I had a lot of fun building this kit...definitely going to buy another one of these. I kept it box stock with the exception that I used embossing powder to simulate carpeting. I didn't like the result I got when I used the embossing powder kind a looks clumpy to me... but it was my first time trying to simulate carpet so I'll keep practicing. I used testors one coat Lacquer revving red with three coats of wet look clear I really love that stuff. I sanded and polished the paint added some detail to the engine carpment but still haven't tried wiring up the engine yet...still feel like I have to improve on my basic skills before I try it. I might try on my next build but not sure yet. Well I think it came pretty good I'm really happy with it. Hope you all like it, enjoy.