'60 Olds 98

[StevenGuthmiller]

Here's another old Johan annual. The 1960 Oldsmobile 98 "Scenicoupe". For some reason, the only pre-1963 Oldsmobile Johan did in a 2-door version.This one is not finished in actual '60 Olds "Copper Mist" but a very close 1958 Plymouth "Copper Glow" was used. Not sure if the black top would have been available as a factory option, but then again, what couldn't you get on a car back then? Steve

 

 

Edited April 24, 2018 by StevenGuthmiller

[High octane]

Wow Steven, that Olds is awesome! I first learned how to drive in a '60 Olds 88 4-Door and I have the Modelhaus '60 Olds convert kit somewhere in my "stash." Hopefully I'll get around to building it someday, of course that's what I say about a lot of my kits.

[StevenGuthmiller]

Thanks Nick! I just want to correct what I said about Johan 2 door Oldsmobiles as I know someone will probably call me on it. I had neglected the '62 F-85 Cutlass but I was thinking of full size Olds at the time. I really wish they would have done the '58-'59 and '61-'62 Oldsmobiles in a 2-door configuration, as well as the Cadillacs from that same period. The '61 Starfire is one of my all time favorite body styles. Steve

[Robberbaron]

Another gorgeous build. Really nice job on that upholstery pattern.

[slusher]

Beautiful build, interior looks very realistic...

[Guest]

Another beautiful land barge!

[peekay]

Another beautifully built old Johan kit - and more exquisite interior detailing!

[Helix]

Very nice Steven

[donb]

Sweet!

[Tom99]

Nice!

[disabled modeler]

Just awesome...! I love Johans anyway and this one is a very very nice build...great work on her.

[ChrisR]

Very nice!

[om617]

Pretty with the black top,very nice build.

[John Goschke]

Absolutely beautiful! Great job bringing that simple and shallow Johan interior to life!

Looks like you adjusted the track width on this one, too, as most builds of this kit, and many other Johans, it seems too narrow. What did you do?

[Ron Hamilton]

My, my, my!!!! That is the only '60 GM I do not have, and want.

Edited April 30, 2014 by Ron Hamilton

[Sixties Sam]

Great job on a rare model! Excellent finish and detail. Good work!

Sam

[Danno]

Exquisite!

I'm with John ~ great job of making the interior tub look good!

[TooOld]

Man that is nice ! Absolutely gorgeous as usual . . . keep up the good work !

[realgone58]

Just beautiful!!!! And yes, black roof was available. Looks superb!

[bbowser]

Great model!

[PappyD340]

Another Outstanding build Steven, my Dad had one that was white with blue interior, well done!!

[StevenGuthmiller]

Thanks every body!! Actually, widening the stance on this one turned out to be embarassingly simple Froghawk. The original kit wheels were just the right size where they slipped right into the back of the Monogram tires I was using & acted as wheel backs. that moved the wheels out just enough to compensate for the narrow stance. All of these old Johans require some sort of modification to fix that problem. Usually I just use some wheel backs with a longer "shaft" & possibly different axles depending on the type.

Steve

[bondo bill]

sharp clean build

[W-409]

Looks like you know how to build these Late '50s or Early '60s cars. On these cars the foiling is one of the most critical things to do and all of your BMF works are fantastic. Nice paint job and very clean build overall. It is also nice to see these unique subjects being built.

[S. Svendsen]

Very cool!