1965 Lincoln Continental Hardtop Promo

[Againmikewins]

I got lucky and scored one of these off eBay for a decent price. The chrome is in terrible shape and it's missing a tail light. Thankfully I've got 3 of the convertible version of this kit laying around and can get what I need for it. 

I bought this with the intention of cutting the hood out of the body to reveal the engine compartment. I'm going to completely swap the promo chassis/engine plate for one of my kit chassis. 

The more I think about this, the worse of an idea I think it is. 

What would you do?

[StevenGuthmiller]

I wouldn't have any problems with doing what you're talking about.

Of course, I'm a builder, not a promo collector.

I have no sentiment for promos.

To me they're just another opportunity for a building subject.

 

Steve

[Sledsel]

I have done the conversion from promo to kit without many issues. Only real issue I ran into was the body of the promo is thicker usually and I had some fitment issues. extra trimming, sanding, fitting. Well, long story short, now I just try to be sure my finish and detail is better than some other builds so they stand out a bit and leave them as promo style.

[StevenGuthmiller]

I have done the conversion from promo to kit without many issues. Only real issue I ran into was the body of the promo is thicker usually and I had some fitment issues. extra trimming, sanding, fitting. Well, long story short, now I just try to be sure my finish and detail is better than some other builds so they stand out a bit and leave them as promo style.

I guess I agree.

Nothing wrong with a nice curbside build.

I do a lot of them.

 

Steve

[espo]

You have a very nice looking Promo that you might want to think about preserving. I understand your desire to have a model with an engine and chassis detail. If it fits your budget and if you can find one, AMT had a Continental kit that has a chassis and engine and even offered an option of a wagon conversion. I know they are still out there as I see them at swap meets every year. Either way you have a Promo that is in better condition than you would usually find.  

[Bob Ellis]

I would cut the hood open. Not that rare or valuable.

Have fun.

[ChrisBcritter]

It's probably less work than what I'm doing - transplanting a good roof from a damaged '64 sedan body onto a '65 convertible; but it will be a challenge to cut that hood open cleanly (I'd use a the tip of an X-acto blade to deepen the groove a little, then a photoetch saw) and hinge it properly so it doesn't bang into the hood ornament.

[Porscheman]

I did restored mine as a replica stock. After taking other guys who collect Lincolns models, the hardtop is a very rare promo.

Hope this helps.

Al

 

Edited October 22, 2015 by Porscheman

[Eric Macleod]

I have seen a resin sedan version of this our in ebay land more than once.  Buy one of those and convert a convertible into a sedan that way.  Just my opinion. 

[Crusader101]

Love my promo collection, especially my 60's era Lincolns.

I enjoy restoring old broken promos back to their original state....oh that reminds me, gotta get another Modelhaus order in.

 

[disabled modeler]

I love promos and restoring them to the original condition...always looking for more for my collection of them.

If I find ones that are too damaged to restore they become model projects or parts to save another promo someday.

[High octane]

Hmmmm, I have one of those convertible kits and also a resin hardtop body for a future project, just don't really know when I'd get to it.

[Againmikewins]

Hmmmm, I have one of those convertible kits and also a resin hardtop body for a future project, just don't really know when I'd get to it.

if you wanna get rid of it, I'm your guy!