maltsr Posted September 11, 2015 Posted September 11, 2015 (edited) I was inspired to build this having seen a picture of a 1950's custom owned by Ted Leventhal. It's based on the AMT '51 Chevy convertible kit. All trim and handles were removed, replaced by scratchbuilt side trim and fender skirts. Paint is Tamiya Racing White and Metallic Gold covered with Transparent Green. Interior is the kit's tan plastic with a light dusting of white primer and Tamiya Racing Green, all 'dullcoted'. Still undecided about wheels/tyres, these are parts box items. Edited September 14, 2015 by maltsr
62pyro Posted September 11, 2015 Posted September 11, 2015 Looks like a great start.Gotta love the old kustoms.
wayne swayze Posted September 11, 2015 Posted September 11, 2015 I think you've captured the old school vibe for sure! I like this!
maltsr Posted September 16, 2015 Author Posted September 16, 2015 This is the first mock up with the chassis completed, ride height seems fine (phew).
horsepower Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 I like the look you have going, it resembles the car that was awarded at the Street Rod Nationals a few years ago, I believe that several of the rodding magazines had different articles covering its construction. But it was a well done little ride.
maltsr Posted September 16, 2015 Author Posted September 16, 2015 This is the car I was inspired by, Del, I know nothing about it other than it was Ted Leventhal's car.
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