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I thought that I would post some build pics to break up the banter lol . It`s just a mock-up, but it gives you an idea of what it will look like finished.

Almost done! I'ts looking good too

Amazing work. This build has better paint than the Hot Rods at my local Speed Shop!

If your valve covers are any indication, working in 1:24 scale won't be much of an issue for your skills. Dam good work so far!

All car brands have their flagships and disasters. I used to wave the GM flag when I was younger, then I had a couple of lemons from the general that changed my mind. My grandfather worked at the local GM assembly plant for 30+ years and refused to buy a GM with his employee discount! As for Ford, there wasn't a single model that I would even consider buying until 5 years ago when Ford cleaned up their act in the quality departmetn. Most Ford owners that I know spent more time working or fixing their rides than driving them. A few years from now, I'm sure that things will change again. Just look at Hyundai!

Nice eye! I made that from some styrofoam pulled from my recycling box on garbage day

Nah, it's just a POS curbside kit> lacks engine and chassis details. Rather than scratch build alot of detail on this one, I'll go all out on my next entry

Thanks for the feedback guys! Paint & brush lol. I started wit Testor's "Rust" color as a base coat, then dry brushed brown on top of than. Sometimes the results are fantastic, others so so.

This is my tribute build to one of the coolest Cobras ever made. It is also my contribution to the Carroll Shelby tribute community build (http://www.modelcars...showtopic=58242). The kit and decals are from an old Revell/Monogram kit from the early '90's. It was dificult to recreate the 1:1 car becasue almost every reference pic I found differred slightly from one to another. I assume that is because stories about the car say that it was raced hard and was in need of heavy repair between races. The same stories would say that the car was often repaired with parts from other totalled Cobras and it wasn't uncommon to see this car with a 289 Cobra body. Some reference material for comparison: http://www.thecarsou...ssexcobra.shtml http://thegarageblog...sx-3009-begins/ http://www.legendary...y_Cobra_Racecar < a very cool and documented 1:1 build tribute to the Essex Wire Cobra using authentic Shelby parts in vintage racing Some teaser pics with more to be posted soon:

Status update: Almost there......

Some teaser pics of my build progress...

This build keeps getting better and better! It reminds me of a RWB car. Some inspiration to keep the creativity flowing: http://www.speedhunters.com/2012/07/road-to-idlers-12h-race/

Looiking good. This thing is going to be a beast when it's finished!

My Porsche build is just the first. I have a second Top Secret build in mind for my second entry

They don't all buld up this nice . The '71 'Cuda is one of my all time favorite cars and I've built a few of them in my time. None of them ever turned this nice. Usually this kit specifically has alignment issues, bad casting lines, and/or heavy flash. But thats just my experience. Hey Roger, you did a great job! I know how hard it can be to makke this kit look realistic, but I think you nailed this one!

..and the trash talking starts.......

Here is my entry: '70's Porsche Carrera Why this car: Obviously corner carving shouldn't be a problem with a Porsche! Straght line performacne shouldn't be too bad either agains Muscle cars. About this kit: This is a vintage kit that is over 25 years old that I had laying around. Unfortunately it is a curbside (I didn't even know that Monogram made those ), and it has less than 50 peices to assemble. This means that detail is lacking and I will be focusing on wheels/stance/paint.

Dam! Thats some nice work there. Can't wait to see the final product.

Hey Eric, this thing is crazy. It`s not the direction that I thought you were headed in, but it looks awesome all the same. Keep up the good work!

This is a great idea! I just finished playing this NFS game and I'm all hyped up about this . I'll make sure to have a contribution to one of my next builds.

Hmmm..... They look like they belong on some sort of Bronco or Ranger. Perhaps one of our experts can confirm?

I love this idea. Anyone who's ever rode in a Geo Storm knows that therer isn't enogh room for two adults, let alone a V8 conversion . I look forward to seing more as I love the originality of this build and had no idea a Geo kit even existed.

Yup. That would be the one. I searched high and low for the Monogram Essex Wire kit and found one on Ebay factory sealed for $5+Shipping just before the passing of Corrol Shelby. Good luck findinding this kit in the same condition now for that price. So far, the results aren't too bad for a 20+ year decals.

I think this meand Out Of Box? Either that or he's asking if this is going to be scarry.

STATUS UPDATE: Moving Along.....