Roncla Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 I've just came across this MPC kit on a Japanese hobby shop website. I'm guessing that its the long awaited Vega that was originally announced a couple of years ago in a different livery but never eventuated. It's saying June release in Japan. I can't find any information about it it on American websites yet. https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10698514 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 It was "announced" in 2016(?) but much work was needed, so the release was pushed back, a new 3D printed master body shell, grille/bumper was created...read more here: And here: Basically, it's still coming but arriving later than first anticipated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randyc Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 Grumpy's Toys were such a big thing when I was a kid. I may do this one right out of the box. I know there will be inaccuracies and lack of details, but it will be a tribute to my childhood models and HotRod magazines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THarrison351 Posted May 23, 2020 Share Posted May 23, 2020 I built this in the seventies when I was a kid. It only lasted for a day. My dad stomped it. 'nough said. I plan to get it and build it again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzy Posted May 23, 2020 Share Posted May 23, 2020 I remember buying this in Two Guy's dept store back in the 70's I can't wait to buy it again those MPC Drag kits were always at the top of my list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted May 23, 2020 Share Posted May 23, 2020 On 5/21/2020 at 11:21 PM, Roncla said: I've just came across this MPC kit on a Japanese hobby shop website. I'm guessing that its the long awaited Vega that was originally announced a couple of years ago in a different livery but never eventuated. It's saying June release in Japan. I can't find any information about it it on American websites yet. https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10698514 Just did a quick ref-check. It looks like with a little research and some parts-bashing, you could build either Toy IX or X from this kit. And if you want one different from everybody else's, IX ran at least once with all-red sides (sorta like Toy I), and X ran at least once without the red trim (all white). Toy XI (the '74) introduced the all-tube chassis. An ACCURATE model of that one would be a lot of work, but I've seen guys here who could pull it off. (Not me!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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1972coronet Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 (edited) Two different paint schemes on "X" ? Was that a mid-year change ? The red & white version appears to have a Mark IV engine ( the gold anodised rocker arm covers are big like the 396-427-454 ) ---- I didn't know that Grumpy ran a big block anything after 1969 (?) ** It also appears to have aluminium heads --- is that an L-88 in that bad boy ? Edited June 14, 2020 by 1972coronet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 1 hour ago, 1972coronet said: Two different paint schemes on "X" ? Was that a mid-year change ? The red & white version appears to have a Mark IV engine ( the gold anodised rocker arm covers are big like the 396-427-454 ) ---- I didn't know that Grumpy ran a big block anything after 1969 (?) ** It also appears to have aluminium heads --- is that an L-88 in that bad boy ? See my May 23 post. The all-white and red-side schemes were both VERY briefly used. Grump ran some big "mountain motors" in match racing, but for NHRA-legal Pro Stock, all small blocks AFAIK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 1 hour ago, 1972coronet said: Two different paint schemes on "X" ? Was that a mid-year change ? The red & white version appears to have a Mark IV engine ( the gold anodised rocker arm covers are big like the 396-427-454 ) ---- I didn't know that Grumpy ran a big block anything after 1969 (?) ** It also appears to have aluminium heads --- is that an L-88 in that bad boy ? The Red sided vega in the pic is a recreation and runs on the nostalgia circuit, hence the engine being a bit newer. https://tamrazs.wordpress.com/2017/01/04/the-midwest-nostalgia-pro-stock-association-recreates-pro-stock-past/ This is the restored Vega and engine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1972coronet Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 2 hours ago, Snake45 said: See my May 23 post. The all-white and red-side schemes were both VERY briefly used. Grump ran some big "mountain motors" in match racing, but for NHRA-legal Pro Stock, all small blocks AFAIK. 1 hour ago, Daddyfink said: The Red sided vega in the pic is a recreation and runs on the nostalgia circuit, hence the engine being a bit newer. Thanks for the clarification(s) , @Snake45 and @Daddyfink . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 On 5/21/2020 at 10:21 PM, Roncla said: I can't find any information about it it on American websites yet. Tower Hobbies has it listed as an August 2020 release, so it should be widely available by September or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted June 30, 2020 Share Posted June 30, 2020 1972 Chevy Vega Pro Stock "Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins" Item Number: MPC877 Scale: 1:25 *Expected by: 8/15/2020 MSRP: $31.99 Price: $29.95 Qty: Coming Mid-August 2020 Manufacturer: MPC Model Kits MPC 1/25 1972 Chevy Vega Pro Stock/Bill Grumpy Jenkins Tower Stock# MPCS1025 • Manufacturer Stock# MPC877 Early Aug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackSheep214 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 Good to know. That’s high on my list for a must have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 Mike W, did you build this one?: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr mopar Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 (edited) 9 minutes ago, Casey said: Mike W, did you build this one?: Pre prodution of the model coming out ,it getting ready for us sometime this fall ! Edited July 6, 2020 by Mr mopar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 I want to make this into a street car, tubbed of course, as it already is and NO respectable V8 Vega was not tubbed! Might need 2 kits, one maybe modernized into pro-touring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pack rat Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 2 hours ago, Casey said: Mike W, did you build this one?: Yes. FYI-the red section on the upper body is included on the decal sheet, but I chose to paint that area. Here's a pic of the unused decals to give you an idea of what is included. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyser Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 What a great build. Nice work Mike. Killer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 46 minutes ago, pack rat said: FYI-the red section on the upper body is included on the decal sheet, but I chose to paint that area. Nice work as usual. ? I was wondering how you go the decal to snuggle down into those C-pillar 'vent' grooves so well. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bytownshaker Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 (edited) Nice job Mike, Is that the hood that will be in the kit? Edgar Edited July 11, 2020 by bytownshaker grammer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 Based on the test shots I saw at the final "Toledo" show last year, the kits will include two hoods. The one from the original kit, and a new one with a snorkel scoop. There will be an add-on piece for the back of the original hood's molded-in scoop also, if I remember right. With the 1:1 cars, the early body style could work with either style scoop. The slanted nose '74-up cars had to have the snorkel style, as the slanted nose would push air over the top of the opening on the earlier scoop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizzy Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 I'd like to get one,but I'm a little afraid to preorder because it's been delayed several times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hall Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 59 minutes ago, Gizzy said: I'd like to get one,but I'm a little afraid to preorder because it's been delayed several times. Got an email from Model Roundup today that said they would ship in week to 10 days from now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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