jantjeuh Posted August 12, 2014 When I saw Madoca's original beauty in an earlier thread I knew I had to build it. I simply adored the elegancy of its lines. I thought the red colour was kind of boring though (seems like all supercars have to be red), so I figured I'd build the car in black rather than red. I also thought the original interior was kind of sparse and I didn't like the PF wires being in full view, so I covered these up with an all-tan interior. For shits and giggles I also added a 'supercharger' I was kind of going for this look. So, a short list of what I changed/added: Full-black exterior instead of red, even replacing all the pins and axles by black ones Full-tan interior, covering up the PF wires Chrome silver wheels and 'hub caps' Chrome silver side exhausts Chrome silver 'supercharger' Miscellaneous other chrome silver detailing Improved switching mechanism for front lights to make it more reliable and make the front light pop up further Now, without further ado, some pictures: Many thanks to Aureliusz Falowski for his excellent chromed Technic parts! And ofcourse thanks to Madoca for the brilliant original creation. Hope you like it! P.S.: apologies for the mediocre quality of the photos, I'm a complete n00b when it comes to photographing and DSLRs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D3K Posted August 12, 2014 Wow, the chrome really makes it pop! Reminds me; I've got to post a video of my modified Madoca's Supercar! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MajklSpajkl Posted August 12, 2014 That really is an awesome upgrade to an already awesome car. Interior looks really prestigious - very leatherish :) I wish I had enough parts to build it myself Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timslegos Posted August 12, 2014 I love the chrome and black combo, nice work! tim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black-Build Posted August 12, 2014 That looks amazingly good! But I'm not really sure about the ''supercharger'' Anyway, nice job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balrog Posted August 12, 2014 Nice job. The combo looks really great. I bet all those chrome parts have cost a little fortune :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 12, 2014 Thanks all I bet all those chrome parts have cost a little fortune :D True, but not as expensive as the four black 19L soft axles Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorcikDesigns Posted August 12, 2014 I think, that the thing on the hood (air-filter box?) was't necessary, but also with it is this version of this 'Vette very nice (maybe better :D) ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rm8 Posted August 12, 2014 Exclusive edition is And Aurelius really have wide assormtent of chromed parts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balrog Posted August 12, 2014 True, but not as expensive as the four black 19L soft axles True. Last time I looked there was 1 (!) on Bricklink for 20€ or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 12, 2014 Yeah, I'm not telling how much I spent to get four mint ones, haha. Next MOC to be pimped: Crowkillers' muscle car. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kieran Posted August 12, 2014 Chrome looks right on this sort of model, super charger sets the whole theme and looks very well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Osuharding1 Posted August 13, 2014 Stunning... all the Chrome on your black version makes my red version with Chrome wheels look cheap. Great job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rollermonkey Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) Just WOW. I don't care if you don't like MOCs with non-official LEGO parts, you can't deny that this is a work of beauty! I can't wait to see if Madoca comments! Edited August 13, 2014 by rollermonkey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 13, 2014 I can't wait to see if Madoca comments! I've notified him. Maybe he will consider this sacrilege Chrome looks right on this sort of model, super charger sets the whole theme and looks very well This is the look I was going for: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kumbbl Posted August 13, 2014 And you have captured this look in a really perfect manner, congrats! Even if it sounds a little Bit crazy spending for 4 soft black axles more money than one needs for a new flagship ;-)) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 13, 2014 Even if it sounds a little Bit crazy spending for 4 soft black axles more money than one needs for a new flagship ;-)) Well I was after them for a LONG time, so when I had the opportunity to buy four mint ones I jumped at it. They're not getting any cheaper, unless TLG decided to use them again (which I highly doubt). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Madoca 1977 Posted August 13, 2014 Looks cool! Thank you jantjeuh, I was one of those who wanted to see the Vette in black! :wub: Most of the red parts can easily replace in black. Except for 19L soft axles and bushes. About 19L soft axle, I have these alternatives. Front is #3 connector and 16L. Rear is 16L and #4 connector. Since the set 42026 have 3x 16L soft axles in black, they would be less expensive than 19L. About bushes, I have few of them in black. They are not common in recent years... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) Great to hear the Lego Sensei himself likes my MOD Black bushes are indeed quite rare, but I managed to snatch up 27 of them earlier, so that was no problem. It was harder to replace all the blue axle pins with black ones! Used about 50 of those. Black axles of odd length are quite easy to acquire, though, same for black 3L long pins. The tan parts were mostly pretty cheap, apart from the pin connectors and the bushes. I think all in all the parts in this MOD are worth around € 600. Edited August 13, 2014 by jantjeuh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sm 01 Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) Great and, almost certainly, one of a kind MOD because of rare and expensive parts used. Kudos for the effort! :thumbup: It looks amazing in black/chrome combination! Edited August 13, 2014 by sm 01 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 13, 2014 The reason it looks so good is because the original is so incredibly well-designed! All credits to Madoca for that, I merely made a few adjustments. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rishab N Posted August 16, 2014 Wow the chrome really makes it look good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dafgek81 Posted August 17, 2014 What a cool ride!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Appie Posted August 20, 2014 (edited) Looks great! Excellent choice on the colour for the interior, works great with black. 600 euros is alot though, but the chrome and soft axles don't come cheap One minor nitpick compared to Madoca's, best explained with the images provided: Press it down so the rear above the tail lights look more like this? If you did it on purpose, because you like it more that way, ignore this Edited August 20, 2014 by Appie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
