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Kidge's Z3 275 Project

Egdik 12 May 2016, 7:33pm
Edging towards a whole body

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Visited Tribute today and here are a couple of photos, showing the probable window detail and a hint of complete body. Not yet in Botticelli's class, but showing lots of Pininfarina style.

Thanks to Chris, Dan & Gary.
Jaguartvr 12 May 2016, 7:40pm
Looks very nice, I will down on Monday for nit picking!

The only displeasing thing to my eye is that the vents slope in opposite directions but I can't see a way round it.
DaveP 12 May 2016, 8:15pm
That is looking very good now - my compliments

Dave
lancelot link 12 May 2016, 8:46pm
Egdik wrote:


Thanks to Chris, Dan & Gary.


Thank you but I cannot take any credit for any of the work on this car ...Purely Chris and Dan ...I was just hanging out there today and giving Chris a hand ..

The car is looking very pretty indeed ...I really like this one ...
Triumph Special 12 May 2016, 8:52pm
She's a beauty!!! A credit to all involved. I wonder what colour would suit it best?
molleur 12 May 2016, 10:25pm
Jaguartvr wrote:
Looks very nice, I will down on Monday for nit picking!

The only displeasing thing to my eye is that the vents slope in opposite directions but I can't see a way round it.


How about a swb front wing vent?
Paul L 13 May 2016, 4:35am
Edgik - I sure you will be turning a lot of heads when this is finished & painted. :cool:

And, like Casamolino & WCA before you, your original idea has produced something special.

Tribute - Brilliant as usual.

The range of cars you have produced in just a few years is staggering. :first:

Good luck, Paul. :)

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PS
I know I promised to "play nice", but…

[Leg Pulling Mode On]

Jaguartvr wrote:
…The only displeasing thing to my eye is that the vents slope in opposite directions…


Of course, what were those blokes at Pininfarina thinking when they threw the original together?



In fact, I'm sure this photo is of Steve McQueen complaining that the vents on his 275 are all wrong.



It's a tribute to the 275, so if the original displeases your poor eyes, take it up with Ferrari. :rolleyes:

[/Leg Pulling Mode Off]

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Jaguartvr 13 May 2016, 5:17am
From the last picture I think it is quite clear that Steve is obviously pointing out the front vents and the fact that haven't got them quite right :loco:


What would be the chance of getting Chris to produce the roofline as a separate hardtop on the convertible version?
It could either have buttresses at the side similar to an XJS or use the old Denham MG Midget trick where you took the boot lid of and a separate boot lid fitted between the car and hardtop producing a fastback effect.

I love the look of it but just couldn't live with a tin (GRP) top.
DaveP 13 May 2016, 6:06am
And as to the what colour should it be ?

Well that burgundy colour is what I would have suggested anyway (never seen the Steve McQueen one with the excellent vents.

Dave
Mister Towed 13 May 2016, 6:22am
Paul L wrote:
Edgik - I sure you will be turning a lot of heads when this is finished & painted. :cool:

And, like Casamolino & WCA before you, your original idea has produced something special.

Tribute - Brilliant as usual.


In fact, I'm sure this photo is of Steve McQueen complaining that the vents on his 275 are all wrong.





Absolutely agree with these sentiments - another beautiful car.

I think you'll find that the chap in the black jacket is actually WCA checking out a crack in the filler around Steve's door handle. :eusa_think:
DaveP 15 May 2016, 4:47pm
Thank you :)
Tribute Automotive 15 May 2016, 5:45pm
A few more pics. A few changes/improvements to implement, then more sanding, filling........







I am really liking the proportions of this one.

Reference the 'C' pillar vents, not a problem, the 275 kit will only be available in convertible form.
Triumph Special 15 May 2016, 6:40pm
Like zoiks, that looks amazing! Well done!
Mister Towed 15 May 2016, 7:41pm
That really does look very nice indeed. Any reason why it won't be available as a coupe when it goes into production?
Tribute Automotive 15 May 2016, 7:48pm
Mister Towed wrote:
That really does look very nice indeed. Any reason why it won't be available as a coupe when it goes into production?


I would like Kidge to finish his 275 in his own time before someone else finishes one. I don't want the same thing that happen to Geoff and his SWB to happen again. Plus in business terms it is more cost effective/profitable to produce convertible kits due to the extra labour and materials vs sale price of the hardtop kits.
Jaguartvr 15 May 2016, 7:58pm
An optional hardtop would allow the builder to spread the cost and for you to sell an add on later.
I'll persuade tomorrow!
275NART 16 May 2016, 4:19pm
Looks great! What are the boot hinges from? Mini? tr3?
Jaguartvr 16 May 2016, 7:12pm
Having visited Chris today, I can only say how horrible this car is in the flesh, none of you will like it, stay well clear...


That should give me some time to save up before all the other buggers buy one. It truly is stunning.
Very Andy 18 May 2016, 2:42pm
Had some spare time on my hands today so thought Id do a bit of 'Shopping.
Shortened the NART nose behind the front wheels and increased the length of the area immediately in front of the rear wheels. Also changed the shape of the doors to get closer to the Z3/Tribute door aperture.Lastly I reduced the size of the side vents and plonked a windscreen on top. The rake on the screen was actually almost identical to the Z3 which is a bonus! Added some contemporary wheels to finish. Personally I love the side chrome under the door and think, if used, will mask the sill line nicely.
Jaguartvr 18 May 2016, 2:44pm
For God's sake, take that picture down. Everyone will want one.
Very Andy 18 May 2016, 2:51pm
OOps! My Bad!:icon_lol: