1957 Chrysler 300

[Olle F]

Just got back into modeling after hibernating for about 10 years, and thought I would introduce myself by posting some pics of the model that made me start building again. I just couldn't resist the amount detail in this kit... as a matter of fact, it's so detailed already in the box that I decided to build it box stock. There's no aftermarked stuff or modifications on this model, all I did was to prep the parts by cleaning up mold lines etc. and use a lot of different colors to enhance the details that were already there. Hope you'll like it.

Oh, yeah... I did actually make a new licence tag for it. The decals in the kit were way too big. But that's it.

[BIGTRUCK]

Thats the nicest '57 300 I've seen built...great work

[Zoom Zoom]

Absolutely stunning 8)

Nice work, and a fantastic way to rejoin the hobby.

[MonoPed]

Outstanding build!! That's the kind of work that'll help sell a kit, nice job!

[Harry P.]

Wow! Box stock doesn't get any better than that :!:

[Olle F]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the kind comments! But give some credit to AMT as well. I sure did have some problems with this kit (I might post a review later), but it's probably the best I have seen from any manufacturer, at least when it comes to old American cars. The frame is actually so nice that I have been thinking about building another one and detail it with brake lines, hoses, wiring etc and leave the body off. I have already got another 300C kit on my shelf, so we'll see what happens. :wink:

[MrObsessive]

Stunning Build!!

That's one of the nicest buildups I've seen of that car...........and I'm

big fan of all of Chrysler's "Forward Look" '57-'59 line!

Your under chassis detail is spot on accurate, as that's how the chassis overspray looked in those days. I'd love to see you do a review of the kit as I have one to and it's on my list to build for down the road. :wink:

[carro]

Beautifull build !Always wanted to pickup that kit but everytime i've had it in my hand I end up living it and grabbing something else,I wont do that next time .

[bsoder]

Well first off..just plain stunning!...2nd I to have passed up on grabbing this kit,but I am definately going to pick one up...B

[oldcars]

A review would be great. Picked one up acouple months ago while out goofing at Wally World.

[Billy Kingsley]

That's a really great build. I love that kit, too. I have one, had for some time, but have never really decided what to do with it. That's inspiration if I've ever seen it!

Welcome back!

[cruz]

Hey brother, you build too cool to be hibernating man, very nice and clean and love the color you chose.............

[Modellpularn]

Hej Olle!

I see you found this forum as well. Was it because of my note about it on our Swedish model forum? The Chrysler looks stunning! Could help that red is my favorite color..... :roll: I have to try and paint something other than red on a couple of models in the near future.....

[Guest roadkill2525]

Does that thing have a Hemi? If so, is it a 331 or 392?

[Modellpularn]

It would be the venerable ol' 392..... 8)

[RodBurNeR]

Job well done! You did a nice job here!

[Harold]

[color=darkblue]Sweet looking ride. I have to echo Mr. Obsessive's opinion of Virgil Exner's Forward Look cars from that era. They're what sent the GM boys back to the studio and tear up all that was planned for '59. Hence, the '59 Caddy and its brethren. Welcome back. Suddenly, it's 1960.

[Olle F]

Again, thanks for the comments! I'm still a bit rusty, but I think I'm getting there. And here's a review for those who want to build this kit:

http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4654

[Mike]

Fantastic build. Very clean.

[darquewanderer]

That's box stock?:shock: It's absolutely gorgeous. Your craftsmanship and attention to details is outstanding!!!

[James Flowers]

Wonderful build. I wish I had rusty skills like that.