These Scale Model Car Builds Blew my Mind at the Model Car Contest!

Check out these COOL Scale Model Cars that Mike Raisin Garrett built! Also Mike tells us all about them.... You won't want to miss these builds.
Throttle Power

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Wow, are those builds nice or what? Thanks Mike!!! 👍👍👍

[@shotdowninflames3466]

Are those the same ones he had in Indy? Very cool!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@shotdowninflames3466 Yes, some of them.

[@raisingarrett7763]

Thanks Tim, you make me look better than I deserve.

[@doug81337]

@@raisingarrett7763 ....those are amazing!

[@kevinwasson9266]

I have seen his work first hand and it is some of the best. Talked with him about his builds at many shows. He is a great guy and tells you how he did something if you ask.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool Kevin!!!

[@theplayernkc]

5:00 pure truth if you're a real car/truck lover. When you get older, you do appreciate all different brand's makes and models (GM/Ford/Dodge etc), even though you still lean towards one company more than others.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So very true!!!!!!!!!!!

[@briccc4why518]

The rolled down side window on the Comet is an awesome touch.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree, that was really cool!!

[@user-sd5go4rr4i]

I don't have the finances for all the stuff but its nice to see what can be created.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I understand that.

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

Im looking at all the detail in these cars (love the yellow 57 AWB) and Im so impressed with the skill it took. It takes a steady had to do some of that work.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Randy!!!!!!!!!!

[@duanetripp4226]

Another great addition to Throttle Power. This one was particularly interesting.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool, so glad you enjoyed Duane! It was really nice hanging out with you at the show. Kind of was like old times.... 🙂👍😉

[@roncornell4345]

Thanks for sharing awesome cars Tim

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you like them Ron!

[@AussieScaleModeller]

Mate they are off the dead set charts, Another adults only Video for us Modellers here in Aus, Cheers Mate for Another great Vid, Jason

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thank you Jason, I agree...... 🙂👍

[@TheTolleRoad]

Wow… he put some effort into those. The one he failed at building as a kid would of course be his favorite. Stuff from childhood always has more personal meaning to it.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So so true!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@blueoxmodelshop3405]

Those are amazing!!!! That Blown Hell 55 altered is spot on! The real car is always at my local track for nostalgia days. All very beautiful builds!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh wow, very cool!!!!!!!!!

[@SomeplaceOrAnother]

Theses cars look so cool 😎 I would love the full size model 😀

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Me too Brian! 🙂👍😉

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

Someone came up to me at a car show and said that someone had built a model like my 57 Gasser. I'd like to see it someday and give whoever built it a ride in the real deal.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

If I come across that model Randy I will let you know about it.

[@johnmanley7859]

The carburetors and anodized fuel lines are awesome I really like the CUDA.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree John!!

[@michaelcooke2559]

Excellent builds. I totally understand why his builds got your attention. Thanks for sharing.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh yea!!!!!!

[@rosemaryr.long-morgan9704]

Thanks for sharing Mike's video. Wow, great builds!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes, very nice builds!!

[@russellpoland6637]

Those are extremely impressive builds! Thank You for sharing with Us here.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Russell!!

[@roysnyder4423]

Man! That Raisin can build an Eye Pleasing, Fully Detailed, Highly Accurate works of Art !!!!.!" An excellent video

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Roy!!

[@A.J.pocketwatchshop]

Impressive builds! Ultra cool! Thanks for sharing. I have to make those shows.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thanks A.J. Yes, check out some of the shows, I think you will really enjoy them!

[@hotrodsandhorsepower1516]

Nice models I really love the life like features

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!!!!!

[@kenyork1107]

Awesome , these are super cool Mike . I love building models , especially when I was a kid . I'm 73 years young and growing up I love nice cars and trucks and fixing them up . I love detailing them to and I was a detailing manager for a car dealership and when we had new car shows I could make them shine and I have won several awards . Keep them videos coming my friend . Happy trails 👣

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool and thank you for the kind words Ken! So glad you enjoy the vids. 🙂👍😊

[@thescalemodelcarguychannel8681]

Absolutely a amazing builder and his love for johan kits is like mine!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Kind of thought you would enjoy that Shawn.... 🙂👍😉

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Great video on Raisin's models, Tim. Great job showing his killer work.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool, thanks!!!

[@julianr.7186]

As a former plastic car kit builder myself I´m in awe. Impossible to pick a winner!! They are all 1st place!! Congratulations!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Couldn't agree more!

[@wuzomed]

Yup that’s exactly how I started in the hobby. It was a revell integra with a complete turbo kit. The details on that sucker back in 2005 where there was no 3d printing accessible. Been hooked ever since

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool!!!!!!!

[@alancyr3100]

Ive seen him post on a few Facebook pages and he does awesome work. He recently did a big rig build and he knocked that out of the park. Thanks for sharing that interview.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Alan!!

[@rickzinck9326]

Mike is an exceptional talent. All beautiful builds loaded with details. Thanks for sharing his work Tim.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Couldn't agree more Rick!

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

I started my car crazy life by building models. When my brothers were playing sports in school, I was building model cars, or should I say model car. I never had more than one model built because I would use parts from all of them to build just one, Then I would study the look I created for a few days or weeks until I got another idea for a build from seeing one at the drags or on the street. Back in the 60s we did not have the stuff they have available today. I would save enough money to buy a model just for the cool parts. Only the old guys would know this but back in the 60s our 7-11 store sold model cars. The owner of our 7-11 store put up a little 3x5 index card by the models that said he was having a model car contest. He brought in a 4ft wide by maybe 5ft high display case to display all the entries. After seeing that he was having a model car contest I went to work on my entry. You see my uncles were totally into drag racing and I would go to the drags with them and study all the cars and wonder what my car would be when I grew up. My entry to the contest was ...a 1964 AWB (altered wheelbase) ford Galaxy. I threw every race part I could into that build just to have everyone laugh at how funny it looked with the altered wheelbase (it's a funny car). I assumed everyone knew what AWB cars were because drag cars were all I knew. Fast forward to when we met at the TRI-5 nationals at Beech Bend in Bowling Green and there I was with my real Blown 57 chevy nostalgic gasser. It represented all the influences from my early days of model car building down to the black and white rear wheels, I've owned my 57 chevy for almost 50 years and for that momentous occasion this year I am offering out my last rendition of this car. You can follow that build on my channel. If I knew more about what you were into, I would have talked your ear off about it, but I could tell you were working. Go back to your TRI-5 video and you will see my 57 in it. BTW.: Building these models take a lot more skill than building the real thing, and cheaper too .lol

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very very cool Randy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 👍👍🙂😉

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

3:30 WOW what and awesome Build, details after details amazing results beautiful

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree KC..... 🙂👍

[@BondeSmith]

I Love that Red Alert! 2:07 , that's the actual Year the real Red Alert is, 1970 Chevelle. I read that that's where AMT got the idea to make this model, but they made a 72 Chevelle version. Great show! Thank you for sharing!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes, that was a really nice build!!! So glad you enjoyed the vid. 👍 🙂

[@BondeSmith]

@@THROTTLEPOWER 👍👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@BondeSmith 🙂

[@captnemomodelingzone7850]

Wow them are amazing builds. Great story and how you meet up with Mike . Thank for sharing. You always bring awesome videos and contents. Have a great week buddy 👊👊👍👍👊

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thank you for the kind words Neamon and hope you have a great week too! 👍👍😉🙂

[@joelthorne2603]

Wow....those are great Tim!!! Thanks for showcasing him!! Great job as always Timster!! 😎🏁

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So glad you like them Joel!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Will you be at the HMCA show this weekend?

[@jamesfranczak4831]

GREAT looking cars CONGRATULATIONS on building such Great cars

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you like them James!

[@jcsgaragejohnc.5027]

Awesome Model’s, TY for sharing

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool, glad you like them JC!

[@wormkillerdan6486]

Excellent builds! Johan really put out some great Pro/stock kits and Mike did them proud! Really miss the 70's era Pro stocks! Thanks for sharing!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Couldn't agree more Dan!

[@willyct207]

Thanks for sharing these awesome models with us Mr Tim!!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So glad you like them Willy!

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

Absolutely beautiful show Tim, thankyou for taking us all along so cool to see so many talented builders, love ya show and channel cheers KC Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺🤝🇺🇸😎👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So glad you enjoyed KC...... 👍🙂🍻

[@joeparson9967]

Great video, the featured builder has a great eye for detail. The “Red Alert “ Chevelle is on my list for future builds, I have everything to do the old race team set AMT issued back in the 70’s including a couple sets of decals for the car and van I found on EBay awhile back Thanks again for sharing.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Joe, and yes. I want to build the Red Alert too someday!

[@JethrosGarage-op4bo]

Great video Tim, I absolutely love the race cars from the 60s and 70s. Those are some amazing builds, thanks for sharing them with us.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Jeff!!

[@poppysrcandmodels]

There are some really gifted people in this world and he is truly amazing! Absolutely beautiful models! Fantastic video thanks for sharing!! 👍😎👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Couldn't agree more! 👍🙂😉

[@mikehurst2899]

Sweet builds… thanks for sharing Tim

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you like them Mike!

[@downthethroatmodeling]

Thanks for sharing Tim. So very impressive👌👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you enjoyed it!!!

[@bkmodelcars]

Very impressive-looking bills also love that boat the background

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Butch!

