QUOTE: Originally posted by rangerj
Craig,
Very nice 55 Chevy. Looks very real. The color scheme is an excellent choice. Please tell us more about the paint, that is who makes it and where to get it. It looks very authentic.
I want to do a 57 Chevy hardtop in that scheme. I think Chevy used that scheme in 57 with a bronze body and light roof on the hardtop. I think Chevy used the bronze up through 59 or 60. Could you share a little of your research on the colors?
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Thanks to all for the comments.
Here is the info you asked about my research/paint and some info/links that may be helpful for you 57 build.
The model was painted with MCW lacquers and clear coated with Dupont clear lacquer.
I bought the paint from, Model Car World Automotive Finishes (MCW). They sell lacquer and some acrylic enamel paints for most available colors on most cars through the 70’s. Click on ‘Paint’ and then select make (GM in this case), available colors are listed by year. I have used this paint (lacquer) many times and have always had great success. After mailing in the order you can expect for it to arrive in about two weeks. There is an order form on the site to print out but they do not take orders online.
http://ourworld.cs.com/mcwautofinishes/
Here is a link to a color reference site. Just follow the drop down menus and select the make and year to get the color chips and options.
http://www.autocolorlibrary.com/scripts/depot.exe?pgm=aclgate.bbx
Here are a couple reference sites for you I had booked mark for the 57.
http://www.rafaz57chevyclub.homestead.com/main.html
This link has a neat little intro with B/W photos for the tri 50’s, watch it or skip it it’ll bring you to another page, click on ‘Reference’ there is an assembly manual for each of the tri 50’s. I used the 55 assembly manual for building reference when it came to the engine and chassis details.
http://www.55-57chevys.com/
I hope this helps and answers your questions. I am always happy to help out any way I can, but I am no expert by any stretch!