Being from the 3d communtiy I would suggest getting something like anim8or (
http://www.anim8or.com/ or blender3d (
http://www.blender3d.org) both are free. These are good to use if you are starting off modeling. I use Max and Maya for most of my modeling. As for a tutorial on making custom stations I can't help you there but there are some good sites that have tutorials on alot of 3d subject (
www.renderosity.com,
www.3dcafe.com,
www.3dcommune.com ).