hobbybobby Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Vega Mini-Van Customized Chevy Vega Rod •Original year: 1977 •Company: Monogram •Scale: 1/24 •Designer: ? The Chevrolet Vega is a subcompact automobile that was produced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors (GM) from 1970 to 1977. Available in two-door hatchback, notchback, wagon, and panel delivery body styles, all models were powered by an inline four-cylinder engine with a lightweight, aluminum alloy cylinder block. Variants included the Vega GT high-performance style and the Cosworth Vega, a short-lived limited-production performance model, introduced in March 1975. The Vega received praise and awards at its introduction, including 1971 Motor Trend Car of the Year. Subsequently the car became widely known for a range of problems related to its engineering, reliability, safety, propensity to rust, and engine durability. Despite a series of recalls and design upgrades, the Vega's problems tarnished both its own as well as General Motors' reputation, production ended with the 1977 model year. The name is derived from Vega, the brightest star in the constellation Lyra. Take the ever popular Chevy Vega, give it some of the features that make the vans so neat and you've got the Vega Mini-Van... ... compact but comfortable! The ribbed roof with the plated luggage rack and the wood grained side panels add a touch of class while the oval windows and plated side pipes give it that sporty appearance. Fat Goodyear tires ride on all four mag wheels and under that sculptured hood sits a potent 454 c.i. Rat motor. Finally done. I think, there have passed some twenty years, since I started this project. Customizing sub-compacts is a special kind of challenge... Well, more or less out of the box, only a few modifications here and there and the thing with the Speakers... On the underside of the hood, I stuck a chrome foil, the rims and tires are originals from the kit, but modified, the front wheels were made smaller in diameter and the rear were rounded only at the edges, and you get a very different effect... This is my Version, hope you like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TooOld Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 This is the best build I've ever seen of the Vega Rod , fantastic work Bobby ! I love all of the detailing and extras that you've added . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 I think it looks pretty cool. Nice build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Cool! I'm not really into show rods but I always like what you do with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Well done! I had this kit for years and somehow I can no longer find it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTalmage Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 I love it! I kinda want one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deuces wild Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 That motor would be cool in the '55 chevy gasser model.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxicoop Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 that's a sweet lookin' ride ....... i'd forgotten they even made this kit !!!!!! AWESOME JOB !!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Very cool, what a neat kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miatatom Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Great job! I owned a 74 panel wagon once. 4 cyl., auto. What a POS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jade043 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Man that looks awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris White Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 outstanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 Very nice and cool.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer50707 Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 That is a great looking Vega. Very sharp build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
om617 Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 Very cool,great details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draggon Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 Nice, your trademark tires look fantastic on this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Very nice job. I like it. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 very cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dyno Davo Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 That is way cool, love the whole concept (and the chubby back tires ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouO Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Nice build, brought back some memories too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobbybobby Posted September 15, 2014 Author Share Posted September 15, 2014 Thank you very much for the kind words, I really do appreciate them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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cswilliams1963 Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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