SMP 1962 Chevrolet Pickup---built from NOS kit

[rsmodels]

I usually post cars but also like pickups so decided to try posting one of them. I built this one from an NOS kit. Nothing fancy, just a simple, plain build of one of my favorite pickups (along with the 60 Fords and Chevys).

The side mirror is held on with a bit of putty. I don't like to drill holes or cement them and often leave them off.  The trim is Bare Metal Foil. I left the engine very simple.

Thank you for taking the time to look. I always appreciate  comments, good or bad,  and am happy to answer any questions.   -Rich

 

 

[oldscool]

Beautiful! Never saw one of these built before.

[Jim B]

Nice looking Chevy.  Plain & simple work truck.  Well done.

[rsmodels]

47 minutes ago, oldscool said:

Beautiful! Never saw one of these built before.

Thanks Gerald, the 62's don't seem to come up too often. I really like the front end.  -Rich

[1959scudetto]

Very nice pickup, Rich - I have never seen this year's model.

[espo]

With these finishes this looks as good as any new tool pickup kit of today. 

[leafsprings]

Excellent work on this kit!   The attention to details really make his C 10 pop!

[BIGTRUCK]

That has to be the best looking stock early 60s pickup Ive seen. Very nice looking build.

[rsmodels]

5 hours ago, oldscool said:

 

 

4 hours ago, Jim B said:

Nice looking Chevy.  Plain & simple work truck.  Well done.

Thank you James

Edited August 16, 2022 by rsmodels

[rsmodels]

4 hours ago, 1959scudetto said:

Very nice pickup, Rich - I have never seen this year's model.

Thank you Helmut. The 62 is hard to find. -Rich

[rsmodels]

3 hours ago, espo said:

With these finishes this looks as good as any new tool pickup kit of today. 

David, thanks very much. The newer kits may have better undercarriage and engine detail but I think it's hard to beat the accuracy of the original issue bodies.  I build almost exclusively early original issue kits whether cars, trucks, or rods.   -Rich

[rsmodels]

1 hour ago, BIGTRUCK said:

That has to be the best looking stock early 60s pickup Ive seen. Very nice looking build.

I appreciate your kind comment, Ken. I'll post a 60 Ford and 60 Chevrolet pickup when I get around to it.  -Rich

[rsmodels]

3 hours ago, leafsprings said:

Excellent work on this kit!   The attention to details really make his C 10 pop!

Tommy, thank you for your comments.

[Zippi]

Nice looking pickup.  I like the two tone paint.  Great build.  

[rsmodels]

Just now, Zippi said:

Nice looking pickup.  I like the two tone paint.  Great build.  

Thanks Bob.

[Street Rod]

That’s one neat little truck! Great paint and the BMF work is excellent! 

[rsmodels]

2 minutes ago, Street Rod said:

That’s one neat little truck! Great paint and the BMF work is excellent! 

Thank you Doyle, your comments are appreciated. -Rich

[TooOld]

Beautiful truck Rich !  Your trim work and detailing are super nice , very well done !  I understand why you use putty to attach the mirror , I feel the same way . For mirrors -wipers-etc... I always use Detail Tack from Micro Mark , it stays sticky when dry so parts can be repositioned easily .  

The '62 is one of the nicest looking trucks from this era , this kit needs to be reissued . 

[stavanzer]

17 hours ago, oldscool said:

Beautiful! Never saw one of these built before.

Ditto!

[rsmodels]

2 hours ago, TooOld said:

Beautiful truck Rich !  Your trim work and detailing are super nice , very well done !  I understand why you use putty to attach the mirror , I feel the same way . For mirrors -wipers-etc... I always use Detail Tack from Micro Mark , it stays sticky when dry so parts can be repositioned easily .  

The '62 is one of the nicest looking trucks from this era , this kit needs to be reissued . 

Thanks for your comments Bob. I've had people say I should use mirrors, antennas, etc. I have plenty and do put them on some models, but leave them off most of my builds. I can always add them later.  Most of the models I build are 50's and 60's cars and the radio, mirror, heater, backup lights, etc. were options and many cars didn't have them. It took me a long time to find a mirror for my 1:1 61 Chrysler, for instance.

For years I've used Mortite to attach mirrors, etc. It stays sticky too so mirrors, etc. can be removed and put back.

I agree, the 62 Chevrolet pickup is one of my favorites. I really like the grille and side trim.  -Rich

[crazyjim]

Very nice.

[ChrisR]

Awesome!

[Dominik]

beautiful truck!

[thatz4u]

nicely done...

[PappyD340]

Very nice!