StanGlover Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Here’s my first build of 2022, a Mercedes G-Wagen. This is from the latest 2019 release by Italeri, but it’s the same old ESCI kit from the ‘80s. The box art doesn’t show the rear end of the truck, but this issue has the molded-in rear D pillar strobes from the Fire Brigade version, and barn doors instead of the single hatch. All of the parts are molded in black plastic, except for the body which is molded in white. I painted this kit in all Krylon, with “Brown Boots” satin brown over black primer for the body and cleared, with two coats of Pledge Floor Gloss on top of that. Interior is “Summer Wheat” matte and black primer. Wheels are Tamiya gloss aluminum, lightly sprayed over the bare black plastic. This kit builds up very nicely, similar in fit and construction to Japanese kits of the era. But unlike those Japanese kits, this one has some flash to deal with. Overall not bad, and is a fairly quick build with nice details. The decals are especially nice in this issue. I’m happy with how this one turned out! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89AKurt Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 (edited) Thanks for showing this off, did a nice job. I was wondering what kind of kit it is. Nice tires. Would take some work to make an AMG version. Even more to do this: Edited January 10, 2022 by 89AKurt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StanGlover Posted January 10, 2022 Author Share Posted January 10, 2022 31 minutes ago, 89AKurt said: Thanks for showing this off, did a nice job. I was wondering what kind of kit it is. Nice tires. Would take some work to make an AMG version. Even more to do this: Haha yeah that 6x6 would be a cool build! Revell needs to kit up the new generation of the AMG G-Wagen, would definitely be a hot seller. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty92 Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Nice job, I think this really captures that G Wagen charm. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Looks great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Great looking G Wagon. Nice looking paint finishes and an interesting looking color. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy grumpy Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Nice looking Mercedes. I like the color choice. It's a nice departure from the familiar grey or black. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted January 23, 2022 Share Posted January 23, 2022 Looks Great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewetwo Posted January 23, 2022 Share Posted January 23, 2022 Nice build. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted August 9, 2022 Share Posted August 9, 2022 Really, Really great build! Makes me want to get one. As others noted, the Colour Choice is very fitting for this kit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hct728(Bob) Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Nice job! Love the colour, wish I could decide on something for the one I started, just can’t commit to something so I love seeing yours built, well done! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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