Skoda Fabia WRC S2000

[PatW]

This is the Belkits version of this WRC rallycar. A very detailed kit with PE parts and Skoda factory decals. One problem was the top of the rollcage being twisted, so fit the sides onto the interior tub, and cut the cage behind the first top crossmember allowing the rear half to be sanded to fit, OK done. The rest is straightforward.

I have various clearcoats from three makers, dull/clear and a new one, pearl clear, so I tried it on this build after laying up most of the bodyshell decals. These were Sebastien Ogier's first drive with the VW Group, supporting 'Wings for Life'.

The clearcoat with sparkle..............

There are in the kit bumper mounted night lamps, but they cover decals so I left them off.

 

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Edited September 13, 2017 by PatW

[Brizio]

Nice job! I always was curious about this kit. But it looks pretty nice with a lot of details.

[afx]

Looks great Pat.

[PatW]

Nice job! I always was curious about this kit. But it looks pretty nice with a lot of details.

Thanks Brizio, yes it's a well detailed (tools,two spares, complete interior) kit with no flash, with PE and seatbelt material.

[PatW]

Looks great Pat.

Thanks afx, nice build except as above twisted rollcage.

[Phildaupho]

Fantastic looking rally car from what is obviously a pretty impressive kit.

[espo]

Great detail work on this build. I just never seem to get to see enough of the WRC action.  

[PatW]

Thanks guys, yes as an ex race and rally marshall I'm still keen to watch the rallies on TV and try and find the kits to build.

[DumpyDan]

Nicely done Patrick.

[PatW]

Cheers Dan, now I'm looking forward to building the Belkits VW Polo WRC kit!