1909 Hupmobile - Brass-Era sporty driving - done!

One of the fun parts of modelling is picking a subject that’s a bit different, or outside your comfort zone. Sure, it’s always fun to build a subject you know lots about, but building something unusual usually leads one to finding out a lot of interesting history and information about the subject. Thus, the experience is both informative and enjoyable, and who knows, maybe it even gives you a chance to acquire some new tricks!

For me, that’s exactly what happened when I build the old Hawk (nee Kaysun) 1909 Hupmobile that my friend Alan sent me by mail. I have always liked brass-era cars, but never had the chance to build one. Well, that has now been rectified, and I have to say, it was a scream!

I learned a tonne about early automotive history and even connected with some people I’d have never crossed paths with if I hadn’t had this kit to work on. It was a kit that my uncle and I were both excited about, although it’s a shame he passed away before he got to see it completed.

So, if you want to see something just a bit out of the ordinary, check out my Hupmobile at the link below; who knows, maybe you’ll find out something new too!

https://adamrehorn.wordpress.com/hawk-kaysun-1-24-1909-hupmobile-model-20-runabout/

First I've seen of one of these. Thanx for the wonderful detailed piece at your website! Before I lost my
modeling mojo" I had started the old MPC Stutz. For things like copper or brass on the kit's excellent engine, i used very thin colored foil from old candy wrappers. For some places it worked like a charm.
Re: what to do with wood, most floorboards would likely be done in just paint, black was cheap. The dash was often a selling feature of the car, so varnish was the thing. On the engine color, I'm not sure. Engines could be bought from suppliers, like the "wisconsin" engine company. Whatever color the company used, was what was installed. Black paint went on most accessories on the engine. When I began my Stutz, the books by "Automobile Quarterly" were a big help. My (unfinished) model had a red underside fenders, and black upper. The Auto. Quarterly had the paint scheme.
I'm running on again, thanx for a superior build and description of how you work your magic!