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Best part , is there isnt a man or women alive thats a die hard gear head that isnt familiar with that car . Regardless of said persons brand loyalty. But oh what a view to behold. So in reality, just about ANY version of the car is ok with me, Except an EV version
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The ULTIMATE version that car has to be as it appeared in Hollywood Knights. With Michelle Pheiffer in the seats .. Oh yeah
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I have a couple of these to do someday. No rush as I have a couple original issues built from years ago So looking forward to how this turns out
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WOW !!!!!
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Myself it all depends on the type of paint Im using. If its straight old fashion Model enamels. I'll clean and spray right on bare plastic. Pretty much anything else. Primer first , Typically I use Duplicolor primer sprayed right out of the rattle can To be honest, I use a lot of Duplicolor rattle can paints as well , I dont own an airbrush
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They made the pieces for me to convert a 67 GTX to a 1966 Satellite. Not the fastest Ive ever dealt with. But the parts look very very nice
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71 Challenger R/T. anyone know of a kit?
gtx6970 replied to Tim H's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
I bought a resin conversion to convert an AMT 70 to a 71 several years ago. To be 100% honest, Im not sure who I got it from though. Thats been a while The pieces came so warped and so thin. There was no way to save them. I dropped them in the trash and went looking for a decent builder original MPC kit -
I used to dabble in dealer promos. The best rule to follow is the older it is , the more valuable it can be. Not necessarily will be in every case . Also, Convertibles can / usually bring more than hardtops , Again not written in stone. This is where colors condition and boxes come into play. Ebay sold sales can be an excellent place to look. But use it as a guide not a bible. Some cars sell for more can be simply the right person at right time was looking for that particular car in that particular color Dont put a lot of value is non sold cars with big asking prices. Ive seen some cars sit for years and not sell because its been priced so far out of line. They are simply looking for a buyer who has an attachment to a particular car / color etc etc
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I should clarify a bit. Im not knocking anyone trying to run a self employed business, Hell I had my own for about 7 years . Never got busy enough to hire help. But stayed busy enough to keep me going until bldg rent just got out of hand and I walked away. Moved across country less than a year later. I had a decal custom made that no one else makes , Time from my initial inquiry to finished product was about 2 - 1/2 maybe 3 months. And I was ok with that. As I didn't pay for anything until I approved the copy. From that point to delivery was about 2 or 3 weeks
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Im sorry for any ones loss . But I aint waiting 5 months with virtually zero response for anything I order I realize the modeling cottage industry isnt a huge money business. But as a seller communication is key Im willing to wait a reasonable time to receive a custom order item. But 5 - 6 months isnt reasonable IMO
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What is your Favourite Classic Car?
gtx6970 replied to Falcon Ranchero's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
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Marvel's Hydra coupe 1/12 scale full scratch build
gtx6970 replied to François's topic in WIP: Model Cars
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What is your Favourite Classic Car?
gtx6970 replied to Falcon Ranchero's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
No way could I nail it o down to one single car . These could all fit comfortably in my dream garage Ferrari GTO Ford GT40 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni and Falaschi Cabriolet ( or similar ) 1961 Chrysler 300 , conv preferred please And, Im quite fond of my current car , 1966 Plymouth Satellite , Hemi auto And I wouldnt kick a 1970 Coronet RT vert out either -
Johan 1968 Chrysler 300 convertible. The car that almost was
gtx6970 replied to gtx6970's topic in Model Cars
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If you still need them. Pm me address
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I like it. I've got several 30s kits I want to build
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Why do you model?
gtx6970 replied to Matt Bacon's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
1st and foremost. I'm a gear head and have been since I was old enough to walk and talk. Bought my 1st model car sometime mid 60s I think. I've taken some time away here and there over the years. But for some reason...I always come back to it. Recently retired so I've a lot more free time on my hands. And model Cars are my way of admiring the stuff I enjoy at a much less expense than trying to own multiple vehicles . Not to mention it keeps me busy and makes me work my brain from time to time . I have several hundred kits to get thru while I'm on the green side. I figure I've got enough kits to last me until about 120 years old...give or take. -
Maybe the muscle car era stuff. Takes a hit in value...maybe it doesnt. My girls will be there to scoop up one or two for themselves. ( they are 24 and 27 ) They drive this old hotrod every chance they get. They don't even ask anymore. They just grab the keys and head for the drivers door. Telling me I'm a passenger .......all the time. And I'm loving every minute of it Also... and Hagerty is the one whom suggested I raise the insurance on mine from 75k to 105k two years ago.
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Started off as a red with red int 80s issue Johan friction promo. For an all duplicolor rattle can refresh/ I think it turned out pretty good , IMO of course. Its a replica of a project car I bought about out of a northern KY junkyard ( it had been in a flood ) 15-20 years ago. Lost it in a fire about 10 years ago Any comments good or bad. Im ok with . But it feels good to get one done and in the case after a long hiatis away. It will come back out of the case in the near future to detail the hubcaps and the side spear/vents with some highlighter. Thanks for cking it out
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Paint is polished. Didnt turn out to bad for a rattle can Grill and tail lights detailed BMF work is almost done. Hopefully. Assy tomorrow afternoon