1957 Chevrolet
Bel Air Hardtop (Customized)



I used the custom parts from the reissued version of the original AMT '57 Chevy.


I also removed the side trim and radiused the rear wheel openings.


The first coat of primer has been laid down here.


Still a bit of body work remaining.


Here is is with the base color coat applied.


The paint is a custom mix that I put together from some leftovers.


I made a flair around the rear wheel openings using strip styrene and filler.



I made decals to simulate panel painting and scallops in the style of the late 50s and early 60s. Click here to check out the technique.

   

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