53 Chevy

[meechum68]

This was another fun kit. I didn't take any engine bay pics but it's a throwback to the weekend I-6 daul carb racer, yet good enough to drive daily.  I have been a sucker for the 2 tone paint of the 50's and this was my first go.  I learned a lot with this. 

On all 3 of my posts, the start to finish build time was roughly 8 years. Life has a way.... 

[Mike 1017]

I LUV IT.

[meechum68]

16 minutes ago, Mike 1017 said:

I LUV IT.

Thanks, I still have to add a few points of color on the Chevy Emblem, and the front turn signals.  

[espo]

Great looking "50"s paint colors. Notice some slicks on the back. 

[Rattlecan Dan]

Looks cool. It's a nice build. Think you should finish the trim. 

[meechum68]

1 minute ago, Rattlecan Dan said:

Looks cool. It's a nice build. Think you should finish the trim. 

Thanks, and I agree, the trim finish is next. (After I get my office reset up. Paintbooth and new table.) 

[Zippi]

Nice looking 53 Chevy Michael.  I like the body style.

[ncbuckeye67]

Nicely done!

[Bainford]

Nice looking Chevy.

[Sledsel]

Nice color combo.

[slusher]

Very nicley done"..

[Greasefinger]

Nice, clean build. Great color choice, may I ask which color is that, makes it authentic 50’s look.

Is this a Monogram kit? I should search for one.

Edited June 4 by Greasefinger

[meechum68]

I will have to dig in my paint to find the body color, but the roof is Gunmetal by Tamiya, and IRC the body is Testors Turquoise.  

[meechum68]

17 hours ago, Greasefinger said:

Nice, clean build. Great color choice, may I ask which color is that, makes it authentic 50’s look.

Is this a Monogram kit? I should search for one.

I will grab the brand on it, but I did get it at Hobby Lobby if that helps. 

[meechum68]

On 6/4/2025 at 2:22 AM, Greasefinger said:

Nice, clean build. Great color choice, may I ask which color is that, makes it authentic 50’s look.

Is this a Monogram kit? I should search for one.

Yes it is the Monogram kit! 

[johnyrotten]

Great looking 53. 

[PappyD340]

Very nice build!