This is going to be a fun build. I've been in love with this car for a long time. I'm pretty sure this is the largest version I'll ever be able to afford though. I did pick up some photo etch parts from Hobby Design, and even though I'm a little afraid of it, it should add to the overall final appearance. I do plan to go with the Mica Blue as one of Ford's factory colors and my personal favorite.

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An amazing entry of a gorgeous car, my friend @brithebuilder!
Looking forward to it!

An inspiring design and it should make a great model, looking forward to following your build, Brian @brithebuilder.

@chinesegeorge - I agree George, I really think it's a beautiful vehicle.

@johnb - Thanks John, I hope it turns out. The photo etch doesn't have the best instructions, and adding LED headlights is a definite gamble. It's where the fun is for me though, I haven't seen anyone on YouTube doing it, sooo, I guess I have to.

I have 4 'nano' size LEDs on the way for the headlights. I had 2 nice red LEDs in my stock for the taillights... I also had to pick up a AAA battery holder and a slide switch. The headlight assembly seems to encourage LEDs being added and with the large flat bottom, I should be able to cut a nice panel opening to allow for battery replacement... probably hold the cover in place with magnets, then finding a good spot for the slide switch so it's accessible and not noticeable could be a minor challenge, there's always the bottom... or do I go with a push button switch and hide it behind the exhaust ports... push the exhaust to turn it on. That could be really cool, then it's truly hidden.

I used the Ford GT configurator on their website to generate my overall color scheme. I'm going with the blue, no stripes, and orange brake calipers and interior elements. The blue and orange should be a really cool contrast. Then the wheels will be Graphite with black lugs.

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Wow @brithebuilder, that sounds like its going to be amazing - adding lights to kits is something I really want to learn to do.

@anthonyricco - it's actually quite simple to wire LEDs, the challenge with kits like Gundams is finding space to run the wires. This should be relatively easy. I buy all my LEDs from evandesigns.com. I have a couple videos on my YouTube channel - youtube.com/@brithebuilder... I was originally inspired to do most of it by other Youtubers, 'Models by Chris' and 'Otakubuilder' come to mind.

@johnb - I'm hoping to be able to use a pair of AAAs for longevity. I do have a button cell/coin cell battery holder, but it just doesn't last. It is what I used for the Warhammer Ork... I'd absolutely prefer to have it wired to a USB, like my last Gundam so I never have to turn it off, but there wouldn't be a good place for a wire to exit the vehicle without it looking very odd.

Thanks @brithebuilder, you have a new subscriber, I'll definitely go check out your videos. Thanks a lot.