Revell Futura

Nice. i like the green metal paint. hopefully now that R2(amt) have released a proper batmobile, people will start building the futura as it was meant to be.

Thanks!

WOW, Philo--still turning out high quality stuff, I see? Is that like "Linwood Green"? What a cool color! Great model!

Ive been so busy that Ive only now been able to post anything here. Your work never disappoints though!

No teasing.We need more pics!Are ya new or something?

I'm glad you guys like this!I used a BBC and chassis from an AMT '57 Chevy!     

I custom mixed the paint using Tamiya Chrome silver with a small amount of Clear Green using the box art as a guide.I still have to install the radiator bulkhead,radiator and shroud as well as the master cylinder.The original kit(mine is the '94 re-issue)is a pretty crude affair with multi-piece body and no engine or chassis detail.I had the AMT Street rod kit and the chassis fit after I narrowed  the floor pan with my Dremel and a cut-off wheel.I like the high-boy stance that harkens back to the '60s and '70s!

Cool color idea there, Philo. I just learned something!

Holy Suspension !

Very nice chassis addition to that old kit !

Hopefully, Revell will re-issue the kit soon after the Batmobile is on the shelves so other builders can follow your lead.

From what I recall, the Futura kit engine bay is somewhat shallow.

Did you encounter any engine height  vs. engine bay height  problems ?

Yes I did1The engine I used has a high rise intake and large carb so I had to cut a hole in the hood and add a hood scoop!

I added the radiator,fan shroud master cylinder and battery box.next up:the front bumper/grill.    

Looks nice !

Reminds me of the days when car owners could actually see the engine in the engine bay.

I hear ya!Nowadays its hard to see any parts due to all of the shields and covers.

Looking good !

Have you added any detail to the passenger compartment?

No! its pretty basic but I like the tan seats.