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Old 03-14-2008, 03:47 PM
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Karmann Ghia Ubercharged WIP!

Hi all, took break from 'tuners' to build something totally different and fun for me!

Concept is an ultra cool Ghia with some ROD flavor. I will update this thread soon, so check back and let me know what you think. Here are some pics ...

The kit :



Early mockup :




Rear wheelwells cut to make room for whitewall slicks :


Made mini tubs from sheet styrene :




Body mods were subtle. Side trim removed, some holes filled, trunk vents cut out, reshaped hood trim, etc. In primer now awaiting final wet sand + paint :



Wheel choice :




More in next post ...

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