Scottnkat Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 This started out as the AMT Ford Torino Cobra. I tried out some things I had never done with this build, so I am kinda proud of it. I used styrene rod to make the rollcage and styrene sheet to make the floor, panels, etc. I had never done any scratchbuilding to speak of before, so this was all new to me. I also learned resin casting so I could duplicate some parts needed (such as the wheels and tires) and make new parts that were never included (such as the rear end cooler). This model definitely got me out of my comfort zone, but I am happy with how it turned out. One thing I did mess up on - I didn't measure where the gas cap would have been in relation to the EAST TENN - as a result, I had to move the decal down just a bit on the passenger side. Consider it "creative license". So, here's the completed Torino - I hope you enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelbytona Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 (edited) Looks awesome! Nice details, will look great next to the Plymouth! Edited February 25, 2012 by Shelbytona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsoder Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 I know stepping out of the "comfort zone" can be a little intimidating, but your efforts really paid off! looks fantastic B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catpack68 Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 awesome work.and i thought i was the ONLY scott garner around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOSWELL891 Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 Nice build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottnkat Posted February 25, 2012 Author Share Posted February 25, 2012 (edited) Thanks, Randy - I think it looks good sitting next to the Plymouth as well! I appreciate the comment, Jacen! I really do! Thank you, Brian! I made a few errors and learned quite a bit, but I am glad it came out looking as well as it did. Scott? What can I say? Thanks, and you are not the only one! In fact, my family hails from Wilmington NC - we may well be related!! Cole, I appreciate your taking the time to comment - thank you Thanks everyone for all of your comments - I really do appreciate them! Not too bad for only my second NASCAR, right? Edited February 25, 2012 by Scottnkat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartster Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 You did yourself proud, Scott! Cool looking racecar. You're well on your way to a beautiful Petty collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-409 Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 Very nice Torino build! Great to see one Petty Ford, because usually when someone says Richard Petty, always there's Superbird first in mind. Great paintjob on this one and decals fit nicely to the body shapes. Thanks for sharing it, turned out really nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weasel Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 turned out verry nice...don't worry aboot the decal thing, you can only see one side of the car at a time!!! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 Looks great. I have one of these in pile to build as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 Like your Petty Torino. Since you are dueing a Petty collection you might start looking for some others. Polar Lights made a model of his Dodge Charger and Monogram also kitted his Grand Prix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottnkat Posted February 25, 2012 Author Share Posted February 25, 2012 Thanks for the comments, guys. Regarding a Petty collection, I am planning on it. I have the Johan Superbird (which will be getting some parts swapped), the PL Charger, and two of the Grand Prixs. I also have a '65 Barracuda, '71 Satellite (with a '72 grill), '67 GTX, and '68 Roadrunner and even a Monte Carlo resin body for making some there aren't kits for. That's why I did this Torino - I wanted to learn how to do more scratchbuilding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete L. Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Really nice work !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartster Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Gotta respect a man with a plan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Kortman Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Great build. Looks much better that the Polar Lts kit. Excellent job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadhawg Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Looks great! You really did justice to this one. Interior shot looks almost like the real thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottnkat Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 Thank you, guys. I really appreciate the comments. This build was a very good learning experience for me and I hope to get better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Louis Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Very nice looking race car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnS Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Another fantastic stock car build. Keep up the good work Scott. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I followed these through the build, great job on both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottnkat Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 Thank you guys. I really appreciate it. And thanks, Bruce, for watching the build process - I did learn alot making these cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkJ Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 Excellent build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Foxx Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 The older nascars look so right - this is a real nice build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottnkat Posted June 9, 2012 Author Share Posted June 9, 2012 Thank you guys - I appreciate it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brizio Posted June 9, 2012 Share Posted June 9, 2012 Very very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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