Faust Posted 22 hours ago Posted 22 hours ago In the past couple of years, thanks to my friend Alan who sent me my 1909 Hupmobile, I’ve had a real love for Brass Era cars not only come into focus, but also turn into a major theme for my modelling acquisitions. I’ve bought many Pyros in the last few years, and recently came across some of the ancient Revell Highway Pioneers kits. For something fun and different, I decided to tackle one of these little artifacts, and the first one I chose was the 1907 Sears Autobuggy. This weird high-wheeled, tassle-topped horseless carriage had a charm even more out of left field than normal Brass Era cars. It was a thrill putting together a kit from what is essentially the dawn of the American plastic modelling industry, and I will say that I’m pretty pleased with how modern tools helped build up this little piece of history. Check it out, and let me know what you think! https://adamrehorn.wordpress.com/revell-gowland-and-gowland-1-32-1907-sears-autobuggy/ 6
meechum68 Posted 21 hours ago Posted 21 hours ago Oh wow!! We have come a long long ways since then! That is impressive! I really like it!
Big Messer Posted 21 hours ago Posted 21 hours ago Run-flat tires and AC on all the time. They were way ahead for their time...
TooOld Posted 12 hours ago Posted 12 hours ago Very cool model Adam ! All of the brass era cars were works of art .
Faust Posted 10 hours ago Author Posted 10 hours ago Quote Run-flat tires and AC on all the time. They were way ahead for their time... Oh man, that's awesome! I never would have thought of it that way! Big ground clearance like a new truck, but without needing a lift-kit, too! No cup holders though... would never sell today. Thanks for the love guys; you know I do enjoy building something not too many other people bother with!
Bainford Posted 6 hours ago Posted 6 hours ago Cool stuff, Adam. Model building archeology, to be sure. I, too, have been developing an increased interest in brass era stuff lately.
Bucky Posted 4 hours ago Posted 4 hours ago (edited) 6 hours ago, Faust said: Oh man, that's awesome! I never would have thought of it that way! Big ground clearance like a new truck, but without needing a lift-kit, too! No cup holders though... would never sell today. Thanks for the love guys; you know I do enjoy building something not too many other people bother with! A/C in December and January, heat in July and August! Lol And as fast as these rides most likely traveled, you probably wouldn't have needed to sit your cup down, anyway! Hahaha This is a very well done replica of an early days automobile. Edited 4 hours ago by Bucky
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