56 Chevy road racer

[Dandydan]

This one took a little different direction for me. I bought this kit on clearance and after getting it home and open, I found the roof and A pillars squashed, but no damage to the box.

[Dandydan]

I wasn't entirely sure what to do with it at that point, but there was a recent article I read about NASCAR's early days. This, along with a spare NASCAR kit, inspired me to whack the roof off, straighten/fix the pillars and windshield frame, and start mocking it up. Plans are to use the NASCAR drivetrain, wheels, a roll bar, dash, and racing seats.

Edited December 23, 2013 by Dandydan

[Newbs99]

What color are you leaning towards to paint it with? Also, I can't wait to see the final product.

-Newbs99

[JTalmage]

I always did like the Nascar convertibles from back in the 50's...

[PappyD340]

NICE start!!

[Dandydan]

Its been a little while but I laid some blue paint, started some foil, and robbed a couple racing seats and a few other race inspired interior items.

Edited January 8, 2014 by Dandydan

[slusher]

Cool project Dan, revel would have sent you a body if you email them. Looking forward to more...

[Dandydan]

Thanks Carl and Pappy-I didn't realize it was that easy I guess! Newbs-I decided on this blue...

Edited January 8, 2014 by Dandydan

[slusher]

Beautiful color and foil work........

[Dandydan]

Thanks Carl! This is after getting the interior in and just a few contingency decals on-I didn't want to over do it.

Edited January 12, 2014 by Dandydan