Dinky Humber Hawk police car (circa 1960)

In this video I revive a rather poorly dinky Humber Hawk police car, its had a tough life and pretty much everything needed some attention

[@jesterger]

'Ello, 'ello, 'ello! Wots all this then? Nicely done, sir. I've got one of these on the go. I'll finish it off and give it to my brother. He was a copper here in Canada for 30 years. When we were kids, we watched the movies. This brings back the memories.

[@hellboy1959]

Yes as you can tell I was having Sunday afternoon black and white TV flashbacks while doing the car and thinking about villains called “fingers “ and Harry the leg happy days lol 😆

[@anthonypallatina646]

Nice improvisation on the interior repairs Neil, highlighting your attention to detail. Would like to see you create the decals, that would add to the entertainment. Another successful project. Well done. Just off the record, Mark will be delivering a potential commission in Feb? All will be revealed. Look after yourself 😈🧛‍♂️😉👍

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks mate these older cars are a bit of a favourite for me, intriguing to see what Marc will be bringing? Can’t wait 👍🏻👍🏻

[@septiccalling8341]

Nicely done, very smart 👍🏻👌🏻

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks mate 👍🏻👍🏻

[@diecastflashback]

Great job Neil, its always good to be cooperative ✌️😎

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks Don, lucky I had an alibi 😃

[@briansdiecastthailandstoth6747]

Great work on that Fantastic...

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks Brian , I think she earned a second chance

[@martindaredare]

Nicely done Neil, looking brilliant my friend

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks Martin , lots to do on that for a little’un 👍🏻👍🏻

[@LaziLowcollectables]

Very nice restoration Neil ,looks fantastic,glad the dinky saved ,cheers Laz

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks Laz I was glad to see it come back to life it’s earned a rest in my cabinet 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

Turned out Sweet Neil Cheers 🍺🍻🇦🇺🤝🇬🇧😎👍

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks KC, bit of Brit nostalgia , hope your keeping well mate 👍🏻👍🏻

[@RogueIslandDiecast]

Great job!!!! Like the homemade antenna, and smart thinking on the seat fix. Details really wrapped this piece up nicely.

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks so much plenty of scope on this old girl she’d had it rough

[@CarsandCakes]

Great resto Neil. I looks like that one had a hell of a life before it was saved. I bet it could tell a few stories. Looks fantastic.

[@hellboy1959]

thanks Don, yes your right I think this one has some war stories safe and in good company now though 👍👍

[@paullowe6776]

Beautiful job Neil, nice bit of B&W filming there too :)

[@hellboy1959]

Over a day for 9 seconds , a shed moment to be sure

[@frasermartin6728]

Niiiice. I have a Hawk, but not Police. It's been refreshed a number of times, but it might need another look! Especially after watching this!

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks , I’m glad you liked it they’re a nice casting this one deserved another chance 👍🏻👍🏻

[@gravesendaustralia]

Great restoration Neil

[@hellboy1959]

Thanks mate by the way I loved that purpley Devon hot rod

[@oxfamshop]

Fantastic work.

[@hellboy1959]

Thank you 🙏

[@kenbaumer2599]

Great job. Only question is can they see over the dashboard. 😆

[@hellboy1959]

Good point 😂