[@bkmodelcars]

Great lookin builds love the boat in the background too

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Right on Butch, the boat is really cool!!!!!

[@kayespea2264]

Oh my. Beautiful work!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes, it really is!!

[@timemachinesscalemodels]

Yes! He's a fantastic builder.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh yea!!!!

[@toecutter8002]

I bet in the next few years we're actually are going to start to get metal car bodies in 1:25 and 1:24 scale size. I'm pretty sure you know about metal earth model kits where you have to twist the flat peg to attach it together. But I believe we're going to start seeing this conversion from plastic bodies to metal bodies.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Probably so.

[@mightylonesome9426]

I always pay special attention to the chrome trim when I watch these videos. For the most part his is near flawless. I focus on the chrome because mine is hit or miss, especially on thin or narrow applications. Great video Tim, like to see more like this that spotlight specific builders.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree, that can make or break a build! Will keep that suggestion in mind and look at doing more vids like this..... It was fun!!!

[@richardlee1092]

Really nice stuff! Thanks Tim.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Richard!!

[@MuttModeler]

Great video Tim thanks for sharing the story! Super cool that you were able to find out who the builder is and even crazier that you were able to meet up and do a walk around with him. The model or models you go back to look at three or four times during the course of a model show day Are the special ones 😊

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Craig they were really cool, so glad you enjoyed them!

[@ronstewart9792]

Man those are fantastic builds. Thanks so much Tim. Ron

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thanks Ron, glad you like them!

[@jman6030]

Some nice models!Taking me a while too .have a rat rod in flat black and rust lol and a 67 chevelle that I'm doing in grape for the first time.good job!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh wow, now that sounds really cool!!!!

[@davidchin350]

Those are all nice builds Tim, thanks for sharing.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree David!!

[@michaelhintzmikesminiature1812]

Beautiful builds!!! Great video!!! Thanks for sharing Tim.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thank you Mike, so glad you enjoyed it!!

[@raymondblasee1048]

I'm a drag racing fan modeler and you got a good eye for these fantastic builds! Thanks for showing this video!👍🏁

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So glad you liked them Raymond! 👍🙂🏁

[@brucechapman5553]

The detail work on those kits is off the charts. I’ve saw some beautiful kits and those are right there with the best of them. Keep up the great work!!!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh yea, couldn't agree more Bruce!

[@benjiarehart2878]

The Sox $ Martin Cuda is a work of Art.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!

[@vichetdragoncars3186]

These cars look so cool

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree ............. 👍

[@seandavis9154]

Those models are absolutely mind blowing! Thank you for such a great upload. 👍🏼

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool, glad you like them Sean!

[@jimsmodelcargarage3196]

Grat video Tim, those builds were amazing. K.u.t.g.w buddy

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thanks Jim! 👍

[@MileHighScaleModeler]

Very cool! Really enjoyed this one!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool!!!!

[@marcosfernandeznanita7150]

They are really awesome builds, thanks for sharing man

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you like them Marcos!

[@OffRampAdventures]

Wow! So realistic!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!!!!!!

[@brandaneakright6082]

Those are some really impressive builds, I’ve seen his work first hand and it’s really good. It’s fun building model cars, but I really enjoy adding all the detailing to them and the paint jobs.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Brandan!!

[@petesmodelcarcustoms584]

Amazing builds, Tim 👍🤩. Love the awb 55 and 7. But great details in all of them. 👍🤩Thanks for showing 👍😎Pete 🤓

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Pete, thanks 👍 🙂 😉 👍 🍻

[@ledheadkustomplastic3442]

Really cool stuff there. Nice builds and video. 😎👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you enjoyed them!! 🙂😉👍

[@bluesman273]

I got goose bumps from head to toe when I saw the Richie Evans modified. I used to see him race at Thompson and Stafford. The memory is going as I get older but for some reason the 'B+M Speed Shop' decal really stirred some emotions. If anyone knows where it is/was (or if it actually existed or is fictional) please let me know. What an incredible build 👍🍻

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh wow, very cool and yes, it's a GREAT build!!!! 🙂👍🍻

[@garyparker2969]

No Doubt,,, Absolutely STUNNING Builds 😱😱, Thanks For Sharing Sir, GBA,,,, Gary.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Gary!!! 👍🙂

[@frizzosmodels]

Great find they are amazing builds👊🤘👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Frank!! 👍🙂😉👍

[@skip-o-maticsmodelmania5774]

Very nice builds, great builder. I aspire to be at that level someday. Thanks for sharing Tim.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes, he is good Skip!

[@bigeddie1231]

what a great video sir thank you for making and posting it

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you enjoyed it Big Eddie!

[@Red-rl1xx]

Some amazing models!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Mark!

