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The 1956 Mercury. (From the glue bomb lot) It’s only missing the bumper so hope to resurrect it some day maybe using a Ford bumper (?) Posted it to show the division of body parts.

I have been working on 2 ‘56 Chryslers and didn’t experience this issue. The hoods required no more tweaking than most kits. I did switch the rear deck pieces - the original issue deck with the last issue deck for a more compatible fit for both. (Go figure) However I don’t think that anything to do with the hood fit. There is a small gap along the leading edge and I can live with that. The green (original issue) glue bomb was part of an ebay lot of Revell 1:32 built ups. It appears that the fenders are pinching the hood out of place. It also seems to be a little too long.The gap where the deck, side and roof meet seems to be the big issue for this kit. It must be filled to look decent. Had it not been for this gap on the right side one could paint a tritone color scheme with minimal masking before assembly as the body pieces are mated along the color breaks. Only the top part of the doors would require masking. I couldn’t live with that gap!As you can see I still need to foil the trim to bring out the details. But no gap!

I have completed the’49 Ford. The proportions are atrocious! The bumpers are too wide for the body and the front, especially the grille, is too flat (for lack of a better description). Deck lid appears to be way too short as well when compared to the Chrysler and Aurora’s Cunningham.The wheels are from the’56 Ford. I found the kit wheels too confusing to detail!

It’s been nearly a year since anyone has posted here. I haven’t seen the ’56 Buick listed in the Atlantis catolog so far. ?

Very nice indeed!

You certainly breathed new life into that Duster!

Your builds are killin'! LOL hope you have a better new year

Or is it a different model? Was it the yellow one? I’m not sure after giving it a second look ??

Looking good in green! The new color scheme has really changed its appearance for the better.

I’m sure there is more to see that I missed too!

Looking good!

Although there is not a cruiser in the scene there are 2 state(?) troopers concerned over Ruby’s Dinner truck parked in a handicap parking spot and a female city officer talking to the tow truck operator perhaps about removing the offending vehicle. (3rd pic from the bottom, lower left hand corner. Check the video out for a better view.) But really who needs a cop when everyone is having such a good time? (Illegal handicap parking not withstanding)?

Astounding! I must’ve spent an hour pouring over your pics and video! This is just incredible! The build of the vehicles with so much scratch building and detail - I don’t think I could accomplish so many quality builds in a lifetime! The details in the buildings and realistic treatment of the pavement is outstanding! But what wows me the most is the people! Their interactions with each other could not be more realistic. You have even captured the sense of action especially the skateboarders and the jogger! Simply amazing!

As I feared when I signed up that summer would not allow for much modeling. I have fought with the paint when I did find time. I did shoot the 3rd color on the tri-tone paint scheme Thursday and should be ready to polish tonight. I have also fashioned an AC duct for the package shelf. Although it’s not eligible for another round, I shall continue working on it and post progress pics here with Snake’s permission.

Very nice indeed!

Looks like this BOYD is rolling along! Looking good!

Well I was typing some what tongue in cheek when I posted that. I’m actually quite pleased to have the correct dashboards even if the rest isn’t correct. There does seem to be a lot of people who know of this situation however. ? I’m a Virgil Exner fan so it’s the exterior that’s the real draw for me. I do build what I want with what I have and with what skills I have keeping in mind I’ll never have the time to build them all. The bucket list is long and I am slow so I’ll sweat the details on those. I don’t build to please my critics however I do show the ones that turn out well or even ok and constructive criticism is always welcomed.

Although the convertible side panels used in the early Jo-Han & AMT annuals has always bugged me, I am more concerned with correct details. Using the ‘64 Dodge interior would be a good starting point, along with a more detailed chassis if I wanted a really correct model. I have other projects I would be more willing to invest the time, so for now I’m just thinking shelf model. Ironically because of the shallow tub it would make more sense to correct the convertible as the interior is a visual focal point. As it is I don’t know if I’ll ever get around to building any of them not to mention the ‘62 Chryslers & ‘60 DeSotos I have in this series. ?

That’s kinda what I think but judging by this thread it would seem a lot of people know…? Guess I wasted my money buying those dashboards. ?

Well that’s good to know! I have 2 Plymouths and 1 Dodge convertible. (and 2 Dodge hts)

Thanks! The pics will greatly aide in the search. I think I need a boot the ‘62 Plymouth convertible too. Had the kit out a few days ago and now that piece is missing. I’m afraid it may have accidentally fallen into a pile of papers that went to the recycle bin ☹️

So I still need ’62 interior tubs to have correct interiors? Can they be easily modified to be correct? If I ever get around to building them and I don’t have or can’t find the correct tubs I will have to work with what I have…

I was unaware that the interiors were incorrect for these kits (although someone in this thread mentioned the Chrysler had a’ ‘65 interior). I did know the dashboards were incorrect for the Dodge and Plymouth. However I attended a NNL event a few weeks ago and discovered that Parts by Parks has the correct dashboards in resin! I bought 2 each to add to the kits I have. It would appear that I need to trade a Dodge ht for a Plymouth ht to balance out my collection unless I can find 1 or 2 at a reasonable price

NOW I see the scale on the Olds box. (I did look earlier ?). How many are in the series? I’ve only recently become aware of these models.

Thanks! I really like that Olds!