AMT '63 Corvette Coupe

[rick6343]

Conceived as a project to 1) help clear the stash, 2) prove I could build something quickly, and 3) have something else ready for the Milwaukee NNL, here is AMT's '63 Corvette coupe, right out of the 1990s-era box. The body needed a lot of cleanup, but looked pretty good when that was done. I had to shorten the metal axles, the hood doesn't sit right (operator error?), and I fought flaking chrome. Paint is Testors Acrylic Guards Red with a Future clear coat. I'm still developing my technique and I was short on time, so the finish isn't the best.

Yes, it's all molded in:

[arby1949]

Let me be the first to congratulate you on a job well done. Nice Vette!!!!

[RodneyBad]

I'll be the second.

That's not your best paint job??????

Dang, it looks Great.

[Dennis Lacy]

The Vette looks really good, Rick. Great attention to detail. It goes to show that even tho it's a basic kit, the finished product can look very nice!

This was actually the first kit I ever had. My dad bought it for me when I was about 7 years old along with some glue and a basic Testors paint set. We sat down on a Saturday and built it together. The body was molded in red so we didn't spray it, but we painted the chassis, engine and body details. I wish I still had it, but seeing this makes me want to get one and re-live my childhood. Thanks for stirring up some good memories!

[george 53]

Well Rick, for a so called "qwikie Build" it sure came out nice! I too think the paint came out pretty good! Real nice build!