1/12 Trumpeter GT40 Kensar style

[kensar]

I have completed this project and posting pictures here.  I am not depicting any particular GT40, but rather how I would like to see one, with some changes to the exterior, primarily.  I think the color scheme works well with an overall darker theme, with a few contrasting details.  The body shape is good, but I think the rear fender line should be more curved.  Not sure about the length of the nose, but I believe the Mk.II has a longer nose than the Mk.I.  Anyway, the kit has shortcomings far too numerous to list.  The plumbing is all wrong.  I have attempted to correct this and at least portray a vehicle that would work.  Also added numerous details like a distributor.

So, enough rambling and on to the pictures:

I am including some detail shots in the next post.

 

[kensar]

Detail shots:

A bit of an artsy photo:

more detail:

 

Hope you enjoy the pictures.

Unfortunately absolutely none of the light weathering I applied shows up in the photos, which is a real shame because I think it really adds to a realistic appearance.

Link to the build thread:

https://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/190401-trumpeter-ford-gt40-with-my-twists/#comments

 

Edited August 1, 2024 by kensar

[Jim B]

Beautiful GT40.  Very well done.

[Roger U]

Great looking model.  A very clean build and nicely painted.

[Nacho Z]

Outstanding model, Ken!  I absolutely love the “look” of this one.  Although all of the pictures are well done, that very first one, the full side on shot, that is money!  There is a front 3/4 shot that is great as well.  I began following the WIP, but somehow haven’t kept up with it.  I will definitely go back and read through it.  Again, outstanding work!

[Musclecarbuilder]

Nacho Z couldn't've put it into better words, absolutely outstanding!!

[vamach1]

You did a fantastic with the kit that has its share of errors and omissions.  I went to the Pittsburgh Gran Prix and while there was only a few original GT40s there were a lot of SAFIR ans Superformance MKIIs, some newer J chassis MKIVs, and a good number of the 2nd and 3rd generation Ford GTs.

[Force]

It came out very nice Ken.
This kit had the opportunity to be a great kit but the Chinese did not bother to research enough and do their homework so it's wrong in many places, but you did a good job of rectifying most of the faults.

Edited August 2, 2024 by Force

[ChrisR]

Looks great!

[Pierre Rivard]

Awesome awesome build Ken. I religiously followed your WIP and it was quite the learning experience. So much went into this build that the final picture cannot show it all. As good as it gets. I love the aluminium color on the body with the blue stripe and dark wheels. The car looks no nonsense all business and intimidating.

[kensar]

Thank you, everyone for the great comments and thanks to those that followed this and left encouraging comments and reactions (esp. Mark and Pierre) - they really help keep the motivation and enthusiasm going.  And special thanks to Hakan (Force) and Rex (Vamach1) and Randy D who provided detailed info on actual GT40s for reference.

Now - on to the next project - to be revealed soon.

[Phildaupho]

Awesome model. I would love to have it in my display case to examine closely.

[Bruce Scully]

A really great looking build , so nice .

[Rich Chernosky]

Ken this was truly a labor of love..and I love it. Followed your WIP and picked up many tips,  for when I build mine. I have seen a few builds of this kit but I must say yours tops the list.  Very well done. 

[PappyD340]

WOW, that's a real beauty with excellent detail, very well done!

[Rattlecan Dan]

Super detailing! Great-looking build.

[MarkJ]

Finally found this, Ken. I don't know how i missed something I followed religiously that was finished a month ago. I feel like I must have been in hibernation for a month but know that I wasn't. So sorry I missed the unveiling.. Awesome work and looking forward to more of your excellent builds.

[Mark IV]

On 8/1/2024 at 11:04 PM, vamach1 said:

You did a fantastic with the kit that has its share of errors and omissions.  I went to the Pittsburgh Gran Prix and while there was only a few original GT40s there were a lot of SAFIR ans Superformance MKIIs, some newer J chassis MKIVs, and a good number of the 2nd and 3rd generation Ford GTs.

Rex, I produced and ran the GT reunion! We were in the trailer at the entrance to the GT display area. There are more pictures of the cars here: Pictures/videos from the 2024 Gt Reunion | GT40s

And merch from the reunion is still available: Ford GT Reunion Merchandise - Ford GT Reunion 2024

[slusher]

Beautifully done awesome detail!

[Funkychiken]

You are right, that colour looks great on this car, superb build!

[Ragtop Man]

Superb build - that is what a proper street GT Mk. 2 would look like. 

 

[papajohn97]

That is one beautiful GT40. Thank you for also posting the extensive WIP earlier this year, amazing craftsmanship!

I’ve read of a lot of criticism about this 1/12 Trumpeter kit but to me the body and ride height looks so much more realistic than the new 1/12 Meng kit. Sounds like both kits have multiple inaccuracies within the internals. Too bad MFH doesn’t produce a full detail 1/12 GT40 kit (or Tamiya for us poorer less skilled modelers!).