'70 Grande

1964 or 1965 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 (or F85) Hardtop

Agreed on getting it correct; even if it means we all have to wait longer! We certainly do appreciate these updates that you provide, Dave. We'll be patient... because it'll be worth it!

A beautiful build! Your paintwork and detailing hasn't suffered from 40 years off! Your last pic showing your '92 GP build along side the '65 really emphasizes how big those ole' 65's were!

Here's a couple of questions for anyone already owning this reissue: 1). Is there a clear glass piece that installs into the dashboard to complete the gauges/fill the holes in the dash? 2). The molded-in suspension and exhaust details in the main chassis piece are a problem for me. My plan was to substitute the nicely-detailed chassis and suspension from Revell's 1/25 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS kit, but herein lies another problem. The 1:1 '65 Grand Prix had a 121" wheelbase, and the 1:1 '65 Impala had a 2"-shorter, 119" wheelbase. Now, the wheelbase on the main chassis piece inside this reissued Grand Prix kit measures-out so the wheels are right at 4-11/16" apart, (Thanks to forum member Robberbaron for this valuable info). But, the wheelbase on the Revell '65 Impala chassis pieces measure-out so the wheels are at 4-3/4"+ apart, (nearly 4-13/16"), making a 2"-longer or more wheelbase on the Impala! Okay, I fully understand that two kits molded decades apart could have these kind of discrepancies. So, based on this info, here's my second question; do the holes for the metal axles in this Grand Prix kit look like they'd "fit" the Grand Prix's body properly? For whatever reason, the picture posted above by The Ace almost looks as though the wheelbase in the main chassis piece isn't quite long-enough to fit the wheel arches in the Grand Prix's body. If that's the case, then my '65 Impala chassis-conversion might still work, but I'd like any opinions before making the dollar investments!

Mr. Obsessive; please tell me what tires you used on this fabulous '67 Mustang GT build. The front tires on this kit always seem to stick-out too far from under the front fenders on 99% of the builds of this kit that I see, but your front tires placement looks just right. Did you adjust the track for those front wheels, or did your tire change do the trick?

tmb727, There's a whole lot that I like about your Mach I build!

Here's my phantom '68 Shelby Trans-Am race car.

Two great looking builds! The subtle Gulf classic paint scheme looks excellent on this build! I have to ask; are both of these builds the same scale? That vintage Abarth looks tiny sitting next to its younger brother!

I haven't completed my own build of this Mustang LX kit yet because I got so far, and then was unhappy with the kit-supplied wheels and tires so my build got put on-hold. After seeing your excellent build and great wheel & tires substitution, I'm going to steal that idea and get mine finished-up! I really like your build a lot! Your paint and detailing work is outstanding!

I've been following this build and it certainly turned out great! Your hours invested turned into a fantastic model of a seldom seen subject; hats off to you, Mark!

I'd say you definitely won the war! That is a beautiful GTX in an excellent color combination! Nicely done. Here's hoping your next build won't be such a battle!

Anybody have an idea when it'll be landing on retail store shelves?

An excellent build! Your paintwork looks really good, and the engine wiring is outstanding! I'll offer-up two suggestions; if possible, try detail-painting that MUSTANG lettering across the trunklid in Silver paint. Secondly; many. many builds that I see have the molded-closed air cleaner snorkel left as is; molded-closed. My personal opinion; drill the snorkel open, (like modelers frequently do to open-up molded-closed exhaust pipes), and for me, the realism factor in the engine compartment goes up a lot when that snorkel is opened-up!

Another beautiful build! Do you remember what paint color you used on that great-looking interior?

I really like this build; it has a ton of character to it! Are the flames painted or did you use decals and expertly weather them, too?

Yes; 1970 AAR Cuda 340, please and/or a 1970/71 Dodge Challenger from the Cuda tool!

Looks to me that using some of those welded shock tower brace photos already seen in this post, it wouldn't be too hard to scratchbuild the welded brace pieces for a factory stock build.

A beautiful build with outstanding work to correct some of the kit's issues and excellent detailing and paint work! In 1973 thru 1975 this 1:1 Camaro lived in my hometown, (except it had a completely Black interior). I lusted after that car those couple of years and still think of it today, over 40 years later! When I start my build of this kit, that's the car I'll be modeling, and I'll be using your great build as further inspiration!

I gotta say that I hadn't really considered that '57 Ford Gasser, but if that is the 1:1 car that this reissue is based on, I'll certainly be getting one!

Did something change regarding the reissue of the 1/25 AMT 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix kit, (I don't see it on this listing)?

Has anyone built one of these recently-reissued Scirocco kits yet; I'd like to know how it builds-up and the quality of the parts.

Welcome back, and congrats on the new baby boy! Your build is stunning; beautiful color choices and excellent paintwork! The garage-scene pics could easily be mistaken for 1:1!

Very nice build Paul with excellent paintwork and color choices! Did those vent window pieces come in the kit or are they scratch built additions? Same question for the hood ornament? I really like how you've opened up those vent windows; just an excellent build!

Beautiful build! Awesome subject matter! Your paint and decal work look outstanding!

Awesome work, as usual for you Tyrone! I'll be watching this one as you finish her up!