Fujimi 1/24 GoodSmile Racing Team BMW Z4.

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Thu Nov 21, 2019 7:18 pm

Another mad decal fest from GoodSmile Racing this one being the 2014 winning BMW Z4. Its a Fujimi kit so no engine just the cockpit. The sprues all look good with minimal flash if any present, the main upper body and floor pan are well detailed and the main body has minimal seam lines to clean up. The wheels are well molded and look good.

The instructions are Fujimi's usual fare although on the paint list the last colour is indicated but is not named but its easy to work out its semi gloss black. The decals look good and have there own instructions provided.

Aftermarket stuff bought was the Hobby Design etch set and Zero paints window mask set.

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Post by **barryf1fan** » Thu Nov 21, 2019 7:21 pm

Can't wait ! !

Post by **tg18083** » Thu Nov 21, 2019 7:43 pm

This will be a nice companion for your other GoodSmile subject. Will be watching.

Post by **Gary30** » Thu Nov 21, 2019 9:49 pm

Lovely!

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Fri Nov 22, 2019 6:27 am

Thanks for looking in and your comments everyone

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Fri Nov 22, 2019 8:38 pm

Chassis has been painted semi gloss black along with several other parts. The chassis gearbox was painted aluminium and the exhausts painted with oily steel. The brakes/discs were painted aluminium and steel then black panel washed to bring out the etch detail.

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Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sat Nov 23, 2019 7:31 pm

The cockpit tub has been painted and various parts added along with the roll cage. Some etch added to the front.

The upper body shell has been assembled by adding side panels and the bonnet air scoops. After a clean up the first coat of undercoat has gone on.

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Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sun Nov 24, 2019 11:53 am

The top coat is on. Next comes the decal fest.

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Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sun Nov 24, 2019 6:25 pm

Started at the front with the decals.

A word of warning if your contemplating building this kit Fugimi decals are thin and delicate, you will be ok if you lay them so you have minimal movement to get them in place. They dont take well to decal softener either so use it if at all in small amounts, take your time and be very careful.

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Post by **Hawkmoon** » Tue Nov 26, 2019 7:38 pm

All the major decals are now done just some small ones to add here and there.

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YouTube · Post by **Kingdan** » Tue Nov 26, 2019 8:31 pm

That looks eye wateringly good mate your definitely in the groove with decaling

Post by **Kevthemodeller** » Tue Nov 26, 2019 10:39 pm

Awesome decalling

Post by **kiwigav** » Wed Nov 27, 2019 3:07 am

awesome bit of work there

Post by **Gary30** » Wed Nov 27, 2019 9:23 am

Oh that's it! I'm getting this kit!

Fantastic decal work fella, I'm sure we all know how much work and patience is required to get all those down as cleanly as you have done!

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Wed Nov 27, 2019 10:44 am

Thanks for looking in and your comments every one

Post by **theoneaeon** » Wed Nov 27, 2019 3:07 pm

Thats an awesome model and great skill in the decal work

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Wed Nov 27, 2019 5:35 pm

theoneaeon wrote: Wed Nov 27, 2019 3:07 pm Thats an awesome model and great skill in the decal work

Thanks for looking in and your comments

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Thu Nov 28, 2019 7:02 pm

Clear coats on

Post by **Twokidsnosleep** » Thu Nov 28, 2019 7:41 pm

Wild...and subtle

Post by **Pete75** » Thu Nov 28, 2019 10:32 pm

Twokidsnosleep wrote: Thu Nov 28, 2019 7:41 pm Wild...and subtle

Big relief to get everything safely locked down with clear, I imagine! Impressive stuff

Post by **barryf1fan** » Fri Nov 29, 2019 2:39 am

These (this and the Merc) are crazy good. Can't wait for the final and "team" pics.

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Fri Nov 29, 2019 9:39 am

Thanks for looking in and your comments every one the final assembly after a little tidying up is not far off now.

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sat Nov 30, 2019 7:43 pm

All done just the one picture for now as my Internet connection has died and I'm awaiting the repair man

Post by **Gary30** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 11:14 am

Hey @Hawkmoon just read through this thread again, and true to my word I have just picked up this kit for myself

Did you ever take any final reveal pictures of this one? I did just have a quick look but couldn't find any

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 7:04 pm

Thanks for reminding me Barry and here you go the last couple show both cars together and soon to have a third car-

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Post by **Gary30** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 7:47 pm

‘Barry’ approves

Post by **barryf1fan** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 10:14 pm

Gary30 wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2020 7:47 pm ‘Barry’ approves

these look awesome, and a 3rd. ??

Seriously ?!?!?!

Post by **barryf1fan** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 10:17 pm

and yes, I think he meant 'Gary'.

I still approve! You, sir, have my coveted:

Post by **digger303** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 11:12 pm

Post by **Kevthemodeller** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 11:39 pm

Proper top

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 11:43 pm

Sorry Gary and Barry I got the names mixed up

Just ordered another BMW Z4 GT3 Goodsmile from Hiroboy this is the 2012 version but still has the wicked decals

https://www.hiroboy.com/124_BMW_Z4_GT3_ ... 12841.html

They also have the paint masks in stock for the kit

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 11:50 pm

barryf1fan wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2020 10:14 pm
Gary30 wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2020 7:47 pm ‘Barry’ approves

these look awesome, and a 3rd. ??

Seriously ?!?!?!

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRMMMMMMMMMM

its gona be 4 now got this one about 3 weeks ago-

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https://www.hiroboy.com/124_BMW_Z4_GT3_ ... 12841.html

And now have the 2012 super GT on the way link above. I think I need help

Post by **Gary30** » Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:17 am

Hawkmoon wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2020 11:43 pm Sorry Gary and Barry I got the names mixed up

Just ordered another BMW Z4 GT3 Goodsmile from Hiroboy this is the 2012 version but still has the wicked decals

https://www.hiroboy.com/124_BMW_Z4_GT3_ ... 12841.html

They also have the paint masks in stock for the kit

Yeah that’s the one I just picked up

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sat Feb 22, 2020 12:29 pm

Nice one Gary

Post by **Stevewill** » Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:42 pm

Love the car must have a go at one treat work

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sun Feb 23, 2020 7:16 pm

Stevewill wrote: Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:42 pm Love the car must have a go at one treat work

There nice kits that go together well but the decals can be challenging , even so they look the dogs nuts when done. thanks for looking in and your comments

Post by **Stevewill** » Sun Mar 08, 2020 9:18 pm

Saw this and just thought I have to have a go at one looks great.

Post by **Stevewill** » Sun Mar 08, 2020 9:21 pm

So hear we are just finished the tub but I had to add some details in.
Body is painted ready to start the details. Hope it looks as good as yours.

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Sun Mar 08, 2020 11:19 pm

Looking good and very nice work

Post by **Stevewill** » Sun Mar 15, 2020 9:28 pm

And after a week of work we have the finished car first time doing this and very pleased with the outcome.

Post by **Hawkmoon** » Mon Mar 16, 2020 7:18 am

Very nice result on the decals and car. Top work

Post by **Kevthemodeller** » Tue Mar 17, 2020 3:51 pm

Lovely decalling work

Post by **DRUMS01** » Tue Mar 17, 2020 5:02 pm

Seeing your work brings a Good Smile to my face.

(sorry but I had to say it)...

Ben