Retro Farrah Fawcett Sand Rail Buggy
When I saw the comp theme 'Retro' 70's-80's TV shows came straight to mind and this project has been on the bench for 2 years. So it was time to pull my finger out, find the funds and get this one finished. As I was going through the build it came to me 'Charlie Angels' I just needed one of the girls to drive it. The first one that came to mind was Farrah Fawcett (for all you young members you'll need to Google it, but you'll understand why she comes to mind). :)
I knew once it was finished I had to visit the beach for the photo shoot, but I also wanted more 'retro' in the pic. After a little research I found that there were lots of billboards along the American beaches. So I looked up retro billboard ads from 70's-80's and I saw this 7UP one on a beach. So I made the frame and legs but it needed more so I added the lights.
The basis of this build was a FAV and Wild One, with the awesome sand rail frame from Knight Customs aka Toykid aka James. It takes a lot to get a nice shiny smooth finish on the 3D printed parts, so after a few choice moments and lots of sanding painting sanding etc I got there.
Then came the electrics, phew that's a squeeze, there's a lipo under seat and all other electrics are in a tiny box behind the seats.
I tried one of my daughters Barbies, but didn't look cool, when I remembered a Wild Wendy, now Wild Farrah, but she had a foot missing, so I modelled a foot and the Rob helped me out with the paint, awesome job thanks buddy.
But hang on I'm SRB Bloke and there was no SRB in the pic, so I had to change that , I'm sure you've all spotted the SRB link :)
Thanks for looking, good luck to everyone.
Wild Farrah Fawcett had to join the build with a bit of modelling from me and
Comments
Stingray3
I have been patiently waiting for you to finish it and WOW I knew it would turn out just awesome! Please post some more pics of it so we can see more of it.
neobrunox
Fantastic pic mate
mr alan
What a build! Fantastic! We all remember those Charlie's Angels moments......
SRB Bloke
Thanks guys, appreciate your comments and I'll post more pics of the car soon.
Mr Alan, I agree.
rjg1973
I was wondering when the comp winner was going to arrive.....and here it is!!
bdamit
Great job
Well done!
MAD-BEE
l love your work pal.....looks awesome! and a hot bird in the driver seat too! What more can we ask?
SRB Bloke
@RJG1973 thanks for that fingers crossed. @BDAMIT cheers. @MADBEE she's a good driver as well
Doc007
Superb build once again Stephen and loving that backdrop - ohhh Farrah Fawcett lol
Will get my vote as know the effort you put into your builds mate
RallyeBaz
That is Awesome mate. Your detail is another level
IBIFTKH
Stunning build and the perfect setting to show it off. Love the billboard and surf board, they really set the scene. And the buggy itself is just incredible - it looks like a high-end static model rather than a running RC. Awesome job Steve.
Enjoy the Lancia...
whahooo
I think we have a Winner here!
Mr duke
Oh WOW!!!! as always perfect love your work the whole setting looks awesome and exactly were she belongs on the beach.
scollins
Yes!!!!!!!!!!
Re-Bugged
Just brilliant.
sibbet
Great build once again always makes the best stuff
pininy
Nice, I would love to build one too!
SRB Bloke
Thanks for the comments people, really appreciated...
MAD-BEE
You could win Steve going by all those comments! To win comp once is mission accomplished....twice would be legendary!! You had to have a vote from me! Good luck mate it's an awesome looking machine and you are a talented dude!
MAD-BEE
PS is this one a keeper??
SRB Bloke
They are all keepers until they aren't
I appreciate every comment thank you
SRB Bloke
Thank you to everyone who voted for me 2nd wasn't too bad was it.....
Swarm
2nd was a great result .
I thought for sure you would take the prize .
Great effort and excellent entry ..maybe next time huh
MAD-BEE
So near mate! Really great entry but even better buggy! You had a vote from me too! I was way off the pace this time lol must put in more effort next time! I would love some action shots of this buggy if possible! Slim chance??
bdamit
Definitely worth that podium finish... I love it!!!
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