jdcar32 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 So this old tool kit offered some challenges ! The wonky AMT hood and door hinges were upgraded. The trunk was opened. After detailing the engine I found that it didn't fit well but a little carving remedied that. The stock seats weren't right so they were widened. Console switch gear and dash knobs added. Window garnish moldings and an acetate windshield fitted because the kit windshield was too small. After the bumpers and headlight rims were smoothed they needed re-chrome. I don't have an air brush so Rustoleum Bright Chrome paint was applied, it looks OK. Most of the engine compartment accessories and wipers were scratch built and stretched sprue wiring was added. The chassis was detailed, new sway bars front and rear, e-brake lines, and the floorpan was finished to resemble raw fiberglass, like early Corvettes. The paint is Tamiya Competition White. I like the factory optional Halibrand wheels supplied in the Round 2 repop kit so those were added. Had to have that beautiful swan neck mirror so I fabbed one. Finally, clear/red lenses were added all around. 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatz4u Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 nice job on a difficult kit, well done 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Darby Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 (edited) I'm going to pop the seal on this thread and say all that extra effort really paid off. The paint detail work really wakes/breaks up the molded parts. Beautiful build with super nice detail. I love it! Edited July 2, 2023 by Dave Darby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckyg1 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Really well done. The under carriage and engine compartment detail are outstanding. Cleanly built. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mittagskind Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Very rich in details, great work in this scale. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgbdriver Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Nice work! One of my favorite cars.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Absolutely stunning. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Beautiful looking Avanti with great attention to detail on the engine and chassis. The interior is very realistic looking. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyK Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Great detail and great job on the model! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanL Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Nice work on this old model... I believe this is the first model I ever built when I was 8 years old... yours looks much better than mine did Cheers 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Very, very nice ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Great work upgrading that ancient kit! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisc63 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Your added details really make this build next-level stuff. The chassis and engine bay are especially attractive. Favorite bit: the shift linkages! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Excellent build of a very cool car. Very nice detailing, clean work, and great colour choices. Love the wheel choice, too. Love it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomicholiday Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Really nice. Excellent build quality.👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Excellent work! The upgrades and details make all the difference. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 It looks fantastic 👍🏻👍🏻 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 very nice build 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cifenet Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 I really like what you have done here! Excellent skill displayed as well! Bravo! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYHARRY Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Great work Jon. You can spend some time looking at this as it has so many details. I especially like the vehicle ID plate on the inner fender and those windscreen wipers. Very well done. Cheers, David. 😎👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Not my cup of tea as a subject, but you've done a beautiful job on the build. Your foil work and details look great and the detail painting add just the right touches. Nice job. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H.A.K Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Great details. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss2000 Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Beautiful! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted July 4, 2023 Share Posted July 4, 2023 Outstanding! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kah puts Posted July 4, 2023 Share Posted July 4, 2023 That’s a bingo 🍺 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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