Mr. Metallic

I think this kit deserves it's own thread instead of being lumped together with other kits. Here's what we know so far... Round2 has announced this all new tooling kit, possibly hitting shelves by the end of 2025. It's a Craftsman Plus kit, meaning it is a curbside. But it does appear to have some separate suspension pieces and a separate hood, which hints at a possible future full detail version similar to what they did with the 63 Nova wagon. At least if we never get that it is easy to drop the engine of your choice in the kit as it comes now. Some very nice thin bluewall tires are included as well. HPIGuy now has it in his hands and is preparing his review Sean Svensden of Svens World of Wheels also has one going

Just discovering this one like many others. hopefully it's still in process or finished even? @customsrus hasn't been here since February though 🙁

I mentioned this on FB , but I love the sinister yet understated look of this. Normally not a fan of blacked out chrome, but it seriously works on this. And the finishes you used in the engine compartment provide great contrast.

Digging this project and seeing the different schemes. I really like the Orange Blossom car, very unique livery

Thanks Chris. I did not know that (obviously) but my quota for Piranha kits in the stash is full with the previous issue. I'll be buying at least a couple of these Cudas so I'll get 3 sets of front tires out of them 😆

Digging this so far, it has tons of attitude already. Just to clarify though, it's a 32 sedan body, not 28-30

Svens World of Wheels confirmed that those are in the kit. Looking forward to pairing them with the blue streak slicks. There have been no matching fronts for those slicks yet.

That frame looks nice. Where is it available? Any more progress?

I love how you notched the cowl/firewall to clearance the blower scoop to you could keep the engine setback. Great detail.

It made me nervous just looking at pictures of you installing the trim on top of finished paint. But you nailed it. Looking great!

Has anyone tried the fitment of the glass in this kit? I know some Moebius have had issues with this before so i was curious. I will still get one, just wondering.

This is shaping up beautifully. i was a little worried at first seeing how much you cut up the back end, but you have proven that you know what you're doing. Thank you for sharing

Man the sculpting you did on the front end is well thought out. Everything flows, but like Ace said it keeps the signature of what it started as. Looks great on one color, looking forward to seeing it in actual color.

I didn't have any issue with assembly. It was a dream for most builders when the kit was new, just like all the other Monogram hot rod kits from the early 60's. They practically fall together. (questionable real world location of the exhaust hanger aside)

Great to see you back to the bench Bil. Love the flavor you have marinating on this 48.