Rizzo Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Finally finished this one It's the first car model I've made, but the kit quality made it an easy one to start with. Tamiya Lotus 79+ photoetch EJan Andretti figure F'artefice decals I'd like to make another one at some point, but just as the bare chassis to go along with this one- so much gets hidden once it's all together. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Lovely job. I've built this kit too, and have the Martini version in my stash. Great result there..... Roy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnie the panda Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Wow! thats beautiful, well done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.Tasker Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Clean, crisp and nice photography brilliant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Definitely the best - looking F1 car EVER ! I have one of these in my stash, and if it turns out half as good as yours I'll be peased . . . Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallPaul Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 That's Very Nice. Just started the Tamiya Lotus 78. Great inspiration. Agree withStarfighter, the black and Lotus has never been bettered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macgregor Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Very, very tasty indeed, well done! Mac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecov Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 A lovely build of an iconic car. My favourite F1 car of all time. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mencie Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Very nice indeed, well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Lovely work, very well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaker Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Beautiful work. What do you use as a clear coat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs2man Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Utterly stunning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louiex2 Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 That's excellent in always Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted December 20, 2014 Author Share Posted December 20, 2014 Thanks all for the comments Beautiful work. What do you use as a clear coat? I used Mr Color GX100- "super clear III" mixed with their leveling thinner (one part paint to two parts thinner) Sprays really well, and didn't need any polishing to finish it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Noble Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 You made an excellent job of the Lotus, especially the gloss black, which looks stunning!! It's a very unforgiving colour to get right, but you certainly did, the finish looks flawless. I'm not a fan of this particular car, I just don't like the overly square shape, in fact I find it quite unattractive. I think the real beauty of the 79 is when the bodywork is removed. It really does take on a totally different look then ☺ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwinism Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Beautiful work - almost enough to tempt me away from aircraft! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triumphfan Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Superb build. The PE set adds some subtle detail for a realistic appearance. To me, the major plus on your model is the driver. I really like the way you have done the belts, the finish on the helmet looks great too. Don't see enough race cars with seated drivers so well done. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Vale Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 That looks excellent, the pinstriping is incredibly neat and I love seeing cars with drivers. Beautiful work - almost enough to tempt me away from aircraft! It does have wings Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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