beeRS Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 This is my Fujimi De Tomaso Pantera GTS with a few Studio 27 photo etched parts thrown into the mix. I started this back in 2013, so a 9 year build! Here's the build thread. Sadly, I don't get much building time these days. This is the first model completed in over a year, though my BMW 2002tii is not far off now. The green paint is a rattle can from Halfords. I can't remember the exact colour, but Ford Java Green seems to ring a bell. The lower half is just Zero gloss black. The side lettering decals were applied and then Zero 2K clear lacquer over the entire surface. This was supposed to have been a simple build straight out of the box, but I ended up making a few little modifications. 1. Front and rear grills were cut out and replaced with PE parts. 2. Door handles were made from plastic sheet 3. The kit windscreen was re-shaped from the inside. Still not perfect. 4. Side marker trim removed (because I lost one of them) 5. Side glass replaced with thinner acetate sheet and rolled down door glass. 6. Exhaust trims replaced with aluminium tube. So, here's the end result. I did rush it a little towards the end just to get it off the work bench. I'm just glad to call this one done. I hope you like it. Comments and criticisms are welcome. This final image shows how I managed to get better more even light than normal for December. Snow is great for reflecting light. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeSchumacher Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 That is a thing of beauty Sonny, and a true classic! Cheers 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gramps46 Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 (edited) I am very impressed with your Pantera. Thank you for posting the photos. Edited December 18, 2022 by Gramps46 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymcminn Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 I've never seen one of these that looked "right" when built up until now. Beautiful work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Great color, love the rolled down windows. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 That looks great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Yes indeed, she looks great. Those exhaust tips really enhance the realism from the rear view too. Far as the real cars go, with moderately upgraded brakes, cooling, rubber, and electrics (and a few more esoteric things like real rust protection and replacing the rear hub ball bearings with tapered rollers), they can be extremely reliable and as fast as any sane person could need on the street. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Chernosky Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Nice job Sonny...I even like the color. You should build some more, enjoyed this one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beamerman Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Really nice...great color! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Awesome build. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Po Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Beautifully done! I like it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1959scudetto Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Though I've read different opinions about this kit, you made it look exceptionally well, Sonny! The exhaust tips - excellent! Now I also want to have one for my collection! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Mc Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Wow, that looks sharp! Real talent there. Keep building! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spottedlaurel Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Wonderful work Sonny, it looks fantastic. Excellent detailing and the colour looks right for a '70s car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70 Sting Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Excellent additions and mods on your build. The windshield in this kit is dog poo but you’ve handled very well. 👌 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Very nice build and no problem with taking your time - well worth it given the final result. I have built a few Pantera kits with more still in the boxes. I passed on the Fujumi kits as they did not seem to be that different from earlier variations and pretty pricey for a curbside kit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 Very nice Pantera, well done! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 Excellent. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Rodney Rat Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 Super clean build. Beautiful paint! -RRR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 I have never been a big green guy but that particular shade is a particularly good one. Very nice build with the right upgrades. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 It looks great, i really like the color 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Armstrong Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 That's just beautiful- love it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 Looks great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted December 20, 2022 Share Posted December 20, 2022 Looks fantastic, perfect color choice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Porter Posted December 20, 2022 Share Posted December 20, 2022 Really pleased this was finished and finished to a nice high standard. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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