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I bought this kit upon its last reissue (still under the Lindberg banner),and haven't so much as looked at it since I'd opened the box to check its contents. I thought that the chrome backlight trim as a separate piece was a good idea -- apparently, it's not exactly well-received. I'm fine with the bumper guards... I only wish that they were separate pieces; an optional bit vs. a mandatory deal. Maybe, just maybe, Revell or Moebius will create an all-new and proper 1966 Chevelle. As much as I dig the 1967 models, I much prefer the stylling of the '66.

Spend a grande-del-culo on MPC 1978 C-10 annuals, would'ya? Haha! Between you and me, Round2 is bound to reissue that one-year-only 2WD version!

That's one of the best looking Chevy B-bodies I've seen! Lovely work! May I submit a suggestion? A dark backdrop (charcoal, black, etc.) for photos in natural lighting would really make that paint pop!

I just need a cool-off period. Everything else is going together so well; that interior assembly is such a pain. My plan is to assemble the dash/door cards/ rear bulkhead , then slide that assembly into the cab. I've given up trying to affix those parts to the interior floor pan; the pan fits-in in such a way that it covers completely any "enhancements" (tape, etc.) from view once it's in-place.

Nicely executed example of the last of the Colonnades! Quite the impressive list of vehicles available on his site -- that 1971 Satellite Sedan sounds tempting (MPC's 1977-78 Monaco CHP [et al.] could contribute its interior for it, and be close to correct).

I have watched a few of his videos, and am entertained each time. He rights the wrongs of goombahs whose butchery and trickery are unparalleled ; obstinate customers, too. This guy, Car Wizard, Vice Grip, and a few others are my favourites.

Perhaps the most amazing aspect to the P71 (et al.) is that it handles great, but doesn't ride like a truck. Stops on a dime, and give five cents change, too. Last of the full frame, rear drive, V8 American sedans (I consider our friends to the north to be U.S. companions).

My 2004 Crown Victoria P71. I've had it for almost one year (purchased on 16.04.2021), and have driven it as far as a 300 miles round trip, plus countless around town drives. Has just a tick over 132,000 miles; original 4.6 litre engine, original 4R75W trans, 3.27 / open. Gets 22 MPG at a sustained 75 MPH (20 MPG in 50 MPH average traffic). All it needs is an A/C service (not a half-arsed service, either: new compressor, condenser, receiver/drier, etc. -- compressor cycles frequently; clutch makes an unpleasant sound). I could cruise that rascal in comfort all day. Parts are easy to find anywhere; tyres are inexpensive (last year of the 16" heavy duty steel wheels). I could sleep in it if I needed to. If cost were no object, I'd do it in a heartbeat!

CANCELLED ! Right into the Stack of Doom with a couple of other fiddly-P.I.T.A. kits. I honestly don't know how in the _____ anyone has managed to assemble that horribly-engineered chunk-of-______ interior without smashing that stupid thing to bits! INEXCUSABLE for a new(er) kit! What the actual ______ were the designers & engineers thinking when they designed & engineered that godawful pile of horse dung ?!??!!!? I have Z-E-R-O patience for trash that doesn't fit-together -- no tolerance whatsoever. IF this were an older kit (MPC, AMT, et al.) that's been reissued ad nauseam (AMT 1953 F-100 for example), I know what I'm in for: lots of filing, sanding, truing-up, and other tasks involved in building a kit that was present when the Red Sea was parted. BUT, something from c.1998, which was all-new tooling then, and hasn't been reissued more than Disney pumps-out Star Wars spinoffs and pre-sequels-generations poodle poop, there's NO excuse for garbage with NO positive attachment points. This mother is OFF the DESK.

The Blazer --and its pickup relatives-- are originally Monogram kits, and date to c.1976... well before they joined with Revell (c.1987). Those tiny door handles of the Monogram Blazer are a bit of a mystery, esp. since they shared virtually everything with the pickups.

