Richard Petty's 1964 Belvedere

[Scottnkat]

I've been a fan of Richard Petty since I was a kid. I used to build models as a kid then quit. Last year I had an accident that really messed me up. My wife started buying me models to build my dexterity and strength up again as I could barely use my hands. After a while, I got better and finally decided to tackle this car. It's based on the Lindberg kit. It has working hood pins and the sponsor decals are based on the car as it was at Daytona that year. It's not an exact representation of that car on that day, but I am happy with how it came out.

And the car in it's case ready to be displayed in its display case:

Finally, some underhood shots:

Forgive the color quality - the car is actually a bit lighter blue than it shows in the these pics and the walls and shelf are really white and not yellow like that. I am hoping to get a new camera with the income tax return this year.

Edited January 16, 2012 by Scottnkat

[01blueedge]

looks good like the details

[Haubenschild]

nice job on the decals and great job overall!

[Scottnkat]

Thanks for the comments, guys. I appreciate it.

[440 Dakota]

very nice job everything looks great

[scale trucker]

looks super .hope the wife keeps buying you kits...

[bbowser]

I followed the WIP on this, great job. If that's what you can do with dexterity-challenged hands, I can't wait to see you after recovery. The working hood pins alone are impressive, and it looks like the decals came out great. Kudos!

[JB_Hobbies]

That came out GREAT! Nice Job

JB

[Scottnkat]

Thanks for the comments, guys. I figured that since this was my first post in the Under Glass section, people wouldn't know about the recovery I'd been through so that's why I explained a little bit. When I first started, I couldn't even hold the parts in my hands, much less do any trimming or anything. It's taken a while to get here, but I am finally able to do something that I feel good about without excuses.

[Tony T]

That is a very nice build, Scott. I've been a fan of the King for many years as well. I still root for #43!

[62rebel]

great to see you're able to do so well AND that you have such an excellent support team..... bravo to the both of you!

[Scottnkat]

Thanks for the comments, guys. I do have a very helpful wife (and kids).

[Bartster]

You nailed it, Scott! My favorite Petty car by a long shot. Can't wait to see the next one in your Petty series! Congrats & good luck.

[caine440]

Outstanding work!

Very well done!

[Scottnkat]

Thank you for the compliments, both of you. I do appreciate it.

Edited January 18, 2012 by Scottnkat

[Bartster]

I think I smell a Petty blue Charger in your future????!!!!!!

[1zebra3]

Great job Scott . I really like this car.

[Scottnkat]

Yep, Bart - that's the plan - gotta do the Charger, Satellite, Roadrunner - heck, even the Barracuda. I'll get to them eventually. Just gotta take a break for a bit right now due to finances, but there will be more.

and thanks for the compliments, everyone!!

[Scottnkat]

Thank you very much. I appreciated the assist with the pics as well.

[TOYCARTEC]

Scott you have done an awesome job on this car. I have been a 43 fan forever. Good luck in you recovery. Your wife is great to think of this for rehab. Looking forward to many more #43s.

[dimaxion]

I have to say , you show what a disabled person is capable of doing . I am glad this is part of your recovery . Please keep them coming .

[Scottnkat]

Wow - thanks for the comments, everyone. Both my physical therapist and my surgeon were surprised by the amount of movement and dexterity I've been able to get back in my hands (one hand/wrist combo back to almost 100%, the other not quite so much but still much better than it was). When my wife told them that it was because of model building, they both commented to her that it was a good idea and that they were going to start suggesting that to each of their patients with the same damage I received.