CAPTAIN RIVVY/ '65 Buick Riviera

Started this one a couple of years back to see how I want to build my 1:1 version

This is just the basic representation, since I will use as much Kustom mods from old school methods as I can . I'll keep posting as I go along. Already I have adapted the AMT 66 Riviera chassis / floorpan as it has more detail. Engine, Buick with 8 Strombergs on Log manifold .

Chers Ron

Show us some more. What's the first pic all about?

Bryce, The first pic is from a website in the US where you create your own decal using their site . so I entered the name CAPTAIN RIVVY , then chose a red/yellow flames overlay, and thats how it came about ; a decal for your rear window, except for my model , I'll make it into a plate to sit on rear parcel shelf like the lowrider cars do.

Cheers Ron

cool looking build in the making,almost missed one.

Looks like you're off to a good start, these '60s riv's make kool Kustoms.

Carps That is the plan! Kool Kustom I have already built 2 Rivs as Kustoms I am still buiding a version of one of my faves, the "Villa Riviera" then two years ago I bought this;

Kewl. always liked this style of Rivies, will be watching this one

Glad you like this style Mr Unforgiven, this one is a bit of a problem when I did the custom rear on it for the taiilights. After sanding the rear panel and smoothed it , the panel snapped off, so had to do all over again. I used the '66 Riviera chassis and floorpan and modified it to fit 65 for more detail. I'll also use the '66 Engine as well, same reason. I should put the pics on here.
Cheers Ron.

hey there big bad kustom love to see more also what program are you using to make your own decals? i have some decal paper here ready to go but not sure on programs
thanx
steve

I would like to know what site that is too

Guys ,that decal was an image that I was able to play with on a website around two years ago and never went back to it. Never have printed anything on decal paper yet, besides ,my current printer is broken ,has been for awhile. If I need anything printed I email it to work and print it out there -but-its only black and white.
Cheers Ron

Still plugging along with this. Broke the rear pan ,so had to redo again. Here is a bit of an update: