The car in question is a Duesenberg Model J. Roadster of 1930 vintage owned by John Haynes O.B.E. and on display in the Haynes Motor Museum in Sparkford, Somerset, England. The project took 13 weeks to accomplish and was fraught with difficulties, however the finished product is very spectacular.
Basic chassis constructed from perspex and brass - painted in grey primer.
Chassis with the detailed scale plans for what is in store.
Chassis painted in primer surrounded by basic wing and running board components.
Basic body blocks in European beech glued up and clamped in position - awaiting initial carving.
Body shell with front wings mounted onto chassis.
Completed body shell and both wings on chassis awaiting sealing and priming.
Body shell completed and painted in two tone blue - paint hardening off.
Finished chassis painted dark blue waiting for the body shell.
Initial internal trimming started using tan coloured fine grain leather.
As before (different angle!).
Internal trimming almost complete including seats, door panels, dashboard, steering wheel etc.
Trial fitting of radiator shell, headlamp bar and horns prior to chrome plating.
Close up of front bumper waiting for chrome plating.

Close up of radiator shell and spare wheel rim awaiting chrome plating.
Assorted brightwork constructed from brass - soldered onto wires waiting to be chromed.
Nearing completion - most of the chrome work has been fitted. Awaiting wheels and tyres.
Tyres and spare wheel covers completed and to be fitted onto the wheels.
Front view, almost done!
Finished and awaiting collection by Sir John Haynes

 

 
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