Tamiya's killer Mercedes Benz S600 coupe

[ZoomZoomMX-5]

This is a model that blew me away w/it's scale fidelity when I built it in '97. I built it to compete at the GSL in the box stock class-it's really the only time I specifically built a model to compete at a particular show. I was quite surprised to receive 1st place in box stock, and best paint awards for it-the competition at that show is fierce, the models on the tables there are the best you can imagine-yet it's a very fun and laid-back show. If you can ever make it (it's running this weekend), it's well worth the trip.

This is the first kit that I ever detailed every single part like it was a model unto itself. I looked at the 1:1 cars at the dealership on a Sunday morning and took copious notes. I paint detailed everything, including the little etched safety markings at the base of the side glass, and I even paint detailed wheel weights and VIN tag. I weathered the chassis so that it would look like a slightly used new car that's been through a few rainstorms. I couldn't use flocking, so I had to use textured paint for the carpet. This model was fun to build, because there were no assembly issues; all I had to concentrate on was the finish of each part. Paint is custom-mixed Testors enamels and clear (and though I primarily use Tamiya and automotive paints now, this is still my best, smoothest and most in-scale paint job ever), the lower fascias and side cladding are painted in more of a satin/semi-gloss finish. Some of the pics are new, some are old.

[mike united]

This is a really nice kit to build. Your build looks awesome, great job.

Mike

[tpliquid]

hot sexy!!!

[Jaymes]

very unique car...nice build

[willimo]

Beautiful! Thanks for posting all your back models. I am enjoying them!

[RallyRaider]

Very easy to see how it won those awards, especially best paint. Congrats!

[Wheelin75r]

wow, this looks freakin' realistic!!

[primera man]

Always a joy to view your models ZZ

[DJPaul]

you did an ammazing job

[2.2 Straight six]

damn that looks nice, got any pics of the model ? j/k.
i just ordered a S600Sec 4-door, 500Sec and 500Sec lorinser, im glad now, since ive seen what the engine will look like in the '600. thats a great model you have there. entering into any competitions ?

[ImolaEK]

BeautifuL Perfect colors Detail looks amazing.

[Amazon]

Clean build! Cleaner than..eh..a surgeons operating table

[eph2]

Nice Build!! Looks like a real car!!

[chaos]

Very cooL!

[73superduty]

Bob that looks fantastic. I can see why it garnered awards. The paint is very nice and the execution, wow.
Chris