Oldcarfan27

Chevy Engine Orange.

Keep up the weathering. After all, most workhorse rigs don't stay showroom new for very long! At the minimum, they get dusty and faded. At worst, they get dented and damaged. Just remember, keep it restrained. Companies don't want to put out a bad image with "junky" trucks, but they're not going to spend thousands of dollars keeping them "show car" detailed, either. Build it however you like it. I really appreciate builders who can create convincing weathering on their models!

Aaarrgh, such heartbreak!?

Why is it the local (US) model car manufacturers have fed us with this "not enough interest to invest tooling dollars" bull for so long that we now have come to expect that answer for anything we like that's different from the usual Camaros, Mustangs and 57 Chevys that they've given us over and over for the past 40 years? They've already diluted those subjects so much that I don't even pay attention when they announce another one to be released. They won't invest tooling dollars but yet other far off companies release stuff like this Cartoon bodies on the first 2 and 43rd scale to boot. The Chevy I could do without, but how I wish the 55 Cadillac was an accurate 1/24 or 25 scale. Weak detailing on the 58 Caddy, but it's all there is. I guess these companies didn't get the memo about "not enough interest"

I can remember all the horrid colors I painted models in my younger days. Yes, it was because I had no money for paint and had to use whatever was in the garage at the time. I distinctly remember painting my dads "old" Pontiac promos a medium blue with a brown roof, another one was a Testors Metallic Purple on a Revell Lancia Stratos race car that a friend gave me. I even painted a Huey helecopter in the same metallic purple - because that's what I had. I also remember painting EVERYTHING black with gold trim, because that was the "in" color choice in the late 70s. But, I was restoring them to improve them, right?

Cool idea, let's see more. As far as the Challenger - I'm surprised AMT or Revell/Monogram haven't scratched this itch already considering they both have the basic tooling available.

Absolutely looks like something the factory would have built!

And the smoke from all the weed!

"House Keeping?" "Would you like mint for pillow?"

Beautiful build, I really like the color combination.

Keep on building, you're doing a great job. Really, Comic-Con? You seem to be finding models in places no one else thinks to look! I've found them at the Train Expo before, rare kits and cheap too! Never stop looking in obscure places for a find.

Here's some pictures I found online of someone doing the very same thing.

Weathering looks incredible! As does the whole rig. Well done.

Ditto!!

Fabulous job, well worth the time invested! It would be cool if Atlantis models ends up having this tooling and could reissue it. Looks like a fun one!

Great job on that rig. I'd like to build a model on it's current "as found" state, lots of details to add there! Can anyone tell me why Mack built an offset cab for these trucks? I can't think of a good reason why they needed them.

Then put me in for a "Coca-Cola" Open Road Mini Motorhome and Chevy Camper, a "Coca-Cola" 78 Bronco "Wild Hoss", a "Coke is It!" 72 GMC stepside or Ford Courier Minivan, and even "Coke" sponsored BJ & the Bear, Rubber Duck Mack and Movin' On rigs. Whatever it takes to get these kits back on the shelves!!!

Where'd you find a junker 70 Charger promo? I've never even seen any of those in ANY condition!

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2019/04/16/johnny-hutch-drummer-turned-beatles-obituary/amp/ He could have been the next Beatles' drummer after Pete Best.

Bill, I think it's just you and me. ?

I hope the hunchback is OK.

Reminds me of a build I saw in an 80s model car magazine, where the builder did the same thing with an orange Boss '9 and Glidden pro stock. He left the body in the molded orange color an put it in a wicked low stance - Pro Street style. It looked soo tough!

Yes, the front bumper started with the Olds center (red) with bits o' plastic added to the ends. Rear is all pieces of plastic forming the shape. I'll find the Oldsmobile for you. Use your red Cutlass as a guide for the angle of the B pillar and the shape of the side windows will follow.

Roof slope looks better, but I think you're rear window opening goes down too far into the tulip panel area. There should be a bit of metal that curves up and the window doesn't need to be that big. (See my Buick above, for the example). As soon as I can find it, I will post pictures of the Cutlass Supreme I've started and show you how I resolved the roofline crease you're talking about. Its subtle, but you're right - it is there!

Well, you've inspired me to bring my 30 year old project back to life. I just fixed the cracked bodywork and put an even coat of primer back on. Here's my parents Buick so far. It was midnight blue metallic with a white half vinyl top and white interior. It was a gorgeous one of a kind car. I think they had it special ordered. I sure miss that car.?