Martin Oostrom
Modelbouw Dordrecht. One of the last surviving brick and mortar stores. And a very nice one too!

Alexander Grivonev Автор
I waited for someone to notice actually 😄 I was on vacation in NL last year and you know what? Spent actually a night in Dordrecht but didn't even bother to check for model shops...

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Bought the kit on eBay couple of years ago

Spanjaard
i was there actually a few months ago. i was just walking in the city and found it, i could not resist entering and buying some stuff, very nice shop! and now, let see the masterclass in car modelling. lovely work on that seat, love the blue trim 🙂

MS K
I took my seat. 😎

Byron
amazing ideas for the seat piping, headrest and seatbelt loop, if you don't mind I'll steal them.
Amazing work sofar.
Keep that Alpina collection growing, I'm at 12 now 😄

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Welcome boys, welcome.

Byron, we don't steal around here, we *get inspired*

Michael Kohl
Be Am Troubleyou. Looks like fun - to watch. 😉

Alexander Grivonev Автор
More like "Revel in agony"

bossy122
Considering the manufacturer, that headlight cover actually fits pretty well. Ever tried a 962C? There's some ill fitting headlights.

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Maybe I am just spoiled by Tamiya to be fair

Yngve N
Following this to learn. I would like to know what cord you're using on the beautiful seats. Inspiring to see what you're doing with them. Also how will you be able to make it look like fabric on them?

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Hi yngvenett, the cord is just blue isolated wire, the thinnest I had in my stash. I think this one is 0,25mm buth there are thinner ones you can buy. For the seats, just keep an eye open, will post updates the next days 👍

CasModeler
Hey. Interesting idea with that blue upholstery. I'll share with you a tip that I recently tested. For better reproduction of fabric seats, you can try adding 10-15% Mr Color C188(Flat Base Rough) paint to the blue paint. The rough surface will enhance the matte and the seats will be more realistic. Of course, I mean only those parts on the seats that are blue in color. Regards.

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Hey Cas, yeah something of this kind was my idea too. Just making the surface extra flat will get you a nice "fuzzy" texture

Martin Oostrom
Apply some thinned mr surfacer and tap with the tip of a brush can give a rougher texture as well.
Multiple ways to skin a cat

Bozzer
Or, just paint the cat's tongue, and match the effect on your model? 😛

CasModeler
You did the seats very well!

Yngve N
Seats turned out very good. Thanks for explaining all the details

bughunter
Every time I see your great paint jobs, I think: Noch viel lernen ich muss! 😉

Rui S
Looking special as always 👍. I'm in 😎

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Thx guys!

@Martin & Bozzer: didn't expect that many animal abusers around here 🤔 😄

yes Mr. bughunter, you obviously are a rookie modeler, please consult me anytime you like if you want any tips 😛

Martin Oostrom
Our resident cat annoys me each night by sleeping on my leg while I want to sleep. She gets flying lessons every night, yet returns each night.

Alexander Grivonev Автор
"Our resident cat" sounds very affectionate 😄 almost like "our resident evil"

bughunter
After the pictures around number 53, I was curious to see what you would make of it! Really amazing how you saved the project 👍

Alec K
Always a pleasure to watch your builds, so many cool tips and techniques. Following along 👍

Martin Oostrom
Mr Shiny strikes again. Another great build with a bunch of lessons included. A true Master, you are.

bughunter
I also like the new AK markers.

Kyle DeHart
I've been wondering about those markers. I like the look of them but haven't talked much to people that have used them.

Bozzer
Yep, those markers have my interest too. I have some cheaper versions, with long nibs, from a Chinese website, that are quite effective, but need a bit of work, for great results? The AK markers, might be the answer.

Alexander Grivonev Автор
The markers are great, bought the set just recently and tested a few colors. Until now I am sold on them. The paint dries fast, but not on the marker tip. Which is soft, cone shaped like a brush with a fine tip for small detail. The only complaint I have until now that one of the lighter colors I used (ivory) does not cover too well and needs reapplication. On the other hand the metal shades are surprisingly good and very realistic. All in all I think this is a great product, very convenent and a real game changer in modeling.

Alexander Grivonev Автор
However they have to stand the test of time. If they don't degrade in a couple of years or the paint dries inside or sth, but I am positive the guys at AK have thought of everything and released a good product

Bozzer
I'm definitely sold on the idea. I'll pick some up and test them out. Thanks for the info, Alexander 👍

Michael Kohl
Oh. Wladimir Iljic will turn in his grave when he figures that you used his proud bolshewic stars to improve this turbo capitalist car. 😉

Spanjaard
LOL

Treehugger
I have some (other brand) chrome pens, I put them in a plastic box hoping it would help with longevity, but I guess the plastic caps are solid on these pens. Maybe the plastic box doesn't help much.

Oh, wow they sell the entire set (sold out ofc): ak-interactive.com/p..rc-markers-34-units/

Dominik Weitzer
wow. incredible detailwork.

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Wladimir should be glad I did not use a USSR banner 😄. The stars has the proper shade of red so they had to sacrifice themselves

South Bay Creations
Brilliant...👏👏

Petr Kokeš
Looks awesome!

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Thanks guys!

Alexander Grivonev Автор
The project is finshed btw. I am waiting for a nice sunny day for an outside photoshoot

o_O o_O
Просмотрел весь альбом. Доработки просто поражают!!! Очень круто!!!

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Sorry it took so long, but here are the final pictures...

MS K
Ohhh~ Nice car and pictures~

Rui S
I agree. Beautiful inside/out 👍

Dominik Weitzer
...and after i looked the result, i skipped thru your wip - great work again.

Yngve N
She's a beauty

Neuling
She is.

Bob Hall
Spiffy ! 🤘😎🤘

Alexander Grivonev Автор
Thx again mates! Yeah she turned out allright in the end....MS K I believe you had the Z8 on your to do list too after your brilliant 507. Would love to see your go at the Z8 👍