maltsr Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 This is my latest build, it started out as a replica of Hubert Platt's Georgia Shaker but took a detour I had polished and BMF'd the body when I realised I hadn't removed some emblems where decals are supposed to go . Wasn't sure about this blue being correct either (Tamiya Metallic Blue). So plan B was hatched, using some Pegasus wheels, Hertz Mustang front seats and a scrap chassis to build this curbside replica. I have already built 5 racecar replicas, but if anyone knows the correct shade of blue please let me know (preferably rattle can, I don't have an airbrush). Thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingiguana Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Beautiful, nice paint, I like it,...except the bling wheels arent my cup of tea. I'm sure I'm not alone on that :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCat Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I like it allot. Very nice and clean build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ra7c7er Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 The blue is stunning. Nice build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperStockAndy Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Nice build! I have to agree, I just don't really like bigger rims on muscle cars.... personal taste. Still looks cool though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hookedonplastics Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Paul, That color is stunning! Fantastic build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djway3474 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sak Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 That color is badass, correct or not. Wicked just the way it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Wood Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 (edited) I think it looks Great, Very nice Paint, I have a 1/1 63 Fairlane Sports Coupe and I know for sure the blue colors Availible in 64 were Viking Blue,Oxford Blue & Glacier Blue.The Blue you Used on this build is Real Close to Viknig Blue. Edited February 5, 2011 by Dave Wood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 He uses these for shaving you know ............... doesnt have a mirror , said he doesnt need one roflmao. Beautiful as always Paul, cant wait too drool over it on Thursday night...................just so You'll have to clean it again lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impcon Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 (edited) Holy cow!!!!! Now THAT took my breath away! I wasn't expecting something quite so breath taking when I opened this thread!!!! That paint is incredible.. I cincur with regards to the wheels - they just do not suit the older cars IMHO but having said that, your Fairlane is the nicest one that I have ever seen in plastic form - by far! Can you post some interior shots? Given the quality of the workmanship on the outside, I can only begin to imagine whatthe interior must be like... Man, that is one nice builld!! I simply can't imagine a mo' betta - mo' sweet '64 Fairlane! My hat is sure off to you! AAAAAA++++ Edited February 6, 2011 by impcon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brokentail58 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I love the color and the wheels. I think I have one of those bodies in my stash, I might have to dig it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 REAL NICE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Excellent build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnnyKaye Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Looks absolutely stunning! I've always been a fan of this kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 (edited) IIRC Boyd's True Blue Pearl #52906 is the correct color for Platts car. That is the nicest paint and polish jobs I have seen....NICE!!! Any engine pics???? Edited February 6, 2011 by Brutalform Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Pugh Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 OOooooh! AAaaaah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltsr Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 (edited) Thanks for all the kind comments guys and help with the colour (I'm British!) for the Platt car. As I said earlier, I've already built 5 racecar replicas with steelies/Radirs etc so I wanted this one to be totally different. More of a shortcut than a detour, it's just a curbside because I had to get this 'finished' for our monthly club night on Thursday. (see you there, Brett) Looks like I'll have to add an engine at a later stage when I find a suitable candidate... and suspension...dang, now it's another unfinished project Edited February 7, 2011 by maltsr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 That's a really sharp little Fairlane Paul! I love the color of it. Do you know the number of the Tamiya blue by chance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadhawg Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Very nice! I'm in the minority, I suppose, in that I LOVE those wheels on there! They give it a modern look, and the stance is perfect. This is something I would like to go crusing in, for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Thanks for all the kind comments guys and help with the colour (I'm British!) for the Platt car. As I said earlier, I've already built 5 racecar replicas with steelies/Radirs etc so I wanted this one to be totally different. More of a shortcut than a detour, it's just a curbside because I had to get this 'finished' for our monthly club night on Thursday. (see you there, Brett) Looks like I'll have to add an engine at a later stage when I find a suitable candidate... and suspension...dang, now it's another unfinished project Wow...no engine?...no suspension?...bottom line, its STILL one of the nicest builds...IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltsr Posted February 8, 2011 Author Share Posted February 8, 2011 That's a really sharp little Fairlane Paul! I love the color of it. Do you know the number of the Tamiya blue by chance? Thanks Roger. I used a Tamiya rattle can TS19 Metallic Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 The talent level around here continues to rise. Wheels aside this is a gorgeous build. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Terrific work, not crazy about the wheel choice but great work nontheless!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.Svensson Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 Great paintjob! Very shiny, I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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