TVR Griffith pics please

[604]

okay... I've decided to make a 1/18 scale model of the TVR Griffith for my personal portfolio. Since the car has a very basic, simple and beautiful shape, I think I can work it out. And since there is no 1/18 Griffith (to go with my 1/18 Tuscan & Sagaris) it would look great...
Basically, I need pics (very important to get the side view and head on front and back views... as well as any and every other angle possible) And also the interior of course.
the sleepyfish website is a great help... though I didnt find any direct side/front/rear pics there.
Also, if anyone has the body dimentions (length, width, height, wheelbase) - that would be a great help.
I was hoping you guys can help me out with this.
thanks in advance

>> Edited by 604 on Saturday 26th November 18:30

[kneedowndeano]

http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=TVR+Griffith+&am

HTH

[chim666]

The TVR Griffith Story
www.tvrcc-shop.co.uk/acatalog/TVRCC_Catalogue_CHRISTMAS_GIFT_IDEAS_35.html

A good read too!



>> Edited by chim666 on Saturday 26th November 19:30

[604]

kneedowndeano said:

http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=TVR+Griffith+&am HTH

yea I looked there first but... its surprizingly hard to find a headon front view and a headon back view... same with side... cant quite find a perfect profile pic...
Also, I was hoping with some Griffith owners (Im SURE there are some) on this site I could get some pics of particulars like interior details - dials/etc and seats etc etc

and Ill try to look around for that book... thx

>> Edited by 604 on Saturday 26th November 20:16

[mrmaggit]

Let me know which shots you'd like, I'll mail them over.

I'd like a model in Montreal Blue, mind.

With Doeskin interior.

[gopher]

604, how are you planning to build it? i.e Is this going to be a one-off scratch build, or are you planning on a master and moulding off it (vac-form,resin etc)?

Cheers

Paul

[604]

mrmaggit said:

Let me know which shots you'd like, I'll mail them over. I'd like a model in Montreal Blue, mind. With Doeskin interior.

umm... to get started, I would definately need a side, front and back. Also, for the interior I just need shots of the dash on both sides (driver and passenger) as well as the seats. I would REALLY appreciate it. thanks.

I actually plan on making it a one-off by first making a wooden frame and actually sculpting the body over it. This is actually going to be my first attempt at something like this so I'll skip opening doors/hood etc. Plus Id sacrifice those details because a lot of 1/18 cars dont look right because the assembly gaps look too big.
I dont really have the means to do it with a mold etc. But... the Griffith being a simple design, I shouldnt be too hard recreating it

I wouldnt mind sharing pics of the progress... I figure with job and college (finals coming up!) Im aiming to finish sometime late in december.

[Paul V]

I have quite a few at various angles and a few dash pics of mine which I can mail over if you like mate.

Paul

[gopher]

604 said:

I actually plan on making it a one-off by first making a wooden frame and actually sculpting the body over it. This is actually going to be my first attempt at something like this so I'll skip opening doors/hood etc. Plus Id sacrifice those details because a lot of 1/18 cars dont look right because the assembly gaps look too big. I dont really have the means to do it with a mold etc. But... the Griffith being a simple design, I shouldnt be too hard recreating it

I was hoping you were considering moulding in wood or clay with a view to vac-forming it (facilities may be available near by in colleges etc), even the basic body shell would be a great start if you fancied selling the vac formed parts?

If not, shame I'd have had one, but good luck, and I'd love to see progress photo's!

Cheers

Paul

[604]

Paul V said:

I have quite a few at various angles and a few dash pics of mine which I can mail over if you like mate. Paul

that would most definately help... Ill take any pics I can get - thanks

[Paul V]

604 said:

Paul V said: I have quite a few at various angles and a few dash pics of mine which I can mail over if you like mate. Paul that would most definately help... Ill take any pics I can get - thanks

I've sent you a mail, send one back and I'll dig out all the pics I can

[Ballistic Banana]

Well over 400 picture on my site The Griffith Pages

Keep an ete on fleebay as there are some models that where made, of which I have 4 of

BB

[mrmaggit]

604 said:

mrmaggit said: Let me know which shots you'd like, I'll mail them over. I'd like a model in Montreal Blue, mind. With Doeskin interior. umm... to get started, I would definately need a side, front and back. Also, for the interior I just need shots of the dash on both sides (driver and passenger) as well as the seats. I would REALLY appreciate it. thanks. I actually plan on making it a one-off by first making a wooden frame and actually sculpting the body over it. This is actually going to be my first attempt at something like this so I'll skip opening doors/hood etc. Plus Id sacrifice those details because a lot of 1/18 cars dont look right because the assembly gaps look too big. I dont really have the means to do it with a mold etc. But... the Griffith being a simple design, I shouldnt be too hard recreating it I wouldnt mind sharing pics of the progress... I figure with job and college (finals coming up!) Im aiming to finish sometime late in december.

So, you want all photos at exactly 90 degrees to the subject?

[604]

[quote=mrmaggit

So, you want all photos at exactly 90 degrees to the subject?[/quote]

yea those are the most important angles for a project such as this - especially because I live in the US and dont have the luxury or pleasure of being able to look at one in person

[mrmaggit]

604 said:

[quote=mrmaggit So, you want all photos at exactly 90 degrees to the subject?

yea those are the most important angles for a project such as this - especially because I live in the US and dont have the luxury or pleasure of being able to look at one in person[/quote]

OK, let me know which elevations/details you want, I'll get them done this coming weekend for you.

[steve-v8s]

How about the pics in the Griff for sale section. Most have at least 4 pics.

[bluebottle]

Do you want any "Cut Away" model shots?



I'll get me hat

[B17NNS]

side, front and rear shots here

www.pistonheads.com/sales/47403.htm

[mrmaggit]

Not taken at 90 degrees though. 604, mail me what pictures you require.

[groucho]

I saw you in Evo, mr Maggit.