CarlBear Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) Decided to treat myself at Christmas and get a 1:24 model car, something to keep me busy and out of trouble. I didn't have any specific model in mind, so I nipped down to my local model shop and browsed the shelves.The MK1 VW Golf Cabriolet caught my eye and so the purchase was made. Having not done any models for a good few years I decided to just dive straight in do it the way I wanted to. I tend to learn better and quicker when I just have a go, rather than reading or watching videos. I started cutting bits out and mocking up the body. I knew I would want different wheels and lowered suspension, so I order a set of 15" banded steel wheels. When mocking the wheels on to the body it was apparent I had a slight issue with poke. The wheels came with wider rears, and to get them to fit the car nicely I would really need 2 pairs of fronts (narrower width), these along with a little trimming would fit the arches just right. So I ordered another set of the wheels.For the car colour I decided to go with a period correct red. I'm pretty pleased with the results for saying I haven't done it for a while, there are plenty of flaws with the job but I'm pleased. The wheels fit better now and look better with the matt black centres and gold bolts. Next I tackled the engine. I was thinking about getting a VW 16v turbo engine for it, but though I'd stick with the standard engine for this build. This is where I am up to in the build now, next up is the interior. Sorry for the quality of the images, will try and use my proper camera for the next lot of update images. Edited April 20, 2017 by CarlBear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeBee Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Looking good, your lucky to still have a model shop local to you .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Macleod Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Pretty neat so far. I'll be watching for progress. That engine sure looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 looks pretty cool so far...I like the wheels looks good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funkychiken Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Excellent! Like the mods... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted January 18, 2017 Author Share Posted January 18, 2017 Thanks everyone. We had a couple of really good model shops close several years ago, I was always in there. My local one now is a very small shop, but it's better than nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 I like the look of those wheels on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mynio76 Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 Very nice. I am working a rabbit as well. I am going custom low as well. Just waiting for wheels to come in and I am going to finish the painting this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 Decided to treat myself at Christmas and get a 1:24 model car, something to keep me busy and out of trouble. I didn't have any specific model in mind, so I nipped down to my local model shop and browsed the shelves.The MK1 VW Golf Cabriolet caught my eye and so the purchase was made. Having not done any models for a good few years I decided to just dive straight in do it the way I wanted to. I tend to learn better and quicker when I just have a go, rather than reading or watching videos. I started cutting bits out and mocking up the body. I knew I would want different wheels and lowered suspension, so I order a set of 15" banded steel wheels. When mocking the wheels on to the body it was apparent I had a slight issue with poke. The wheels came with wider rears, and to get them to fit the car nicely I would really need 2 pairs of fronts (narrower width), these along with a little trimming would fit the arches just right. So I ordered another set of the wheels.For the car colour I decided to go with a period correct red. I'm pretty pleased with the results for saying I haven't done it for a while, there are plenty of flaws with the job but I'm pleased. The wheels fit better now and look better with the matt black centres and gold bolts. Next I tackled the engine. I was thinking about getting a VW 16v turbo engine for it, but though I'd stick with the standard engine for this build. This is where I am up to in the build now, next up is the interior. Sorry for the quality of the images, will try and use my proper camera for the next lot of update images. I love how you're building this!! Q: Are those wheels and tyres from Aoshima? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted January 21, 2017 Share Posted January 21, 2017 I love slamned Golfs!the wheels look excellent. Nice choice.great under hood details too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted January 31, 2017 Author Share Posted January 31, 2017 Thanks everyone.Mynio76 - Look forward to seeing your build.Dann Tier - The wheels are Tecchin from Hiroboy. 14" banded steels with stretched tyres. I'm hoping to get the running gear painted and installed tonight. Subframe, wishbones, rear beam, exhaust etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted February 3, 2017 Author Share Posted February 3, 2017 Managed to get the running gear painted and installed. I've gone for a dirty underside, with a few scrapes from running quite a low ride height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 As a huge fan of water cooled VWs, I'm loving this one. I have this one, and started in last year a s a dual build with the Rabbit hardtop. But that idea stalled, so I'm only working on the hardtop right now.Much like you, lowered height, new wheels are a must. Really like your idea of scraping up the chassis. That idea hadn't even dawned on me. And having owned several lowered VWs and having replaced many oilpans, I should have noticed that right away!Looking forward to seeing yours done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted February 6, 2017 Author Share Posted February 6, 2017 Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted February 6, 2017 Share Posted February 6, 2017 coming along very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted February 8, 2017 Author Share Posted February 8, 2017 Got most of the interior done last night, just the door cards to do next. I'm not a massive fan of the seat decals, I may change them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 Looks Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Very nice.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted February 9, 2017 Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 Very nice..Looks Nice!Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted February 13, 2017 Author Share Posted February 13, 2017 Got the interior finished off now, and wheels fitted. Just some exterior parts now (grill, skirts, handles, wipers etc) and the glass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draggon Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Very nice, wheels and tires, and stance, are just perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlBear Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 Very nice, wheels and tires, and stance, are just perfect Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scalper Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 That's looking pretty cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Looks OUTSTANDING!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olskoolrodder Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Looking SWEET! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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