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Hello, Felice Ferriello is one of the best modelers I've ever had the privilege of meeting in person. We met online back in 1998, at what eventually became ScaleCorvettes.com. By a twist of fate, I happened to go to Venezuela on business and it turned out that in Caracas, a city of 8 million people, he lived very close to our office!!!!! I have since then gone again and we meet like very old friends. I’ve met members of his modeling club and they are a very talented and diverse bunch. Every time some co-worker goes there we try to exchange modeling stuff. His display shelf is impressive! Here are some of his builds: His interpretation of a Z06 with a cutoff roof. The yellow C5 in the back is one of my favorites. That was some sort of shootout/group build (group of 2 in 2 different countries) between us back in 2003. We both built Caravaggio Customs inspired cars. I did the silver convertible and he did this one. Interestingly, without knowing it, we both chose the same wheels out of hundreds of options (psst, don't tell him but I like his better than mine... :wink: ) Perry's C5-53. I ordered it to my home and had a co-worker deliver it. Most likely the only C5-53 in Venezuela One of my all time favorites, and the car I met him with The very first AMT Camaro concept in Venezuela. The minute it was released, I got one for him, and another co-worker was going there the next day! Eleanor from the movie. He built this a few years ago. A modern companion A Hertz Shelby A replica of his 1:1 which is a perfectly restored car. Monogram Boss 429 And he has the guts to say I inspire him... HA!! I have more so I'll be posting them later. Thanks,

Hi Charlie, I just replied to your PM Ferrari usually allows the customers to order any car is any color, current, past or custom. They also have an extensive range of blues. That sometimes makes difficult to identify the colors. From the picture, it looks like Ferrari Azzurro Met code 515C. This color was available in the early 90's and probably before that as well. There are other similar colors but I think California Azzurro is more silverish, and NART blue is darker, and Tour de France blue is also darker. Azzurro Hyperion 517 could be another possibility, but I'm more inclined to the Ferrari Azzurro met. I hope this helps. Anyway, Ferraris always look good in any shade of blue Thanks,

Efrain, ESTAS VIVO!!!!! Nice color separation and color choice. Red accents will definitely make it pop. The wheels look nice. I know this is just a mock up but I would have the back wheels just a tad more towards the outside if possible. Thanks,

Looking good so far! I love chassis and undercarriage detailing....

hmmm... Thanks,

Hello, Say what? The question is: Has anybody tried the Studio 27 Photo Etch set for the Fujimi Ferrari F430 in a Revell Germany F430? Trying to find out how "usable" it is without major mods to the kit. I think it should work but just double checking. Same question for the 288 GTO and Ferrari Daytonas...... Any thoughts or comments? Thanks,

That's a great looking modern ride! Love the wheels as well.

Nice job! Looking forward to see it finished.

FWIW: I vote for modern hi tech :wink:

That's the right name: Qinceañera I said weet 15 thinking some would not know what the heck I was talking about :wink:

Hello, Was I dreaming or did somebody here fixes cameras? I have an older Pentax 35mm camera that needs a tune up and I can't find the post about it. Yes, I still use 35mm for my so called pro jobs like weddings, sweet 15s (yes, 15 not 16. that's a latin thing) etc. I'm in the market for a pro digital SLR but in the meantime, these do the job. Thanks,

Hey Mark, Admit it: You want to convert it into a 7. You know you do Looking forward to see it progressing into another masterpiece! Thanks,

Cool racer Andy! Let's go but remember, I'm street legal on street tires, so give me a little room on the tight corners We can do the MCMFPAC: Model Cars Mag Forum Porsche Abusers Club

David, While there is no technical limit as to how many pictures you can post, please remember that if somebody opens a post and it takes forever to load, the viewer will most likely loose interest and close it. Use your judgement and common sense. I think more than 10 are too much. It also depends on the size of the pics. It is also a courtesy to fellow members with slower connections. Thanks,

Very cool! Looks great! Let's race! Just give me a second to put the last tire on....

Half of the interior work is done. I now need to work on the dash, shifter, steering wheel, pedals etc. I still need to dust off some flocking material from the seats. The cargo net shows some weird reflections, but it looks better than in the pic. Thanks,

Welcome to our world! The overcomplicaditis world! There is no cure so accepting it is the first step.

Nice builds! Welcome to the forum!

Thanks guys! Russ, the heat shield is a piece of heavy aluminum foil. Trimmed to shape and then pressed over mesh material so the pattern gets embossed. A drop of superglue keeps it in place. Other than that and the parts box oil filter decal, the rest is 100% box stock. Currently working on the interiors. I'll post pics soon. Thanks,

Looking good Russ! All of that work will certainly pay off at the end.

I got it! How about push button electrically operated door releases like the new Corvette?

Darin, I assume you want something modern. How about the master cylinder of a Revell C5/C6 Corvette? It has good detail and can be plumbed. As for the mirrors, my suggestion is: Testarossa! I always loved the look of those mirrors. Another choice is motorcycle (sportbikes) mirrors. That was popular here with the tuner crowd a while ago for smaller mirrors. For my custom C5, I used 1/32 scale mirrors. I think they were from a Trans Am or Camaro. They look just right in a custom. As for the interior door handles, hmmmm I need to get back to you on that one.......... Hope this helps! Thanks,

This is from the supercars.net website. I like these pictures, so I thought of sharing them with you. Can you say money? MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, IT'S ONLY MONEY......... Check this link for dozens of pictures on this meeting. http://www.supercars.net/gallery/119513/1318/1.html Here are a few examples: BIG pictures OUCH!!!!!

LLLLLLLLLLLLLove it!!! Thanks,

That would be one heck of a box