'57 Splitty

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'57 Splitty

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This is my '57 splitty. Just got it back from getting a fresh coat of paint. Now the assembling begins. :hangloose:
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Awesome! We'll keep an eye on this one. Keep us updated!
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Nice!!!!!
Any before pics????
BTW your orange panelvan is just as nice :hangloose: :hangloose:
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looking great ! :hangloose:
what types are your '51 and '53 buses ??
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Hy Lyk sommer Lekker man :hangloose:


Thought I will find a pic or 2 how the Smartie bus used to look
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I like the paint job, she's going to be a looker! :flash:
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:hangloose: I like your choice of colours - keep the pics coming and good luck with the re-assembling, etc, etc 8)
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Wow! That really looks fantastic! I love the colour scheme you've gone for :hangloose: . Can't wait to see it reassembled :D
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Are you done jet?...... :lol: :lol:

I'll keep a eye on this one
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Post by lowlight »

any updates on this one?
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