Monogram ‘30 Packard Phaeton

[papajohn97]

After visiting the Nethercutt Museum in Sylmar, CA a few weeks ago, I got inspired to build one of these old 1/24 Monogram classic car kits from the ‘70’s. Despite lacking the crisp detail of more recent kits, I must say this one went together really nicely, looks relatively realistic proportion-wise and was fun to add a few details to the engine. The chromed wire wheels that came with most of these kits scream “toy” to my eyes so I think painting them (to look like many of the actual 1:1 restored cars) really helps. Anyways, a nice break from building drag cars and so much fun to paint and assemble, I’ve picked up a few more from this series to do in the near future. Cheers, John

[Yeah Nah]

Now THAT is one gorgeous Packard. Beautiful job!

[StevenGuthmiller]

The color combo is over the top!

But there’s no question that it works.

A real attention grabber!!

 

 

 

Steve

[karbuildr]

Beautiful build. I really like the color combo and all the details. I agree the wire wheels look much better painted.

[Phirewriter]

Nice!! ??

[Ace-Garageguy]

Really really pretty.   

[Richard Bartrop]

Nicely done, and a coat of paint makes a world of difference on those wheels

 

[Hoffman]

Super clean build! Very nice, John. ? And the Nethercutt is a VERY inspirational place. I've spent some time there over the years. Always thoroughly enjoy it.

[Dan Hay]

That’s sharp! I’ve got a Jo-Han 31 Cad that this build makes me want to build.

[happy grumpy]

Absolute beauty. The color is spot on and the engine details are awesome. I love the old monogram classic series, I wish I had them all.

[Slotto]

Nice build. I dig the red wires.

[Kah puts]

That’s a bingo ?

[spencer1984]

Beautiful job on this, the painted spokes look far better than the chrome ones ever could!

[Nacho Z]

Outstanding!  I would have never thought of that color combo but it looks so good together.  Nice job, John!

[Hard_2_Handle_454]

Beautiful.  Love the colors!

[bondo bill]

very nice

[Rattlecan Dan]

Great job! I know how difficult it is to keep the build so very nice and clean. Great paint, great detail.

[ChrisR]

Looks great!

[Classicgas]

Absolutely gorgeous.

[baycolony]

Love it.  You did a splendid job on this old kit!

[papajohn97]

Thank you guys for all the nice comments! 

11 hours ago, Dan Hay said:

I’ve got a Jo-Han 31 Cad that this build makes me want to build.

I’ve been shopping online for more of these Monogram classic kits and thinking about picking up the Jo-Han Caddies as well. I’ve read that these classic car kits never sold well compared to other car kits so I’m surprised that they are so plentifully after 50 -60 years and most are still available in the $25 - $40 range. Another reason to buy and build more of this genre!

Edited November 14, 2023 by papajohn97
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[rrb124@sbcglobal.net]

So much to see on this model. Super build. Wish I could find the headlights to add to one of my hot rod 32 Ford builds. The large lights are a real focal point.

[peter31a]

Beautiful build of the Packard! Love the colour combination.

[jjsipes]

Very nice

[NOBLNG]

That is a gorgeous model of a gorgeous car!??