Custom 1970’s Era Dune Buggy

[1964 Impala]

Recently I realized that I had some other left over components from long dead models that could be put to hood use. What better way than to make a completely different looking dune buggy out of their remains. Here’s what I’ve got so far, it looks like a mess at the moment but I’m pretty sure I can shape it into something respectable. I think I just may have some metallic green left over from when grandpa painted cars in the 1970s that would suit this perfectly. Can anyone tell what parts were used in this thing?

Thanks,

TR

 

[Oldcarfan27]

Well, I see Myers Manx rear clip and front fenders. 53 Corvette headlight areas installed upside down and rear pan in the, well...rear.

Not sure of the cockpit area, maybe from an ancient XR6?

[1964 Impala]

Right you are on all accounts and the cockpit section is made from the surf woody. Untold amounts or filler and careful sanding later this is what we’re left with. Not too bad, I’ll finalize it and get the base coat on. 
 

Thanks,

TR

[MeatMan]

You cleaned it up well. I for one didn't see that in the initial mess. ?

I did notice that its a front engine buggy, which was quite rare.

Edited August 23, 2022 by MeatMan

[1964 Impala]

Well as it turns out green metallic paint works wonders. It turned out a lot better looking than I thought it would. Body and interior is now complete suspension work will follow suit. The engine is a 348/409 with the wild supercharger setup I never though I’d use. The styling now reminds me of that found on old hot wheels cars. 

Thanks,

TR

 

[Just Jim]

That's just cool. You have great vision. Unfortunately for me when I look at a pile of parts all I see is a pile of parts ?

[1964 Impala]

I just start with no vision in mind and am usually more than happy with the results. This thing looked very different in my mind before I started.

 

Thanks,

TR

[slusher]

Very nice color and good looking engine!