Joe Nunes Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 (edited) While downstairs working on a model this morning, and letting my eyes wander around as is usually the case, I once again thought about the one model kit I would really like to build again. It’s been years since I built an AMT 1928 Ford Sedan during my teenage years, however, I think about it quite often as it was the only model my late Dad ever said anything about. The model was built hot rod style and painted red with black accents, the only two colors I had to my name at the time. Dad was never a “friend” and later in his life I didn’t like him, or his ways, at all. However, the memories of this one occasion where he actually showed some positive interest in what his son was doing, along with the actual liking of the ‘28 Ford Sedan model, has remained with me for all these years. This AMT 1928 Ford Sedan kit is my personal “holy grail” kit, and, perhaps one day I will find an affordable kit in good condition and build it again for old times sake before checking out. So, what is the ONE model kit that you would like to have in your kit collection as the “holy grail” ? 🙂 Joe Edit: sorry for not having a photo of this kit. Tried to upload one from the web and wasn’t successful at this point. 😕 Edited March 4, 2023 by Joe Nunes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dpate Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 I don't really have one as of yet, but i know a lot of folks the 1970 dodge charger R/T by revell will be a holy grail. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imarriedawitch Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 Would love to have this one again. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khils Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 I actually have the box! 😳 Now I need the contents!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stitchdup Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 I guess I consider myself pretty lucky. Over the last 4 years i was in a reasonably well paid job so i bought up most of my grails while i could. But theres one that still eludes me and thats the tom daniels lil van kit as its all i need to complete my vw styrene collection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabbysdaddy Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 I wanted this one, so I got it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollySipper Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 The Bandai/Entex 1/16 Porsche 906............ Never had one, but I've drooled over the kit while studying it online. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catpack68 Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 This one.Still factory sealed.😆 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 (edited) Pretty much have 'em all, but I continue irrational buying to feed my insane greed...though I would really like to snag all the HRM kits...and a few Modelhaus and AITM...I missed. Edited March 5, 2023 by Ace-Garageguy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 1 hour ago, stitchdup said: I guess I consider myself pretty lucky. Over the last 4 years i was in a reasonably well paid job so i bought up most of my grails while i could. But theres one that still eludes me and thats the tom daniels lil van kit as its all i need to complete my vw styrene collection You have a Sand Crab, Les? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 2 hours ago, Khils said: I actually have the box! 😳 Now I need the contents!! I agree with this kit! Very difficult to find here in the UK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 2 hours ago, stitchdup said: I guess I consider myself pretty lucky. Over the last 4 years i was in a reasonably well paid job so i bought up most of my grails while i could. But theres one that still eludes me and thats the tom daniels lil van kit as its all i need to complete my vw styrene collection Yes Les another kit I'd go for! I built one about 10 years ago! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 4 minutes ago, Can-Con said: You have a Sand Crab, Les? Yes Steve another kit I'd like again! I built one about ten years ago! Super kit all round! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 (edited) I'm for more Meyers Manx kits although I've built about ten or more. And all other VW based kits as well. Edited March 14, 2023 by PatW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackSheep214 Posted March 4, 2023 Share Posted March 4, 2023 (edited) I have many "Holy Grail" kits I'd love to get again. Only two sticks out as THE holy grail kit I want again.... https://www.scalemates.com/kits/mpc-1-0412-off-road-pickup-camper--1276198 The other is the KISS van There are others too: Smokey the Convoy Chaser Force 440 Cop Out Squad Rod Ice Patrol BJ & the Bear Kenworth rig Movin' On television series rig Rubber Duck Convoy rig Numerous Tom Daniel's Design kits such as: Cherry Bomb Vandal/Vanbulance Tijuana Taxi Bad Medicne Like I said, I have quite a few on my list I'd love to get again Edited March 4, 2023 by BlackSheep214 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Nunes Posted March 4, 2023 Author Share Posted March 4, 2023 Lots of good model kits seen as a personal "holy grail" so far. However, let's keep the response to ONE kit as requested to help avoid turning the thread into a model kit shopping list of sorts. Thanks! 🙂 Joe 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymcminn Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 Pocher Bugatti 50T coupe. Whenever they (rarely) show up for sale, they're well into 4 figures and as much as I'd like to, I just can't talk myself into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shark Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 Mine would be the MPC 1968 Barracuda annual kit. It was the first model I ever built. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobdude Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 1958 Ford Fairlane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 8 hours ago, Joe Nunes said: While downstairs working on a model this morning, and letting my eyes wander around as is usually the case, I once again thought about the one model kit I would really like to build again. It’s been years since I built an AMT 1928 Ford Sedan during my teenage years, however, I think about it quite often as it was the only model my late Dad ever said anything about. The model was built hot rod style and painted red with black accents, the only two colors I had to my name at the time. Dad was never a “friend” and later in his life I didn’t like him, or his ways, at all. However, the memories of this one occasion where he actually showed some positive interest in what his son was doing, along with the actual liking of the ‘28 Ford Sedan model, has remained with me for all these years. This AMT 1928 Ford Sedan kit is my personal “holy grail” kit, and, perhaps one day I will find an affordable kit in good condition and build it again for old times sake before checking out. So, what is the ONE model kit that you would like to have in your kit collection as the “holy grail” ? 🙂 Joe Edit: sorry for not having a photo of this kit. Tried to upload one from the web and wasn’t successful at this point. 😕 This one? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 My only Holy Grail was never kitted. So I had to make it by modifying and casting a diecast Willys Overland pickup. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 My holy grail kit would be the 1968 oldsmobile 442 by johan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Nunes Posted March 5, 2023 Author Share Posted March 5, 2023 1 hour ago, NOBLNG said: This one? That is the kit, Greg. Thank you for the link, my friend! 👌 Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doorsovdoon Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 Airfix Morris Marina. I did win a bid on ebay a few months back. The seller didn't know what he had and I got it for £30, but he refunded me soon after and came up with the most ridiculous excuses as to why. He was obviously offered a lot more by someone and just stopped responding to my messages. Incredibly frustrating but happens to me a lot. I was surprised I got those annual Chargers the other week for what I paid for them, I was actually expecting to be gazumped on those too but for once didn't happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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