Eleanor inspired progress pics

[Hawk312]

I was considering doing a "Eleanor" version of the Mustang GT500 for a local contest. I am wondering if anyone has ever tried this conversion. I was thinking of using Monogram`s GT350H model as the basis, but looking at the pictures of Eleanor, it looks like I have alot of modifying and scratch building to get it right. I`m not sure if anyone make wheels that are similar to the movie car either. Anyone have any tips? Here are some pics of the subject:
"Eleanor" from Gone in 60 seconds

[mstngcobrasvt98]

I've tried to do it. I used an actual GT-500, but I forgot who made it. When you do it, make sure the front end is right, otherwise it won't look right. I'll try to find who mae mine.

[rcmaxx]

just wait for FLYONTHEWALL to make the conversion kit, then we can just pay him while he does all the work.

[nustad]

I would use the AMT/ERTL GT-500 kit. This has a red GT500 on the box and is often available on Ebay.

The GT350H model is not the right body shape.

If you used a Monogram GT350 race car front apron that would be a good start for additional mods. You could also look for some wheels from an AC Cobra as they often have the Halibrand style wheels that are on Eleanor.

Good luck.

Cheers

Glenn

[Hawk312]

I've tried to do it. I used an actual GT-500, but I forgot who made it.

I know AMT made one a little while back, but I am avoiding them like the plague. Is that the one you used maybe?
Revell/Monogram have two GT500`s available now, but they both have die cast metal bodies, which is not good considering I may have to do some cutting.
I am considering just doing a GT350 version that is similar to the movie car instead of going through all this trouble. The show is only a month and a half away, and that`s cutting it close for whatever project I do. I am not sure how the judges will react to a "pseudo" Eleanor. Oh well. At least I will like it.
Did you finish the project? I can`t beleive I am the first one to attempt this.
On another note, what kind of putty does everyone here use? I need somthing strong that wont crack, and something that responds well to sanding/smoothing.

[Wes Moran]

Man I so so so got what you need u can go ahead and thank me.
I got the exact rims and tires you need I mean u mit have to do a wheel well job on the kit but there what ur lookin for. There the exact same rims just with the Black center and gold tri spoke hubs. I got them from a Shelby Cobra diecast model I recked. I think I can fit them into a pair of tires I got off a prowler model I never finshed. I'll do some mods see if they fit and take some pics for u. The only proablems are they maybe a little to big and mit look like 20 inch rims and u'll need to paint them the right colors also it mit cost you $5 dollars which I think is good compensation for the rims and the other two tires I have to take from my Ford Woody delivery truck. But if u don't want them I'll do my own GT-500.

[mstngcobrasvt98]

Its about 11:16 P.M. here, so I won't take long. I'll take some pics of the one I did and post them here. Its supposed to be a look-a-like, not the real thing. And AMT/Ertl was the maker of my kit, it was the 3 in one, the only thing wrong with that kit is the hood scoop isn't in the middle of the hood but more towards the front.

[Hawk312]

It looks like the Eleanor project isn`t going to happen now. The great variances between AMT`s and RMX`x Mustang bodies have made it impossible for me to complete this and have it ready in time.
However, I am going to modify the 66 Shelby GT350H Monogram model to look similar to Eleanor, with the Shelby 350R bumper from that kit, and body colored side pipes and low profile tires. I`ll try to post progress pics. I ahve Tamiya`s light gun metal spray and Black for the stripes. I think it will still be an instering "Eleanor inspired" prject. What do you think?

[YellowMaranello]

awww, thats sad to hear. I was looking forward to seeing it. I still think you should do it. If not for the show, at least for your own satisfaction. Then you don't have to rush and can pay more attention to the little details.

[Lownslow]

thats a lot better than tossing it out the window and be left with the urgest that didnt stop me from making a interceptor look alike

[Hawk312]

Well, I promised I would post some progress pics of this project that began as an effort to replicate the "Eleanor" Shelby Mustang GT 500 from the movie "Gone in 60 Seconds". I decided to curb the idea for awhile since the dimensions on the AMT and the Monogram kits that I was using were so different. I decided to make a car similar to Eleanor, and this is what I am posting pictures of. I think I have reached a point where I can make some interesting observations so far.
First of all, AMT`s kit is much narrower than the Monogram kit, but AMT has more detail. There is probably about 8" scale inches difference in width between the two.
Secondly, Model Master Red Putty should be named "Red Poopy", because that is what it is like. Atleast, thats what I would imagine it would be like. It would crack an hour after apllying. And if you were lucky, it would be dry within an hour. It also shrinks so much that the lines from where it was used became evident a couple days later after primer was sprayed.
I used the Revell/Mono Shelby Mustang 350H as the basis for this. I will be using parts from atleast 3 other kits though. There is alot of scratch building and modification to get it similar to Eleanor. I still have to round off the edges on the trim around the front edges, and then the final coat of primer goes on. I want to put some type of spoiler on the back, but I want it to be modest, and not "ricey". Any ideas? Here are the pics:

[flyonthewall]

Should be an interesting project, im looking 4ward to seeing the end result.

[rcmaxx]

I dont know, the 66/67 body style is just not the same. But it looks good so far, who makes the wheels? pegasus? hoppins?

[Hawk312]

who makes the wheels? pegasus? hoppins?

They are Pegasus wheels, but I forget what they were called. When I saw them, I knew that they were perfect for this project.
As far as the body style, I wish the `67 would have worked out. FOr those of you thinking of doing this one, AMT`s Shelby 350 has the exact same body as the 500, just with a different engine. I am thinking of doing an actual 500 once the contest is over.

[Jumpman_Z]

Lownslow, you made an Interceptor, as in V-8 interceptor? Got pics?