Super nice VS29H1B there! I really like the blue engine vs. the typical orange (May 1971 & later 340s were painted Chrysler Engine "1972 Blue"). How much wrestling was involved in fitting that Torqueflite in that tunnel? I'm enquiring, as years ago I test-fit an AMT 340 (from their '71 Duster) which was mated-to the 727 trans (from their '71 Charger), and the assembly wouldn't fit (ended up putting that combo in the Street Machine version in order to replicate a '71 Super Bee 340).

One of my most ambitious works to date -- AMT 1968 El Camino SS-396 (the 'soapbox derby' version). I've chosen a non-factory colour for the vinyl top and the interior (Rustoleum Leafy Green - Satin), as I have an affinity for white vehicles with green interior (like my parents' 1969 Dart 'Custom'). The white is the as-moulded plastic, which was polished then Futured. 'SS-396' decals from the Revell 1968 Chevelle SS-396 (bought from an eBay seller so that I didn't have to raid my kit) used on gauges, dash embellishment, front marker/bezel, and tail gate garnish (eventually, the grille's 'SS' emblem, and the various engine decals). Still lots to do with this one (lots of touchups and cleanups) -- engine will be stock (other than the aforementioned decals) ; I'm not quite set on what wheels I'm going to use (I'm thinking either deluxe wheel covers or steelies & hubcaps, either from Fireball... maybe the kit's Rallye Wheels?); and I've still got to configure the interior (the only P.I.T.A. thus far). Critiques, accolades, jeers, suggestions, etc., encouraged. Without further ado:

My kingdom for a 1958 Ranchero! I positively LOVE 1958-1969 & 1960 Fords' stylling.

Nice cat! Beautiful save!

Excellent news! Hopefully the 1/32 scale Toyota Hilux and Datsun pickups aren't far behind...

Not to mention the continuation of the big block, which disappeared after the (stunted) 1972 model year.

Hmm... I don't believe that I've ever seen the others you'd mentioned in one-twentieth scale (Ford Lightning F-150, '88 Mustang GT, Plymouth Prowler, and '94 Mustang GT), that's why I enquired. That's not to say that they don't exist, I've just never seen those particular kits in that scale.

I thirdst that -- those look quite contemporary! It's like Motor Wheels Flys : very advanced design ! That's a lovely survivor (Snake will be envious ?) from a talented youth!

You're referring to the Lindberg kits? The AMT/ERTL kits of those subjects were / are all one-twenty-fifth scale.

You mentioned that this is a Hot Wheels metal body. Are you using an etching primer or 'regular' primer? *That* could make a big difference. If you're not already using a self-etching primer (recommended over bare metal), then you'll want to invest in an aerosol can of the stuff. What scale is this Hot Wheels vehicle?

1968 El Camino could become a 1969 then a 1970, ad seq. I realise that the upholstery patterns are unique to year/ trim level, but all of the hard work's already done. 1971 Charger = 1972 Rallye Charger. 1971 Duster = 1970; 1972-1976. 1975/1976 Dart Sport = 1973/1974 Dart Sport c.1982 GMC K-10/ Fall Guy / et alia = backdate to 1973-1980 C/K 10 with, obviously, 2WD and 4WD options

Super sharp 70's racer ! I can just hear that open-headers SBC rumbling with a doesn't-like-idle-speed cam !

My first thought, too! HAHAHA! I almost dropped that reference, but wasn't sure if that film --40 years old as it is-- found its way into popular culture in Belarus (yes, I'm assuming that Roman et al. is a life-long citizen of that part of this vast world).

Heck, at this point some of those Johan kits may as well bypass eBay and go directly to Sotheby's for champagne , caviar, and hobnobbing socialites !

Thanks to all whom have taken the time to review and respond to my post. A big 'THANK YOU!' to Snake for graciously sending to me the intake / carbs / air cleaner from his parts reserves !