AMT68

Thanks Gary, I tend to evaluate builds after I complete them to see where I could improve.

Built from the most recent reissue of the 1/25 scale AMT '70 Monte Carlo and painted in Dupli-Color Ford Dark Toreado Red with Rust-Oleum clear. While the exterior color is similar to Black Cherry available in '70 the Claret interior wasn't intended to match any factory offerings. I foiled the section that spans the rear tail lights in an effort to mimic the appearance of the '72 (minus the black accent stripes) but in hindsight it would've been better to have used a matte foil. And I cut strips of black vinyl to create the accent stripes along the lower body molding and used .007 clear lay film for the marker lights. Now that I've photographed the model it's become apparent that the accent stripes are clearly too wide and out of scale. I also opted to use the Turbine wheel covers from the AMT '70 Impala versus the kit's Rallye Wheels.

Very impressive rework and black vinyl tops look great on those cars.

Impeccable build and a wonderful tribute. Also impressed with the two tone seats.

Can't go wrong with that color combination for that era. Looking forward to eventually seeing this one Under Glass.

What a beauty! I like the monochromatic bumpers particularly in that shade of gray.

Absolute beauty. And a very striking color.

Stunning work and a great deal of admiration for all of the modifications in creating the Beaumont. The unique color combinations from that era were very cool. I can recall seeing a '67 Chevy at a car show in Butternut Yellow with a Turquoise interior.

Excellent work on both Pontiacs. I'm really impressed with the overall accuracy of both bodies. And props to the supplier of the decals as they look excellent. The Pontiac 400 was still putting out respectable horsepower for the era. Appreciate the insight into the issues working with resin as it provides important information should I decide to make the investment in one of these kits. As a Colonnade fan 3D is the primary source.

Very impressive work and I've never seen one of these kits previously. It's an excellent gift idea.

Sharp looking build and nice work on all your modifications.

Thanks Alan. Despite their popularity it's rare to see this generation of the Monte Carlo even at car shows today. Thanks Michael.

Super nice builds on all three tri-fives.

'68 was my favorite year for the Beaumont. This red and white version was up for auction at a very wet Fall Carlisle several years ago.

It's a great look in gunmetal gray and great job on the interior detailing.

Thanks Harry. It's a decent kit. Just needs some extra work here and there.

Paint, decal and engine compartment work all look great as does the Light Sand interior with the contrasting arm rests. I also like to paint the mufflers gold from time to time.

Excellent work Ludwig and in a color not frequently seen. And the all black '67 looks super. Those mid 60's Birds had wonderfully appointed interiors.

Great paint and decal application. The ornate seat pattern has that great '70's vibe.

Impressive build and detailing work on the engine bay. Finish looks super smooth.

Great looking build with excellent detailing. As an admirer of green and white cars I appreciate the color combination. The GP that year had to be amongst the earliest GM cars with a Halo style vinyl roof.

Sharp looking color combination. Excellent work.

I always like seeing these mid 70's cars. Great work and color combination.

Great looking Camaro and if I may ask what paint color did you use on the wheels. I'm working on this kit for the first time and trying to decide on a color for the 5 spoke wheels.

Thank you David and Gerald.