Surfite (Ed 'Big Daddy' Roth) - 1964
This model will be one of a collection of Ed 'Big Daddy' Roth cars and motorcycles. The kit came with a Tiki hut that will eventually
be completed.  

The car was powered by a Mini Cooper engine, making it front wheel drive. The car appeared briefly in the move "Beach Blanket
Bingo".


Base Kit(s):   Revell Surfite with Tiki Hut (kit number 1240)

Finished:       October 2025

Modifications/Additions:
- Poseable steering
-
Aftermarket gauges, covered with UV clear resin
- Adhesive black felt for interior floor
- Spark plug wiring added
- Opened up slots in front bumper area
- Exhaust pipe replaced with stainless steel tubing
- Stripes on surfboard are a combination of decals and masking

- Paint is Tamiya
lemon yellow on body, chrome yellow on surfboard

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