Fujimi De Tomaso Pantera GTS

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This is my Fujimi De Tomaso Pantera GTS with a few Studio 27 photo etched parts thrown into the mix. I started this back in 2013, so a 9 year build! Here's the build thread. Sadly, I don't get much building time these days. This is the first model completed in over a year, though my BMW 2002tii is not far off now.

The green paint is a rattle can from Halfords. I can't remember the exact colour, but Ford Java Green seems to ring a bell. The lower half is just Zero gloss black. The side lettering decals were applied and then Zero 2K clear lacquer over the entire surface. This was supposed to have been a simple build straight out of the box, but I ended up making a few little modifications.

1.  Front and rear grills were cut out and replaced with PE parts.

2.  Door handles were made from plastic sheet

3.  The kit windscreen was re-shaped from the inside. Still not perfect.

4.  Side marker trim removed (because I lost one of them)

5.  Side glass replaced with thinner acetate sheet and rolled down door glass.

6.  Exhaust trims replaced with aluminium tube.

So, here's the end result. I did rush it a little towards the end just to get it off the work bench. I'm just glad to call this one done.  I hope you like it. Comments and criticisms are welcome.

 

This final image shows how I managed to get better more even light than normal for December. Snow is great for reflecting light.

[SpikeSchumacher]

That is a thing of beauty Sonny, and a true classic!

Cheers

[Gramps46]

I am very impressed with your Pantera. Thank you for posting the photos.

Edited December 18, 2022 by Gramps46

[jaymcminn]

I've never seen one of these that looked "right" when built up until now. Beautiful work!

[bbowser]

Great color, love the rolled down windows.

[iamsuperdan]

That looks great!

[Ace-Garageguy]

Yes indeed, she looks great. Those exhaust tips really enhance the realism from the rear view too.

Far as the real cars go, with moderately upgraded brakes, cooling, rubber, and electrics (and a few more esoteric things like real rust protection and replacing the rear hub ball bearings with tapered rollers), they can be extremely reliable and as fast as any sane person could need on the street.  

[Rich Chernosky]

Nice job Sonny...I even like the color. You should build some more, enjoyed this one. 

[Beamerman]

Really nice...great color!

[crazyjim]

Awesome build.

[Hi-Po]

Beautifully done!  I like it.

[1959scudetto]

Though I've read different opinions about this kit, you made it look exceptionally well, Sonny! The exhaust tips - excellent!

Now I also want to have one for my collection!

[Bill Mc]

Wow, that looks sharp!  Real talent there.  Keep building!

[Spottedlaurel]

Wonderful work Sonny, it looks fantastic. Excellent detailing and the colour looks right for a '70s car.

[70 Sting]

Excellent additions and mods on your build. The windshield in this kit is dog poo but you’ve handled very well. ?

[vamach1]

Very nice build and no problem with taking your time - well worth it given the final result.  I have built a few Pantera kits with more still in the boxes.  I passed on the Fujumi kits as they did not seem to be that different from earlier variations and pretty pricey for a curbside kit.

[Dragonhawk1066]

Very nice Pantera, well done!

[afx]

Excellent.

[Rocking Rodney Rat]

Super clean build. Beautiful paint! -RRR

[Dragline]

I have never been a big green guy but that particular shade is a particularly good one.

Very nice build with the right upgrades.

[charger74]

It looks great, i really like the color 

[Dave Armstrong]

That's just beautiful- love it!

[ChrisR]

Looks great!

[slusher]

Looks fantastic,  perfect color choice!

[Justin Porter]

Really pleased this was finished and finished to a nice high standard.