Popular Post munzieb Posted February 12, 2020 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 I never really use this word, but the first time I saw this car, I was enthralled! It has an interesting history. The car has a 1953 Model 62 Cadillac chassis and the body was designed and built by custom coach builder, Ghia of Italy. It had a V-8 390 ci engine and weight over 4,400 lbs! The most interesting part is that only two were made and one belonged to the actress, Rita Hayworth. There are assorted articles and photos online about this car. As usual, the design took longer that the cutting. I did have to do some design changes on the fly while cutting and painted in the bridges on the tires and headlight enclosure. The Caddy emblem on the hood was getting a little fragile, so I took out some of the cuts. It was a fun and challenging cut. On to another project. RabidAlien, New Guy, JimErn and 12 others 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roberta Moreton Posted February 12, 2020 Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 I love old cars, this was a very interesting read. I never knew about this. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badgerboy Posted February 12, 2020 Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 Bernd, this is awesome just like your collection of plane portraits!! Keep cuttin munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted February 12, 2020 Report Share Posted February 12, 2020 Really an amazing pattern and cutting. I see a whole lot of fragile areas it it. Great job. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjR Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 As a former wrench turner--GREAT JOB! I still do a minor amount of wrenching --also making big amounts of sawdust!~ munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spirithorse Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 Beautiful pattern and cutting! Thanks for sharing and God Bless! Spirithorse munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockytime Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 Brilliant cutting and pattern making. I like the black t-bird in the background of the photo. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 I think this is my favorite of all the cars you have done but then I love them all. It's interesting that they only made two, after all the design and work that went into it. Awesome pattern and cutting Bernd. Marg munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon 121 Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 Nice job on the cuttibg but the pattern is an amazing job you did a fantastic job, just a shame since there was only 2 made that you dont have one parked out your back lol Gordon munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 fantastic job munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninuninu Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 Cars are not really my thing but I just had to stop and say what a great likeness you made of this. VERY well done Tony munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 Awesome work ! munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordster Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 That is out and out fantastic..nice story with it. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted February 13, 2020 Report Share Posted February 13, 2020 I have been to a lot of classic car shows,I have never seen a Cadi like that Beauty before.Down Right Awesome job on the pattern and cutting.WOW!! munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munzieb Posted February 14, 2020 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2020 27 minutes ago, lawson56 said: I have been to a lot of classic car shows,I have never seen a Cadi like that Beauty before.Down Right Awesome job on the pattern and cutting.WOW!! I watch the Motor trend network and and have seen a lot of recreations. There are several Boat Tail Auburns and Duesenbergs. It would be great to see this car recreated. Could be that Ford bought Ghia and there would be a question on diminishing the value of the existing 2 cars. They last sold for $1.4 mil. lawson56 and amazingkevin 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted February 14, 2020 Report Share Posted February 14, 2020 What a beautiful car and a wonderful rendition! munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penquin Posted February 14, 2020 Report Share Posted February 14, 2020 That is one awesome piece of work, both pattern and cutting are outstanding. Well done. jim munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Johnson Posted February 14, 2020 Report Share Posted February 14, 2020 Awesome car. You did a fantastic job of creating a pattern and cutting Bernd. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted February 14, 2020 Report Share Posted February 14, 2020 Thank you for the cutting you did!!! Truly a work of art scrolling!!! munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edward Posted February 15, 2020 Report Share Posted February 15, 2020 Awesome cutting and awesome car, always like to see cars cut. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.