This is every bit as good-looking as I hoped it would be. Choosing a paint scheme different from the one Tamiya suggests was a bit brave, but I think has paid off. OK, it's not perfect, but are the real cars? More to the point, if I wish to rag this around as I'm supposed to, who wants to be terrified of damaging the paintwork?
I remember reading an article in a VW magazine by someone who restored their car, and initially was terrified to use it for fear of damage. Eventually, he had a good word with himself and remembered this was a car. It would get scuffed, and the odd ding, but he needed to get out and enjoy his vehicle.
As far as the build goes, there were a few moments along the way where I had to engage my brain, but with a bit of logical thinking, it all went together. Sometimes I had to backtrack, the clear plastic electronic container is now screwed down properly once I worked out I'd mis-read the exploded diargam, but that's part of the fun. I didn't want a shake the box kit, for this money, I wanted to be involved, and that's what I was.
I'm very happy with the end result, and yes, I'd build another Tamiya kit again. There are a couple of tempting ones out there, and people I've chatted to who have been watching my build have confirmed they make excellent projects. Perhaps for another day though - I need to try this car out first! #
3 comments:
Nice one Phil! I've very much enjoyed seeing this one come together and it's still on my list but other fish to fry at the moment, as they say, so it will have to wait I'm afraid. Looking forward to seeing your next one...
If you want to go nuts with it outside for a while, why not stick clear Fablon type stuff over the roof and other bits to cover areas it will tumble on to? Doesn't have to be pretty as you can peel it off again after play time but will save scratching up nice paint if on gravel, etc. People do the same with parts of bike frames, motorbike tanks, etc.
Looks awesome. Give it some stick .
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