Welcome to the forum Sonny...! ....don't have to tell you how much this hobby has changed in 40+ years .... you'll like it here... a lot of good people here...!
Another way to apply acrylic craft paint is with the soft makeup sponges .... just dip sponge in paint and dab onto parts... it drys smooth and looks like you airbrushed it on...
I learned a long time ago not to shy away from a kit for bad box art..... And a good example is Randy's outstanding job on this '65 Chevelle Awesome job Man ...and I also like the color choice..!