[DIY & Creativity] Leo’s Coffee Truck Build Progress—Windows and Creative Details

I got a lot done on Leo’s Coffee Truck today, but wow, those windows are fiddly. The slots are wider since you have to tilt them to fit, which means nothing wants to stay in place while you’re trying to get the top piece on. It’s one of those moments where you’re holding your breath and hoping everything clicks into position without sliding everywhere. Definitely a patience-tester, but I made it through!

The cute details on this kit are really something though. The espresso machine is different from others I’ve built—way more character to it. Inside the cab, there’s a nice dash and a pillow in the seat that add so much personality. And on the counter, I couldn’t leave those little jars empty, so I filled them with resin and added some tiny balls I had left over from another kit. It’s those little touches that make a build feel complete, you know?

I’m curious—when you’re building and you spot empty spaces like that, do you leave them or do you find yourself adding something to fill them? What’s your approach?

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I will always find something to fill them in…They gave me a shelf with two hooks…and nothing to hang on them…so I created my own stuff. [:speech balloon:] User Review Pink Beauty Secret

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Depending on the kit, I sometimes add something in those empty spaces, but I strive for simpler cleaner look so I don’t want to make things look so overcrowded either

Nice coffee truck. Thank for share

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Hi Kim_Kieffer, those windows are notorious for being a test of patience, but you handled them like a pro! I absolutely love your creative spark with the resin and tiny beads, it adds such a wonderful touch to the coffee truck. Seeing your personal flair in these builds is exactly why we love this community so much.

It depends, i havent come across this yet but if i did i wouldnt fill them in for authenticity

Compared to the ice cream truck, I think I like this one more.

This looks so great. I’m still on the search for it.

@Kim_Kieffer its looks great the detais in the truck are so cute ! :smiling_face_with_three_hearts::smiling_face_with_three_hearts::smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

I’ve never created or modified the kits; I make them exactly according to the instructions.

It’s looking pretty cool already, good job!

Those windows can be so tricky it seems, but it’s looking amazing already! I love that you added your own little details, it really makes the whole build feel more alive :smiling_face:

Thanks so much for sharing your approach! I really respect that—there’s something satisfying about following the design exactly as intended.

Thanks for replying. That’s a really interesting build!

I can appreciate that.

I’ve ordered the ice cream truck and can’t wait to see the difference

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Wishing you good vibes in your search!

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Awww. Thanks so much!

Thanks posting the finish here soon.

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Thanks so much for the kind words!

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