happy grumpy Posted February 28, 2023 Posted February 28, 2023 Another kit I build years ago that got lost when we had to sell the house. I bought the new re-issue and built it straight from the box. Paint is a custom mix of Tamiya acrylics top coated with TS 13. When I was about 10 years old. A neighbor had a 49 ford that looked pretty much like this. Of course it was a bit worn down and the color was faded but it was close to this. This particular build brings good memories of that time. This guy was so funny he made us laugh and took us for rides. As always, thanks for looking. 8
Joe Nunes Posted February 28, 2023 Posted February 28, 2023 One of my favorite cars wearing a nice color choice. Glad you were able to build this model and enjoy the memories, too. Well done! ? Joe 1
ve safari Posted February 28, 2023 Posted February 28, 2023 Nailed it, both the model and photographically. 1
Zippi Posted February 28, 2023 Posted February 28, 2023 What a good lookng Shoebox Ford. That color is close to what I'm painting my GTO Super Stocker. Fits right in with the old building. Nice work Mario. 1
charlie8575 Posted February 28, 2023 Posted February 28, 2023 Nice build. I really like the backdrop you've done, too. Charlie Larkin 1
TooOld Posted March 1, 2023 Posted March 1, 2023 Excellent job Mario , what a great color and tribute to your neighbor ! 1
mustang1989 Posted March 1, 2023 Posted March 1, 2023 I can't get over how good this looks. Such a fabulous looking build with that out of ordinary color and shine!! WOW!!! 1
happy grumpy Posted March 1, 2023 Author Posted March 1, 2023 Thank you all for your kind words. I appreciate it.
slusher Posted March 2, 2023 Posted March 2, 2023 Looks Fantastic! I have a Krylon short cut about that color.. 1
espo Posted March 2, 2023 Posted March 2, 2023 Beautiful looking paint color and finish. All the trim is cleanly done. Like you this kit and the subject brings back many fond memories. While antiquated by todays standards this still builds into a great looking model. I have one on the bench now. As a child I went with my father to pick up a new '49 Ford four door from the Ford dealer. As a young somewhat adult, I have owned a few that never looked this nice. I had a couple of '51's that I really enjoyed driving. 1
SpikeSchumacher Posted March 2, 2023 Posted March 2, 2023 Nice clean build Mario ? I'm not sure if anyone's ever asked this, but where did you source the background from? Cheers
happy grumpy Posted March 2, 2023 Author Posted March 2, 2023 39 minutes ago, SpikeSchumacher said: Nice clean build Mario ? I'm not sure if anyone's ever asked this, but where did you source the background from? Cheers Thanks Mathias. I have different backgrounds that I use for photoshoots, I have a garage, an indoor setting as an old building, an outdoor modern building, a back alley that was used for this model and a European namely French street that I will post eventually. All my backgrounds are scratch build . The back alley was done using hi-density Styrofoam and evergreen styrene. The garbage container, old drum and electrical boxes are also scratch built.
kjohan Posted March 3, 2023 Posted March 3, 2023 Perfectly catching the car and the environment. Tip my hat 1
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