David G.

As best as I can determine, I bought and built this kit back in 2011, but for some reason I never posted anything about it on the MCM Forum. So I'm posting this thread to correct that omission. Many Modelers have been waiting for more than 40 years for a 1:25 scale model of the Batmobile from the 1966 TV show. Polar lights released an impressive series of models based on the Barris Batmobile, this is the first of three kits that were released and it's well worth the wait. In addition to this, the snap together kit, there is a De-Luxe glue together kit, which I already have, and a special edition that will be in a collector's tin. This special edition will, of course, have all sorts of nifty little extras. But that will have to wait. On to the Snap-Kit! The snap together kit comes with a chassis plate that's molded to represent the fictional turbine engine. The glue together kit offers a choice between the turbine engine or Lincoln V-8, like the actual car in the TV show had. I've painted the chassis the way I think it should look. This was my first time using Bare Metal Foil- the actual brand name stuff, not a lesser knock-off product. There's a world of difference between the two. The real thing is far superior, much easier to work with and gives far better results. Though this is a pre painted kit, that really only applies to the body and figures, the rest of the kit is molded in black, chrome and clear. To build a more accurate replica, detail painting is a must. Here is a test fit of the interior that shows some of the detail painting and a number of the teeny-tiny decals used to label the various Bat-Devices. Being the detail oriented person that I am, I decided to try to preserve some of the fine detail that the kit offers. The headlight cover grilles are clear plastic. I decided to drybrush some black on them to allow the headlights that would be mounted behind them to show through. I even painted the area behind the headlight lenses bright silver to make the headlights more visible. I discovered later that it was a complete waste of time. Test fitting prior to final assembly. This is not an overly complicated kit and assembly is rather straight forward, though some minor adjustments needed to be made. Mostly opening holes for the assembly pins to snap into and other minor issues. The body comes pre-painted, including the orange stripes and bat logos on the door. They did a very nice job of it, much better than I could have done. The rear grilles, parachutes and afterburner still need to be added. For those who may be interested in seeing the finished model, here is a link to it in the Under Glass section. As always, thanks for taking the time to look and please feel free to leave a comment. David G.

Great job fabricating the rear panel and hatch. A very interesting vehicle overall. David G.

Impressive work all around, but kudos on your masking and paintwork on the cab. Beautiful work! David G.

Nice color variety for the interiors and the engines look great. David G.

Excellent color choice, nice rake in the stance, great detail painting, looks great! David G.

Great color choice, good detail painting, clean build, nicely done! David G.

Great looking Bronco! David G.

Thank you Steve- and you're welcome. There are more on the way. David G.

Your welcome Tom and thanks for your comment. I agree it is a good kit, I enjoyed building it now and forty-plus years ago. Thanks Bob, I'm glad you like it. Thank you for your kind words Rusty. I'm glad to know that my efforts are appreciated. When I first started this project of rescuing my old threads, I was a little concerned that I would be called out for resurrecting "zombie" threads or attention-seeking but it seems my efforts are being appreciated for what they are, thank you. David G.

I built the Polar Lights snap kit about ten years ago and I was quite pleased with it. I thought I posted a WIP thread on this group back then but it looks like I didn't. If so, it's the only place I didn't. I have all the text and images in various locations, I should probably just create one here at MCM. Anyway, if you're interested in seeing a short WIP on the Polar Lights snap kit, here is a link to my personal web page. Hope that helps inform your decision. David G.

Just too cool! Very well done. David G.

Smooooth an' Deadly! David G.

Impressive detailing, everything looks spot-on! David G.

I've gone in and reedited the old photos to hopefully make them a bit more eye friendly and uploaded them to the topic once again. This should be the last time I have to rescue this topic from the PhotoBucket Monster. Regards, David G.

Hello Everybody. I've gone in and reedited the old photos to hopefully make them a bit more eye friendly and uploaded them to the topic once again. This should be the last time I have to rescue this topic from the PhotoBucket Monster. Enjoy! David G.

I've gone in and reedited the old photos to hopefully make them a bit more eye friendly and uploaded them to the topic once again. Hopefully, this will be the last time I have to rescue this topic from the PhotoBucket Monster. Regards, David G.

I've gone in and reedited the old photos to hopefully make them a bit more eye friendly and uploaded them to the topic once again. This should be the last time I have to rescue this topic from the PhotoBucket Monster. Regards, David G.

Hey Everybody! I was doing a final detail painting check before I went on to darkening the panel lines and I discovered that I missed a few details on the rear deck lid. I kind of missed the third brake light. In my mind, I knew it was there but I wasn't sure how it was represented. But the flat black vents on either side of the rear window and the pair of black vents on the rear deck lid? Yeah, totally missed them. This car is just full of all sorts of "hidden" details. So here is the quick mask and shoot rescue plan. Mask... Shoot... Score! I'll brush paint those side vents in the next session. Thanks for checking in! David G.

Still watching, still impressed! David G.

Fabulous work on those! I attended the Star Trek Experience exhibit when it was in Phoenix in 2009 and from what I remember, many of the props you made based on the older TV shows and movies seem more detailed than the originals. Many of which were just sculpted blocks of foam rubber or cast resin with some detail painting. Of course there were more detailed props with LED effects and working features but most were just simple props. I thought I was a Trek fan but your fandom goes way beyond where I am. Again, "props" to you on your props (sorry, just couldn't resist the pun). David G.

Beautiful paintwork, excellent engine bay and interior detailing, all around top notch. David G.

Thank you Atin, I appreciate your comment. David G.

Fabulous work on the seats! David G.

Thank you for sharing your story John, I found it very touching. As a Funeral Director, there are many times I've had the honor of helping families memorialize a loved one who was lost suddenly and tragically. Your mother did the right thing, no question. Thanks again for sharing your story. David G.

Wow, I hope you can get this to work out for you. David G.