Diecast Int'l Builders Hot Wheels Custom '65 Chevy Impala

[@emilybaker4705]

I love the little license plates! Love this build! Great colors!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Emily! Those darn little license plates make me so darn happy - it's silly but it's great when I can put them on a build.

[@RedlineGarageHW]

Great job Jim, you can’t go wrong with Samed wheels, perfect paint and I know you had a fight with tinting the glass. Thank you for joining us this month 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️😃👍🏻

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Don! Thanks for having the event!

[@timburnette5914]

Awesome Jim! Great job on “tinting” the windows. Love that paint! Stay Safe my friend!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Tim! You stay safe out there too!

[@MG-id7hl]

Great build Jim. It's the way die-cast builds go. Some go smoothly without a hitch, and some deserve to get stomped on the floor. The trick is to have more successes than failures.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you so much! I try not to stomp on builds...I think they look better sticking out of the wall lol.

[@deweyg5377]

Good job Jim. Yeah, the yellow glass is, shall we say, less than desirable. The blacked out windows look much better. 👍🏻

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Dewey!

[@DiecastMediaNetwork]

Man, those stickers are sweeeet. The build is equally sweeeet. Sweet all around. This is one where I actually like the casting, it's just treated poorly virtually every time with bad glass, bad wheels, etc.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks! The stickers were an idea of a way to thank the Patreon members for their support...and I have more on the drawing board for later this year 😊 (It also was a learning experience...which makes it more fun for me - learning to create vector graphics was cool)

[@jeffbaker2897]

I really like what you did with the 65 Jim, a big improvement 👍, I like putting tag plates on the cars too, adds to the realism, stay safe buddy. 👋😎🚗🚙🚘

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Jeff!

[@simplekustomsbyeddiepapand1838]

This one's an oldie but good one !! Lol sometimes I find the more u work the casting the worst it gets !! Thanks for the ride!!!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Eddie!

[@larrybailey8546]

Another great transformation Jim! Like that two tone paint!👍 I bought some license plate decals from SC Redlines and love using them as well! Yes, that “ yella” glass had to go. Thanks for showing us that despite some times being frustrating, custom builds can be fun!😎

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Larry! Those darn little license plates are so much fun!

[@matchboxmark8191]

Wow! What an amazing transformation! You nailed it!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Mark! The invitational was a lot of fun!

[@SoMoDiecast]

Beautiful build Jim! Love the two tone and wheels. Thanks for building with us!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Ron! It was fun to be part of the build. I'm hoping to get a build finished for the one on October 5th as well...if all goes smoothly :)

[@SoMoDiecast]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms you can do it, see you on October 5th!

[@DannysDiecastDisasters]

Great job mate, love the colors 👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much Danny! Found a pic of the car with those colors on the internet and knew I had to give it a try. Take care my friend! Oh! Thanks again for the decals you emailed to Patreon members -- I can't wait to put them to use.

[@joeholloway1386]

Nice build and paint job 👍👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Joe!

[@paulayenkelun4349]

Great transformation! Your makeovers always look so professional. Keep up the great work I’ll keep watching.🙂

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you Paula! Hope you like the upcoming builds!

[@opasdiecastrestorations8611]

Beautiful work my friend that turned out amazing I especially love the wheels on this custom! Thanks for building again with us hope to see you in the future builds also Jim

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much Scott! I'm hoping to do a build for the one on the 5th.

[@davidneilson3508]

Looks awesome. Love the two tone 👍👍😊

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks David!

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

Perfect wheels awesome two tone paint, and a awesome conversation makes it a fab video custom build, full watch while eating suppa, cheers KC 🇦🇺🇦🇺🤝🇺🇸🇺🇸😎🙂👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much KC! Really makes me happy to know that the video was entertaining!

[@PBsRetroRestorations]

Like your Impala Jim, completely forgot I have one of these I could have built. Never mind, thanks for joining in.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much! I'm still trying to catch up on videos and hope to check your build out later today. Thanks for putting on the event - it was fun!

[@beltfed4624]

That was an incredible transformation, Professor! There's no wayyy I could ever be trusted around that one, I'd go right for Mexico to get new VIN tags! 🤣 Interior detail is nice too. Definitely a homerun! 👍🏻

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

🤣🤣🤣 I wouldn't mind having this one 1:1 myself, but it wouldn't stray very far from home. Thanks!

[@dgs.creates]

Really love the paint...AND the lil license plates! 😆 Kinda glad it got tinted glass. Looks great buddy 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

LOL Those darn little license plates always make me laugh...gotta love them. Thanks!

[@dgs.creates]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms I'd add them to all my builds if I had some! They're like the perfect finishing touch.

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

Very cool 😎. Great work as always

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Mike!

[@martindaredare]

Very smart Jim looks brilliant

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Martin!

[@mikemiller9023]

It's always good to see you take an ugly duckling and turn it into something much more friendly on the eyes, Jim. Nice job as usual!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Mike!

[@Mr-_-Leo]

Wish my headache projects turned out this awesome!! Looks fantabulous!!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much!

[@mikehawkins346]

Now that's a fine looking machine Dad, that Model Magic spray looks to be good stuff!!!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Son! The darn spray paint has been discontinued, which is how I was able to snag a bunch of cans for less than $1.60 each. But once it's gone.........

[@mikehawkins346]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms apparently I missed out at my Hobby Lobby, but I went there intending on buying all they had left so I got what I deserved

[@diecast164andmore9]

Looks great!! That car needed a makeover, straight outta the blister!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks! It really was an incredibly unattractive car from the factory. There was no hesitation at all to strip off the paint lol

[@PendulumEffect]

Another top job Jim. Big fan of your work. Best wishes from the Isle of Harris, Scotland.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching the videos! Take care!

[@MG-id7hl]

I thought I was maybe the furthest away in the UK....Greetings from near the North Coast of Northern Ireland 😄

[@briansdiecastthailandstoth6747]

Great work looks Fantastic

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Brian!

[@Matt-md5yt]

Awesome build my friend.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Matt!

[@mortenhenningsen940]

Turned out great. Great idea getting rid og that yellow glas

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Morten - that darn yellow glass. I wish they would all be clear or only slightly tinted.

[@markrobinson8865]

Great job Jim 👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks again Mark!

[@markrobinson8865]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms you're welcome 😊

[@TinaMdot]

I like it very much, Jim, you succeeded!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Tina!

[@neilcummings9939]

yet another amazing build jim. love it

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Neil!

[@SummerRoseRacing]

Great work on this Jim! I definitely love that metallic blue you used! :)

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Summer! I'm hoping to use that same blue on a Corvette in the not too distant future.

[@SummerRoseRacing]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms That will look totally sweet! :)

[@RestorationAustralia]

Very cool well done.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you!

[@antoninagrachre6898]

Cool 😎👍 love it 👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you!

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Turned out pretty good Jim.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Charlie!

[@daneself858]

So much better 🔥🔥🔥👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Dane!

[@southpawdiecast8352]

Oh yeah Jim theta is such a nice job love your color's as well. Funny you mentioned the the Chrome Pen if you notice on my build the chrome didn't go in good either it looked bad. I was disappointed. BB yt outstanding job Buddy

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Scott! Yeah that darn Molotow pen, for as fantastic as it can be, when it's not going smoothly, it's not pretty lol

[@issacsminicustoms685]

Look's great Jim I like it👍👍 keep up the great work

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Issac!

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

Im of to watch your 4x4 TBM Build now 🙂👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Love what you did with your 4x4 build KC...starting with the broken axle and chip and all. Both of us kept our original paint on the builds :)

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms thankyou Jim yes when the paint doesnt need changing I leave it, as dont have to repaint everyone of them, appreciate the support, I was going to do a Ford ranger😂 but ended up going Aussie build as been wanting to do it for ages, all the best cheers KC 🇦🇺🇦🇺🤝🇺🇸🇺🇸😎🙂👍

[@jorgenpinoy1724]

Nice build mate...

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you!

[@lennonjames3871]

100% + better never thought of painting the glass I like it 🤔👍🥃✌

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks! The glass is acceptable...but barely lol I wish it had turned out even better (like the test one lol)

[@FunAtHomeCollectibles]

What a fantastic job mate. Have an awesome day! (From the Home of Jumps, Railslides, Corkscrews and Collection Vids)

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks! Hope you have a great one too!

[@johnnythys7428]

Indeed an interesting build Jim. But that yellow glass was 😫.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Johnny!

