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Old 03-02-2013, 01:14 AM
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You gotta see this. A 3/4 scale of a '49 Mercury that's drivable. The owner hand-built this little jewel to perfection. Looks just like a factory car, except... it's small.

Here's the video:

http://www.varietyvideosllc.com/about2.html

You've got to admire this guy's dedication and craftsmanship.

Enjoy!

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Loved the video, that thing is one of the nicest cars I have ever seen.
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Damn, that's cool, Thank you
for posting that.....but you know a '57 Chevy Nomad
would have been a tad cooler, JMHO
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Now that is cool. I like the color and the flames. Talent by the bucket full.
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why is it i can never have a neighbor like that??
that is one cool ride...
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That thing is cooler than the other side of the pillow!!!!!!!
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Awesome...
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That is totally awesome! What talent!
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I've had the pleasure of seeing it in person, very cool indeed...
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