StevenGuthmiller Posted October 4, 2015 Posted October 4, 2015 (edited) Well, after taking me nearly twice as long as my typical build, I've finally finished the '61 Buick. Not exactly sure why it took so long. I seemed to take longer breaks during the build than usual. I'll have to see if I can correct that on the next one! Any way, here's a list of mods that I made on this one. I immediately removed the front "screw posts" from the radiator brace! I just can't stand the look of them anymore & that's usually the first change I make on these old screw chassis annuals. I pretty much stuck with the original nail head engine straight from the box with a little added plumbing & wiring. A few of the added engine bay details included hood latch details, fender brace bars & a scratch made vacuum tank. On the inside, I added embossing powder carpet, resin cast door & window crank handles as well as a scratch built rear view mirror & dash clock. & then there's that time consuming upholstery pattern done with paint & lots of masking tape. On the outside, all of the chrome has been replated, the glass tinted & a resin cast mirror & scratch built antenna added. I also used a set of the AMT "Firestone Deluxe" tires which I have become convinced are much closer to 1/24th than 1/25th scale. They always seem to look a little too big to me. That aside, I'm fairly happy with the end result. Now on to the next project. This one a '62 Ford Sunliner. Thanks for pushing me along on this project guys! I appreciate it! Steve Edited April 26, 2018 by StevenGuthmiller
wayne swayze Posted October 4, 2015 Posted October 4, 2015 Absolutely beautiful! Love the cowl treatment and the big 'ol whitewalls really finish it off!
Tom Geiger Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Very nice work overall. Aside from that fantastic interior you also did some magic under the hood. There wasn't a lot there to start with!
Crusader101 Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Superb job! An absolute masterpiece.If my '61 can come out half as nice I'll be happy.
Helix Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Stunning build Steve, nice colour choice and the details are just perfect, well done mate !
StevenGuthmiller Posted October 5, 2015 Author Posted October 5, 2015 Thanks a bunch guys! I appreciate the nice comments! As I've said before, nothing motivates for the next build like good reviews on the last one. Thank you! Steve
Ramfins59 Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Wow Steven, that looks fantastic. I love everything about it...... the 2-tone color scheme, the engine compartment details, and especially the spectacular interior. Ya done good my friend.
Curt Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Beautiful job, Steve. I really enjoy following along with your builds - you are an inspiration to those of us that like showroom stock models. keep 'em coming!
Sixties Sam Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Beautiful model! I like the two-tone paint, and the interior is killer! Great work!Sam
Speedfreak Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Great build Steve! That blue on the insets is just beautiful, what is that?
StevenGuthmiller Posted October 5, 2015 Author Posted October 5, 2015 Thanks so much guys! Great build Steve! That blue on the insets is just beautiful, what is that?The blue on the sides, the lower dash & steering wheel is a '69 GM color called "Azure Turquoise".It looks a little more "blue" in the photos than turquoise.I may try to get some better photos over the next few days. Steve
peekay Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 That is a really beautiful model car!!!Steve, as I've said in my own WIP, your models are an inspiration to me and I'm sure to many others too. Looking forward to the next one.
disabled modeler Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 As usual another stunner Steve...just beautiful...
RandyB. Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Wow, fantastic looking build Steve. Looks absolutely amazing and very 1:1 looking! Great job!
donb Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Wow, fantastic looking build Steve. Looks absolutely amazing and very 1:1 looking! Great job!X2!
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