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Welcome to the forum Ace. Looking forward to see your builds

Welcome to the playground Shaun.

When I moved in my apartment , I set a goal of rebuilding my car model collection that I lost. I made 3 categories, the absolute must have, the whatever new interesting subjects and the, would be nice to have if I can find them. Most of it is already built, there are about 30 models left to do before I finally retire in 18 months. I have always been a builder, as for the collector part, when they are all in their place in the glass cabinets I set up, then it will be a collection . Having limited space and slowly declining eye-hand co-ordination, I want to finish it before it gets any worse. Once I'm retired and the whole thing is finished , I will switch to a related pass time which I find just as rewarding as building, I will try to improve my photographic skills and maybe post some of my old models in new photosets. One thing I really appreciate on this forum is that some of you have posted some amazing builds of those rare kits, specifically , JO-HAN kits that are either super rare or unaffordable, so , a Big thank you for getting them out of the box and into the light . How I wish I could go back in time and buy all of their kits for 5$ each. and yes I would build them all. The sad part is , as many others have been thru this, when I'm gone, no one will want to keep all these models or even a few, none of my family or friends have any interest in this hobby. It does not matter though, I did this for me . But at least, this time , I won't be here when they'll have to throw this all away.

A beautiful build that does justice to the original series. ?

x2 . The black/red combo makes it so classic. Awesome build, I like everything about it.

Amazing replica. A great tribute to a legendary car.

Always a joy to look at your creations. Being a big Mopar fan. This one sings to me. impeccable, comme toujours! Thanks for sharing.

Very cool and different. Looks like it was inspired by the charger III concept in early seventies.

Beautiful job, great color and it looks really nice with that background.

super nice Impala. I like the red side trim.

Brought back memories of our neighbor when I was young. Great looking Pontiac.

I will take a short break from the forum . My mother passed away yesterday, she was 94 and after a long and a degenerative disease attacking her nervous system, she slowly lost her mobility and the pain was almost constant. Although it's hard to loose someone you love, she is no longer suffering . I will be busy for a couple of weeks making arrangements with my sister. I will take a peek from time to time though. The good part is that we had enough time to say our goodbyes unlike my father who died suddenly. Everyone of us go through this and, as prepared as we think we are, it doesn't get any easier. I wish everybody a happy new year and for those who lost someone recently, you have my sincere condolences.

Great looking pair. I find completing stalled projects very satisfying. Thanks for sharing.

That's a real looker. Like others have said, the color combo is awesome. ?

Great build, the in-use looks makes it realistic.

Awesome build, and great weathering.

Stunning work , looks fantastic, especially with the lights on.

There is a lot of eye candy in there. You had a great year. They are all awesome .The Hemi cuda, the 442 and the nova are my favorite.

Beautiful Impala and a cool way of paying tribute to your sister.

Stunning colors , the old lady looks gorgeous. I love these old kits.

Awesome build. Super realistic . Pretty in pink ! ?

Beautiful work . The nice background adds to realism.

I like your take on this classic vette. Great color combo.

Thanks!!, but I’m Brian? Sorry Brian, My eyes and my brain don't always agree

Great building year Greg, they are all quite gorgeous but my 2 favorite are the Chevy blazer and the awesome Mercedes.