[@davidcampbell4053]

Love the carz..Kool man.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you enjoyed David!

[@openexhaustmodels5139]

Brilliant mate, thanks for sharing 👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thank you for the kind words, so glad you enjoyed... 👍🙂

[@keithhebert9334]

Wow those are amazing best I've ever seen

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Keith!!

[@KBCC_Garage]

I’m a fan of Raisins work! Really really cool builds and a great feature video Tim! 😎👍🏾

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂

[@RestorationAustralia]

Very cool models indeed. 👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes they are! 👍🙂

[@jeffreyn.greene6233]

Very cool builds very talented 👌

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Jeffreyn! 🙂👍

[@shanew.williams]

On the Richie Evans car HOW do you get the detail so fine as to highlight each "bore" of the 4 barrel carb ? I'm learning that the details "make" the model. I've used washes,panel line accent etc. trying to get the details more realistic. But the builder (Mr. Garrett) imo,judging from this vid,is a real master. There's texture,shading,anodized,cast finishes etc. Not everything is supposed to look "painted." Excellent

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Shane, very very nice work!

[@kregskorner8851]

Nice engine details... I need to make it to a model show!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes, the engine detail was really nice Kreg. Are there any shows in your area?

[@kregskorner8851]

@@THROTTLEPOWER Not many, Detroit area once and a while, always on days I am unable to attend, or I hear about it a day later...

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@kregskorner8851 Ok

[@keithsmodelsandrcs6593]

Awsome buildercool story how u found him threw aquiring threw other guy luka and then meet him having chat with him about all awsome builds nice stuff tim hes cool eye for detail, 👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Yes, I agree Keith..... 👍🙂😉

[@Stupidfastracing]

Man those are absolutely beautiful he does some killer work I have the comet and the maverick and the decals too build the mustang it's the mpc fire fighter kit

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool, those will build up nice!

[@TWTexasA1]

Yep mine look just like that…except for the big glob of glue running down the windshield 🤪🤪🤪🤪

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I've had that happen way to many times too! 😃😉

[@johnnycee5179]

Nice detail

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thanks!

[@ivobuelens]

Top modelling 👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Sure is!

[@bubbapipe]

Must agree..they look pretty cool. Does Mike have a KZbin channel by any chance?

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Ed, no he doesn't.

[@GO4RIDER_trikelife937]

😀👍👍✌️ good stuff!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thanks 👍

[@FreeMan-JPLK]

Nice!👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Thanks! 👍

[@frankcerne7613]

He is a good model builder

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree Frank

[@duaneulman9915]

Thank you

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Glad you enjoyed Duane.

[@donaldsutherland244]

Check out Roger Zimmermann's Continental MkII. Completely scratchbuilt!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool, I'll do that.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

The 1/12 scale build? That is really nice!

[@moparnut6286]

WOW!😍😍😍😍!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh yea!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@darylanderson9268]

I like musle cars and pro stocks never got into altered

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Muscle cars and Pro Stocks are cool!!!!!!!!!

[@kevinwilson3398]

Can you let me know when and where was the model show in Cincinnati? Thank you for your time

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

October 22 at the Tri State War Bird Museum put on by the Cincinnati Scale Modelers.

[@jonathonrailsback9270]

I wonder how they got models so glossy

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Finish them with clear coat Jonathon and/or a good wax job.

[@allorganicplanting]

Wow New York just doesn't have any scale model car's or ships or anything they just don't have it.😢 maybe one day. But I don't think it will happen. Or maybe there are.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Fingers crossed some shows will start your way.

[@frankblosse119]

What glue do you use to keep these models together because I use the glue that everybody used to glue and it seems like after a year everything you got to reglue again and it's a pain in the ass is there a glue that you use that special that keeps these models together

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Tamiya extra thin, Testors or Faller and sometimes Super Glue..... If your glueing on chrome parts make sure to sand/scrape off the chrome part that will be glued Frank, same with painted parts.

[@smithgroove945]

👍👍👍

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

🤜🤛 🙂

[@freddyalexander6236]

Hey guy I see u have a turnpike Peterbilt lit behind u Would totally love to have it Fred

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Good eye Fred, I need to get back on that kit and finish it. You don't see them around much any more.

[@freddyalexander6236]

Yes I still have one .but it's a n piece's Need a nother one

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

How did it turn to Pieces?

[@freddyalexander6236]

Oh between moving and divorce

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Aaaaaaa, man, I can 100% relate to that.

[@scottawes921]

Hey! I want to know about that Dodge van with the drag boat. What can anybody enlighten me with?

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Not sure about it Scott.

[@scottawes921]

Well, that's not very enlightening. Feel free to back burner that and get back to me. I gotta have the boat kit if it's out there.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@scottawes921 👍👍