Ford Capri Gr.5 "Open Version " in progress

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kurtl

01-04-2004, 06:21 PM

Ford Capri Gr.5

It's this time of the year again. Like in previous years, in this time of
the year I usually start a bigger modeling/modifying project and this year
is no exception. I've choosen to do Tamiya's Ford Capri Gr.5 (Item N°
24014). If you know this model maybe you'll start thinking why this project,
since it's not such a special kit at all.
That part is true of course, but if you've seen my previous big modifying
projects (CLK-DTM and WRC-Subaru), you know what to expect.
The Ford Capri is going to be build like shown in the attached picture of
the real thing, however the model will feature open doors and an opened
trunk as well.
The only addition to this kit will be the etched inserts for the rims.
Everything else will be done scratchbuilding. With this report I'd like to
share with you how I tackle such a big project and this from in the very
beginning.

Have fun with it. I'm looking forward to all comments and suggestions.
Cheers,
Kurtl

http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/org01.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/01.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/03.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/04.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/05.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/06.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/07.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/08.jpg

http://www.kb-modellbau.at

continuation follows.................

SchuberT

01-04-2004, 08:00 PM

looks cool so far, but i cant really understand what you said :)

SonyMobile

01-04-2004, 08:14 PM

WOW, looks good so far, what a way to test your scrath building capabilities, and yours already amaze me, try to keep us updated as frequently as possible, im going to be watching this like a hawk :sunglasse

kurtl

01-05-2004, 01:25 AM

looks cool so far, but i cant really understand what you said :)

Sorry for my bad English.But I use a translation program.!!!!!!!
Greet
Kurtl

Layla's Keeper

01-05-2004, 03:07 AM

If you want a TON of parts that are basically the same as what you're going to be needing there, hunt down the SSP reissue of the Monogram Motorsports Mustang. It's the same basic car, except skinned as a Mustang.

http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/502/94398Motorsports_Mustang-med.jpg
This is the kit to look for. You can usually find them on eBay for cheap.

kunta

01-05-2004, 04:43 AM

What an extraordinary project you started! :eek: :p
You're truly engineer or something.
can't wait to see how that Capri would be constructed.

WeaPoN [X]

01-05-2004, 04:47 AM

That is WiLD! keep it up, cant wait for the Finished product.

stump

01-05-2004, 06:20 AM

AWESOME :eek2: :eek2: :eek2: :eek2: :eek2: :eek2:
That is one of the BEST projects I've seen, can't wait to see more

cheers stump :aus:

GT-Alex

01-05-2004, 07:05 AM

Interesting project !
You'll spend a lot of time on it i think, i'll look forward for this thread.

Orion37170

01-05-2004, 09:39 AM

i agree. a VERY interesting project!

simdel1

01-09-2004, 02:39 AM

looks like this is going to be amazing.

i noticed that in one of the shots you had a second shell of the capri. what are you planning to do with that?

MrHappy

01-09-2004, 03:06 AM

A Ford Capri!!!!!
Love them or hate them still a classic.
I bow to a truly original project. :worshippy
Best of look and keep us updated.

chrismcgee

01-09-2004, 06:24 AM

what a project! amazing scratch building skills dude, totaly amazing!

JBarry

01-09-2004, 07:22 AM

Sorry for my bad English.But I use a translation program.!!!!!!!
Greet
Kurtl

haha! Kurtl, your Engrish is fine.

And I will be watching this thread to see you work your magic. Thanks for the very fine photos and welcome to AF.

J. Barry

kurtl

01-16-2004, 06:05 PM

............the next pictures of mine progressed
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/10.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/11.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/13.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/14.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/15.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/16.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/17.jpg
Greet
Kurtl

flyonthewall

01-16-2004, 06:53 PM

Amazing stuff! Do you have alot of reference for this?

Veyron

01-16-2004, 07:23 PM

All I can say is, measure twice, cut once.

Gainsbourg

01-17-2004, 01:36 PM

This kind of projects always fascinated me.
A progress thread to fallow at all cost.

willimo

01-17-2004, 02:02 PM

Great project! This place really prevents anyone fromy hubris.... So many talented builders building. Your capri looks fantastic, I really like the complete and utter detail you are going for. Take away the bottles and cans and put your progress in a little garage.. you'd fool us all into thinking that's a full size project! Keep it up.

kurtl

01-30-2004, 04:34 PM

the next steps…………
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/18.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/19.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/20.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/radaufhaengung/05.jpg
Greet
Kurtl

Layla's Keeper

01-30-2004, 07:30 PM

I believe the term I'm looking for is "HOLYDECRAP!"

You're reaching for a new high level of incredible, kurtl. I love what you're doing with the chassis and that photoetch wheel center is gorgeous.

Did you have them custom done, or are those photoetch centers available from some aftermarket source?

