Paddy Wagon

[scottg]

I picked up this kit at a thrift store. I stripped the gold plating as this was rather unevenly done with one side being shiny and the other almost non-existent. I ended up doing those parts in Alclad Pale Gold. I also decided to wire up the engine, add an ignition module to the dash, and add carburetors. Honestly, I had no idea how that kit-only engine could possibly run without spark and fuel. Finally, I decided to paint it in French Blue instead of the black called for in the instructions. The decals were horrible and required not only a coating of decal film over them before starting, but then lots of work just to get them to lay down. I finally gave up and I'm calling this done. It's not fancy by any means, but it was something different for me - my first show car.









The engine



Comfy spot for the bad guys



and one last pic of the engine - it is the centerpiece of this car, after all

[alienated]

That came out really nice,Scott!!! It is a great first showrod build for you!!!! I remember Bill stating that the decals were a pain to apply on his Paddy Wagon build as well.I really like the back part for the criminals...It's an interesting twist,and it is my favorite part of your build!!!!
Great work!!!
Todd

[scottg]

Thanks, Todd. I appreciate it

[Steve-o]

Very cool , came out great ,
I like the color ,nice & clean ......