crossfire 2004 Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Originally built for a rally themed UK forum build off this Chevy is based on the coupe style used by the legendary Fangio and replicated by a number of current vintage race car builders. Stupidly I chose to start with the Revell lowrider kit which I then had to un lower to restore the original ride height, then swop in a 6 from the Matchbox ‘51 convertible to which I added dual carbs. Body mods were restricted to running board removal, reprofiling the leading edge of each fender and making hood sides from a pair of ‘36 Ford couple items. Paint is Peugeot white which has a nice creamy appearance and is straight from a rattle can. Wheels are from the Hogans Heroes Jeep with parts box tires, the roof mounted spare is held down using a scale tank tow rope. Seats are from the Willys street rod, seat belts and hood straps are made from masking tape. Side exhaust is a mix of solder, aluminium tube, plastic rod and Tamiya tape ‘heat wrap’. Seasons greetings to you all, your 2017 builds have all been so inspiring. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Foxx Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Real nice looking build , looks so right , well done . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 That's a pretty cool replica . Love all the detailing . . . spare tire , hood straps , exhaust . . . great job ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Who would have thought to use a '39 Chevy as a rally car? Great model! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterNNL Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Nice model. Only thing I would change would be to have the hold down straps for the hood and roof mounted spare tighter so things would be more secure. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phildaupho Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Maybe this style should be known as Rally of Gentlemen cars!!?? I sure like them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 This is the coolest thing I've seen lately! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DumpyDan Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Great looking build, one of my favorite kits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Tuttle Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Odd idea, but what's not to like? Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Looks great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Great looking model! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Great looking build. I always liked that kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 I like your build on this. I'm not familiar with this type of racing up it looks like it would be very interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crossfire 2004 Posted December 28, 2017 Author Share Posted December 28, 2017 Thanks to everyone for the kind comments regarding the build, I have made a couple of adjustments to the restraining straps on the spare wheel and the hood since taking those photos as both were annoying me every time I looked at the model. Heres a link to a similar car with a few more details regarding long distance rally events. https://rpsrally.com/1939-chevrolet-coupe-long-distance-rally-car/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Thanks for the info. At $125000 it's a little rich for my blood, but it sure looks like it would be fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarfan Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 This is so nice, I love this kind of build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 Nicely done! I think you captured the spirit you were going for quite well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89AKurt Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Very cool subject, I know something about rallies, and old cars, but not this combination. My only critique, way too clean! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Excelllent. I have a Peking to Paris racer in the planning stages using a '40 Ford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 That awesome! I love it!! Very different and well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerN Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 An unusual build - great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 I saw an article about these racers in a 1-1 car magazine and wondered when I see one modeled. Your's is superb! I like the vibe. Looks like it is ready for a cover photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crossfire 2004 Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 Pleasantly surprised by the renewed interest in this build and the positive comments from you all. Heres another shot of the finished Chevy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
426 pack Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Very cool. I biult something similar to this but with a 41 Plymouth and a 426 HEMI. Mine is nowhere near as nice as yours though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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