DR JAY Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 Thanks for the kind comments! The Coverless Wheels were chosen because I primarily build (with the odd exception) vintage Stock Cars and Drag cars and have always had a soft spot for the look of plain black or body coloured steel wheels. The tech inspector would have required the removal of wheel covers to make a lap on the strip. I did try a bolt cover from the Black Widow kit to check out the difference, but still preferred the non-covered look. A Tuxedo black paint job with a white roof would have really set off the bolt covers for an Angry Chevy look. Modelhaus sells them, so I may eventually add a set someday to change it up. The silver highlights on the tail lights are mylar foil tape, as BMF didn't adhere properly in such small strips unless I wrapped them around the lens and made the strips visible from the outside. gtx6970-The "Other" fuel injected GM you saw at the car show you were mentioning was very likely a Pontiac. Now, to get to work on this Fujimi Lamborghini Countach that I have been putting off for years....Looking at the box contents, it appears that the 59 will be the only one I finish in 2014! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Great looking model. I especially like the work on the engine...great contrast between the correct-looking glossy engine and the metalizers and black bits. Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Sweet build Jason, very nice indeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
om617 Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Sure is a sweet looking Impala,great detail and finish. Had no idea about the fuel injection on the 59,cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hamilton Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 I love it!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodouglas Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnout Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 That's beautiful. The engine looks fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harleyed1 Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Very cool build, really like the interior. Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Stock Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Beautiful, I love everything about it, what a fantastic job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominik Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 (edited) love it. the Colors are beautiful Edited December 15, 2014 by Dominik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robberbaron Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 Great job on a very unusual subject! I especially like the "Fuel Injection" emblems you made for the front fenders, which are a very important part of the visuals on this car. I was lucky enough to see a black '59 Impala fuelie years ago at Chevy-Vettefest in Chicago. Up until that time, I hadn't even known that F.I. could still be ordered on a non-Corvette in 1959. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR JAY Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 Thanks for the compliments! I'm glad that everyone likes it...despite building for my own satisfaction, finding out that others with the same interests in the hobby enjoy what I build is pretty satisfying as well... ...Stay tuned for my next project- the factory Ford Drag Race Team/Performance clinic Truck, trailer and race cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Custom10 Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 I love the detail on that small block. It's refreshing to see one with something other than the tri-power 348. Excellent work all around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 Excellent! I also like the capless look. Some real nice details there, right down to the chrome bars on the tail lights. A feature often missed on 59 Impalas. Wicked finish on it, too. Very convincing build, especially the motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdean Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 engine detail is outstanding ! Ronnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted December 18, 2014 Share Posted December 18, 2014 Fantastic car! It has attitude out the,.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damop6v8 Posted December 18, 2014 Share Posted December 18, 2014 Wow, that is a stunning build, really nice indeed, lovely paint & bare metal foil work. I have 59 to build, hopefully as a replica of this one here in the UK, belongs to my friend, blown BBC, runs low 11's possibly 10's on the strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparfarmer Posted December 18, 2014 Share Posted December 18, 2014 Dr.JAY you still got the touch..Very nicely done... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6bblbird Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 Very impressive! You do nice work. WF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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