papajohn97 Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 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 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeah Nah Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Now THAT is one gorgeous Packard. Beautiful job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 The color combo is over the top! But there’s no question that it works. A real attention grabber!! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karbuildr Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Beautiful build. I really like the color combo and all the details. I agree the wire wheels look much better painted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phirewriter Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Nice!! 👍👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Really really pretty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Bartrop Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Nicely done, and a coat of paint makes a world of difference on those wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoffman Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Hay Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 That’s sharp! I’ve got a Jo-Han 31 Cad that this build makes me want to build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy grumpy Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Nice build. I dig the red wires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kah puts Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 That’s a bingo 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer1984 Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Beautiful job on this, the painted spokes look far better than the chrome ones ever could! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Outstanding! I would have never thought of that color combo but it looks so good together. Nice job, John! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hard_2_Handle_454 Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Beautiful. Love the colors! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan Dan Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Great job! I know how difficult it is to keep the build so very nice and clean. Great paint, great detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Absolutely gorgeous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baycolony Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Love it. You did a splendid job on this old kit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papajohn97 Posted November 14, 2023 Author Share Posted November 14, 2023 (edited) 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 Spelling 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrb124@sbcglobal.net Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter31a Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Beautiful build of the Packard! Love the colour combination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 That is a gorgeous model of a gorgeous car!👍😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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