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"La Déesse" - Citroën DS 21
Joel_W
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Posted: Wednesday, August 14, 2019 - 03:22 AM UTC
Russell,
My wife could care less about what she drives as it's all about getting from point A to point B. For me, it's just as important for the ride there and back. Way more fun going through my sequential 6 speed gearbox then just using the auto trans. I've been known to opt for the out of the way roads rather then those boring super straight expressways.

Joel
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Posted: Wednesday, August 14, 2019 - 09:12 AM UTC

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Russell,
My wife could care less about what she drives as it's all about getting from point A to point B. For me, it's just as important for the ride there and back. Way more fun going through my sequential 6 speed gearbox then just using the auto trans. I've been known to opt for the out of the way roads rather then those boring super straight expressways.

Joel


sounds very familiar, Joel
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Posted: Sunday, August 18, 2019 - 12:54 AM UTC
Michael, very nice progress there, and good research work. I loved the way you detailed the engine compartment and the way you have solved the armrest problem.
Definitely a great build so far!

Gabriel
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Posted: Wednesday, August 28, 2019 - 06:39 PM UTC
Elle est fini!
Having a few issues with my photos so I'll have to wait for the weekend and some daylight to do a better set but here is a taster.


A number of finishing issues including the new armrest proving to be about 2 mm too big so the door wouldn't close.

cheers
Michael
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Posted: Wednesday, August 28, 2019 - 11:00 PM UTC
Looks amazing Michael. Love the light exterior colors, with the contrasting interior colors.

a shame about the armrest, hope you can fix it.

Looking forward to daylight shots.
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Posted: Wednesday, August 28, 2019 - 11:47 PM UTC
Super build Michael, really clean finish and great colour combinations.

As Jesper said, bring on the daylight shots!

Cheers, D
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Posted: Thursday, August 29, 2019 - 02:59 AM UTC
Michael,
Just an outstanding build. I loved every min. and post. The finished model looks fantastic, and that drivers armrest looks as good if not better then the kit ones. Personally, I'd leave the door open to show off the excellent interior.

Joel
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Posted: Thursday, August 29, 2019 - 09:25 AM UTC
Congrats on a nice finish Michael!

Look forward to those outdoor shots
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Posted: Friday, August 30, 2019 - 01:29 PM UTC
Hi Michael,

I think you really nailed the colors on this build - really looks like it’s from the period, like an auto show display car - maybe it’s the subtle exterior colors against the sharp interior? In any event is looks great!

Cheers
Nick
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Posted: Friday, August 30, 2019 - 07:24 PM UTC
Thank you all!
Here are the final photos.













the door does close now, just won't stay in position.
The chrome plate stickers work well and look great but you have to be very careful because they are stickers and not decals. Once off the backing paper on to the model they stick and quite difficult to move into place. Other than that, I liked this kit, despite its missing armrest, it builds into a very version of a Citroen DS.

Thanks for your support for this one.

cheers
Michael
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Posted: Friday, August 30, 2019 - 07:38 PM UTC
That really is a beautiful clean build Michael, superb detailing and great paint job. Love your work!

Cheers, D
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Posted: Saturday, August 31, 2019 - 01:08 AM UTC
Michael,
As I said right before your final picture update, your build is truly exceptional. The finished model looks absolutely perfect. And the reflection in the paint really tells it's own story of just how good your paint job is.

BTW, nice picture of you in the background taking the pictures.


Joel
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Posted: Sunday, September 01, 2019 - 10:54 AM UTC
Lovely photos Michael!

Your Citroen is a thing of beauty-love the Chrome work!
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Posted: Sunday, September 01, 2019 - 09:12 PM UTC

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That really is a beautiful clean build Michael, superb detailing and great paint job. Love your work!

Cheers, D


Thanks Damian, very kind words though I feel I still have a way to go to match the others here.

Cheers
Michael
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Posted: Sunday, September 01, 2019 - 09:16 PM UTC

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Michael,
As I said right before your final picture update, your build is truly exceptional. The finished model looks absolutely perfect. And the reflection in the paint really tells it's own story of just how good your paint job is.

BTW, nice picture of you in the background taking the pictures.


Joel


That's great Joel, since my foray this last 12 months into cars has been driven by your enthusiasm and your excellent explanations, especially for painting. That has been a key factor.
As for the photos, it's amazing how you never notice what you're not looking for. I was just trying to get level with the car. The reflection is sort of embarrassing

Cheers
Michael
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Posted: Sunday, September 01, 2019 - 09:19 PM UTC

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Lovely photos Michael!

Your Citroen is a thing of beauty-love the Chrome work!



Cheers Russ. The DS is one of my top three cars to own when I win the big one. The other two are the Lancia Aurelia and Alfa Romeo Monza 6C. If they are around as kits I would build them as well.

Cheers
Michael
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Posted: Sunday, September 01, 2019 - 10:51 PM UTC
You really nailed this one Michael.
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Posted: Monday, September 02, 2019 - 03:12 AM UTC

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Michael,
As I said right before your final picture update, your build is truly exceptional. The finished model looks absolutely perfect. And the reflection in the paint really tells it's own story of just how good your paint job is.

BTW, nice picture of you in the background taking the pictures.

Joel


That's great Joel, since my foray this last 12 months into cars has been driven by your enthusiasm and your excellent explanations, especially for painting. That has been a key factor.
As for the photos, it's amazing how you never notice what you're not looking for. I was just trying to get level with the car. The reflection is sort of embarrassing

Cheers
Michael


Michael,
Glad that my enthusiasm for auto modeling gave you that little extra push to join the party. Believe me, your work has always been equal to or better then mine.

Joel
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Posted: Tuesday, September 03, 2019 - 06:15 PM UTC

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That really is a beautiful clean build Michael, superb detailing and great paint job. Love your work!

Cheers, D


Thanks Damian, very kind words though I feel I still have a way to go to match the others here.

Cheers
Michael


Indeed, you and me both mate!

Cheers, D
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Posted: Friday, September 06, 2019 - 12:54 PM UTC
Elle est finie et elle c'est superbe!

Michael, please allow me to congratulate you on this achievement. Very neat finish, great color combo, very clean glass surfaces, superb detailing. You have put out a very strong all-round performance, Sir! Not to forget: the pictures are also first class!

Gabriel
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Posted: Friday, September 06, 2019 - 03:47 PM UTC

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Elle est finie et elle c'est superbe!

Michael, please allow me to congratulate you on this achievement. Very neat finish, great color combo, very clean glass surfaces, superb detailing. You have put out a very strong all-round performance, Sir! Not to forget: the pictures are also first class!

Gabriel


Merci beaucoup, mon ami!
Ma deesse est très heureux vous l'aimez!

A bientot,

Michel
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Posted: Friday, September 06, 2019 - 03:49 PM UTC

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You really nailed this one Michael.


Cheers Jesper. I agree they're getting better but still not quite there for the clear coats. More practice, so i better build some more cars

Michael
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