Of course you can! I have not built it, which is important. From what I can tell, it's very detailed, lots more parts than say their '72 Chevy pickup. Has the option of Rudge wheels. But at this moment, going from memory. I also don't have the Tamiya kit, so can't fairly compare. My plan is to use it in a diorama, in a well worn condition, perhaps with the engine out like it's getting rebuilt.