In this episode of the Model Car Culture Podcast, I’m joined by Alan Gonick — longtime model car builder, photographer, and writer from Southern California.

Alan shares decades of experience in the hobby, including:

• His legendary ’57 Chevy custom build
  
  
• Techniques for bodywork, molding, and scratch-building
  
  
• His history writing for Lowrider Bicycle Magazine
  
  
• Stories from shows like Cactus Classic, SoCal events, and more
  
  
• Deep insight into classic model car craftsmanship
  
  
• Tools, materials, and techniques used before modern 3D printing
  
  
• How research, history, and creativity shape better model builds
  
  

This episode is packed with real model car knowledge, old-school techniques, and inspiration for builders of all levels.

If you’re into scale modeling, custom builds, or model car history, this one’s for you.

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In Episode 277 of the Model Car Culture Podcast, we’re joined by Bullitt Eighty Seven, a forward-thinking model builder from Texas known for high-end custom, drift-inspired, and concept-driven scale builds.

This deep-dive conversation goes far beyond the workbench. Bullet 87 breaks down his creative process, from early sketchbooks and industrial design influence, to 3D printing, scratch-building, and storytelling through model cars.

We cover:

Traveling with builds and finishing models on the road

Turning real-world automotive culture into scale concepts

Topographical map artwork and hidden Easter eggs in builds

Advanced use of 3D printing vs scratch-building

Race cars, drift cars, time attack concepts, and custom trucks

Why storytelling matters more than box art

How art, design, and problem-solving shape better builds

This episode is packed with real insight for serious builders, creatives, and anyone pushing past the instructions to build something personal and meaningful.
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In Episode 276 of the Scale Riders Podcast, we sit down with visionOne24, an exceptional scale model builder from New Jersey and a key member of the Diversified Scalerz Model Car Club. Known for producing clean builds, accurate stance, and stunning detail work, he continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in 1/24 and 1/25 scale.

In this episode, we dive into his journey, the evolution of his style, the influence of Diversified Scalerz, and what inspires him to create standout builds year after year. If you’re passionate about model cars, custom craftsmanship, stance culture, and detailed scale work, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
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