pack rat Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 I originally built this AMT Mach 1 back in the 70's. For years I've wanted to do a proper job on it; it deserved better than the simple silver(?) and flat black paint and quickie-build. I didn't want to get bogged down adding details being as the kit is basically a '66 Mustang annual with a different body and simplified interior. It's tough to match the paint of the 1:1 with so few decent pics out there, so I just went with something I liked; Tamiya pink primer followed by TS-18, then TS-74, and finally Testors Ultra Gloss clear. The tires are MPC hollow Firestones (from a Wilhelm's Wonder kit I believe). I added some detail with a gold Sharpie; the results are so-so, and not very durable. I'll probably replace them with a set of pad-printed Firestone big 'n littles some day soon. Didn't turn out as nice as I envisioned, but not too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hamilton Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 That looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdrag1 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Wow ! That looks great ! looks like I have to get to building mine, can only hope it looks as good as yours.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Minarick Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 I really like that, very nice. Is that a kit ? I have never seen it before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Stunning restoration. I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 WOW that looks great! I wish they could/would reissue this. Now you got me thinking about chopping a common '67. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hard_2_Handle_454 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Looks amazing. I've seen the kit before and often wondered what it would look like finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodge Driver Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Extremely cool Mustang. The paint really pops, in both color and shine. The wheel/tire treatment is just right, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoopdog Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Zoom Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Wow, love this model and the real car is one of my favorite Mustangs of all time. Nice restoration! I need to restore the ones I have; one is better than the other. This is quite inspiring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 This is the money shot here! I had to look twice as I thought for a second this was the actual concept car! Very nice save on this old build and yes, rescuing old models and restoring them is a nice alternative sometimes as opposed to starting something brand new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer1984 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Looks slick, nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmann68 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Really cool and I like the color choice you used! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Welcome to the club. I must say your paint is nicer than mine. I deviated on the tail lights but otherwise built it stock. Great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Darby Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Looked presentable before, but it's super nice now. I wish I still had mine. I'd imagine the tool (minus the 66 Mustang stuff) is probably still around... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Wonderful build. I love the SHINY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RestoModGuy Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Excellent build of this rare kit. Great restoration, you knocked it out of the park! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Looks Great... Wonder if the tool still exists....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATHU Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Wow! What a beauty!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 Excellent work on the beautiful, old Mach 1 show car. You really nailed the look of the original. Very nicely done. This kit has been near the top of my most wanted list for many years. I first saw photo of this car in 1982, and wanted to build a model of it. In 2003 when I finally gained access to the internet and ebay, I discovered a kit of the car was actually made, and I've been searching ever since. Last year a decent unbuilt kit appeared on ebay, but at $75 (and shipping that was too high) I let it go. Perhaps I should have pulled the trigger then. Anyway, yours is gorgeous, and my search continues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Caballo Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 What a great model, I hope they re-release it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 2 hours ago, El Caballo said: What a great model, I hope they re-release it. Don't hold you breath. It is not worth Ebay prices. I bought some glue bombs to build mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pack rat Posted April 9, 2018 Author Share Posted April 9, 2018 2 hours ago, El Caballo said: What a great model, I hope they re-release it. If a re-issue ever happened, it would be the Iron Horse version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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