Id be the first to confess that Im somewhat of a petrolhead. I love many cars that I would class as real car. Classic’s that is, none of that modern day rubbish thats being pumped out that the moment. My main interest I guess has always been British and European models but from time to time, the unexpected muscle car pop’s up that really turns my head. In this case, it was Barry’s 1964 Thunderbird
This car has some great history to it. Before it came to the UK in 1987 it was a Illinois state troopers police car. Uprated for Police use with a tuned block and improved gearing. After that, it become the local Governor wife’s car before being sold on a few years later. So in 87, it was shipped to the UK. It sat here for a while before Barry purchased in 2015 as a rolling shell with everything in boxes
Such a good looking car both inside and out. So after Barry got hold of it, 95% original I might add, he completely rebuilt it himself apart form the paint and electric’s that is. Now if you’re going to shoot a classic, then shoot it how it was done all those years ago, on film. Personally, I believe film gives you a real period look to it, something digi simply cant offer. Other opinions are available but they’re wrong!
Black cars generally are a bugger to shoot unless you get the right light and on this occasion, early morning Cornish light worked a treat. I did roll of a few frames in black and white but they just didnt work. Portra 400 was my film stock of choice and for me the balance of colour and light worked out nicely
Thanks again for you time Barry and finally allowing me to shoot your Thunderbird. RD