Mat Irvine's Auto Modelling Masterclass

Mat Irvine

ISBN 10: 1859150896 / ISBN 13: 9781859150894

Published by Motorbooks Intl, 1998

About this Item

At one time, assembling model kit cars was considered a childish hobby. Today, however, it is an adult activity with a vast following around the world. Subsequently, a large cottage industry has developed to supply the demands of modellers who want more than kit manufacturers can supply. Written in an easy-to-read style, this book's chapters address each of the following:-- A history of the model car industry-- The practicalities of modelling, from assembling a basic kit to super-detailing (i.e., adding engine wiring, brake lines, and "chrome")-- Painting and finishing-- Creating dioramas-- Renovating old kits and collecting rare onesAlthough Mat Concentrates on the most popular 1:25 and 1:32 scales, all of the information included is relevant to other scales. And it will be of interest to the novice and experienced modeller alike; the former will learn useful skills, while the latter will hone skills already gained. A gallery of photos showing Mat's finest models provides inspiration and ideas for all modellers.; Bovenzijde rug iets beschadigd, verder prima.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Mat Irvine's Auto Modelling Masterclass
• Publisher: Motorbooks Intl
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1859150896
• ISBN 13: 9781859150894
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fair
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  • Hobbies: general

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Synopsis

Here Mat Irvine shares his wealth of knowledge of techniques for building plastic model cars that produce a degree of realism unachievable straight from the box . All types of automobile are covered: vintage and veteran, classic sports cars, single-seat racers, American cars from the fifties and sixties, pickups, vans, dragsters, hot rods, customs, four-whell-drives, and the most modern cars. Illustrated with over 240 colour photographs, this book not only provides a treasure trove of useful techniques and tips, but also offers a fascinating insight into the hobby, its past and future.

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