James
Western Thunderer
Something a bit different.
I used to do all sorts with buses but over the years less and less. I'm not sure why though.
Anyway my dad has a significant birthday coming up and one of his favourite buses is the ECW bodied Bristol L. He's a life long bus and trolleybus enthusiast, as well as railways, and has written various books on Hull's trans, trolleybuses and buses.
His love of these Bristol vehicles came from childhood holidays in Scarborough, his uncle had a pub in Scalby (pronounced "Score-by"). Since buses in 7mm are rare, virtually all diecast buses are 1/50 scale, the Scalelink kit for the Bristol L has a certain appeal, especially for a special birthday.
It's like older resin kits I've experienced - a bit rough around the edges as it comes but hopefully a decent basis for a model.