papajohn97 Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 (edited) This AWB A/FX - Match Racer was built using the Revell 1/25 '65 Chevelle Z-16 SS 396 kit with a variety of spare parts from my spares box and after market items. This is the first build I've done where I relocated both front and rear wheel wells (both moved forward 7" (.28" at 1/25 scale) which was a lot more work than I anticipated both in cleaning up the body and making a bunch of corresponding changes to the chassis/ engine mounts/ drive shaft/ etc. It was a "scale modeling learning experience" that tested my patience and motivation at times...I look forward to a simple OOB build for my next project! Build details are described over in the WIP - Drag section. Cheers, John Edited June 2, 2023 by papajohn97 Corrected scale note (1/25) 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott8950 Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Absolutely beautiful! This is the best build I've seen of this car. Very nice job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M W Elky Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 This is truly amazing work with a incredible amount of detail. It makes me wish I had taken more time on the one I built to move the front wheels forward. That shade of custom mixed orange/red looks spot on as does the blue interior color. The injection on the big block is really well done, and you have the just right all important stance. A great example of the fastest Chevrolet on planet Earth in 1965 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisc63 Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Most impressive build, but it's TOO clean for a race car! Throw some rubber on those lower quarters! Seriously, this is exemplary model building, and your photography is top notch. Congrats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Your learning experience was worth it, great build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan Dan Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 That's gorgeous! Your attention to detail is outstanding. As well as the paint and lettering. Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyglue Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Cool build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Enjoyed watching this one come together - nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Great looking 65 Chevelle Drag car. That business end looks killer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altered Ego Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 This is truly an amazing build. I had been following along on the WIP page. The accuracy and workmanship are simply incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larman Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Outstanding work! Stance and details are spot on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catpack68 Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Very nice work John!👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Very realistic John. Great job👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemifever Posted June 3, 2023 Share Posted June 3, 2023 Great build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobo2me Posted June 3, 2023 Share Posted June 3, 2023 Exceptional! Very clean highly detailed build. well done!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swinger 340 Posted June 4, 2023 Share Posted June 4, 2023 Very nice build. An exceptional attention to detail and excellent job on the two tone paint job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metaldrumm Posted June 4, 2023 Share Posted June 4, 2023 Very nice build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
echo Posted June 4, 2023 Share Posted June 4, 2023 Excellent build on an iconic car. I have been building models since the middle of the last century and remember as a teenager when these cars were cutting edge. A friend and I were making altered wheelbase model cars as you have done mainly because there weren't any available by the model manufacturers, just moving the wheelbase on the body was only the beginning, then as you have experienced the interior tub and chassis has to be dealt with. Fun stuff. I was so pleased when Moeibus had a production kit of the Plymouth AWB car and am looking forward to the release of the AWB Coronet, sadly my friend who built AWB model cars won't see it as he passed. There is a great story of a match race between this car and the Ramchargers '65 AWB Coronet on the web, possibly from the book "We Were the Ramchargers". I may attempt a build of this car but will start with the recently re-released AMT/Round 2 '65 Chevelle AWB kit. Beautiful build, so many nice details on the car, you should be proud of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papajohn97 Posted June 6, 2023 Author Share Posted June 6, 2023 Thank you all for the kind comments and compliments, makes me want to keep building and posting more of these legendary door slammers. Hoping to start a B/FX version of the Moebius ‘65 Comet that I can post here in the near future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Thorne Posted June 6, 2023 Share Posted June 6, 2023 Many thanks for posting these excellent pics here and in the WIP section. A LOT of work and patience shown here. I had the privilege of watching these cars run in the 60’s. An outstanding representation of this car. I am surprised that there were no traction bars on this car, just the stock sway bar. Great job and keep ‘em coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogger44 Posted June 6, 2023 Share Posted June 6, 2023 Oh man is that ever nice! Beautiful execution on all the mods & details. You really knocked it outta the park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 Beautiful 65 Chevelle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrobarry Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 Great build! Sits nice to. Spot on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 Excellent rendition of this most beautiful race car. I have attempted the "awb" on a couple of builds with somewhat limited success, however your effort is spotless. Overall a very clean build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.