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1967 Roadster

The C3 was to have been introduced in ‘67 but delays gave the Stingray one more year and in retrospect it has proven to be the most attractive and popular of the midyear cars. One would expect few changes to be introduced in a year which was essentially in a holding pattern but this did not occur. The fender louvers became five angled slots, much of the body script and fender emblems were eliminated creating a much cleaner look. Even the ever-changing gas cap seemed to disappear into the body being crossed flags on a body colored cap. The 427 cid motor had increased in popularity, now accounting for 42% of all Corvettes sold. 427 cid equipped cars also received a new unique hood with a choice of four color stripes (color choice was determined by the car’s external color). The back up lights that had become standard in ‘66 became a pair of rectangular lenses located above the licence plate housing. Even the wheels were cleaned up for this last year. The standard rally wheels, painted metal with wide chrome trim rims and small center caps still managed to look classy. The optional wheels lost their knock offs because of safety concerns but as a result looked better then ever. There were even a few internal changes including changes to the pleat pattern on the seats and the moving of the emergency brake handle to the center console. While sales were down by over four thousand from the previous year, today the ‘67 has become the most highly prized of the short-lived Sting Ray generation. And the most highly prized color in ‘67, a dark metallic green color called Goodwood Green.

The model:

This was my entry in the '67 convertible contest. It was also presented in Model Expo '99 in Puerto Rico, where it won First place in the stock automobile category. The comments below each picture are Al's, who posted the original contest.

What an excellent looking '67 Corvette Roadster... it was well worth waiting to see the finished pictures!

This is my favorite picture that Ismael sent in.. it looks like you could open the door and go for a afternoon cruise in the sunshine...

The engine is a L-36 with a regular exhaust system.. and plenty of engine wiring and details to show off..  the Holley four barrel carb looks great!  Just spend some time looking over the engine... you will be surprised at what you will find.

Now that is detail.. I glad Ismael took a picture because I wouldn't be able to see the sunglasses and car keys otherwise...

Very nice....

The finished model with great detailing.

Comments:

Ismael:    This is a summary on the construction of this model. This is my best "in a hurry" model, building it in only 5 weeks.

The model:  Revell Monogram # 85-2968,  Testors Model Master Guards Red paint / no clearcoat

Modifications:

Engine compartment:

• Intake manifold and carburetor replaced by coupe's units
• Braided plug wires
• Scratchbuilt throttle plate, linkage and return spring
• Vacuum hoses
• Fuel line and filter
• Wired alternator and scratchbuilt voltage regulator unit
• Fan belt sanded thin
• Radiator cap
• Wired battery
• Plumbed brake system
• Scratchbuilt upper radiator hose, clamps, water pump neck and thermostat housing.

Chassis:

• Exhaust system replaced by coupe's regular system
• Oil pan drain plug detailed
• Drybrushed chassis and power train for contrast

Interiors:

• Carpeting flocking
• Painted gauges
• Steering wheel sanded thin
• Wire turn signal lever
• Photoetched keys and sunglasses in the dash
• Driver's window partly rolled up

Body:

• Holes drilled for exhaust tips from coupe's model
• Rocker panels from coupe's kit
• Antenna drilled and replaced
• Windshield frame sanded thin and re-plated
• Bumpers shaped and re-plated
• Gas cap base added
• Photo reduced license plate and inspection sticker

Convertible top:

• "Glass" window replaced with clear "plastic bag" piece
• "Fogged" window with amber paint in corners and middle

Wheels and tires:

• Knock off replaced by rally units
• Tires sanded and flat bottomed
• Shabo whitewalls dry-transfers

What would I have done differently:

• Remove emblems and replace with Photo etched units
• Replace tires with American Satco tires  (I already bought these items for the coupe I'll do later)
• Vacuum formed windshield
• Improve windshield frame fit
• Improve windshield wipers fit
• Replace steering wheel with thinner unit (rim and spokes)
• Add seatbelts
• Add brake discs and plumb them
• Computer generated gauges
• Lower suspension a little bit to improve stance
• Add wheel weights and valve stems
• Try clearcoat????
• Believe it or not, spend more time in it.

What I like from this model:

• The engine, specially the upper radiator hose
• Interior bucket (seats and door panels)

What I don't like:

• Windshield and all its components (frame, glass, wipers etc)
• The stance could be slightly lower
• Steering wheel too thick
• Hood decals could be slightly better

As you can see a lot of effort went into this model. I like how it turned out, but there is no such thing as a "perfect model", but then, I am my hardest critic.

If you would like to contact Ismael on this model his e-mail address is:  ismaelg@prtc.net

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