PRO-Tour-O-NADO: A modernized 1970 Johan Toronado with the drivetrain of a Z06 'Vette

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 5:06 AM, ybsluos said:

Claude, amazing work as always! - Mark

Thank you Mark for the compliments!

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[karbuildr]

Wow, just beautiful.

[KWT]

Very nicely done

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 7:18 AM, XYHARRY said:

This looks amazing, and well engineered. Well done Claude and thanks for sharing. 

Cheers.,

David. ??

Thanks David! And it's all GM, for the purists... LOL

CT

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 7:36 AM, catpack68 said:

Very nice work Claude!?

Thank you Scott!

CT

[Rocking Rodney Rat]

Nice cruiser! -RRR

[Brudda]

Looks like the design studio hit another home run. Beautiful just beautiful. 

[PappyD340]

That is a SWEET custom there Claude, well done!!

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 9:30 AM, Model Guy said:

Low Lean and Mean  cool!

Thanks Kenneth!

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[Phildaupho]

Beautifully designed, built and engineered

[Speedpro]

Excellent build! Outstanding workmanship and creativity!

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 9:53 AM, bobthehobbyguy said:

Really cool. It ought to be built 1:1.

Thanks Bob!

Well, if I was 10 years younger, I might try...

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[John B.]

Your builds never cease to amaze me - absolutely stunning!

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 10:20 AM, SpikeSchumacher said:

Claude strikes again! I don't know how you do it. ?Great looking build!

Thanks Mathias!

Well, just an old retired guy with too much time on his hands. Besides, I prefer building models to working around the house! Oooooops, here's my wife...

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[Geno]

I can't say anymore than what's already been iterrated. Stunning, plain and simple. ??

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 10:22 AM, Ragtop Man said:

My brain is melting. Wow! Fantastic! 

Hi Bob!

Thnaks for the... meltdown! LOL

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[Rattlecan Dan]

Super job! Great-looking Customizing.

[slusher]

Stunning Totonado!

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 10:46 AM, Koellefornia Kid said:

Extraordinary, Claude! Color and wheels suit the Toronado very nice and that fabulous interior is the icing on the cake! Very well done! 

Thanks Oliver!

Some fellow modelers at show notice that I mostly use LIGHT colors for my interiors. It's true (and predictable, sorry!) but a closed car with a DARK interior hides so many details that I did it only once, and had my lesson! LOL. 

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[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 11:19 AM, H.A.K said:

Very nice.

Thanks Samuel! And also THANK YOU for the many generous reports you make on model shows. Much appreciated here!

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[Mike C]

Beautiful work!

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 11:29 AM, TarheelRick said:

Really like the color and wheel choice and as mentioned above the interior is a piece of art all by itself. Beautiful Pro-Touring Toronado.

Thanks Ricky!

I try to improve my interiors over time: my favorite challenge!

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[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 12:05 PM, MeatMan said:

Very well done!

Thanks Dennis!

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[happy grumpy]

Another amazing creation Claude. Always liked the Toronado but this one is quite striking. Great color choice too. 

[Claude Thibodeau]

On 8/14/2024 at 12:13 PM, rrb124@sbcglobal.net said:

Over the top. Big Toro fan here. Our family had a new 68 and a new 71. This is full Trophy.

Thanks Robert!

Same here. One of my neighbours had a 1970 when it came out. For a teenager, that car made a strong impression, as the 67 Eldo did.

I guess my subconscious was at work here...

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