1965 Chevrolet Impala SS

[Ant]

Hi everyone, my name is Ant and I'm from England. I'm in my late 30s and have messed around with models for years but I'm pretty sure I've never really finished one. I bought a bunch of kits about 10 years ago and none got done because I started modifying everything rather than just building the thing as per the instructions. Anyway I'm going to finish this and reverse the trend.

Monogram 1965 Impala SS.

Spent a couple of evenings on the engine. I mixed red and orange together to try and match the pictures I saw on the internet.

Since the picture was taken I have added the fan, belts, pumps etc. Got rid of that bump on the oil filter, put a bit of weathering on the motor and repainted the gearbox (the steel metalcote I had used started to rub off on my fingers).

Edited April 10, 2013 by Ant

[Modlbldr]

Ant

Welcome to the forum! Looks good so far. You are off to a good start. I completely understand about not finishing a build due to customizing. I have builds still in progress that I started almost 25 years ago! It can be a bad habit but it's hard not to get excited about starting a new build when an idea hits.

That 65 Impala is a favorite of mine. I'll keep an eye on your build.

Later-

Edited April 10, 2013 by Modlbldr

[crazyjim]

Welcome, Ant. This is a great place to be if you're a modeler.

[Chris guthro]

Off to a great start! Welcome to the forum!!

[Ant]

Thanks for the welcome. This is what the motor looks like right now.

[Bill Edman]

welcome