Jonathan

Very nicely done!

Along those lines, I'd like something that looks more "solid" in terms of wheels (the Packard pictured is being built out-of-box; I'm planning/thinking about the second one that I have that I'd like to do something different for...) Something like this poor screen grab ...

It's not RED! Awesome - it really looks sharp in silver.

This is why I love this board - post a question and the creativity just happens. Still not sure if I'll try this, though.

Oh, man that is crazy! I love it!

So, I've been working on the old (and I think well done) Monogram Packard Boattail Speedster. Looking at the lines - two seater, long hood, short tail - got me to thinking, what would this look like if it were hotrodded? Using a second kit, I'm thinking of ditching the fenders (think High Boy); leave the hood off. Can I find any parts to dress up / hop up the Straight 8? What could I use for wheels - these are 19" or 20" wheels, and pretty narrow, as one would expect. Any thoughts? Creative ideas? (is this a dumb idea?) thanks

Would love to progress pics. Here's mine, straight from the box. Well, I worked up some sorry plaid decals for the seats. But, yeah, completely improbably engine, wheels, etc. - so it seems like a blank canvas to me.

These look great, Joe!

That really looks great! Nice work.

As others have said, this is a beautiful build!

I'm still looking forward to this rerelease. Any thoughts as to where to source the ol' 4-banger, Iron Duke motor?

I remember seeing this when it was published. Very cool!

I'm definitely in for this. And, I think HPIGuy, and of course Tim Boyd - among others - are great contributors to our hobby. I look forward to reviews by both of them. Tim - for his history and beautiful builds; Chris for showing what's in the current release and quickly pointing out things to look for. Anywho ... I'm glad to see this classic reissued, especially with Tim's input and the updates.

Nice - the model and the reference pictures

Very nice work - as it should have been built.

Retrofuture - so very cool!

Very cool! You hardly ever see these things built. Nice!

Oh yeah! I have two on the bench right now that I want to finish, and then the pickup is next in line. Thanks again!

I just had another fantastic trade with Kevin Hilsabeck aka - Khils. Everything arrived safe and sound and very well packaged. Thank you!

Wow! This thing is impressive! Love seeing your work!

Cool! I'd like to see one built up and done in a WWII tri-color Navy scheme now. ?

Like others have said, just beautiful work! What paints did you use?

So very well done - somebody has spent a lot of time going through this car to address the rust issues.

Whatcha lookin' for?

I love when these builds pop back up to the top of the forum. They are all just so creative.