StevenGuthmiller Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 (edited) This has been one of those cars that has been high on my list of ones to build, even back before I thought that I would ever be able to find one to build. I've always considered the '60 Imperial to be the best looking Imperial ever built. Of course, this is just my opinion. Even though it is a behemoth of an automobile, everything just seems to flow well. It has all of my favorite attributes from a 50s car, from the heavily browed quad headlights and sweeping side moldings, to the enormous tail fins. I originally started this build from basically a pristine AMT kit a couple of years ago, but lost interest shortly after paint issues arose. Recently, I decided a second shot at it was in order, mostly because I was in a bit of a slump and needed an easier curbside build to get the juices flowing again. This was a pretty basic build with just a few small extras like scribing some extra panel lines and adding a few details such as a set of wire wheels from the Moebius '56 Chrysler 300 kit along with AMT Firestone Deluxe whitewalls. I also scratch built the interior rear view mirror, the radio antenna and modified an outside mirror from the kit. I also drilled out and replaced the head lights. The rest is all right out of the 1960 box. It was painted with an ancient can of Duplicolor "cream" touch up paint that I've had laying around since I was just a young man! The color closely resembles correct 1960 Chrysler "Sunburst". Anyway, I'm glad to have it done and I'm ready to move on to the next project. I'm thinking 1967 Ford Galaxie! As a side note, this car is so big that the plastic display cases that I generally display the majority of my builds in is too short! I will need to find a longer case! All comments or criticisms are welcome guys. Thank you! Steve Edited December 6, 2018 by StevenGuthmiller
Hard_2_Handle_454 Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 I like it. You did an amazing job. I think the kit I would love to get my hands on would be a Royal Lancer. That is my favorite of the behemoth 50's cars.
StevenGuthmiller Posted December 5, 2018 Author Posted December 5, 2018 1 minute ago, Hard_2_Handle_454 said: I like it. You did an amazing job. I think the kit I would love to get my hands on would be a Royal Lancer. That is my favorite of the behemoth 50's cars. If you're talking about the Johan '59, I love it too. Of all of the finished kits that I have, it still gets the most attention. Steve
slusher Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Absolutely stunning!! Steve your work is always excellent!!
Classicgas Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Stunning as usual. What was your process on the roof?
TooOld Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Another gorgeous build Steven , as always it's detailed perfectly right down to the antenna ! I agree this is the best year for the Imperial , I also feel the '60 Dodge is the best one too .
espo Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Beautiful looking restoration. We didn't see to many of these in my neighborhood growing up. I like how you did the Stainless panels on the roof and no "Toilet Seat" on the trunk. That was an unfortunate styling misstep that Chrysler used much to often at this time period.
Geno Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Steve, that is a Grand Slam home run. I'm drooling.
Howard Cohen Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Very well done! I rebuilt an old badly customized one several years ago as a custom as it was too far gone to make stock and I still love looking at it. For a showcase, try Tamiya as they make cases for their 20th scale cars and will also take some 18th scale cars.
bbowser Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Amazing work as we've come to expect from your bench. I agree it's the best looking Imperial.
moparfarmer Posted December 5, 2018 Posted December 5, 2018 Very nicely done and you can see by the Northern Minnesota air that you've definately got you your touch back..That cool air got you doing what you do best..Fantastic work and for sure another winner..
StevenGuthmiller Posted December 6, 2018 Author Posted December 6, 2018 Thank you everyone! 14 hours ago, Classicgas said: Stunning as usual. What was your process on the roof? The stainless roof panels were very simple. I merely lightly sanded a section of BMF while still on the backing paper and then applied it as you would any other foil. Steve
peekay Posted December 6, 2018 Posted December 6, 2018 Great to see a new model from you, Steve. And what a beauty it is! Love the choice of wheels and tyres. Funny how these AMT tyres seem to fit other brands' wheels better than their own. The wires from the 62 T-Bird are a perfect fit - but the kit has those slightly odd-looking 2-piece tyres that don't look nearly as good. Again, a beautifully built classic!
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