peekay Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 Many a moon since I last finished a model but I haven't been completely idle. The XK 120 came out about the same time I did and it is still my all-time favourite car design. The kit has its pros and cons but, as you can see, it captures the basic shape really well. I've built it curbside but there is an acceptable engine. I didn't like the kit's wheels and tyres so I used the inner wheels from a Monogram 58 T/Bird, modified to accept the kit's hub caps, and the tyres from a Revell 37 Ford pickup. The windscreen and its glass were tricky to get right. I thinned down the frame a bit and had it (and the other chrome parts) re-chromed. Paint is Tamiya black from a can with Tamiya Purple Red acrylic from a bottle for the interior. Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki
Ace-Garageguy Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 Exquisite work, and a fine illustration that even an "old" and relatively simple kit can become a knockout model if 1) the basic proportions are spot-on, and 2) the builder goes the extra mile to get everything just right. The re-work you did on the windshield frame is a huge improvement (I'm quite familiar with this kit), and the tire substitution gets the look right for what an early car might have been shod with in the pre-radial era. Everything about this model is superb. Most impressive.
Red318 Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 That really looks "period", the interior colour is spot on, I can smell that leather.
iBorg Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 Is this the metal kit? I'll admit I've avoided this kit thinking it wouldn't build up nicely. I was quite wrong. What a lovely model of such a lovely car.
sjordan2 Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 Spectacular job. Your work on the windshield frame is one of those little details that makes a big difference.
landman Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 What an eye pleaser that is. You've given me my smile for today. Revell you say? I have to look into that.
Miatatom Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 (edited) Ditto on all the positive comments. Color choice, finish and attention to detail such as the floor mat part of the floor being a little darker really makes this one stand above. Edited April 22, 2018 by Miatatom
espo Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 Beautiful looking build. Outstanding paint work and the interior is a perfect match. The instruments show well also. The first XK I ever saw was this exact color combination and I have been smitten ever since.
Matt Bacon Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 That really is fabulous. Has there evr been a better profile than that? You can really see why it was a sensation at the 1948 Earl's Court Motor Show, can't you? Since I have one waiting in the stash, I'd love to know a bit more about what you did to the windscreen mounting. I'd need a lot to persuade me away from Appleyard's (local hero...) NUB 120, but not having to vent the bonnet would be a powerful temptation... Awesome, and truly inspirational... best, M.
Silver Foxx Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 A top class build , beautiful paintwork , well done .
donb Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 10 hours ago, bbowser said: That's gorgeous! Great work. Agreed!
Bainford Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 The Jag is gorgeous! You seem to have overcome the fit issues with the bonnet. The windscreen work really pays off. Excellent work. I have this kit on the bench right now. I'm gluing the bonnet shut in an effort to preserve those sexy lines. I'm going to build the engine and display it on a stand beside the car. The work you have done on yours is inspiring.
Lovefordgalaxie Posted April 22, 2018 Posted April 22, 2018 Perfect paint and detail work. A masterpiece, for sure.
Kmb0319 Posted April 23, 2018 Posted April 23, 2018 GORGEOUS!!!!! What a tremendous piece of work on a beautiful subject. Bravo!!!
Eric Macleod Posted April 23, 2018 Posted April 23, 2018 Absolutely fabulous model in every way. If I could build just one this nice...
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