Bengalensis Posted January 27, 2021 Author Share Posted January 27, 2021 The type of registration plates I'm trying to make isn't a plain white base, they are actually a slightly off-white, sometimes with a hint of cream and they are reflective. I usually never bother, but in this scale I thought I'd try to make something. Into the white I mixed a tiny amount of cream-beige colour and a little bit of silver, and I also added some pearl effect. The camera doesn't pick much of it up. If this was a good idea or not remains to be seen. After the black has been applied they will get a clear coat. A second coat of red has been applied to the M-sign. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 You are so close to the finish now. Unbelievable! Did we not calculate about eight parts per day at the beginning of this thread? Marvellous! Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted January 28, 2021 Author Share Posted January 28, 2021 11 hours ago, AdrianMF said: You are so close to the finish now. Unbelievable! Did we not calculate about eight parts per day at the beginning of this thread? Marvellous! Thanks a lot Adrian. I think it was something like that yes. I still find it hard to believe it has now come to this point, especially looking back to the first engine parts being assembled... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted January 28, 2021 Author Share Posted January 28, 2021 The registration plates have been finished and I'm quite happy with my paint experiment. Again the camera isn't really showing the result. The Motormännen badge and the S-plate are also fitted, and a club sticker found its way to the rear window. I think it's finished now. Just two quick complete pictures on the workbench: 19 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted January 28, 2021 Share Posted January 28, 2021 Hey, I'm the first to say congratulations. It's been an epic build, and it has ended up as a magnificent model. A pleasure to follow. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fightersweep Posted January 28, 2021 Share Posted January 28, 2021 Congratulations Jorgen! This build is such an achievement and an absolute showcase of advanced modelling skills. It's been a real pleasure following the progress of the Citroen and the end result is breathtaking. Thank you for sharing this with us in such detail. It's a beauty! Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted January 28, 2021 Share Posted January 28, 2021 What a gorgeous thing to look at, and I'm still amazed you finished it in this time frame, and to this standard. Absolutely wonderful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Congratulations Jorgen If I hadn't followed the build, I wouldn't have believed what you have achieved was possible with a humble model kit, absolutely outstanding cheers Pat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Dapple Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Hi Jörgen, I've followed quietly since I know little beyond the basics about cars... but I've very much enjoyed the process, and the end result is truly beautiful Lovely job mate, you should be very proud of that Cheers, Stew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Looks ready to drive away! Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherry268 Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Wow, wow, wow and wow A truly inspirational build that we all should aspire to ( and personally no chance of) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyOD Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Oof. That is absolute showstopper. Fantastic work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 A quite amazing build, from start to finish. The attention to detail, and the methodical way you have overcome any problems along the way, has been most impressive. How on earth are you going to top this one? Tony. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 1 hour ago, TonyW said: How on earth are you going to top this one? Tony. Scratch built 1/4 scale version obviously. Just kidding ! I can't see how you top this either. Cheers Pat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinxman Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Magnificent. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnson Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Stunning! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 1 hour ago, JOCKNEY said: I can't see how you top this either. Don't worry, I'm sure he'll think of something 😉 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Amazing build Jörgen! It has all been said, including by me... superb! It was a pleasure to watch you tackle this one. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 @Pete in Lincs @fightersweep @JeroenS @JOCKNEY @Stew Dapple @AdrianMF @cherry268 @TonyOD @TonyW @Jinxman @Johnson Thank you all so very much! It's been a pleasure and you have all contributed to push me along the journey. Much appreciated! On 29/01/2021 at 05:41, Stew Dapple said: I've followed quietly since I know little beyond the basics about cars... but I've very much enjoyed the process, and the end result is truly beautiful It's been great to have you following along. Maybe inspiration to try building a car some day 😎 On 29/01/2021 at 11:38, AdrianMF said: Looks ready to drive away! I'll stop by your place when I drive it to England next time, OK 👍 7 hours ago, cherry268 said: A truly inspirational build that we all should aspire to ( and personally no chance of) Ah, you may very well achieve similar things, just look at your wood painting on your Citroën 👍 3 hours ago, TonyW said: How on earth are you going to top this one? Not easy, but just keep building what is enjoyable and stick to subjects that are inspiring, from times when beautiful things were created, and you'll never know.... 2 hours ago, JOCKNEY said: Scratch built 1/4 scale version obviously. Naah, anything bigger scale than this and I'm working in 1/1 scale, so maybe that's where it happens . Oh, but I do have a 1/6 scale "kit" of an Alpine A110 stashed... 38 minutes ago, JeroenS said: Don't worry, I'm sure he'll think of something 😉 I've already cracked down on a new model this evening..., but I don't think it will seriously match no. And I need to attend some of my 1/1 scale projects in good time before the spring comes, so I may have time to cook up some sort of plan... 😎 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 Congratrulations J ö r g e n. This will be remembered as one of the all time great builds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandboof Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 Absolute stunner Martin H 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Lyttle Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 La maquette de la Citroën C'est plus brillante!! 🥇🏆🎖️ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Posted February 3, 2021 Share Posted February 3, 2021 Much is already said, but this absolutely stunning! Model building on the absolutely highest level, among the best models I've ever seen - especially compared to what was in the box! This must be the best build of this kit ever! Truly inspiring, I have to start my 1/16 DS 19 soon! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_W Posted February 5, 2021 Share Posted February 5, 2021 I have to say this is amazing. And you got all the hinges and springs to work. Hats of to you sir. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted February 5, 2021 Share Posted February 5, 2021 oh yeah! that black... love it!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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