Roadrunnertwice Posted April 11, 2020 Share Posted April 11, 2020 My first build of the year is done! A series of paint mishaps led to multiple repaints and even a body replacement on this Impala. If you can name a paint problem (crazing plastic, sputtering rattlecan, overzealous polishing), it happened on this build. Each time I had to restart the painting process, I set the project aside to recharge my patience and focused on other pastimes, including (but not limited to): Fixed the turntable and recorded some old vinyl into digital form Got the family's four bikes ready to ride Watched the latest season of Luther Read Stephen King's The Stand When my enthusiasm for the project recharged, I got over the painting hump and had fun getting the car finished. Now that it's done, it's time to post some pics. I'm glad I chose this color, Evening Orchid. The female figure came from a Mazda Cosmo that's been on my build list since I saw a 1/1 at the Peterson Automotive Museum in LA. The figure looks kind of bland at the moment, but she's an early attempt at a non-automotive subject. This engine photo shows flaws harder to see in person, but I like how the BMF gives the chrome valve covers and air cleaner a "light daily driver" look. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted April 11, 2020 Share Posted April 11, 2020 Ya, you were able to slay the beast. I know how you fought this one. All worth it in the end, Beautiful looks finish and the chrome body trim is very clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted April 11, 2020 Share Posted April 11, 2020 Nice build. I really like the body color. I'm glad you stuck to it. Challenging builds such as these are often more satisfying than easy builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hard_2_Handle_454 Posted April 11, 2020 Share Posted April 11, 2020 These were good kits. Mine is one of the favorites of my collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Posted April 11, 2020 Share Posted April 11, 2020 Beautifully done Brad, I love the color, I don't know what Chevrolet called it but it's Iris Mist for Pontiac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted April 11, 2020 Share Posted April 11, 2020 Evening Orchid is the Chevy name. Beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoopdog Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 It looks very good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom99 Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 Nice, great color choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funkychiken Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 I've been there with the paint problems! I'm sure most of us have, glad you stuck with it, turned out a stunner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted April 12, 2020 Share Posted April 12, 2020 Very sharp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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