Ferrari 430 Spyder (Fujimi)

[blue///m3]

Here's my rendition of the Ferrari 430 Spyder by Fujimi. This was another fun build and I decided to paint it charcoal grey with a red interior because I saw one in real life that was absolutely gorgeous.
This was a high quality kit with 2 different sets of grills (I'm assuming from the coupe version) and either racing or Daytona style seats (which I chose due to the color scheme I was going with) The wheels were a nice surprise as I was expecting the double spoke standard 430 wheels, instead they are the BBS optional style which I like better.
My only qualm with the kit is the lack of an opening engine bay although the clear hood allows you to see the engine details.
I used a model master laquer charcoal black paint (I had a coupon for it at Hobby Lobby) and was really impressed with the quality of the product. It has a lot of minute metal flake to it so it really shimmers in the light plus it goes on very smooth like Tamiya's line of spray paint. Interior is Tamiya Dark Gray and Model Master matte Insignia red which has just enough gloss to replicate leather quite well.
Hope you like the finished result:

[BVC500]

Welcome to the forum. Nice work! I like the color combo you chose.

[mrawl]

I agree, nice color scheme. Try taking some pics with softer, indirect lighting, it'll kill the glare and sparkling off the metallic paint. Maybe point a light against a white wall above the model instead of directly at it, this might require a longer exposure on the camera too, thus tripod, or firm stand.

[blue///m3]

Originally Posted by mrawl

I agree, nice color scheme. Try taking some pics with softer, indirect lighting, it'll kill the glare and sparkling off the metallic paint. Maybe point a light against a white wall above the model instead of directly at it, this might require a longer exposure on the camera too, thus tripod, or firm stand.

Thanks for the tips!