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While the in cab fuel tank was common at that time I think most of the rigs with specialized beds also would mount saddle tanks that held more fuel on either one side or both depending. Ya the old "Fuel tank in the cab" did more to stop smoking and prevent lug cancer than anything else. Think about it.

The heater hoses are in place and the engine is done. Got the interior finalized also.

The front end and some of the emblems are done.

A little progress with the chrome moldings pretty much done now.

A. these are Edsel Wagon Tail Lights. Might be out of the early AMT '57 Ford Hardtop kit. B. Looks like something from a Lincoln Continental kit. F. looks like some of the AMT Custom Grills or rear tail end for a '60's Ford. The rest are Fender Skirts, Hood Scoops, and maybe a custom rear Bumper for a Lincolin

I have had almost an exact duplicate of your Lark on my self for just over 30 years. Your is a Friction Toy as you can see from the geared wheel that would have gone to the friction "motor" inside the chassis plate. Mine has a somewhat detailed chassis plate and the ability to lower it's ride height and I'm pretty sure mine is the JoHann kit model. Other than that they are even in the same color plastic. I bought mine from an Estate Sale and the builder had hand painted the chrome trim. I think you got a screaming deal on this one, just my opinion.

One of the main reasons I suggested keeping a log of any interaction with the dealer or the manufacture is you're building a verifiable record of her problems. Without going to the expense of an attorney the next step would be to go on her states web sight and look up 1. The Attorney Generals Office 2. Any Consumer Protection sight they may offer. Since this is sounding like a common problem and depending on her state's laws for consumers there is a possibility she would have grounds to force Hyundai to buy back her car if it has a safety problem that they are unable to repair.

Nice foil work.

Actually your roof and side pillars look very good to me. You have the general shape. I was ones faced with the door line issues you mentioned and a fellow builder told me to use a very strong plastic type tape as a guide for the general shape of the door openings and that seemed to help a lot. I can't draw a straight line on a piece of paper let alone using an Xacto knife in plastic.

Have your friend look in the back of her owner's manual and find the Hyundai Customer Service phone number. Should Hyundai really not know that there is a customer issue they should be made aware of it. Start a log book of the times that the dealer had it in the shop, and save all the paper work from those visits. Be sure that she stresses to Hyundai the unsafe operating condition and that she has a fear of driving the car. Hopefully this will get someone's attention in their Service Department. If she gets stone walled by Hyundai there are Federal Agencies that can be notified, and the notes she has saved will help illustrate her problem. One question that I would have about her car is as to whether or not she has the Stop/Start feature where the engine shuts off when stopped and then restarts when you take your foot off the gas. I got stuck with a loaner once with this feature, not a Hyundai, and for me this feature would make the car sale proof.

Great clean looking build. Very nice paint finish and color.

Tamiya also offers a white primer that should work well under your Orange color coat. The next question is what Orange are you going for ? Some suggestions if you haven't already picked out a color. Model Master offers a GM Hugger Orange as well as a Ford Grabber Orange and a Dodge Go Mango Orange. Tamiya offers a TS-12 Orange. These are all slightly different shades of Orange but gives you an idea of some options if what ever color you're using now isn't giving you what you're looking for.

Most Hobby Stores and of course Hobby Lobby usually carry a set of pin vice drills. The ones I use come with a 2" circular black colored stand with a clear plastic top about 1 1/2" high. You will need a pin vice if you don't have one now. This have become an invaluable toll for me thru the years and I use this on almost everything I build. I think ones you try it you'll see why. good luck to you.

Very nice paint color and finish. I like the way you cleanly detailed the interior and engine.

Great looking little Nova. Nice shade of Blue with a great finish. Looks like it should have some white shoe polish numbers and class on the window and maybe even some sponsor stickers.

Beautiful looking Show Rod. You mention the square button tufted floor boards and I was wondering how you achieved that and the tuck & roll dash and interior panels. Great that Steve would provide the parts you needed. I like the old Edsel style grill on this also.

Have you tried "Pinning" the parts. I didn't invent this as many here use this method as well as others. I use a #75 or .021 size drill and drill both mating surfaces just deep enough to put a short piece of wire into. This will both hold your parts in position and add strength to their bond when glued. I usually use a staple cut to length. These are bendable as needed but are strong for what your trying to do.

Inspirational interior detailing along with everything else on this build.

I'm just sic enough to think that's the funniest thing I have seen in a long time.

"More Doors" like your old car are becoming more popular because of their price usually being lower and I have seen a few fixed up like you described and they look good and there's room for the whole family. Maybe post a picture just to give the idea. With the later model 235 cu in engine I'm sure it was a lot quicker and more reliable.

Thankyou on the wood graining. The gauges are decals from the kit and they are very nicely done. I wish the picture had turned out a little clearer.

I like your idea, and both models look great.

Beautiful looking. I like how you detailed everything with the different shades of colors, that really adds to the overall look. There is something very satisfying about building a model of your own car.

That Ford "Silver Mocha" was a great looking color. Funny thing is I don't remember ever seeing one that color back in the day, of course that was some time ago.

Even with the kits short comings you mentioned it still looks great. Nice shades of blue inside and out and you did a great job on the trim detailing. The interior issue may come from the fact that this kit is based on the original annual kit that was offered as both a convertible or a hardtop.