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Just wanted to read other's opinions on this. You see that built-up model on the bay, but it's missing chrome parts that Modelhaus only made. Does that make you think twice about buying that built-up?

It's interesting that this thread has been active for a while. Alot of modelers would like to see an all new kit of the 68 Coronet R/T. Let's all make this happen. Contact Moebius, Revell and Round 2 and tell that this is a highly requested kit and it needs to produced. The more requests they get the more the kit manufacturers will listen.

It will be interesting to see how well the kit sells. Interesting how Round 2 does a completely new tool for something that may or may not sell versus retooling a well requested oldie we haven't seen in years. Never the less, I'll be in for one of the 4 door Impala kits.

That is very true, but that was not the point I was making.

I would debate statement number 3. In no way I am putting this builder down. There are buyers out there that will buy a built model for big bucks regardless of who built it. For example, a buyer has always wanted a model of his pride and joy and there never has been a kit of that vehicle , but sees someone selling a scratchbuilt one on ebay for $2000 or $3000. That buyer who always wanted it will pay the price for it. If it looks exactly like the vehicle he owned and that's what the person wants, he could care less who built it. He probably would not even know if the builder was well known.

That's the 3rd sealed MPC 68 Coronet kit in 3 or 4 months that sold for that price and more. Around September, one went for over $1000. It shows that it's a very desirable kit. Round 2, Revell or Moebius really need to make an all new kit of this.

I'm working on a 72 Charger K&K Insurance . Looking for detail pics of the bottom of car and rear suspension. Thanks. George

Has anyone seen the MPC 1978 Dodge truck kits at Hobby Lobby yet?

I think eventually we will see a 68 Coronet R/T come out by either Revell, Round 2 or even Moebius; despite what the naysayers say.

What is the resin body between the Kharmann Ghia and the chopped top car?

Here is an idea. Maybe do a Paul Goldsmith #99 car. He never raced a 70 Coronet, only the 68 and 69 Coronets.

Is Ed Sexton still with Revell, or did he go on to another kit manufacturer? Any contact info for him?

I would gladly open my wallet to this if Round 2 could ever get this re released.

It's amazing there are two topics on this message board in reference to the MPC 68 Coronet R/T kit. This definetly shows the huge demand there is for this kit . I too wish there was a way to get the ball rolling in order to get a reissue going. We all need to contact Revell, Round 2 and Moebius and tell them that this subject matter needs to be done. As mentioned in the past, this is a big hole that needs to be filled. I see Moebius as the one that would venture to bring this out like they have been doing with the various Ford trucks that we see released. Right now we are seeing the 68/69 Charger kits constantly reissued and recently the 70 Charger R/T. It's a horse that's beat to death. It's time for the model kit manufactures to move on and get something fresh out for once. Even if it's just a limited run, say 5,000 to 8,000 kits. this number of kits would definetly sell out. Keep contacting the model kit companies. There is always that light at the end of the tunnel where this could very well happen. For all we know, maybe one of the kit manufacturers is already working on developement of this. But, who knows.

I understand your desire to see the MPC 71 Roadrunner Runner kit again. Through the years I would write letters to Round 2 about resurrecting the MPC 68 Dodge Coronet R/T. I stated that this subject could be done in different versions. Stock, Nascar (#99 Paul Goldsmith Car) and a Dick Landy drag version. I've also written to Revell on this same subject. They do a 67' Coronet R/T and not a 68 Coronet R/T. I guess I will never understand why the 67 was chosen over the 68 Coronet. Would love to see the market research on that. I think you are onto something when you stated that they never wanted to redo the 71 Roadrunner because the they wanted to push the 74 over the 71. Think about it; if you were with that company in product developement wouldn't you try to push for some of your favorite subjects to be released. I know I would. But, who knows what the real reason was. Now that we have Moebius and Salvino's; maybe we all can write to them requesting for the 71 Roadrunner or 68 Dodge Coronet R/T kits. This is a perfect time for them because they are consantly developing new kits. Lastly, you mentioned about contacting Round 2 to do a release. Find out what it would cost for them to do a limited run, say 5000 kits of the 71 Roadrunner. Then try to raise money for the venture. Maybe even get a bank loan. They won't pay attention until there is money on the table. Someone at Round 2 will pay attention.

I should have clarified. I never saw a photo of the tooling. The photo I saw was a room full of kits. You could see each and every subject in the archives. As far as tooling; yes, tooling was probably modified from year to year. The archived kids could be a starting point for Round 2 if they ever decide to retool the 68 Coronet R/T.

Yes. Here they are. Saw these a month ago.

I beleive we will see a reissue of the 68 Coronet R/T sooner or later. As stated in a previous response, this is one of those very obvious holes that needs to be filled by either Round 2 or maybe Moebius. Round 2 has this kit in their archives. Think about the different versions of this kit that can be done: a stock car (#99 Paul Goldsmith car), Dick Landy drag car, convertible and a hardtop. I remember about ten years ago Round 2 announced they were going to release the 68 Coronet R/T kit. We were very excited about this news. Even the model kit retailers listed this as a future release. However, it was cancelled. Lots of modelers were disappointed. This happened again back in the late 90's when Round 2 anounced the release of the 69 Coronet R/T kit. It even was pictured. But, that too was cancelled. What we all need to do is contact Round 2 and Moebius and request they do a 68 Coronet R/T kit. The more people contact the kit manufactures , the more they will listen. This could even be done as a limited run of about 10,000 kits . For example , the Model King (Dave Burkett) has done these ventures.

What rear axle is in the AMT 1971 Dodge Charger kit? 8 3/4 or the Dana 60? Is it the same rear axle assembly in Dirty Donny version of that kit? Anyone know for sure? Thanks.

Charlie Larkin: Hello, Read your response in reference to the situation with Modelhaus. I wholeheartedly agree with you on the 3d printing. In my opinion 3d printing is the future of the resin casting industry. The masters are already done. There just needs to be a person or company to buy all of Modelhaus's masters and do full blown production with 3d printing. That's the direction that this operation would have to take. If you are the one that decides to take on this I beleive the modeling community would highly support you. As someone mentioned in a prior response to this thread; parted out kits are going for big money now. These individuals in my opinion are taking advantage of the fact that Modelhaus is gone and there is no other way to get original parts unless you buy from these people and buy at very high prices. Well, good luck if you decide to do this. I know many modelers will be both happy and releived that someone has picked up where Modelhaus left off.

Maybe someone knows of a car that has a roof that looks similar to the Montego roof.

Has there ever been a resin casting of a 68 or 69 Mercury Montego?

I the mid 70's Revell had a contest where the grand prize was a Cessna 152.

I did it once with the Revell 70 Trans Am kit. Did not paint the body. Instead, I used the Millenium polish kit and buffed out the white body. Came out pretty good. Every now and then I look at it and think I should have painted the body.

Would like to see some regular 70 Dodge Charger builds. Anybody do theirs as a 383, 318 or even 225 slant 70 Charger? Love to see pics.