Ferrari 360 Modena, fully open

[mrawl]

A bit more progress to report.

I finished the headlights. I was considering CF, black, etc, but the body color shone up pretty well, so I stuck with that. I might change the amber corners to clear - I like the euro clear look. If you look closely you can see the globe in the main light...


The PE set includes front grills. but they are just complete rubbish, so I used the kit grills which I think are very nice.


I tried black paint here, but it wasn't working very well, so as per other models I've seen here I ended up edging the 'glass' with a black sharpie. I shook the pen nice and hard to get a thick wet coating (thin coating comes off too easily and looks a bit purplish). I slapped it on nice and thick and cleaned it up with a slightly damp toothpick to get a nice edge.


I used Testors Clear Parts Cement here. It's horrible stuff really, but I haven't found a better option. I might try odorless CA next time. Or even black CA which might give a 'gasket effect'.








BMW has an interior color called lemon. It's basically white with a very faint hint of yellowish cream in it. I love it!! It looks unbelievable in person. So I tried to mimic that color for my Ferrari. I also think Ferrari cream looks fantastic and I might try that for my next one. The radio display is a yellow/green enamel mix.

I tried to pay a lot of attention to the texture of the finish for the dash. I used my leather formula from my last model and a fairly dry spray of lacquer for the black surfaces (TS 29). The vents, knobs and duct area were left unpainted so they look like plastic as in the 1:1. It looks effective in person. I'm using EJAN stickers on this model.


The PE set includes a very nice instrument cluster face but it doesn't fit! Sheesh!! Not even close, so I can't use it - so I just painted it silver (which was tricky to mask).


I might add some detail painting later.




My first attempt at flocking. Not too difficult but I had trouble with the white glue clumping on the plastic base, not staying evenly spread. What's the trick? I might try applying the glue over acrylic paint next time. Or add soap to the glue?? Suggestions please!!

The Cavallino is a spare from the PE set. I painted the frame of the mesh carrier with the lemon color - Ferrari uses the interior color for this part.


I was going to go with auto and use the F1 paddles from the PE set, but I broke the gear lever off while preparing it for paint. So I went manual, which turned out great anyway...


Seats and all leather are painted lemon.


Just a mock up. Not finished yet. I'll get better pics next time







I hope to have another update ready very soon.

[mrawl]

Thanks for the feedback guys, it's much appreciated. I'll try to wind this one up pretty quickly, but still a bit to go.

Originally Posted by 360spider

I would love to see more progress pics of the trunk construction. ...

Sorry Alex, I don't have any progress pics, but I can provide some dimensions and materials info if that would be useful.

[robrex]

Originally Posted by mrawl

I can provide some dimensions and materials info if that would be useful.

I'd be very keen to see this as well! You're doing a wonderful job on this kit!

[Honny]

Great progress and i love that interior, the colour combination looks perfect.

I saw you having troubles getting the PE dashboard airvents to fit in the beginning but at the end you didnt add them on? howcome? also im just wondering what are your thoughts on the overall CM PE set for the 360, its pretty costy and is it worth it?

once again awesome progress !

[gionc]

OMG! You're really doing a superb job, front trunk, details everywhere.... also the finishing is fantastic.

[360spider]

Originally Posted by mrawl

Thanks for the feedback guys, it's much appreciated. I'll try to wind this one up pretty quickly, but still a bit to go.

Sorry Alex, I don't have any progress pics, but I can provide some dimensions and materials info if that would be useful.

Yeah, that would be great! thanks!

[klutz_100]

Pristine job

[Enzoenvy1]

Originally Posted by mrawl

Sorry Alex, I don't have any progress pics, but I can provide some dimensions and materials info if that would be useful.

X3 I might just want to open mine after seeing your awesome work! This is a great build. I truly love these kinds of builds. I guess cause it is a Ferrari but I really love all of your originality. I can't remember seeing a better looking 360.

[Joe Blyth]

Beautiful work! I love the color of the interior. You mentioned you use Testors clear parts cement, and you haven't found anything better; I use future floor polish, believe it or not, for small clear parts. I wouldn't use it on a windscreen or anything, but for headlights, taillilghts, etc. it's great!

[vrossi85]

love the interior and great paint job there!! I cant wait to look at the final product!!

Ro

[fastdupree]

Mrawl, Everytime I see a 360 well done with serious detail, I think I want to build one like it. But, it's hard to even start the build when someone like you create not just a great build but a better one. This interior color man is awsome. If you ever sell this baby, let me know. Great attention to detail work on the headlight lens also.

[jmwallac]

Fantastic progress! I really like the ivory color seats!

I've had the same issues with flocking. I've found a matt paint helps keep the glue from "sliding" around. I'm also quite liberal with the glue and add way more flocking then necessary. While the glue is still wet, I firmly press the flocking with my finger and then LEAVE IT TO DRY! After it has dried, I brush the excess onto wax paper, and return it to it's container. Seems to work OK.

GREAT WORK!

[sportracer02]

Great job, clean work !!!

[pawlie]

Looks fantastic, keep up the good work!

[deward]

Thats just crazy, and i like it.