443]

Any idea what car that is?? It looks incredible

[@Roadstar1602]

@@adamredfearn6443 1936 Auburn 852 Boattail Speedster

[@Powwower]

@@Roadstar1602 That's beautiful. 🔥🔥

[@andrewdods2236]

Roadstar1602 Cheers. Spectacular car !

[@ZulMasriAl-Kampary]

I'm not a classic car enthusiast, but I can say that James has a great taste about car.

[@PeterPanimKetaWahn]

Awesome Car collectin, realy nice Flavour of old but new looking Cars... i like it

[@ZulMasriAl-Kampary]

@@PeterPanimKetaWahn yess, James know how to satisfy himself

[@PeterPanimKetaWahn]

@@ZulMasriAl-Kampary for sure ;=) Money will be not the Problem =)

[@sassytbc7923]

All of a sudden there are tons of videos about Metallica. I am loving it!!!!

[@bryanlettow4389]

It’s cool to see someone like James into all the same stuff. I like seeing an appreciation for art whether music, tattoos, cars, neon signage, etc.

[@frankkristof8859]

I'm a huge fan of Metallica. Looking at James in his comfort zone ( other than the studio and stage) is amazing. You can tell how passionate he is about his collection. 🤘🤘🤘

[@chrisrice2083]

I was thinking that myself it was real cool to see that

[@RegnaSaturna]

Just when you thought you couldn't be more amazed by James Hetfield this clip shows up in your feed.

[@bridgetmiller117]

I can't believe how beautiful these are.

[@jameshetfield6024]

Hey🌹, All love and how are you doing at the moment?

[@Winther1973]

Growing up as a 13 year old Dane living in Greenland, and loving Metallica back in the eighties, everyone around me was like Larz yeah.. He was cool and all but.. My idol in the iconic band was always James.. I'm now 47, and he's still a man I have the outmost respect and admiration for. This guy's life man.. whew what a rollercoaster ride.

[@Morkastmetal]

For James to be easily one of the most recognized people stepping foot into any country, accomplished in so many avenues and still retain his humble nature and down to earth attitude shows that he's right where he belongs.

[@elizabethmcleod246]

I found it very interesting that he has an apiary. This man can do anything.

[@tobiasjacobsen_dk]

Could this man be more of a legend ?

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

There are tons of Legends from the 40s 50s 60s and even the 70s and the modern-day millennial won't even know who they are. In other words James Hetfield will also be forgotten in the future just like everybody else

[@dolantho]

@@hanestshirtsarecool thanks captain obvious, but right now. He is a legend in full

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

@@dolantho only in your own head Sargent Oblivious

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

@J D negative, I am Captain obvious. And you are private noecloo

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

@@sotirzvanidjubre4109Thanks for proving my point👍.

[@fisherkalastaja]

Drivin' on those views and roads.... Playing and being the frontman of one of the greatest bands ever.... what a fantastic life.... Truly amazing....

[@sethp0411]

James is my idol. I love that man.

[@nordimejia5790]

He is actually an asshole when the cameras are off. But still, I like what he does. But he aint lovable at all

[@spacecowb0y717]

@@nordimejia5790 he was an asshole in the 90s, not anymore

[@andromedaswat9641]

gay

[@drummerdude476]

Nordi Mejia I’ve seen tons of fan cam videos of him, and he seems pretty nice. You gotta remember man that James can’t go anywhere without being hounded for something for someone. Even with this everyday, he still seems like a great guy.

[@dirtymolly7611]

Tom Marvolo Riddle I believe it’s just a megadeth fan

[@mushfiquem]

Oh my god, it's so good to see James back and looking healthy. He's been one of my biggest heroes and inspirations, big love from Dhaka, Bangladesh.

[@jessarellanes6648]

Nice to see James collection I always wanted to see this….

[@thunderjagman]

I love that he kept much of the classic lines and wheels as they were originally.

[@intoxicatedozzy4662]

I’m a simple man. I see Hetfield in a video, I click like.

[@bernardhossmoto]

I like James and his voice is great for narration. I didn't know he was so passionate about cars! That garage is something, man.

[@brendanoneil3489]

amazing speaking voice, so resonant. he could do Carlsberg ads.

[@bobgil3464]

Puts Leno to shame.

[@rhov1422]

Love the color grading in this video.

[@trisbuckley409]

Gorgeous cars! So well done and impressed! He welds and uses all those machine tools! Now THAT'S IMPRESSIVE!

[@jasonhaskin3694]

It was an honor to do the body & paint on James's '56 F100 'Str8 Edge.' One of my favorite builds to be part of by far.

[@KroggandMohawk]

Interesting insight into his history and his cars.

[@toxicbear4792]

This was great

[@dannybune1194]

Cool Car Selection! 💪😎

[@StreetsleeperUK]

James Hetfield is a legend.

[@KogaLostHand]

Thanks!!!

[@avantjeef]

Why say it? Everyone knows that

[@bitflux2]

Mom would be damn proud to see what a glorious man james has become and has always been in his life, we adore him, respect

[@joem5110]

James is a metal thrasher but a really nice, sincere guy that cares about people.

[@Bultish]

Lovely story, awesome place, beautiful cars. Many thanks.