OPM

01-30-2004, 08:43 PM

that is DAMN hot stuff. :eek7:

tpliquid

01-31-2004, 02:15 AM

*****FAINT**************
damn it looks soo sexy!! i love it already very skillful!!

SchuberT

01-31-2004, 03:25 PM

i'd almost think you were scratch building a 1:1 car... damn, it's crazy how much work you're putting into a 1:24... great job man

gt1car

01-31-2004, 08:22 PM

:screwy: are you crazy!!! this projects is greath!!
:smile:

JBarry

02-01-2004, 12:16 AM

Man, that ride rules! I can't wait to see it completed.

Keep up the awesome work bro.

J. Barry

kurtl

02-08-2004, 04:11 PM

.........it continues to go
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/22.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/23.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/25.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/26.jpg
original photo !!
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/27.jpg
http://www.kb-modellbau.at/werktisch/bilder/fco/28.jpg

pfiat euch
Kurtl

my HP http://www.kb-modellbau.at

Orion37170

02-08-2004, 05:22 PM

an outstanding model!

Andy

kurtl

02-21-2004, 08:56 AM

Veyron

02-21-2004, 09:23 AM

Wow! Nice progress!

flyonthewall

02-21-2004, 09:31 AM

Its still amazing me!

Motard

02-21-2004, 10:02 AM

Just outstanding.

Are you sure you have not painted a cutting mat design on to your garage floor and this is really a 1:1 Capri :smile:

labandabonnot

02-21-2004, 11:10 AM

What an extraordinary project you started! :eek: :p
You're truly engineer or something.

:iagree::1:
:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek: No words...

GT-Alex

02-21-2004, 11:21 AM

This project is going better and better each time you update it.
Keep us posted please !

vwman

02-21-2004, 12:18 PM

Quote:
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Originally Posted by kunta
What an extraordinary project you started!
You're truly engineer or something.
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:iagree::1:
:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek: No words...
:iagree:

fwdfreak

02-21-2004, 12:39 PM

you are insane.com

SchuberT

02-21-2004, 01:23 PM

definately one of the most abitious projects posted lately... i wish you the best in this build... great job!

Orion37170

02-21-2004, 03:49 PM

WOW! Everytime i see this model......amazing! still amazing!

bigfrit

02-22-2004, 04:21 AM

Wow, it's crafty, stylish, and crazy!

I love it!

Good progress,
Oli

DasWiesel

02-22-2004, 05:05 AM

:grinno: Can´t believe this! It´s truly the best i´ve seen in this scale ever!
Very nice work on the doors. Some more details about the way you made them would be kind :worshippy

RallyRaider

02-22-2004, 05:47 AM

Incredible. The car is really starting to come together now and looks like it could even top your previous amazing efforts!
If it's not too much trouble could you please explain exactly how you constructed those hinges? I'm trying to do something similar at the moment on the engine cover of a Stratos.

kurtl

03-27-2004, 06:43 AM

drumcat

03-27-2004, 08:09 AM

whoa.... that is truly awsome where did you get the diamond plating? nicel detailed pedals :biggrin:

lotusmark2

03-27-2004, 09:59 AM

looking great, one of my all time favorite cars

SchuberT

03-27-2004, 12:57 PM

i'm sure if Fine Scale Modeller or any other big name magazine saw this thread, they couldnt resist writing an article on this build... it's just so awesome

vwman

03-27-2004, 01:09 PM

Its so AMAZING !!!!
BTW: HOw you are going to paint those parts??

robrex

03-27-2004, 04:22 PM

Awesome work!!!

tsuchiya

03-27-2004, 10:57 PM

wao.....Incredible
keep up your good effort!

kurtl

04-10-2004, 10:30 AM

willimo

04-10-2004, 10:36 AM

Yay! Another update. This is great. This is the coolest build going on right now hands down. The best! I'm really interested in this build, thank you for sharing it with us. The detail is incredible and to see it all go together is awesome.

Orion37170

04-10-2004, 10:55 AM

:iagree:
simply incredible!

GvEman

04-10-2004, 10:56 AM

Amazing!
in witch scale is this car in?

kurtl

04-10-2004, 11:06 AM

Amazing!
in witch scale is this car in?
the scale is 1/24

Greet
Kurtl

slk320

04-10-2004, 11:15 AM

This Is Great!!!

GvEman

04-10-2004, 11:38 AM

O hell! i thoght that it was in 1/18 or somthing:P great work! and you seams to have a good camera.

turbo type-r

04-10-2004, 02:00 PM

very custom and cool

labandabonnot

04-10-2004, 02:21 PM

... and you seams to have a good camera.

What impresses me the most is your good fingers!:loser: :eek: I still haven't found words to express my... fascination!

GvEman

04-10-2004, 02:48 PM

What impresses me the most is your good fingers!:loser: :eek: I still haven't found words to express my... fascination!

:iagree:

kurtl

04-24-2004, 01:46 AM

fola

04-24-2004, 02:12 AM

Kurt that is Just out of this or any other world real crazy stuff Nuts!! :banghead: :screwy: :banghead: :screwy: :banghead: fantastic !!!

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