Mr. Metallic

Maybe give Jerry a break guys? We don't know what he's got here. Thanks for sharing Jerry. My thoughts are you have one of two things. 1) A test shot or built up of the first issue of the 30 Coupe from a couple years ago. There was a highly circulated "leaked" photo of the first test shots of the 30 coupe on someones desk, no chrome or decals yet, and molded in grey plastic 2) a test shot of the forthcoming re-release of the 30 kit. Since Revell ceased production of the 29 Roadster and 30 coupe due to rumored "tooling damage" Revell has said they were trying to bring it back. Once test shot has surfaced of the 29 roadster has surfaced, but featuring the Chevy engine from the 30 coupe, instead of the nailhead. Yes, these two kits were designed with a lot of interchangeable parts, but the speculation was that either Revell completely redid the tooling and now the roadster has the Chevy engine, or they are taking the opportunity to do the re-release in a slightly different version instead of a straight re-issue. Since Revell's parent company has now gone through a bankruptcy since then, it remains to be seen what comes of the 29 roadster/30 coupe tooling. I have a feeling you purchased one of the first issue test shots. If that's what it is you still have a cool piece of history there.

Well, if Round2 is having success releasing this type of combo kit (Cobra race team) this one would be a no-brainer since all the components are known to be viable since they have been run within the last 15 years. Add some unique decals and be sure to include some of their excellent series of tires and they should do well, especially if they use the excellent vintage box art.

To be honest, I've bought a couple Revell products lately (66 suburban and Baja Bronco). Not necessarily due to the bankruptcy, but because they are subjects I'm VERY interested in and am unsure of future availability. This is different from just buying Revell kits to hoard them for future sale because they may have higher monetary value down the road.

And for those that don't want to take the time to read the link, here's a laymans explanation of MAP for those that still think it's illegal in the US(this is paraphrased from the corporate training we receive at my company). You probably have it confused with anti-trust and collusion laws with regards to price fixing. An individual company can set whatever price they want for their product, and how aggressively they enforce this price is up to them (and it appears that Tamiya is going to get more aggressive). This is not the same as the illegal activity of rival companies colluding together to set prices to keep them artificially high(price fixing). This is usually done behind closed doors and in secret and is designed to keep profits higher at the detriment of the customer. This is also different from monopoly type laws where a company buys up the competition and becomes the "only" provider for a product (or controls too much of the market). Also illegal in the US. That is not what Tamiya is doing here in either case, and is therefor not illegal in the US. Lots of companies do it, the biggest example that springs to my mind is Apple. Everyone has to sell their products at the same advertised price. The way some retailers get around that is by offering secondary promotions to the customers(buy this ipod, and we'll give you a free gift card)

No 55 Nomad either, although the old AMT kit builds up well, perhaps that is why Revell hasn't done one. On the other hand, like you say, the available 57 Nomads are not very good, so why we haven't gotten a new one from Revell yet is surprising.

Love seeing the straight 6. Cool builds

Thanks. This build is too cool not to see it as it all comes together

Don't be afraid to share. If someone doesn't like this build they can just keep scrolling on by. How could you not appreciate the creativity and clean fabrication on this build though?

Digging your latest update. Grille and headlights look great Anyone else having issues seeing the older pictures in this thread?

The problem is, in the world we live in now where news travels around the world literally in seconds, one persons hypothesis or speculation here quickly turns into "facts" elsewhere. It's like the worst game of "telephone" ever.

I recall the 5 window being issued the first time in 2009, and not since then. Did they use the exact same boxart on subsequent reissues, or did it ever actually leave their catalog?

Yeah, but for what I would be willing to bet is an overwhelming majority here, this is not the only forum we participate in. And most other sites don't have their own storage. So, an online photo host is a must-have to share on most other forums.

That thing is just wicked. very cool build.

Sam, any update on this? Still being patient, just hopeful it's getting closer

Sam, any update on this?

More unnecessary speculation related to the "demise" of Revell USA.

I knew it had more detail to it than just a piece of tube. This thing is so freaking cool. Well done, as always

Very cool build. Thanks for sharing

You always do such a nice job on the details with your projects. Tell us about the piece used to mount the side pipe to the bedside. Please

Looks great with the fenders and turtle deck. Nice color too. The improvements you mentioned to the wheels will only improve an already good looking ride.

I actually dig the fenders, IF you bring them closer together. tuck the running boards under the body and bring those rear fenders to rest against the sides of the turtle deck should do the trick.

Your scratchbuilding skills are impressive. Missing frame rail??? Just make a new one! Excellent. I'm following. But I have a feeling once a mod sees this it will get moved to the big scale area

Revell and RoG were both owned by Hobbico for the last few years. Hence, RoG was also obviously constrained by Hobbico's capital issues, which may explain not being able to retain the Ferrari rights.

Very nice buildup. If you hadn't pointed out the "flaws", most of us would not have noticed.

That color really suits this car. Nice build