ReduitRetro Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 This particular model was built way back in '92, and is among some of the oldest in my collection. I wired and plumbed the engine, scratch built dual sport mirrors, hand painted the tire lettering,(something not required today with all the pad printed offerings), and was my very first model I used Bare Metal foil to replicate the chrome on. This original issue kit has managed to survive all these years because it resides in a large display case to keep dust, pets, kids, and grand kids, at bay. I do have the reissued AMT kit in my stash, and plan to build it soon. As always, thanks for stopping and looking! 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeah Nah Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Stood the test of time James. Still looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 nice work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom99 Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYHARRY Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Stunning, especially considering how long ago you built it. It definitely pays to keep your models in a cabinet. Well done James. Cheers, David. 😎👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobss396 Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Very nice. I put the nose extension on mine and went NASCAR. It builds up well out of the kit. I see it is out in a new box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncbuckeye67 Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Beautifully done! I love the dark red. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Po Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Nicely done, neat and clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Great looking build and still looks fresh. Like the engine detailing and the chrome trim still looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogger44 Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 That is a clean build and has held up over time really well. Engine detailing and chrome work look really good. I built one awhile back in the same colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan Dan Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Such a fine build to have withstood the vicissitudes of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karbuildr Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Just about any muscle car looks good in red and your Cobra is excellent. Well done, nice paint, engine is very well detailed. I like the wheels and tires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 That looks fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 Very well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoopdog Posted January 27 Share Posted January 27 Your Torino build looks fantastic. Looks good in red. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'70 Grande Posted January 27 Share Posted January 27 Everything looks terrific on this build, but I especially applaud your spark plug wiring... it looks so 1:1 and I will be referring back to your engine pic every time I start wiring an engine for one of my own builds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Super nice build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LennyB Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 James, you caught my attention when you said "Original Issue 69 Cobra" so I had to take a look. I remember when this came out I got really excited and bought a whole bunch of them. However, and not to take away from your build in any way, this is not the original issue. The original issue was released in 1969 as a hardtop/convertible. Could be built either way with a separate hardtop. It was derived from the 1968 Torino Pace Car kit from the year before. This kit is actually a modified reissue of the 1969 Torino GT Fastback annual kit. Anyhow, sorry for the history lesson but very happy to see your build and it looks fantastic. Looking forward to seeing what you do with the kit the second time around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReduitRetro Posted February 10 Author Share Posted February 10 No problem LennyB, I figured it probably was not the "original" issue, but I was more or less talking about it in comparison to the newest release. Thanks for the history lesson though, as it looks like I was around 3 years old when the true original kit was for sale, lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmann68 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 Still looking beautiful! I keep my cars in individual showcases and in the glass cabinet. It’s worth it, as your Torino proves 👍👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olskoolrodder Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 Beautiful build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noah H. Posted April 1 Share Posted April 1 That is a really good looking build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWT Posted April 1 Share Posted April 1 Very nicely done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Safire6 Posted April 2 Share Posted April 2 Beautiful job! I love those early Torinos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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