Episode 278: Alan Gonick

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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