Aoshima Toyota Celica LB 1978

[potsie]

This is my finished Aoshima Toyota Celica LB 1978 (kit #049198). Paint is Model Master Turquoise Green over Tamiya TS-50 Mica Blue. The use of the blue undercoat was suggested by a family member with a graphic design background as an attempt to bring out the richness of the green suggested by the rattle-can lid. The thickness of the lacquer paint meant the blue did not permeate even the first coat of green, however, so the end result is almost like a metallic pastel; if such a thing exists.

The model was built out of the box. This is an update / reissue of an old motorised kit, so the details are not great; especially the suspension and chassis. I decided not the install the very chrome front and rear bumpers as I liked to look of the bumper delete. The kit box-art and instructions also called for chromed front and rear light clusters, but I went with other versions in the kit that I painted Tamiya Champagne Gold for accent against the green. The wheel spokes are also Champagne Gold.

Grant.

[Resiniann]

How much did you buy it for? Judging by the level of detail, it's pretty expensive.

[potsie]

The kit is a re-release of an old motorised model, so it is not actually super detailed; especially in terms of the chassis and suspension. I can't remember exactly, but I think it was ~$45AUD about three years ago. Looks like it is still available for around this price now.

[Resiniann]

Originally Posted by potsie

The kit is a re-release of an old motorised model, so it is not actually super detailed; especially in terms of the chassis and suspension. I can't remember exactly, but I think it was ~$45AUD about three years ago. Looks like it is still available for around this price now.

You can, but quite difficult, it costs 50 or more now.

[360spider]

Very nice!

[potsie]

Originally Posted by 360spider

Very nice!

Thanks. This was an unexpectedly nice kit to build with plenty of options for the front and rear end.

[Wardcolfer]

Originally Posted by potsie

The kit is a re-release of an old motorised model, so it is not actually super detailed; especially in terms of the chassis and suspension. I can't remember exactly, but I think it was ~$45AUD about three years ago. Looks like it is still available for around this price now.

Too bad it's not as detailed, I'll think ten times now whether to buy or not.

[potsie]

Originally Posted by Wardcolfer

Too bad it's not as detailed, I'll think ten times now whether to buy or not.

Yes, I suspect the new Hasegawa kit would be better in terms of detail, though I have not seen the Hasegawa kit in person to confirm. Would some modification to get super-low suspension and bodykit.

[Plastheniker]

Beautiful, turquoise looks perfect!