Tyler62990 Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 So here's a Monogram 55 Chevy convertible I just finished up. One word sums this one up... nightmare. It's a really decent kit, I just had a lot of problems for some reason. Anyway, this one was built to resemble how I'd build a 1:1. The engine bay was wired and plumbed, the suspension modified to put her a little closer to the ground, and some leftover sidepipes from a Revell 49 Merc for that kustom look are the only real mods that seperate this one from a box stock version. It was painted with Duplicolor touch-up paints and cleared with Testor's Wet Look, both from the can. After sanding and polishing the insane amount of orange peel I'm known for, I applied some BMF (the continental kit was a real treat) and decals and called it a day. I also left the optional tops removable to switch up the display a bit. Well enough talk, here she is. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hgbben Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 That black & white photo is a nice touch. Really like the color combo you chose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 A real beauty.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixties Sam Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Really nice '55! Great colors, and well done! It looks real in that diorama!Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowlife ! ! Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Really love that colour combination, great job with the paint ! And that registration number is soooo Kool ! ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Great model and great paint work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne swayze Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Very nicely done! Great colours also! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perspective Customs Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 (edited) That's a cool '55. Nice stance and color combo. You say it was a nightmare. What were the issues you had? Edited May 10, 2016 by Perspective Customs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8 Trucker Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 classic built, very nice photographed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeCee Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 That is one gorgeous build, and love that color scheme.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Very nice! And I agree with the others - great colors and stance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xingu Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Stance is perfect. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTJUNIOR Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Sublime! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanof69 Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Super sharp!! Not always a big fan of of low riders but that thing is BAD A**!! Great build. I have one of these in my stash and now I'm a little more motivated to jump in to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Very nice '55 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intmd8r Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Verry attractive tri-five. Hope mine turns out as nice as yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercelo Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Very nice, the red is beautiful. Great build in all aspects. I like the continental kit....lt's amazing how versatile 55's are...they can can be such an aggresive and cool looking muscle car, yet with the continental kit and lowering it into the weeds, they can look so elegant and classy as you have portrayed nicely here. Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridge Rider Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 That's nice. I'm also diggin the colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 Beautiful '55 ! I'd like to see one that didn't give you fits . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RestoModGuy Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 just awesome work, so nice, well done show winner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulbo Posted May 11, 2016 Share Posted May 11, 2016 Everything was said... it is beauty!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted May 11, 2016 Share Posted May 11, 2016 Fantastic work and excellent photos!David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubert Rollins Posted May 12, 2016 Share Posted May 12, 2016 Super sharp!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted May 12, 2016 Share Posted May 12, 2016 Except for the weird angle of the inside rear view mirror, very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmb0319 Posted May 12, 2016 Share Posted May 12, 2016 INCREDIBLE! Not much else to say... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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