1937 Ford Housecar

[Hi-Po]

I build this back in 2018 after coming across an article on the web about the first factory made motorhome to be built in America.  I won't go into the history of the vehicle at this time, but for more information check out gtamarketing.com/graemes-1937-Ford-Housecar/.

I started the build with the R/M 1937 Ford Pickup.  The cab and the doors were removed just aft of the windshield.  Everything from there back was scratch built using styrene sheet, rod and strip.  All the items in the interior were scratch built, also.  The engine was detailed with spark plug wires, fuel lines, heater hoses, etc.  The louvers on the hood sides were opened up and brass wire was used for the handles.  All of the kit chrome was removed and replaced with Alclad ll Chrome.  The body color was a custom mix of Model Masters paints.

I spent about 6 months, off and on, having fun building the model.  If you check out the website that I mentioned above, you will see that I tried to capture the look of the real vehicle as best as I could, inside and out.  I completed the model in time to enter it at the 2018 IPMS National Convention in Phoenix, where it placed second in the Documented Replica class.

Enjoy the photos and comments are always welcomed.

 

[karbuildr]

Wow, that is some serious scratch building. This is an exceptional build and your skills are very impressive. Beautiful.

[thatz4u]

looks real & period correct, well done

[espo]

Amazing craftsmanship here. The finishes. and especially in the camper portion are very realistic looking. 

[Paul Payne]

Super job on a not often seen subject. Looks like you planned your build and built your plan. Well Done!

[bondo bill]

very cool

[Ace-Garageguy]

Very, very nice. I'd like a real one just like it.  

[Russell C]

A nice place to live.

[ea0863]

Fantastic execution of such a creative idea. Well done!

[ChrisR]

Looks great!

[Jim B]

Well, that's different.  Very well done. Fantastic work.

[Tom99]

Excellent work!

[XYHARRY]

Great scratch building there Terry, really well done. 

Cheers, 

David. ??

[dino246gt]

Man that is so cool and so well done, gotta love it! Awesome scratch building talent!

 

[eran_k]

Excellent Work, Love it!

[crazyjim]

That's a fantastic build.

[lordairgtar]

I would so use that at a car show or even some vintage camping.

[BK9300]

Incredible scratchbuiling!  A great looking build.

[Hi-Po]

I want to thank you all for the wonderful comments regarding my build of the 1937 Ford Housecar, they are very much appreciated.

[PappyD340]

Super cool build!

[ewetwo]

That is awesome. Love it.

[ncbuckeye67]

Wow, that is nothing short of a masterpiece! Scratch-building 101- next level build. 

[papajohn97]

Amazing build, particularly the scratch-built period correct furnished interior. Bravo!

[Moparman18064]

Amazing, sweeeeet, great scratch work

[STU111]

Wow! The level of detail in the back is incredible, really looks like someone’s home away from home.??