unclescott58 Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Does anybody know what color the engine in MPC's 1932 Chrysler Imperial Convertible Sedan should be?Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I want to say 'apple green', similar to Duesenberg. But that might not be accurate. There was a build of a 1933 Imperial Indy Pace Car in Model Cars magazine within the last few years. Might check back issues for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Anderson Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Does anybody know what color the engine in MPC's 1932 Chrysler Imperial Convertible Sedan should be?ScottChrysler's engine color for decades was silver, as in "aluminum paint" silver (Testors #1246 Silver in the spray can is as close as close gets!), with a red cylinder head. Art Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Anderson Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I have watched this posting with interest. Over the years I have built all of the models discussed here. I would be curious which one people think is the best overall. Personally I really like the Monogram '31 Packard Phaeton in metal. It is a model I could build over and over. As for non-Monogram models it is pretty hard to beat Johan's lineup. I have struggled mightily to do a good job with the Cadillac Fleetwood Town Car's pinstriped body but have never come up with an acceptable way to approach that one. A question was presented earlier about the Rolston Roadster and if it is a model of a real car. The answer is "sort of." Terry Adderly of Troy Michigan used to own J-550 (he still might. I just don't know), which was the only Rolston Roadster mounted on the long wheelbase Duesenberg J chassis. It is a beautiful car and Monogram did a pretty good job on it...except, they, like they did on all the other Duesenberg models, left it as a supercharged car. In order to have a correct version of J-550 you would need to either close up the holes in the fender and scratch build hood sides and manifolds or get ahold of Andy Martin at Aardvark models where you can get ahold of a transkit for such purposes. Truth of the matter is except the Torpedo Phaeton, almost all of the Monogram Duesenbergs would benefit from such a transformation. One other comment. S. Jordan, I have spent a fair amount of time admiring your work on the 540 K Coupe. All I can say is WOW! EricEric, for starters JoHan kitted the '31 Cadillac Fleetwood Town Car, which has canework appliqued to the lower body panels in the rear half of the body. I'm still trying to figure out the best way to replicate that canework, which as applied over panels painted in the same deep red as the rest of the lower body!Art Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtx6970 Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 (edited) I have the same kit ( amongest several other pre-war classic kits ) Ive done this search before myself And have found conflicting info . BUT, this Looks to be an unrestored engine. the article itself http://www.executivestyle.com.au/diamonds-gem-still-sparkles-80-years-on-1lym6 Edited January 23, 2017 by gtx6970 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I want to build more of these.......great kits that NEVER sold well per those in the know at Monogram.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Bartrop Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 (edited) Does anybody know what color the engine in MPC's 1932 Chrysler Imperial Convertible Sedan should be? Scott It's kind of a bluish green, and the cylinder head was either grey, or red. Also, unlike other luxury makes of the time, the frame and running gear was not painted to match the body, but was painted semigloss black The Online Imperial club is a gold mine for reference pics http://www.imperialclub.com/index.htm Edited January 24, 2017 by Richard Bartrop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 Thanks guys.Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 I want to build more of these.......great kits that NEVER sold well per those in the know at Monogram.... I've heard/read they are very good kits, too, but perhaps, like me, most people just don't find the subject matter appealing. The Cord is about the only kit which piques my interest, and the box art may be mostly to blame for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 (edited) I've heard/read they are very good kits, too, but perhaps, like me, most people just don't find the subject matter appealing. The Cord is about the only kit which piques my interest, and the box art may be mostly to blame for that. I think it is more than the box art - that car was way ahead of its time and had very pleasing contours. Auburn Boattail Speedster (from the same time period) is also a a very nice looking automobile. Edited January 25, 2017 by peteski Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THarrison351 Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 I have one version of all the original kits originally released, and so far have only built the Mercedes Cabriolet. This makes a lovely model, even if it is inaccurate. If I ever get my hobby room completed, I will finish all these classics. They are well executed and beautiful models when finished. Its hard to believe they were designed 50 years ago. Here's mine: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 The mailman just dropped off the Lindberg '37 Cord I ordered a couple of days ago. Opening up the box, it looks as good/bad as I remember it to be. No where as nice as Monogram's version. Still, it's kind of cool. And Idon't know why?Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Bartrop Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 It's amazing how much the state of the modelling art advanced in the ten years between when Pyro's Cord came out, and Monogram's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 In my opinion, Pyro kits were just unassembled toys really, aimed at the "gotta build it now" market at the drugstore. Monogram kits, however moved past that bar very quickly, and started being actual miniatures of the item they portrayed. The 1930's Classics were the very best that could be done at the time, pushing the limits of tooling technology. Even today it is obvious that much care and time were lavished on the kits in this series. They were (and still are) top notch kits. Sad that they never have received their due. Terry Jesse did a story on all available Antique & Classic car kits in one of the Model Mags about 15-20 years ago, that is notable for it's length and thoroughness. It is well worth finding if you like these kinds of kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 (edited) Pyro Lincoln..........difficult......but came out OK..... Edited January 26, 2017 by Dave Van Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 Pyro Lincoln..........difficult......but came out OK..... Dave, great job on that kit! I've got one in the stash I've been too chicken to start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim boyd Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Dave, great job on that kit! X2!!! I am humbled.....Dave you rock. TIM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Bartrop Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Talk about making a silk purse out of a sows ear! Great job on the Lincoln. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 I too am very impressed with how your Pyro/Lindberg Lincoln turned out Dave. You did a great job. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie8575 Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 I've heard/read they are very good kits, too, but perhaps, like me, most people just don't find the subject matter appealing. The Cord is about the only kit which piques my interest, and the box art may be mostly to blame for that. These are a lovely kit. And a beautiful car. Mine is going to be dark blue with tan interior and top. Charlie Larkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edsel-Dan Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 I have a Dual-Cowl Pheaton Duesy to restore and a later re-issue to buildI also built the Rolls Royce Cabriolet that sadly met the Sun a little too closeand have another of the Series to buildWould I buy moreYES IF I had the money to let meI Love those Classics I also have a few of the Hubley Diecast kits of the classics of that Vintage2 of the 3 Packards,All 3 of the 32 Chevies I know ofand 2 of the Model A Fords Roadster & Woody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Is it sick that I want to hot rod these? Nope... but hot rodding a 1:1 sure might be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phirewriter Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 (edited) I was blessed to have a father who was not only into 1/1 cars but models as well. He loved classic cars and I have inherited multiples of most of the classic cars from Monogram, Johan, MPC and others, including Hubley kits. When I grew up he'd be working on those while I was building the latest Tom Daniel whatever. As I matured I grew to appreciate those kits as much as he did and am so glad I have them now. I still would love to see some of them reissued, especially the Monogram Bugatti 35B. Edited January 28, 2017 by Phirewriter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyser Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 (edited) Nice thing is, if you have model shows in range, these sell for nothing. $15 common, 5-10 if you buy multiples. I love these things, and AAM cast some great bodies mastered by Lee Baker for Duesies and Cords I was fortunate to buy new. Cord Beverly 4 door, Sportsman Roadster, and 5 diff Duesies. The MPC's are really nice too, as are Johans. The Imperial CG is gorgeous built. Lindberg SSK and Royale are the best cars they ever did, and Italeri does nice stuff that's cheap in Testors boxing. The MPC Stutz is nice, more scarce. Hellers are fiddly, but nice. Their 500K Special Roadster is the best out there, I stuffed a Monogram chassis under mine as it's less fiddly and has more strength. These are about the only kits I have lots of dupes. Fun to build PS Dave, great build of a sow's ear. Makes me want to get one and bash it with a 48 Ford Custom, fadeaways, Carson, and swap rear deck. Caddy or Olds grille, and Packard tails. Edited January 28, 2017 by keyser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim boyd Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 The MPC Stutz is nice, more scarce.The MPC Stutz Bearcast is the feature kit the current issue/"Classic Kits" column of the other modeling magazine. It's a really well done kit. TIM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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