Who doesn't love a mock-up? Let's see yours!

[FoMoCo66]

Here's mine, going for a mild 60s custom. Gonna be gold with white accents. And of course its gonna have a tuck and roll interior. The wheels are from the revell 64 Thunderbolt and the rear tires are amt parts pack m&h racemasters.

It was inspired by this car I saw at a goodguys show.

Edited July 1 by FoMoCo66

[Big John]

Thee last survivor of my miss spent youth... a seriously chopped T Bird, most of an Allison v12 and one wheel/tire on an I beam axle.

[KC FitiWerks]

Getting That "Unicorn" Kit

Some kits are just plastic and instructions. Others are history, heart, and time travel.

Back in 1977, I was ten years old—bright-eyed, glue on my fingers, and too impatient for paint. My first kit ever. Straight from the box: no modifications, no weathering, just decals and raw enthusiasm. It ended up as a Fourth of July firecracker of a build. Flashy, chaotic, unforgettable... and, if I'm honest, a source of regret for the next 48 years.

That kit was my introduction to the hobby, a spark that turned into a lifelong passion. I never forgot it. I chased it like a ghost, always hoping one day it’d reappear—not just as a model, but as a second chance.

Then it happened.

At the Heartland Model Car Nationals, surrounded by craftsmanship and community, there it was. My unicorn. The same kit I built as a kid, waiting for a proper welcome into the present.

This time, it won’t be just glue and decals. It’ll be everything I’ve learned since—precision, creativity, evolution. A tribute to beginnings, growth, and the wild journey in between.

To new beginnings... and to finally doing it right.

[89AKurt]

⏫ That enthusiasm, keep rolling with it!  I built another kit of that mold, kitbashed with a GMC General semi truck for a cab.  Used the chassis for a custom body van, it's in my junkyard.  I was surprised that Dodge vans are raced on circuit tracks in Japan, so is that the goal?

[KC FitiWerks]

7 hours ago, 89AKurt said:

⏫ That enthusiasm, keep rolling with it!  I built another kit of that mold, kitbashed with a GMC General semi truck for a cab.  Used the chassis for a custom body van, it's in my junkyard.  I was surprised that Dodge vans are raced on circuit tracks in Japan, so is that the goal?

 

7 hours ago, 89AKurt said:

⏫ That enthusiasm, keep rolling with it!  I built another kit of that mold, kitbashed with a GMC General semi truck for a cab.  Used the chassis for a custom body van, it's in my junkyard.  I was surprised that Dodge vans are raced on circuit tracks in Japan, so is that the goal?

Not sure yet. It might be a diorama. I have the "Kiss" band figures. Thought I might print them 1/25th scale and display them with the van with speakers in the base and play Destroyer album. Who knows where this will go?!

[Chevy II]

Pro streeting AMT ‘60 Corvette. 
Plan to paint bright yellow & add supercharged SBC. 

[OldNYJim]

On 7/7/2025 at 10:30 PM, KC FitiWerks said:

 

 

Getting That "Unicorn" Kit

Some kits are just plastic and instructions. Others are history, heart, and time travel.

Back in 1977, I was ten years old—bright-eyed, glue on my fingers, and too impatient for paint. My first kit ever. Straight from the box: no modifications, no weathering, just decals and raw enthusiasm. It ended up as a Fourth of July firecracker of a build. Flashy, chaotic, unforgettable... and, if I'm honest, a source of regret for the next 48 years.

That kit was my introduction to the hobby, a spark that turned into a lifelong passion. I never forgot it. I chased it like a ghost, always hoping one day it’d reappear—not just as a model, but as a second chance.

Then it happened.

At the Heartland Model Car Nationals, surrounded by craftsmanship and community, there it was. My unicorn. The same kit I built as a kid, waiting for a proper welcome into the present.

This time, it won’t be just glue and decals. It’ll be everything I’ve learned since—precision, creativity, evolution. A tribute to beginnings, growth, and the wild journey in between.

To new beginnings... and to finally doing it right.

 

Beautifully put!

[Kit Karson]

'32 Ford Chauffeur Driven Town Sedan -KK

[Cool Hand]

New wheels for build.

 

[Kit Karson]

'33 3W Koupe & '32 Town Car

[Big John]

That 33 is SO classic!

[meechum68]

On 7/24/2025 at 1:13 PM, Cool Hand said:

New wheels for build.

 

What wheels are those? They are perfect! 

[John B.]

Ken Willaman Challenger 

[Quiet Eric]

My first 3d printed kit, of course there will be some deviations.

[Brudda]

On 6/25/2025 at 8:03 PM, Brudda said:

1964 GTO

[Superbird McMonte]

Who wouldn’t want a Honcho 6x6?😜 Wheels and tires are from a friction toy. They are what inspired this whole build. I plan on painting the truck lime green. Not sure if I will keep the wheels red. Time will tell.

[1959scudetto]

mockup of a reworked, partially built ebay gluebomb: Lola T70 by FROG/amt

[FoMoCo66]

My 63 galaxie, has revell 32 ford torque thrust d wheels. Lowered the front for a bit of rake.

[TopherMcGinnis]

On 7/29/2025 at 11:25 PM, Superbird McMonte said:

Who wouldn’t want a Honcho 6x6?😜 Wheels and tires are from a friction toy. They are what inspired this whole build. I plan on painting the truck lime green. Not sure if I will keep the wheels red. Time will tell.

I would absolutely drive the Honcho out of that truck! I've had 6 Grand Waggies over the years. I Love them!