Absolutely entitled to your opinion of course, however I would take ANY year El Camino over a Futura/Z7. I can't say the same for ANY Ranchero because they were pretty damn ugly outside of the 60's.
I'm not sure really what you're trying to get at with the "pretend I never built the red car" deal, I respected the hell out of the skill and execution you put forth on that car but it was never "my thing" personally.
. No single car has global mass appeal. .
I think the big thing here is that mike has found something of interest. His last car, if someone had just told me about it, would have sounded like a waste. After seeing the work that went into it, I think the car is a work of art. I agree the zephyr was ugly and hoped Mike would get a Fairmont, but the guy has a vision and I have a strong feeling it will be cool when it's done. If not, I think we'll see some cool stuff done to it. I suggest spinning rims....lol
That's what it's all about. No single car has global mass appeal. It's just the way it is, and all the diverse creativity is what makes this hobby great.
I was just going by your name, but fair enough.I'm the same way. If I'm gonna accused of being "Mad"mad: or ) when I reply, I may as well act like it.
The internet is an ambiguous way to talk to people, and obviously you cannot see the other person replying or commenting. I'm gonna argue any point from somebody I don't agree with (especially when comparing Pintos to Fox bodies)
Consequently,...I do not know that you don't know what chassis platform Mustang II's and Fairmonts derive from, unless you make a comment comparing one to each other. To me they are as different as night and day.
A fairmont is a dorky, boxy econo box, that only required a HS diploma to design, and a Pinto/Mustang II is a roundy, bulging mechanical wart.
**Winkie dude inserted at end to show comments as "playful kidding"
Mike all the way. He even looks mad here (I'll keep saying it!).MadMike takes his styling queues from Gipetto.
I wonder who was invented first.
To be clear,...My point above was if I hadn't built the car, and just came on here before it all stating my intention to do so the declaration would've netted me a 100% "yeah right,..I'll bet that'll be a sweetie".
It took the completed project to get the eventual consideration it garnered.(For the 30% that eventually ended up liking the car).
Sooo,...the point is, the new concept in my head will naturally be met w/ blanket skepticism, because the finished project isn't in front of anybody yet. And Just like the previous project, (judging from the respondents in this thread alone),..it won't matter what I do to it, 7 out of 10 of you won't like it regardless.
I'm O.K. w/ that though, I build the car for myself. When I'm at a cruise in or show, those that like it seem to find me, and they ask a bunch of questions, we talk and have a good time.
Those that don't, walk on by and I never knew they were there.
I respect all of that but I do notice a hint of "talking down" to the people on this site that like to modify boring/belly button fox mustangs without drastically altering their appearance drastically to make them "more unique". I do look forward to seeing how the Zephyr turns out though, good luck.
I respect all of that but I do notice a hint of "talking down" to the people on this site that like to modify boring/belly button fox mustangs without drastically altering their appearance drastically to make them "more unique". I do look forward to seeing how the Zephyr turns out though, good luck.
Honestly Mike, build it and even those who don't like the body style will recognize the skill and craftsmanship involved. Hopefully you didnt take my previous comments seriously. No worries, you got it man. Any luck on the motor and Volvo head?
You notice a hint of me "talking down"?
Maybe you didn't notice the majority of the "opinions" offered on this thread?
It is what it is dude,.....It's like I've said on here before,....the internet is the fertilizer that allows the assholes to grow and flourish. I typically will not sling shyt at anyone unless they just beg for it first. I'll give anybody credit for what they do that smells even remotely close to requiring more than a how-to manual.
Again, I get it that there are those that think my Zephyr is about as ugly as it can get. I expect it. Everybody is free to offer their advice and opinions likewise.
But,.....
Don't expect that if you go out of your way to let me know how ugly you think the project is before you see it, and after I've proven myself capable of doing some pretty decent stuff, you still manage to hurl BS.
Only prudent that I'm not gonna voice an opinion of my own.
and if you're that guy going outta your way to point out my poor old Z's lack of beauty, expect that I'll say something......
Especially if you are having problems just figuring how to bolt in an aftermarket seat in your me to mustang.
I was thinking more like Maury.Next, on the Oprah/Dr. Phil/Elen show....
Like I said, I look forward to seeing the project unfold. I don't think I personally was slinging bs offering my opinion, nor did I say I thought it wouldn't turn out nice before you've even started. I do understand your reaction to all the criticism now so I will gladly take the cookie cutter fox mustang references
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