Andys MG Metro 6R4, Belkits 1/24

[Lee Drennen]

Great updates Andy. The fire extinguisher is very convincing and the engine looks the part.

[Andy T]

Thanks guys

I don't know if this interior is true to the Metro. But I can't help wondering, how much of the original Metro is in a 6R4 ?

According to 6r4.net, only 16 panels are the same as as the production car, with 347 unique to the 6r4, so very little lol

[HAWKERHUNTER]

Very crisp and clean Andy. Great detailing.

[Mickc1440]

More great progress Andy

[Andy T]

Thanks again for staying with me guys.

Dash and door cards are now painted & fitted. There were decals for the fuse & relay panel, many of the switches, and the mileage computer, but I decided to paint them instead:





Only thing missing is the seats. Since the harnesses are made from ribbon and 22 tiny etch pieces, I need my full concentration for that! Hopefully should be done soon though.

[scottie3158]

Andy, looking very nice indeed the dash looks very convincing.

[Stefee]

That is truly exceptional detailing, you must have a very steady hand to paint those bits n bobs.

[Waspie]

I don't know if this interior is true to the Metro. But I can't help wondering, how much of the original Metro is in a 6R4 ?

When I asked one of the vauxhall mechanics about the BRDC cars he said the shape was the only common factor!!! Makes ya laugh really!!

[Andy T]

Andy, looking very nice indeed the dash looks very convincing.

Thanks Paul, I put a fair amount of time into it and I think it paid off.

That is truly exceptional detailing, you must have a very steady hand to paint those bits n bobs.

Thank you, I drew the line at the dials though! No way I could make those look as good as the decals. Fixing the dash to a heavy block helped keep it steady.

I'm currently painting the window rubbers. They really do need a steady hand :flushed:

[Miko]

You do know it's cheating taking pics of a real 6R4 and pssing it off as a model kit!! Ha!

Brilliant, simply brilliant!

Miko (one time Austin mini owner)

[Tworrs]

Well done Andy, great painting skills mate.

[Andy T]

You do know it's cheating taking pics of a real 6R4 and pssing it off as a model kit!! Ha!

Ha ha, thanks. I had a hell of a job lifting it onto the bench for pictures :tears-of-joy:

Well done Andy, great painting skills mate.

Thanks. I hope I can still see enough of it once the body is fitted.

[HAWKERHUNTER]

Very tidy work on that interior Andy. Looks great.

[Mr Bowcat]

The dash is a thing of beauty.

[Andy T]

Thanks guys, I'm starting to like these car models :smiling3:

Engine bay accessories now added