DJMar

I'm loving the color! This is a sweet build.

That's a great color, especially with those decals. And the mag wheels are spot on! ??

On one hand, I agree. Anything that brings new blood into the hobby, or even sparks an interest in it, is probably good. And that goes for all plastic modeling, not just cars & trucks. On the other hand, I think that it's a disservice to novice modelers when someone with supposed standing in the hobby (and a YouTube following) showcases shoddy building techniques, questionable use of materials, etc., when building a kit. If someone is new to the modeling game, they might not understand that the level of build quality that they're seeing is subpar. Sadly, a lot of what is out there, especially on monetized platforms, is just plain dreck. Let's face it, those videos aren't really about building models, they're about selling them. I'm sure that's good for the model companies & their distributors, but I'm not sure it's always good for the hobby as a whole, new modelers in particular. Just my two copper.

Here are some pics that show the placement of several elements a little more clearly. You can see that the driver and engine are set pretty far back. The Super Chief is a later version of the Imperial Kustoms car.

The original issue, Revell-Monogram branded box, c. 1998, does not have the extra door handles. They are in the subsequent reissue, the California Wheels version, on the sprue with the custom wheels. I have a version of this kit with a 2011 copyright on the box, and I think that's the last time it was issued.

My '64 Wideside had a 305 V6 coupled to a 4 speed manual. Really cool engine in a great truck platform. And yes, the GMC V6 looks downright beefy compared to a SBC. It's a few inches taller and wider and also heavier. Nice work swapping all the stuff on these kits, it's a great idea! ??

Not that I needed anything else for the stash, but I found a seller online that had this for a ridiculous price. So for $22 USD (tax & shipping included!) I now have another Olds on the shelf. I'm already working on a modified '69 442, so maybe this one will get the OOB treatment?

I am one of those weird Geo Storm aficionados, and I dig this! ????

That paint job is off the hook! ??

Here's a stock '61 rear end. There would be a lot more involved than just replacing a rusty quarter. Not saying it couldn't be done, but there would be a LOT of work, including the quarter panel, rear bumper and rear panel. Big money at a shop, with people who know what they're doing. Not out of the realm of possibility for someone who had a fat wallet. $$$ Considering that repro parts for these cars are virtually nonexistent, it's possible the owner went the custom route because good stock parts are pretty scarce and only available secondhand.

So, as a diehard Oldsmobile fan, I really like this kit. I wish I had bought more of both the stock and custom versions for future projects. IMO, it's a fine kit and builds up easily. I wouldn't say it falls together, but assembly is pretty straightforward. Everything is molded cleanly, although I do remember there being some very minor flash on a few trees. There are a couple of dimensional bugaboos that Olds fans might pick up on, but they are all very minor. One of the more apparent issues is the window divider bar, which most modelers are going to remove on a custom anyway. The stock kit, which represents an 88 coupe, should have a two piece windshield. There is a good bit of chrome trim to foil or paint on the body, but nothing excessive. For me the worst part was foiling the trim under and around the rear window. Not an issue so much if you're masking & painting. I think the kit would look great in the dark blue, maybe even a two-tone with a white or silver roof?

There is no enamel residue on that body, as the OP used Tamiya Italian Red over Tamiya pink primer. All lacquer.

Those Iceman BFGs have a really distinctive, rounded shoulder, especially in the larger sizes. I think they look great stuffed underneath the rear of any Pro Street-style car.

The -23 isn't my favorite MiG, but it is a sharp looking aircraft. The UB variant is certainly interesting. Good to see they gave the builder LOTS of marking options in this kit!

Colors marked with * are Toronado only, but AFAIK, all other colors were available for the 442 in '71.

I dig it, and I'm always down for a purple Mopar! The wheels & sidepipes are the perfect look for this. Also, that's a cool backdrop/display base.

If the original Starsky & Hutch car was nicknamed the "Striped Tomato", is this version the "Striped Cherry Tomato"? This is an awesome little '70s-style street burner. It's great to see the V8 up front and those fat meats in the rear. ?

Great color and classic Cragars! She looks ready to rumble. Is the hood an aftermarket item, or did you modify the kit piece? I do like Iceman's tires, those BFGs look right at home.

Tamiya's TS sprays are synthetic lacquers. This same ad copy has been on their website for years. Personally, I've never had an issue with TS-13 gloss clear used over any Tamiya TS paints, but that just could be my luck.

This is such a cool build! Awesome fab and body work, and great details! I love the interior. Personally, I vote for the purple if you're building an replica of the Leisure sketch. Since it's a mid-60s custom, maybe some pearl or flake?

Totally digging this, the color choices look great! Great build of a really nice kit (that Revell should reissue).

Super cool build of a really neat TV car! For some reason I have Kojak's license plate from the series in my files...

Mine wasn't. ?

I feel this. I've got either 1) '90s style "body color painted everything" builds or 2) rat rods on the bench right now, because the thought of foiling anything makes we want take up knitting.

Such a cool project! IIRC, there are 3 sets of wheels in this one, including steelies with small hubcaps.