From the book of Sin: 67 Impala replica commission build

[sinicle]

As the title implies, this is a commission build of a replica 67 Impala. I started with the AMT street machine kit. The list of mods nessisary to make this kit a true replica include shaving all SS trim and emblems, adding standard Impala side trim, fender skirts, dual rear antennas(with 76 balls), sunroof, cat eye headlight covers, blinds for the rear window, a bench front seat, red "breezies" for the wind wings, spoke Chevy hubcaps, standard steering wheel, color bar, tissue dispenser, bumper guards (front and rear), and building a motor to match the 1:1.

First on the agenda is the bodywork. Made the skirts and the trim

[sinicle]

Next up was the hubcaps. I made these with the Deeks straight lace spokes, scratch built hubs, and rings from an old kit.

This is what I had to go off of

Here's mine

Those who know me, know I have to make'em functional!

[sinicle]

Up next is the front bench seat. I sent the back sear to a club brother so he could cast me a copy. All I did is clean it up a bit and split it, all credit on this part is mostly due to my club brother Darren

[trogdor]

Hubcaps are most impressive.

[Mr.Zombie]

Agree! ###### cool! Better pics please.

[Custom Mike]

Doug, this is impressive as hell so far, just the spoke hubcaps are enough to make me drool, the trim and skirts are just a bonus! I can't wait to watch the other mods happen!

[sinicle]

thanks for all the kind words, guys. I'll post more pics soon. the deadline on the build is May 1st.

[AUGIEDOGGIE]

NICE ILL BE WATCHING THIS ONE

[Romell R]

nice build , If you going for replica maybe you should redo the ring on the hubcaps they look a tad to wide for scale. Other than that keep up the good work.

[crazyjim]

Impressive.

[george 53]

WoW! LOVE the wire caps!!!

[sinicle]

thanks for looking everyone, and you're right Romell. I noticed that and another friend pointed it out also. I plan on removing the rings and shaving them down a bit. I appreaciate all the feedback.

[Modlbldr]

Beautiful work so far. I'll be watching.

Later-

[Joker]

One more for my "Content I follow".

Thanks for posting.

[Mr.Zombie]

nice build , If you going for replica maybe you should redo the ring on the hubcaps they look a tad to wide for scale. Other than that keep up the good work.

Agree! Just file down some plastic from underneath so they flush more with the tire, and it should be so much more spot on!

[Jantrix]

[Guest JamesDE]

Nice work on this one Doug!

[Dr. Cranky]

Looking forward to more, keep it going.

[carrucha]

Very interesting project. I will definitely keep track of this build. If anyone is interested in 1960's Chevy wire wheel covers, Scale Equipment Limited offers generic GM wire wheel covers. You can see them on their website, http://www.seltd.net/

[sinicle]

thanks guys

thanks for the link Hector. I've never seen that site before, they have some pretty cool stuff.

[LAone]

sweet, im also working on a 67 impala. same kit and all. but no replica for me. i like the work so far. that bench seat is pretty sweet.

any pics of the car you are replicating?

[sinicle]

Thanks for looking guys

got the bodywork 99% and primered.

and got the tissue dispenser finished

@ Luis: I'll post pics of the clients car in the finished shoot. it's a surprise gift from the guy's wife, and I told her I wouldn't post pics out of the random chance he stumble onto this.

[dig]

looking good brutha!!

[sinicle]

got the dash and the seats painted, still got door panels to do

[Foxer]

it's interesting seeing how you've attacked this and will be more so continuing to watch!