1991 Pontiac Firebird (green) for a friend - wip

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April 22, 2020
Except this ugly mirrors, the D80 rear lid spoiler and golden rims, it will be like the car in the picture.
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October 15, 2021
Started with the main parts putting together
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October 15, 2021
The surrounding of the coolant system
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October 15, 2021
The engine switched to a TBI type
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October 15, 2021
Seats and firewall
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October 15, 2021
And the ground effects nearby the bumpers fitted to each other and the body.
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January 30, 2022
First step. Base coated.
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February 13, 2022
First layer of green. Not that good ...
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February 13, 2022
First layer of green sucked. See the shadows on the door? This couldn't been fixed with more layers or clear coat. Thanks to my experiences. So what to do? ....
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February 22, 2022
...wet sanding and a shiny black layer of color.
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February 23, 2022
New layer of green - awesome!
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February 23, 2022
No clear coat yet!
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February 23, 2022
Sweet. That's what I'm aiming for.
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February 27, 2022
Interior and engine is painted. Next is the detailing.
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October 2, 2022
8 months later I took four model kits to paint all the details. So the interior and engine is done. Next: Chassis.
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November 15, 2022
Interior is done
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November 15, 2022
Chassis is also done
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July 2, 2023
Turns through the last corner. The finish line ahead.
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July 2, 2023
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July 6, 2023
Rear lights and rear view mirrors them it's done.
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July 6, 2023
Last challenge: transform the lower rear lights (1/24) to 1/25 to fit to the original.

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1991 Firebird;
TBI, dark green metallic, grey interior, T-Top, D80, formula hood, diamond spokes (Gold), european style rear lights, ground effects

The only thing to costumize are the rear lights.

1989-1991 Pontiac Firebird for a friend

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1:24 1987 Pontiac Firebird GTA (Monogram 2743)

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