Plowboy Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 (edited) I built this model way back when the Eleanor Mustang was all the rage. Personally, I thought it was just a bit overdone. So, I wanted a Mustang that was just a little less "showy". I started by giving it a mini tub in the rear to make room for the wheels and tires from the AMT Phantom Vickie kit. It also donated the engine. The stock hood would no longer fit over the engine. A molded in teardrop hood scoop took care of that. I filled in the license plate recess on the splash pan and added a spoiler. I used a set of correct sized headlights from a Revell '69 Camaro. I also added a rear spolier. I hinged the trunk. But, I didn't do them right. When I tried to open it, I bent the hinges and never could get the trunk to seat correctly. Lesson learned. The body was then covered with Boyd's True Blue Pearl Enamel over a black base with plain old Testors White Enamel and a coat of clear. The interior got the rear seat deleted, speakers added and a set of custom bucket seats. It was covered with Flat White and Testors Blue. Thanx for checking it out! Edited May 15, 2022 by Plowboy 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Good spin on this kit and the colors look great!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude Thibodeau Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Hi Roger! Well, it is "mission accomplished", again! Very nice. And I'm not surprised that you belong to the club of builders who "raid" the Phantom Vicky for all its fantastic parts. That rolling stock fits the typical pony-cars just perfectly. Bravo! CT 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koellefornia Kid Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 38 minutes ago, Claude Thibodeau said: you belong to the club of builders who "raid" the Phantom Vicky for all its fantastic parts. That rolling stock fits the typical pony-cars just perfectly x2! Engine and wheels really suits this pony! 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Very cool take on a classic with an awesome more modern engine. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Absolutely beautiful!!! The colors and wheels/tires make it exquisite!! Truly amazing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Ok boys.....we got a Looker here. I like the mods and the color just pops. Nice job Roger. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Well done, very sharp! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Very nice!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B. Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Well executed - engine definitely looks like it belongs there! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Beautiful looking paint finishes. I agree with you on your body mods, they look much better than the Elenore design. Great detailing on the engine also. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamelvis Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Great Job Roger. Nice color & modifications. Yes, it is difficult to hinge the 67' Mustang trunk, with all its curves. I had a hell of a time on my Eleanor build to get it working properly and to have it close nice & clean. TCB, Adam 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plowboy Posted May 17, 2022 Author Share Posted May 17, 2022 On 5/15/2022 at 3:44 PM, Claude Thibodeau said: Hi Roger! Well, it is "mission accomplished", again! Very nice. And I'm not surprised that you belong to the club of builders who "raid" the Phantom Vicky for all its fantastic parts. That rolling stock fits the typical pony-cars just perfectly. Bravo! CT Thanx Claude! Yeah, I like the Phantom Vickie for it's parts. I have a '58 Edsel wagon with the wheels, tires and engine from that kit. You should check it out if haven't seen it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude Thibodeau Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 52 minutes ago, Plowboy said: Thanx Claude! Yeah, I like the Phantom Vickie for it's parts. I have a '58 Edsel wagon with the wheels, tires and engine from that kit. You should check it out if haven't seen it. Hi Roger! Here are two more! LOL. CT 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy grumpy Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 Awesome mustang, you certainly nailed it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve H Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 Another beauty Roger, love your builds. Probably my favourite colour on these, including the white stripes. I need a Phantom Vicky!! or 2 or 3. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 Thanks for sharing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Absolutely stunning Mustang, Roger! I love your work buddy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave branson Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 Great looking Mustang 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 Very good looking Mustang ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted May 22, 2022 Share Posted May 22, 2022 Beautifully done Roger ! Much cleaner looking than an Eleanor and a beautiful color , that engine looks great too ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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