Re: '57 Packard What-If based on Turnpike Cruiser

Posted by Mahoning63 On 2011/8/12 21:02:46

Thanks, I like it too. The Turnpike Cruiser has a very dynamic roof compared to the earlier '58 Lincoln work-up because of its thinner C-pillar and racy, downward-sloping top. I also like the fact that this car would have had trimmer overall dimensions than even the standard '58 Lincoln, some 8 inches shorter and probably an inch or so narrower.

Not sure what to do with the front, that's one for the ages. Never was comfortable with the hooded double lights set against the wonderful needle nose grill motif. Hidden headlights might have added distinction but also might have resulted in a rather plain front lacking in personality. What would you do?

With the taillights I deliberately toned down the amount of red glass showing to avoid the sore & swollen look that the Predictor arguably has. Was thinking instead of slender lenses either similar in shape to the front grill motif or cathedral, and set into generous but delicately shaped chrome that subtly wrapped onto the fenders, connecting with the 51-54s.

All thoughts welcome guys.