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OMG, you did it again, David - outstanding model as are all of your builds, the Hasegawa spoke wheels fit exceptionally well here (period correct).

Nice build of the big ex-Monogram 1/8 Jaguar E-type - where did you geht the wheels from?

Thank you, Scott.

Thank you all, Gary, Rusty, Carl and David !

Exceptionaly well done, Rich - the foilwork is outstanding : simply perfect!

OMG - I never would have guessed that so much work went into this Phantom (?) Ranchero - it looks like fresh from the factory. Excellent result, Bob - this one has definitely showroom quality!

Fine execution of this Mopar, Ken - and gorgeous paint !

Many thanks for all the nice comments, guys - maybe I should have chosen a dark metallic color and paint the interior, but I will leave it now as it is - I like these wheels much more than the kit-supplied ones.

Thank you, Bob and Anders.

Very nice model in a typical Lamborghini color - a Ferrari never would be accepted in such an extravagant color.

Looks good, Scott - just a question: did you lift it up a bit or is this the stock ride height as given by the kit?

Exactly my thoughts - I have ordered from him several times.

x 2 - as Gary said, Rich: I especially like reading your comments and descriptions. I'm not sure if I had managed to apply the red interior piping decals - looks a bit intimidating!

Thanks, Harry and Gustavo.

Very good choice to paint it like you did, and the moon discs give it the final custom touch!

While the car is not to my taste, the model is surprisingly good, Gene.

Very nice model, Brian - it certainly pays off when somebody knows his subject ! (Today I like working and fleet trucks much more than dressed-up show queens which I built 40 years ago when I started modelling trucks)

Thank you for trying to clear things up a bit, Håkan - for me these level classifications are no problem at all, I don't care about them (Being an on/off car modeler since 1969, I know my abilities and how to overcome difficulties - I buy what finds my interest) - but for an absolute beginner this might be a problem and could make one uncertain and causing wrong decisions.

Thanks, JC - only work I did here was a little detailing....

Bill, at best forget those level ratings from Revell Germany - I would rate this one between 2 and 3 (I built the very first Monogram issue in 1988) - don't know how they come to the conclusion that this one must be level 4 with 94 parts whereas their new E-type roadster with 149 parts is rated level 3 ! (I just started a new topic on this in the Model building questions and answers section)

I'm afraid you are right, Bill - sad, but true.

Revell AG’s misleading levels of difficulty: The idea behind this isn’t bad at all – to prevent some orientation (as a guideline) for people who are not that deep in the hobby as most of us are. For example beginners or (grand)parents who want to buy first modeling kits for their (grand)children. A question from another forum member concerning the skill level "4" with the just reissued ex-Monogram Cobr 427 in Revell AG's (fictional) Gulf livery gave me the idea for this topic: I’ve read that the classification (levels 1 to 5) depends mainly on parts count – here are 2 examples with classifications that are totally wrong in my opinion and may result in frustrating experiences which might cut off the possible hobby for a newbie before it gets a chance to become one: Exemple 1: 1956 Bel Air (ex- Monogram from the 70’s) is a very simple kit with relatively low parts count (less than 100 parts including stock AND custom) – no beginner would face bigger problems when trying to build this one: Exemple 2: New release Jaguar E-type Roadster (149 parts) is a highly detailed, complex kit I would not recommend for beginners though Revell says “for uncomplicated fun in modeling – easy painting and glueing” – how silly is that ? Example 3: Revell USA marks the 1969 Chevy Nova SS with skill level 2 – I bet this one is more difficult (also more detailed) than the notorious old ’56 Bel Air. So my personal estimate would be: Level 2 for the ex-Monogram ’56 Bel Air, level 4 for the new E-type and level 3 for the 69 Nova (though I admit that I only have built the old Bel Air almost 40 years ago and don’t know the other 2 from personal experience). What do you think, guys? Does Revell's classification make sense or does it miss the target? I am really interested in your opinion about this matter - let us know what you think about it!

Nice color and finish, Rich - the carbon decals give it the ultimate touch!

Thank you, Anders !

Francis, I just don't know what to say (what has not been said already) - your model is mindblowing! Though I'm not into drag racing, this is a really outstanding model. I must admit that I very seldom look into the WIP section, but have looked into yours - for the 1st part, just the body modifications (cab) - awesome ! It is like eating a cake: piece by piece - you must not eat all at once! About 67 pages will take some time to look into, but it is definitely worth it.