I think I was 12, Christmas of 1973, it was a 1972 Corvette my brother bought me. I remember it well, could not figure out how to put the engine together so I glued the breather into the clear scoop that fit into the hood, no paint. Never forgot that kit, was able to find a built-up a few years back. Plan on building it again. Tried boats and planes but just didn't interest me like cars and trucks do, even still today. Left the hobby at 18 got back in at 20 right after my first born and never looked back.....................And now my wife says it is out of hand....................Oh well.