The front clip is indeed missing--victim of one of two schools about that. I was taught in art composition to be wary of painting too many subjects of interest that appear contrived. Much of our automotive art these days does just that. This is no defense...it's just one way of seeing things and even though the clip is missing, I think it made a better overall composition. However, I promise some future K-F art with the entire car intact! Check out my earlier posting of the "Frazer Gotham Convertible"--it hasn't been subject to the guillotine. Thanks for your comments and observations.