Eldorod and 65 Riviera

rastta · February 25, 2019

My wife got me this kit for Christmas. Was a nice kit, minimal flash and good detailing. Fit wasn't bad either. I tried to replicate the original to the best of my ability - but I can't guarantee that it's accurate. For the body - I used Testors Extreme Lacquer De Ja Blue for the body and interior, Pure Gold for the engine and axle and White Lightning for the roof. Pretty happy with the results for a rattle can, but I should have done an extra clear over the body.

The 65 Riviera was a mixed bag as far as the kit went, it was the AMT kit. The odd thing was that the instructions didn't use the part numbers to assist with the build but rather numbered what pieces should go on in what order. Never seen that before. Considering it could be built one of three ways, it made it difficult to find some of the parts. I went for a stock build. Engine painted Duplicolor Alpine Green - which is a close match for the factory color. I painted the interior a two tone, white and black which I copied from a photo I found online. Body is Testors Black Metallic. The lack of detail on the underside made painting a challenge, but I'm pretty happy with the results. I decided not to chrome the trim on the body as I liked the solid one color.