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Nice '60!

Thank you all for stopping by and for your nice comments! Really appreciate it. Thanks, Ismael

Thank you!

Hello, Ready for (hopefully) last coat of primer. Wait, what happened to the chassis mounting tabs on the sides of the body? Oh, that's why. Yeah, those tacky sidepipes are horrible. Thanks, Ismael

Hello, Pre-shading Base color done. Ready for detail painting, decals and eventual weathering. Thanks, Ismael

WOW! What a stunning execution! Beautiful! Thanks, Ismael

Sinister and cool at the same time. Love the wheels.

Nice job! I've never been much into customs but this is very nice. After watching the video, WOW! Nothing but respect and admiration.

Cool! Probably my all time favorite Viper, together with the last gen. If I ever build another Viper it will be this one: '96 GTS coupe, blue with white stripes.

Very nice! Those plug wires look fantastic. Thanks, Ismael

Beautiful job! Love the engine and chassis details but the working license plate hinge / gas filler takes the cake! Thanks, Ismael

Hello, Sometimes in life, weird things cross your path and you take an unplanned detour. So I was browsing thru boxes of old stuff and found lots of old models, parts, stalled projects and more from my youth. Some of those are well over 40 years old! I'll take some pics and provide longer explanations on some of those later. But this one, somehow jumped out of the box into the workbench! It's been in that box for probably over 30 years! It's a 1978 Monogram Snap-Tite Pontiac Trans Am. It was loose but I was able to find all the parts but the decals and box, which I don't recall ever existing. The catch? This model is 1/32 scale! You may not know it but as a kid and teenager, I was a huge Trans Am lover as well as Corvettes. This is a very simple and rather crude kit with less than 20 parts. I want to see if I can do a simple project. I said simple, not necessarily quick. As much as I love it, I'll resist the urge to make this a Bandit. Worked some mold lines, a light sanding (it seems it had a very light coat of red spray can paint) and first coat of primer reveals some mold lines that still need attention. Thanks, Ismael

Hello, Thanks to a fellow forum member I was able to get another louvered roof! Wohoo! THANK YOU! The original roof was filled with putty probably over 30 years ago. I salvaged it and made a solid roof so I'll have 2 roofs for the car. Thanks, Ismael

Thank you Steve!

Hello Jeff, So sorry I missed these questions before. Better late than never The CORVETTE script on the valve covers were dry brushed with aluminum paint. For the header wrap I used medical tape found in first aid kits. Thank you for the nice comments and again sorry it took so long to reply. Thanks, Ismael

Hello, Finished and posted Under Glass here: Thank you for accompanying me in this journey! Thanks, Ismael

Hello, Wow, this project took me 9 years to complete. Good thing it was a "simple one". So my 2012 Grand Sport is finally done. You can check the progress thread here: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/96016-2012-corvette-grand-sport-conversion/ Chevrolet launched the Grand Sport version of the C6 Corvette in 2010 in both coupe and convertible. It features the wider body cues of the Z06, upgraded brakes, suspension and other performance oriented features. The powerplant was the LS3 (6.2L) engine. Visually, the Grand Sport features unique fenders. I started this conversion years ago. A lot of work went into this one. Word of advise: I used a snap kit as a starting point thinking it would be easier, but no it is not. I ran into all the traps that entailed. Using a full kit would have probably been a better choice. What makes this a 2012? The color is Carlisle Blue which is a 2012-only color offered in the Corvette. This car represents the following: 2012 Corvette Z16 Grand Sport Coupe GLF Carlisle Blue exterior color Grand Sport specific 6 speed transmission 3LT Cashmere interior Options: Z15 - Heritage package silver fender hash marks J55 - Cross drilled rotors (Standard on Grand Sport) BA5 - Black fender badges Grand Sport (replacing standard chrome badges) H33 - Cyber Gray Metallic Headlamp Override (headlights different color than body) J6F - Red Calipers Personal touches: Rear spoiler painted body color C7 Z06 wheels Scratchbuilt brakes (rotors and calipers) Puerto Rico license plate Puerto Rico emissions inspection/registration sticker Mesh front grille with supports (which ended up looking like the stock one) one heck of a toothpick Hope you like it. What do you think? Thanks, Ismael

LIGHTS WILL TURN ON IN A FEW MINUTES! Get your refreshments and snacks at the cantina and gather around.

Hello, Entering the home stretch! Still pending wheels, tires, brakes, mirrors, front grille, headlight covers(those will be a challenge), a few other details and a final checkup. This is probably the last update before completion. Thanks, Ismael

What a beautiful concept and execution! I see it on the salt flats having fun at top speeds. Thanks, Ismael

Wow Tim! That's a stunner! Looks as good today as it did almost 50 years ago! Can't say that about us ? Thanks, Ismael

Turned out great! The classic color combo is a perfect match for this car. That kit is quite challenging. Thanks, Ismael

Nice! I think this is the first time I see one of these finished. Thanks, Ismael

One of my all time favorite cars. Despite all the challenges you did a great job. Love the color combo. Reminds me a bit of '67 Elkhart blue. Thanks, Ismael

Beautiful presentation of a beautiful job in one of the most beautiful cars ever made! Love it! Thanks, Ismael