Paul Payne

I really like that the front, rear, and fender angles are all the same- really unifies the design. What engine would this have had?

Ricky, so far this project is pretty much in my head, with various plastic shapes and parts giving me ideas of where this could go. The illustrations on the internet for idea and concept cars are the only drawings. Went to the Hoosier model contest where I found the remains of an airplane which started this- these are the sides grafted onto the T-bird sides. So, much more freeform than other projects.

Hands down, the Airfix Bugatti EB110 was horrendous- especially compared to the excellent Revell Germany release. Airfix couldn't even get the rear clip accurate- didn't even vaguely resemble the real thing- makes you wonder if they ever actually saw the car or drawings. I will never waste money on another Airfix kit.

Noticed a discussion of the 1934 Ford coupe kits- sounds like we need an accurate one rather badly.

Bill, just had to ask- will the 1/8 Mustang have the working windshield defrosters?!?!?!? Seriously, the pictures for the vinyl roof show beautifully separated vent windows and really tight panel lines- immaculate work as usual!

Still progressing- cut apart the chassis and lengthened it with a filler piece. Looked through the junk yard and decided bed covers and pickup beds would be good beginnings for the belly pan. I also began developing the cowl section to allow mounting a veed windshield frame. Now I can create the rest of the hood and figure out how to hinge it. Have not made much progress on the grille- have to figure out the front end in conjunction with the grille size and contours.

Here's a thought- can die cast tooling be used for a plastic model?

Unfortunately I never had the privelege of meeting or knowing these gentlemen. Perhaps a few photos of their models would make a nice memorial.

More thoughts- 1962-1964 Studebaker GT Hawks Newer Cadillacs with the clean, edgy styling MG A roadster MG B roadster Cab forward Chryslers- Concorde, 300M, etc. Definitely a Riviera boat tail- with custom options! Phantom Corsair John Cobb's Railton Mobile Special

Modelers, keep them coming! This is getting really interesting. I would like to add a good 1/25th scale Harley Davidson knucklehead (my personal favorite).

Everybody has one- a list of models never released, not released in a scale you build, or only as something so inaccurate as to be useless. Here's mine, all 1/25th scale: 1932 Ford with a completely stock, accurate, and super detailed chassis Bugatti T57SC Atlantic coupe Chrysler Chronos Fred Frame Duesenberg racing car Dry lakes/Bonneville streamliners such as Shadoff Special Modern Bentleys Pontiac Solstice 1961 Lincoln Continental retool similar to 1962 Thunderbird Stuart Hilborn streamliner My list could go on and on and could include many models in need of a good retool. How about yours?

Always had a soft spot for the AMT 3 in 1 boat kit, first model I built, back in 1959. Got one when they re-released it, also acquired most of a kit in trade. Another round tuit!

This kit started out as either a 3 window coupe with the option of stock or chopped top, or a convertible. Later AMT converted the tooling to a 5 window coupe. This is why the top was separate. When I built the kit as a chopped coupe, there was a considerable difference in the body thickness from side to side. I added plastic to the thin side, which helped a bit.

This just proves that all modelers are pickers.......

Didn't get it today, but recently swapped for a built PT-109. The hull scales out at about 28' in 1/25th scale- plan to use this for a wood hulled cruiser with a v-16 engine, built in 1920's-1930's style. Lots of reference photos on line, some real inspiration there! Also have a Galaxy trailer I picked up years ago and never got inspired to build. Think I will convert it into a boat trailer. Maybe a 1937 Ford pickup as a tow vehicle. I have already disassembled the boat, the hull and deck separated very easily with no damage at all. Some of the deck details are molded in relief so I filled the underside recesses with 2 part epoxy. Cedar cigar wrapping for the hull and deck, also some leftover wood for trim and structure as needed. Need another project like a hole in the head, but this one is giving me the itch!

All these? In one year? Amazing builds each and every one! It takes me a year just to get one decent paint job done!

Your detailing is superbly done- perfectly in scale and flawlessly neat- one problem- how will you ever top this?!?!?! Do you have another project in the works? If so, please share!

Personally, I like the look of a rolled pan front and rear- often 40's-50's bumpers look way to heavy and prominent- not in harmony with the clean smooth lines you have achieved.

The wealth of shared knowledge on this forum is amazing and invaluable!

Nice job- like the yellow fog light and the chassis and running gear treatments. Looks ready for the next T.R.O.G. meet!

Ain't salvage wonderful!

Really like the Black Widow, the grille painted to match the body is a great idea!

Been following this, love the concept and your build commentary. How about a trailer hitch for towing a boat or??????

The Monogram 427 Cobras have a good 427 side oiler, but they're in 1/24th scale.

This has been a great build to follow- learning so much about old parts and adjusting fits. Only down side- no such thing as a 1/25th scale coat of paint! I've learned the hard way to leave more than you think necessary for paint allowance!