Request from you guys.

Hey guys I have a request that I'm not sure has happened on these forums before :).

Here's the thing, my cousin (well semi-cousin, long story) has really been an inspiration into my automotive hobby and career with his 69 Stang he restored himself and I would like to pay him back somehow. I am no good at building models and I have stopped because I prefer to buy the diecast 1/18 scales since I cant screw those up since they are built already. The thing is I want to give him a model, 1/18 scale or larger, 1/8 MAX, of the Mustang he restored, why you say? Well he sold it to start another project but I want him to remember it forever and remeber me and the effect it had on me aswell. I was wondering if someone here, preferably within the US or Canada would be willing to build one, possibly 2 models of his mustang. I currently have 1 picture of it and thats it :( but I am getting my aunt to hunt down some more hopefully and attempt to get some more information on it. I would like to see what you have built before to make sure your a credible builder and that this project isn't jsut something to make money off of. I want to know an approx. cost of building a model of his stang and how long it will take you to do it/finish it. Another issue is the paint, it is his own custom color he made at his buddys shop so it will be hard to match up but aslong as it is semi close then I can live with it, I don't expect the EXACT color. Please let me know ASAP if you want to do this project for me and help me out. Currently the only way I can pay you are via PayPal, Cash, Wire Transfer and Western Union. Let me know or email me, [email protected]

Thanks a bunch!

Be aware that this hobby is usually a labour of love, it takes a lot of time, effort and talent (or at least persistence) to make a 'special' model. If you are after something done really well, you'll have to be prepared to pay a pretty steep price. And that is if a suitable kit can be found. If extensive scratchbuilding is required, it becomes an even more time consuming and therefore expensive proposition.

The upside is, you could have a go building it yourself! :)

Name the price and I will consider it, I got a few months before I go see him and I might make my own trip out later if I do carry this out just to give it to him, long drive but its worth it.

I'll show you the models I built and why i shouldn't be allowed near anything plastic with glue :) nevermind paint + custom, just doesn't work to well for me, too small. I have ripped out an old Stingray I've been working on to get some skills back but I doubt I will be able to do anything near as good as some of these guys, and for my cousin I want it to be the best it can be, without buying the car back for him.

Nobody could quote a price without knowing exactly what you want done. Anyway, I'm not from North America nor do I have the time. There are some custom model building companies I've seen on the net, can't think of where at the moment unfortunately. But as I say above they ain't cheap.

Post the picture and details of the car and you might get some takers. Just make sure you appreciate the scale of the task and don't try to undervalue their work. I say this because customers of custom builds often accuse builders of ripping them off, but in my experience it is always the other way around.

69 Mustang Fastback 351 Ford Racing Crate Engine Crager SS rims are a start I will get more detailed info to come, www.AllGoNoShow.info/EddiesStang.JPG (http://www.AllGoNoShow.info/EddiesStang.JPG) is a picture I have right now, Aunt is hunting for more.

nice car.

Anyone who'd build you a half decent model would charge you well in the triple digits (US dollars that is) for a model. And that looks like about a 40-60 hour job to me

Hopefully someone or a few will give me a quote if they are willing to do it

For your information, that's not a '69 Mustang, it's a '67 Shelby...or it's a Mustang restored to look like the '67 Shelby. One of my favorite Mustangs of all times, this looks like a gorgeous car. Good luck w/your project. You'll need to get a lot of information and pics to the builder somehow, some way.

Zoom,
I`m not sure, but it looks like it may actually be a `69. Look at the rear quarter panels and the spoiler in the rear. Although the roof line does look interesting. Hmmm...

Allgo:
I`m not aware of any kit larger than 1/18 scale of that year Mustang. However, if you settle for 1/24, there are many choices. I have sold basic stock buildups with no modifications,except wiring and hoses, for $300++ which is a very reasonable rate. Some professional builders won`t do anything for less than $500 and can charge $1500 or more. A 1/18 scale version of that car with all the modifications will be a pretty penny, unless someone is really willing to sacrifice alot of time for you. Not trying to discourage you, just giving you a heads up. The car is absolutely beautiful!

No Zoom, its a 69, Trust me, One-off resotrations tend to look different but it is a sweet car. Thanks for the suggestions Hawk, I'll take it into consideration, I found a 1/18 scale model that looks fairly close to the stock body so all I would need woul dbe rims + paint + skirts and the exterior would be done, I am considering ordering it and maybe doing this myself.

I am considering ordering it and maybe doing this myself.


If you are able to swing it, that is probably best. And you might find that you like it and we may have a new addition to the hobby! :)

What is in your picture is a '67 Shelby, or a look-alike made from a '67 or '68 Mustang. It is NOT a '69 Mustang, or he spent a ton of time completely rebodying a '69 into a '67 which would be completely insane. Either your picture is wrong, or your information is wrong. Do a google image search if you don't believe me, there are major body differences, especially in the rear quarters, C pillar, side glass, grille...well, everything. I've got a built blue '67 Shelby model...it looks nearly identical to the pictured car. I've been a '67/'68 Mustang fastback fanatic forever. Trust me, please check your references thoroughly before paying someone to build a '69 Mustang when the one you show in the picture isn't what any '69 Mustang I have ever seen has looked like.

Here's a '67 Shelby GT 500:
http://www.thecarsource.com/shelby/1967/blackett/Gt500_4b2.jpg

Here's a '69 Mustang:
http://www.boss302.com/9f221579.jpg

Trust me on this. Do some homework, you won't regret it.

I'll be following this debate closely as i'm a musting fan and i'd swear it was a 67

Zoom,
After looking again at the `69 I have here, the rear side windows are not present on the car in the picturehe gave us, and the roof line is different. I have to agree with you now that the car in his picture is actually a `67. Unless, of course, he made the major body modifications you mention. The "`67" I had here for reference was just a regular GT fastback, and was actually a `66. I shouldn`t have questioned your better judgement. :)

Well he spent 3 years building the car and from what I remember him telling me, it was a 69 Mustang ground up restoration, not a 67' Mustang,, I will check with him again.