John Teresi Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Hello……..this is a replica of the Mercedes: Blue Wonder" with the Mercedes 722 Race Car……..My good friend Greg Wann AKA: the "Master Caster" sent me a resin casting of the "Blue Wonder" and a Revell 722 Race Car kit…….and asked me to build it ……..so that his customers could see what it will look like……..I purchased a Italeri Mercedes 300 SL Roadster from my friend Rusty……..and used that for the under carriage and engine for the "Blue Wonder"……….if you would like to see how I built this model ……..you can go here to check it out: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=82148 I would like to thank Greg Wann AKA "MasterCaster" for giving me the chance to build this model……..I would like to thank my good friend Gary with gws.decals@verizon.net for making the custom "Blue Wonder" decals…….I highly recommend Gary…….he does Fantastic work…..thank you to Skip AKA: "SJordan2" for his help with the artwork for the scale plaid Fabric……..thank you to my Big Brother Brad for printing out the plaid design onto fabric paper………thank you "Pro Tech" for some great various products…….and thank you to my Brother Vince for printing out the "Blue Wonder" license plates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted January 28, 2014 Author Share Posted January 28, 2014 few more photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Scalper Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 simply Amazing ... I love it.. everything about this is cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted January 28, 2014 Author Share Posted January 28, 2014 few more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted January 28, 2014 Author Share Posted January 28, 2014 and a few more……..thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave B Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Beautiful John, nice builds of a unique subject. All you need now is Rudi's coupe in the background!!! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Stunning work John, just incredible. The outdoor photography is excellent, making it hard to tell they're models. Bravo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Great work John! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Ital Mike Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Unbelievable, both cars are simply amazing! You are The Master!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Both are awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majel Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 John, incredible work as always!! Your level of detail and craftsmanship is stunning, thank you for sharing your in progress photos also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apriliadan Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Beautiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris White Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 John, I am still trying to convince myself that it is not real. You have place the bar, a few notches higher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymcminn Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Absolutely amazing. Doubly so given that the transporter started off as a resin body! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 John, that was a great wip to watch come together and the finished product is nothing short of fantastic ! I have the perfect spot in my new display cabinet for it ! : ) Looking forward to the streamliner build. I can make room for that too ! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Totally and utterly fantastic, John! Kudos to you and Greg for such a unique vehicle and spectacular build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramfins59 Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Another great masterpiece John. You continue to dazzle us all. Fantastic job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
om617 Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Outstanding sir Watched the thread But those daylight pics are crazy good and thnx for the motivation!! Well done John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o-man Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Wow, wow, wow! Simply amazing work you've done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrindy77 Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Das ist wunderbar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator-Fox Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Unreal builds John! Fantastic work, I'll never tire seeing your work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Excellent craftsmanship... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan 191 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Pure art! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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