novadose71 Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Built as a "what if it were nice" replica of the rusty primered Monte I had in the early 90's. Revell snap kit. I made the landau top into a full vinyl top, added parts box wheels and tires and a few interior details...otherwise it's right out of box. In keeping with the original, paint is Plasticote black sandable primer, but with duplicolor clear lacquer. Thanks for lookin'
Duntov Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Rob: This is some really nice work. I really enjoy the snap kits especially when you put some additional effort and imagination into them as you did here. Very clean build and a great addition to your collection!!! Regards Bill (Duntov)
Erik Smith Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 That is a great looking build. Excellent work. I really like the shot from the back - beautiful.
Dragline Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) Absolutely impeccable craftsmanship. STUNNING. Bob BTW, the 2nd and 3rd pics look like the real thing..... Edited March 22, 2012 by Dragline
Badluck 13 Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Ohhh my WOW!!!!!!,awesome build,and that black is like glass!!!,very nice BMF work.
Lunajammer Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) Mine has remained unbuilt because I keep thinking it will always look toy-like. Thank you for the excellent example of why it should be back on my "to do" list. Great pics too BTW. Edited March 22, 2012 by Lunajammer
Modlbldr Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Beautiful work and paintjob. That interior is spotless. Nice job. Later-
The70judgeman Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) I've seen a couple of other build ups of this kit, but yours by far is the best one I've seen. And the black finish is like glass. I didn't notice at first, but the cassette tapes are a nice touch to that outstanding interior. Edited March 22, 2012 by The70judgeman
cobraman Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Very nice. I love the red and black color combo.
CorvairJim Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 This model takes me back to my high school days, before I got into small cars in general and Corvairs in particular... A black 1973-77 Monte Carlo was my dream car. I wanted the same basic car but with tan trim instead of the red (and after looking at your model, I'm beginning to think I was wrong), with those white letter tires wrapped around Chevy Rally wheels instead of your chrome jobs. I agree with Andy above - yours is the best example of this model I've seen so far.
roadhawg Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Thats really nice! Don't see too many of these. Not sure why, it's a beautiful car. I had a '73. Well done!
sjordan2 Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Outstanding work. That's one of the best carpet flocking jobs I've seen.
montelsc Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 The first word that came to my mind when i seen this BEAUTIFUL !!!!!!!
charlie8575 Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 That black primer takes a really nice shine with that gloss lacquer. What did you use for that red interior and vinyl top? That's a really nice match for the "firethorn" color. Charlie Larkin
allparish12 Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 SUPERB...sometimes...a classic finish is the best one
TooOld Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 That is definetly the BEST looking build of that kit ! Congratulations on a job well done .
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