S. Svendsen Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Here's my completed Austin Gasser box art model with the production decals added. There are more pics on my site at the link. my website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuel Coupe Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 this turned out GREAT. I love Austins and you did an awesome job!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impcon Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!!!!!!!! But here is a serious question - no joking - but what would it be possible to build even a curbside factory stock looking Austin? I have liked those little cars ever since I was a kid when my dad had one as a loaner while he was getting the engine on his station wagon rebuilt. It was a little black four door and it was a hoot to ride around in. I've always thought that it would be neat to build one. Actually, it's kind of a shame that all of the small English and European cars like the Thames panel, the little old Fiat, and even the American built Henry J were never offered in stock form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-409 Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 For Gary, this is the only kit from Austin, I think. So this is the only way to build one. I would like to build stock Austin too, but I would like to build gasser Austin too, of course! This model is looking very good, that painjob is very nice and decals are perfectly into body shapes, great job! But, any pics from the engine...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobpinstriping Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 awsome, i love gassers. you did a great job. i would also like to see the engine cheers mat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Johnny Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Pssst! It's really an Altered! Cool looking Gasser! Great looking paint and decal work! Never saw one done in black before and it really pops! I can remember these kits from back when I was a kid and they first came out! I must have ruined three trying to build them. They were rather difficult for the inexperienced builder! I wonder if I can ruin another one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1320wayne Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Great job! The smooth black paint work really sets this one off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 This is cool......you did a super job on this build......very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapshot Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 I bought one can't wait to built it.Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Barrow Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 (edited) I'm really seriously considering buying one of these just for the decals and the skinny Pirellis! I noticed on your website the model was originally built with no windows. Do you do this because it's easier to Photoshop in reflections without them than trying to control them when taking photographs with them? Does that question make any sense? VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!!!!!!!! But here is a serious question - no joking - but what would it be possible to build even a curbside factory stock looking Austin? I have liked those little cars ever since I was a kid when my dad had one as a loaner while he was getting the engine on his station wagon rebuilt. It was a little black four door and it was a hoot to ride around in. I've always thought that it would be neat to build one. Actually, it's kind of a shame that all of the small English and European cars like the Thames panel, the little old Fiat, and even the American built Henry J were never offered in stock form. It would take some work to that front clip to make it look less like a one-piece fiberglass unit and more like the real thing. Here's a couple with steel hoods and fenders, or bonnets and wings, if we're speaking English English Edited August 30, 2010 by Brett Barrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsoder Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S. Svendsen Posted August 30, 2010 Author Share Posted August 30, 2010 I noticed on your website the model was originally built with no windows. Do you do this because it's easier to Photoshop in reflections without them than trying to control them when taking photographs with them? Does that question make any sense? Actually, I originally left the windows out because I intended to clear coat the body after I decaled it. Later I decided it looked OK with the clear coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smart-Resins Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 That thing looks super! I might need to buy that kit eventually! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reeves Racing Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Holy Cow that's cool!!. What a clean build. That is a nice one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodBurNeR Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 That's a gorgeous build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 Most Impressive, an all around excellent build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Keck Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 I like it! It came oout nice. Show us what's under the hood! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul_Perez Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 Very nice little gasser!! How about a shot of the engine and chassis? Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gseeds Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 HOLY SMOKES !!! thats one Bad A@$ car, great job ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Wood Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 When Dave had these kits at the last Club Meeting I passed on them I think I'll get atleast two this month!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRG Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 That is one way to cool build, great job. The paint job and decals are fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impcon Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 That is one way to cool build, great job. The paint job and decals are fantastic. I totally agree about the clour and the decals. The colour and style of those "High Roller" decals really caught my eye! They are a perfect combination of colour and style!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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