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Nice job. Love the color.

I have had that kit in the stash semi started for over 20 years. I really like that car. Will follow this one. Maybe it is time to get mine out. I want those wheels! You mention tires are from a Tamiya F40. Are the wheels as well? That is exactly the wheel/tire combo I need for my Guldstrand. Thanks,

Super cool! I'll be following this one!

Hmmm... a Ford I would actually be interested in..... To put it loosing to the C7R

Darn it! Now I want that 924 GTP..... Absolutely love it!

This project is finished and posted Under Glass. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/133337-ladies-and-gentlemen-my-c7r-2016-daytona-winner/ Thanks!

Thanks guys! Chris, Box stock will definitely be easier. Just make sure the engine allows the hood to close and that the body sits properly in the chassis. Thanks,

Great job!

Love it! Those wheels really stand out!

Cool! One of the most iconic Porsches of all times!

Nice!

Love it! That is one of the most beautiful cars ever made! Great job!

Very nice looking snake! Love those wheels.

Great save! Very nice! Love those Lolas!

Very nice as usual!

Hello, It is finally done! This is an important project for me, as this is the first complex model I finish since early 2009! The 54th Rolex 24 Hours Race at Daytona was held on January 28–31 2016. One of the most popular classes in IMSA is the GTLM, where factory teams throw it all for bragging rights. Corvettes, Porsches, Ferraris, BMWs and Ford GTs started the race hoping to win. That year, after 23 hours and 45 minutes, the 2 Corvettes were up front leading in class when they were told on the radio: "You are OK to Race! Keep it clean, No Risks", setting the stage for an epic battle between teammates Oliver Gavin in car #4 and Antonio Garcia in car #3. The last 15 minutes were basically a close sprint race. The closest it could be without contact. The last lap was a drag race between both cars. At the checkered flag, Gavin in car #4 won by only .034 seconds over a 24 hour race! For 2016 there were substantial changes in the regulations, making the 2016 cars quite different from the 2014-2015 seasons. Why is this relevant? Revell released the C7R model with decals for the 2016 winner, but the model represents a 2014-2015 car. Many modifications were required to update the model to 2016 specs. Unfortunately this model did not cooperate. It fought all the way with frustrating fit issues and many other problems. It is probably the most frustrating and disappointing model I've done. There are a few details I'm not happy with and a few missing details here and there but I just wanted this over! This was also my first time weathering a car. The intention is to represent the car as it rolled into Victory lane. Weathering is easily overdone so I tried to control it. You can see the model's progress thread here: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/117667-corvette-c7r-daytona-winner/ Some of the modifications include: -Reworked hood -New front splitter with side aero fences -Added dive planes -Added pitot tubes and housing -Replaced rocker panels with updated ones -New rear spoiler brackets -Updated rear spoiler end plates -Reworked rear end with diffuser and aero modifications -Reworked front grille and driving lights assembly -Added camera dome in correct location plus antenna and transponder -Fully detailed engine wasted because nothing fits. Top of the engine had to be removed for the hood to fit. The model is essentially now a curbside. -Tons of Interior mods and details added (screens, wiring, belts, displays, nets, paddle shifters, water cooler, etc.) but nothing is seen from outside -Added position numbering indication panels Here is my story: Before the race, I did the prep of the car and told them to bring it to my shop right after the race to wash and clean it. (Took pictures of it before the weathering in case it was ruined). Before the race: https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4ZcfWxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4ZcBnxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Zc6qxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Zc7CxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4ZckGxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Zc4FxJ21ND.jpg AFTER the race: (Weathering) https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1FVxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1jGxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1qqxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1dhxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z15LxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1rWxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z18nxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1MqxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z1zFxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Zp3LxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4ZpvgxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4ZpUWxJ21ND.jpg https://media.fotki.com/2v2J4Z99FxJ21ND.jpg In this link you can see that battle and the finish of the race. Over 2 years later, I still get goosebumps watching it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u06idGnmgDc&t=9608s Hope you like it! What do you think? Thanks,

Hello, And into the banking the C7R enters the home stretch! The FINISH line is approaching! Thanks,

If I smash it and then step on and then set it on fire, I'll scatter the ashes between all of you. ? Stupid model is like a mistress. Nothing but trouble you want to get rid of. But then you look at that gorgeous body and here I am.....

This has to be the LUCKIEST model in the world. It has been so many times so close to meet a wall thrown like a fastball........ Walked away a few minutes ago. Worst EVER! Stupid model.

Interesting project. Always liked the 924/944 lines.

Hello, Do you notice any improvement? Thanks,

Hello, Some more progress before this car races in vintage class. Thanks,

Hello, Here is a link to one of them. Can't believe it was 12 years ago already! http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/2045-presenting-our-grand-sport-tribute-lotsa-pics/ and I recently did this: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/94594-jet-threat-ii-grand-sport-1st-workbench-activity-in-6-years/ By the way, stay tuned as there is yet another Grand Sport related project on my workbench now: the GS90. I also did the master for a correct '96 Corvette Grand Sport coupe but the resin caster could not make it work because of the complexity of the body/glass/roof combination. Thanks,

Nice! Beautiful car and interesting color combo.

Lovely collection! I did Gurney's '68 Eagle a few years ago.