Bills72sj Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 This Monte Carlo was built as a vague recreation of the copper Monte Carlo my dad had when I was a teenager. (Oh the stories that back seat could tell, LOL!) Anyway, this was an open, pre-painted kit I got on ebay. I didn’t like the purple, so I repainted it metallic copper. I usually build my models with the factory “High Performance” option which usually includes a special hood. Unfortunately, Monte Carlos were never offered from the factory with any hood other than flat. However, I learned that PSF Hobbies offers a custom 70 Chevelle Cowl Induction hood for this kit, so I got it. During the build, I had progressed about a third of the way through before discovering that the suspension pieces were missing. Fortunately, members of the DMPCC came through and gave me the missing parts I needed. The kit is surprisingly detailed for an AMT offering. It has details such as separate control arms for the 4-link rear and a complete multi-piece A/C system in the engine compartment. I also added chrome valve covers and air cleaner from my parts box. The gage faces have been decaled from a Keith Marks decal set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 Very sharp Monte!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 Very sharp! I especially like the color and stance--it definitely has the right "attitude." What is the copper paint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayneman Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 Very nice. Clean. Very realistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 That's a great looking Monte Carlo! You did a nice job with it. I have one all primed and ready to paint when I got my winter painting done in September, but I changed my mind on the color. I still can't think of a color, but do intend to do a vinyl top on it for my first attempt at one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Sweet and clean Monte Carlo!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 16 hours ago, Snake45 said: Very sharp! I especially like the color and stance--it definitely has the right "attitude." What is the copper paint? It is a Duplicolor rattle can of automotive paint for a Nissan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 10 hours ago, Dragonhawk1066 said: That's a great looking Monte Carlo! You did a nice job with it. I have one all primed and ready to paint when I got my winter painting done in September, but I changed my mind on the color. I still can't think of a color, but do intend to do a vinyl top on it for my first attempt at one. Here is a detailed body I did for a slot car racer friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grodudulle77 Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Nice model car , i like the brown color with the white interior !?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted December 1, 2019 Share Posted December 1, 2019 On 11/30/2019 at 2:50 AM, Bills72sj said: Here is a detailed body I did for a slot car racer friend. Very nice also! I've always been partial to the Monte Carlo body style! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 Cool builds.....?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 Nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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