mad mike Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Hello everyone, a long, long time ago I posted the WIP of my C3 here http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/45463-1969-corvette-c3-wip/ It's a heavily modified Monogram kit. During the build, the windscreen got damaged by solvent leaking through the masking tape and it took me a while to make a new one. On top of that I wanted to fit "bullet" style rear lights and had to make them first, which took quite a while too. But I think it was worth the wait, what do you guys say? Big hello to everyone who commented on my WIP all that time ago! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toast Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maysula Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Wow Wow Wow !!! Looking good is an understatement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Mmmmm, TASTY !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowtie1 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 All I can say that is ONE HELL OF A BUILD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You sir have talent!!! Jeffro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) WOW...! I thought it was a real car at first....just simply beautiful work..!Id like to try some large scale kits but cant find or afford the ones Id like to try out. Edited March 13, 2016 by disabled modeler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heinz74 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 whow..that's some build there!..miles away from the original kit..have you got some photo's of the engine and drivetrain..(fahrwerk und bremsen?hinterachse und getriebe..usw)...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk312 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 That is unbelievable! I can`t imagine the amount of work that took to revert back to a `69. Where did the tires come from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad mike Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 Thank you, everyone!@ Mark: I heard that Revell is going to re-issue the C2 in 1/8 later this year for around 70 Euros.@ Henry: Sorry to disappoint you, but all my models are curbside. I build engines as separate models, and I'm working on a big block Chevy, but it'll be a Can-Am version. A full-model Cheetah is in the works too, with complete drivetrain. I've built a Porsche 917 engine, a Ford 427 FE and a Ford GT40 engine.@ David: At least I had a body to start with, doing everything from scratch like the Cheetah and the Cobra is even harder. All the parts on my models are scratch built, usually starting with 3d printing, finishing and making silicone moulds. I've got quite a selection of tires and rims right now. But those Torq Thrusts look good on almost any car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Woodruff Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Luv it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kit Basher Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Wow! That is flawless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 How nice is that ! Very nice ! Where can I find more photos of the Cobra ? Did I miss it here somewhere ? Can't recall if I have seen it or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad mike Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 @Cobraman: I've just been waiting for you to see the group pic My other builds here: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/45459-mad-cat-bill-thomas-cheetah/You can find them (and others) on my website too: www.detailed-models.de I'm currently working on the whole Shelby gang, so stay tuned! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Beautiful corvette excellent scratching there MichealCheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o-man Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Pure sex! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 That is just unbelievably realistic. It could easily pass for a 1:1 car. Thanks for sharing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Beautifully done! Outstanding paint work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 You're not going to try and kid me they are models are you? Seriously though they are truly awesome, incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaughingIndian Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 I just bookmarked your site Michael ... Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZIL 111V Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 BEAUTIFUL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTJUNIOR Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Sublime! I would love to own a 1:1 of that model. Everything about it is just right. Perfect stance, wheels and paint. Absolute perfection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Absolutely stunning model! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Wow! What you have accomplished here is simply amazing! Fantstic scratchbuilding/bodywork, fantastic paint, fantastic details. I am very impressed. And by the way, that generation of Corvette is by far the best looking one, and my favorite of all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Exquisite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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