jpd80 3,675 Posted March 31, 2011 THANKS for posting that rendering, Jpd! I *really* like it!! any chance you could post the source link? Want to chop it but it's a bit small and .png's are not my favorite Sorry, I swiped it off another forum. You could try JEMBSB on the OP, he might have a link to the Ford produced sketches... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stromberg2 0 Posted March 31, 2011 THANKS for posting that rendering, Jpd! I *really* like it!! any chance you could post the source link? Want to chop it but it's a bit small and .png's are not my favorite edit couldn't wait Lincoln ZODIAC I love the looks of the Zodiac! Stromberg2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2b2 229 Posted April 3, 2011 THANKS, Stromberg2 :D got a new idea but not sure when/if I'll get around to an update Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2b2 229 Posted April 11, 2011 (edited) ...got a new idea but not sure when/if I'll get around to an update the chop wouldn't do what I was originally thinking of but I'm kinda happy with it anyway _click/bigger tried to make it look closer to Mustang sized the de-emphasized grille and extreme fascia style are partly inspired by a discussion at GMI & the extensions of the chrome above the grille, under the hidden headlites, are LED DRL's... ...they're Not pop-ups; the covers are a bit like eyelids and just slide up under the hood-fender. edit updated an mkZ chop (don't remember which thread it's in) with Zodiac style lights and different grille click HERE for my full Lincoln lineup Edited April 14, 2011 by 2b2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmc523 3,039 Posted April 16, 2011 I like the update to the MKZ chop, though I feel the Lincoln star almost looks a bit out of place (too high? not quite sure). I wonder if some sort of technology is out there that would let you have the hidden headlights effect that didn't require any movable shutters/"eyelids" - kinda like transitions eyeglass lenses or something that would match different paint colors? I'm also wondering if the turn signals could somehow be better integrated/more hidden so they don't stick out as much in "normal" use (headlights off). They stick out to me as a lone vertical element, especially since the headlights are hidden. ---- As for the Zodiac - except for the center grille elements themselves (should have the Lincoln waterfall slats), I actually prefer the original Zodiac chop to the new one, which looks too complicated/overly designed for my liking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sullynd 742 Posted April 16, 2011 We really should let Pontiac RIP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2b2 229 Posted April 16, 2011 THANKS for the comments, Rmc! they'll help with thinking about future Lincoln chops - like the Focus-GCM-based mkE that's driving me crazy ...I wonder if some sort of technology is out there that would let you have the hidden headlights effect that didn't require any movable shutters/"eyelids" - kinda like transitions eyeglass lenses or something that would match different paint colors? interestingly the body-color transitions idea came up at another forum re these chops the Mazda Sassou concept used something on that order but I have a feeling it's not ready for primetime yet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snkbitn 4 Posted April 22, 2011 Those look great! Would be interesting to see the bumper from the green one on the red one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2b2 229 Posted July 17, 2011 (edited) ...The designers at the studio whip these up which are then auctioned off once a year (as are many other ideas and activities) for the JDRF charity. These sketches can be for public domain, so in no way represent internal programs. Cheers. * BUMP * hi JEMBSB just wondered if there was another crop of artwork this year? (hope you see this!) Edited July 17, 2011 by 2b2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forsche 0 Posted July 18, 2011 WOW!!! Those are Fantastic. I love the '67-'68 Fastback look. I agree with Mark!! Those are amazing looks!! The throwback to the 67' fastback is awesome!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites