Downloadable 3D model of Ford GT

[centerpunch]

Not sure what format this is (.3ds and .max files?), but I discovered a downloadable 3D model of the ford GT here (second download link):

http://gfx-3d-model.blogspot.com/2008/09/ford-gt40-3d-model.html
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[centerpunch]

I downloaded Google Sketchup (free), and you can import the .3gs file, but I don't have any idea what I'm doing.....

 

[Gulf GT]

Very interesting, thanks!

 

[HiloDave]

Where did you find the .3gs file?

 

[HHGT]

This model looks like it was either created (or imported) for a console game as it uses TIN (Triangulated Irregular Network) for polygons - a way of getting realism without overwhelming the rendering engine. In a CAD/CAM/CAE environment, they typically use NURBS - Non Uniform Rational B-SPlines for surfaces as they are the baseline for manufacturing processes and how the skin of the car would be manufactured.

Its a cool model but useless in my humble opinion if your thinking about making any meaningful body parts.

 

[tpraceman]

Dang thought it was going to help me with my stretch limo Ford GT project.

 

[centerpunch]

Where did you find the .3gs file?

Download the zip file from the link, it's in that folder after you unzip it.