David G.

Thank you Pierre. Upgrading the headlights is certainly under consideration. Right now though, my main concern is getting the body to where it looks like something worthy of the name plate. Once I'm there I'll look into other upgrades and improvements. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement David. My plan at this time is to build this one as a curbside with the bonnet / hood glued shut. I think I can get a much better fit and appearance for it without the considerations of keeping the clunky opening mechanisms operable. The headlight upgrade is sort of floating around in the back of my mind while I'm beating the body into shape. I'll likely do something to improve them, I just don't know what yet. Thanks to you both for your time and feedback, David G.

Hello Everybody! I was able to take a break from all the other things going on in my life and get some work done on the Rolls. The chrome on this kit is abysmal. So now it's gone. The first to be "rechromed" are the hubcaps as they require the least prep work and would be the easiest to strip and refinish if necessary. I think these will do. The "chrome" is Rustoleum Metallic Chrome from a spray can. Just some quick and simple detail painting for the chassis plate. The same for the interior. Just a quick and simple paint job using a a basic shading technique to add some slight visual interest. I may do more later. But for now,this is it. That's all for now, thank you for your time and attention. David G.

Thank you Carl.

Beautiful work on this David! In the photos, that color looks very rich and saturated. It should look gorgeous when polished. David G.

In spite of the troubles, it came out looking great Bob! I really like the transparent hood. David G.

Thank you so much Pierre. It seems as if you have some experience with this kit. Upon seeing the contents of the box, those were my feelings almost exactly. Very much a "What have I gotten myself into?" moment. Again, you're exactly correct Pierre. The subject matter is the main reason that I decided to bite the bullet and build it in spite of its wretched condition. If this were a kit of almost anything else, I most likely would have put it back in the box for some future Post Apocalyptic project build. Thanks again for your kind words and encouragement. David G.

Thank you Jeremy, I'm glad you like it. Hopefully, I'll make some more progress this weekend. David G.

Nice work on this one, I'll have to check it out in the Under Glass section. David G.

That's one sweet looking Ford, nicely done! David G.

Wishing you smooth sailing! David G.

Just incredible! David G.

A beagle's head I never thought of it that way, but you're right. David G.

Astounding work François! The springs and brakes are amazing. David G.

Thanks Chaz, it's my first one. David G.

Fabulous work getting all the body panels to align properly. The rest of the build should be easy by comparison. David G.

Hello Everybody! I found time and energy to finish up the little bit of prep on the body and get it painted along with some of the other associated bits and bobs. I'm pretty pleased with the results. There are some small dust bits and other flaws but nothing that a bit of attention won't fix. The spoiler is almost smoothed out and ready for paint too. I'm starting to think that I can live with the slight warp in the hood, though I may try one more time to straighten it. Also, the nose piece is misaligned because it's just being held in place for the photo with a bit of masking tape . As always, thanks for taking the time to look and please feel free to comment. David G.

Thank you Mike. It's really just a happy accident, but I'm flattered that you like it so much. I had come up with a partial plan to do something like this but hadn't done any research yet. Now I have a more clear direction when I start to look into it. Thanks for your suggestions Noel. David G.

Wicked looking Ford! David G.

It looks fantastic! I'll have to check in the Under Glass section. David G.

Sweet looking Stingray! David G.

That engine looks great! David G.

That Buick is awesome! Where did you get the skull and diamond plate steel? David G.

The kit's engineering is certainly presenting its own set of challenges to address. You seem to be working through them quite handily. David G.

Gorgeous model, great photos too! David G.

A beautiful rendition of one of GM's worst-built and best-selling cars. I don't think I've ever seen one looking better. David G.