[@bjscustoms]

Awesome job Jim it turned out really cool man. Very nice job one this one.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much! I'm pretty happy with it.

[@planetadasminiaturas]

Cool my brother 👏

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thank you so much!

[@johnnyvscustomsgaragetassie.]

Awesome Combo Jim Keep em roll'n on Cheer's Johnny V

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much Johnny V!

[@2ahdcat]

I'm amazed Ya didn't go with a 64. Never the less... Good looking car bro. That paint HAD to go. Looks great in silver (or "silva") LOL. Nice stance and wheel choice too. Don't forget the Mafia builds came out today too 👍

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

It was easy not to go with a '64 because I didn't have one. I go with what I got :) Thanks!

[@2ahdcat]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms Ah, ok. lol

[@Doc300ZX]

very sweet buddy!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Doc!

[@stockholm1752]

Huh. 🤔 I’ve had a gold w/ white flames version of this thing sitting on my desk. Just this afternoon, I picked it up and said to myself, “Nope. Too ugly to even think about.” Well, your video here has given me second thoughts. Just maybe....

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks - hope you have fun with it!

[@cudasdiecastcustoms7567]

JIMMM HEY BROTHER! what an awesome job from u as always!! I love it man! I WILL BE BACK SOON!!!!

[@cudasdiecastcustoms7567]

What do I gotta do to get a sticker my good sir

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much Cole! Focus on what you need to get done...the real life stuff...and we will all be here when you get back.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

🤣🤣🤣 Oh the sticker...send me one of yours and I'll send you one of mine. Just email me your address [e-mail]

[@leegoldeneagle9003]

My car yes very nice work as always love it brother nice sweet Lee

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Lee!

[@matthewwilkins7463]

This is the first video of yours I've watched and I I have to say, well done! I am hitting the subscribe button as soon as I'm done typing this!!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks Matthew for watching and subscribing!

[@frasermartin6728]

Chalk and Cheese, Jim!

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

Thanks so much! I was hoping that all remnants of the original car would disappear :)

[@chevylandt.v]

Yeah I can relate, I for one can't stand the yellow, red, orange and green glass its irritating.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

And it's not like you ever see those colors on a real car. I've seen a LOT of '65 Impalas and I've never seen one with colored glass 🤣🤣🤣

[@chevylandt.v]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms yeah true but still it bugs me.

[@lostonwallace1396]

Any chance that you'd show off your mini-car collection in an upcoming video?

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

I don't really collect them as much they're divided into two groups - ones that have been customized...and ones that are waiting to be customized (aka "inventory" lol). Since all of my builds, except for maybe 10 or so done before the channel, appear in videos, looking at my videos is one way to see them all. Maybe someday I'll do a quick video of the builds here...but it's not typically the kind of video I do or enjoy. While I know other people like them, I'm not a big fan of box openings or peg hunt videos....they're just not my thing.

[@lostonwallace1396]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms I'd like to see a collection of the ones that you've done on video already. That's what I meant, really. I collect vintage Matchbox cars from the '50s and '60s, but I'm not a collector who collects for value. Just cuz I like having them. They don't have to be mint and all that either. I'd just like to see a collection of the things that you've done over the last few years.

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

@@lostonwallace1396 A few months ago I started to make a video of the builds I did before KZbin...something like 10 cars or so. Time got away from me and it never happened. Maybe I'll do something like a recap of all of my builds when the channel hits a major milestone...that could be fun and interesting.

[@lostonwallace1396]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms I know I'd like to see that! Seeing all your great work showcased together would most likely be pretty darn inspiring.

[@Mikehoncho84]

Try LODC wheels

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

If I remember correctly, I think they were a little pricey last time I checked (and I am pretty darn cheap lol)

[@Mikehoncho84]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms not to bad. 2 sets for $15. I can get them for $10

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

@@Mikehoncho84 that's not bad...still a little out of my price range. I'm more of a $4 a set at most kind of builder lol

[@Mikehoncho84]

@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms cheap ass lol. Jk. I love your work. I just like the LODC for use of use and color. They are an alloy wheel

[@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 you’re not the first person to call me that (even my dad did now and then 🤣🤣🤣). The LODC wheels are fantastic…but with as many builds as I do and wanting to have a selection of wheels on hand, it would get expensive fast.