1972coronet

None too far from where I live: Tesla "driver" asleep with the (how-the-hell-did-this-get-approval) auto-pilot doing its thing -- number 2 lane of I-15. Video shows California Tesla driver apparently asleep at the wheel (ktla.com)

Someone's slinging an original issue '68 'Net 'Vert on eBay for something like 750.00$. Good. Luck.

Not at all -- exact same engine series ('Mark IV'), which covers the 396/400/402**, 427, and 454 (and subsequent larger displacement 'crate' engines). ** The 396 was bored-oversize to 402 cubic inches for the 1970 model year. While the legacy of that (now-arbitrary) '396' designation was a marketing move, and was sold as such in the Chevelle and Camaro (SS-396), it was also dubbed "'Turbo-Jet' 400" for the Malibu ( Malibu 400 ) and the bigger cars (Caprice/Impala). Never Mind the Bollocks in this article; decently-comprehensive ne'er-the-less: Chevrolet big-block engine - Wikipedia

Visually they're the same engine (Mark IV, 396-402-427-454, ad seq.), with minor visual-in-scale changes, should you feel compelled to go for a stock look.

Beyond the Wall of Sleep by H.P. Lovecraft is one of my favourite novellas

The original Monogram '71 "Satellite" has the correct door cards for a Road Runner (and base Satellite) models. When that kit was modified into the '71 GTX 440 Six Barrel in 1994, the interior tub changed to the correct-for-GTX-and-Satellite-Sebring et al. door cards, plus the 'GTX' badge on the dash, and a Tuff-Grip steering wheel. Likewise, the bonnet changed to the Air Grabber, and the great-for-the-time Six Barrel intake & decently-detailled Holley 2300's; underhood details were also added (wiper motor "bulge"). Between the single plane intake manifold and the aftermarket air cleaner, and the horrid exhaust (moulded-on to the rear axle assembly none-the-less), its finer points become diminished. True, however, that the exhaust could be easily modified to represent the 'N97' Noise Reduction Package which many California-market cars were shod with.

Nifty kitbash, Gæreth! Are you planning to use the '67 Imp's 427/4-speed or the '70 Imp's 454/4-speed? IIRC, the last year for a big block/4-speed Caprice/Impala was '69 (someone'll correct my info, please). That's not to say, Build it correctly or don't bother. I'm keen on phantoms, and a '70 Impala 454/4-speed would be the best. Keep up the great work!

Perfect replica with precise workmanship. I'd built the c.1989 Blueprinter issue a couple of years ago. I swapped a pair of parts box wider MPC Bluestreak tyres from one of their 80's kits. World of difference. Your paint and colour choices are righteous. Keep up the great work! (I hope that Round releases those awesome tyres in an 8 pack.)

That's one of the fictitious ads from Robocop. But, your point is taken.

I'm looking forward to watching @hpiguybuild this rascal. I have a feeling that he'll build it as a combo of the box art's phantom Super Bee and a stock '68 R/T.

Much of the film's dialogue is taken verbatim from the 1970 novel by George V. Higgins (1939-1999), including the "Three-eighty-three hemi" error (or, more likely, an embellishment, as Mr. Higgins's multiple car references in the novel present him as a gear head; and that Jackie Brown would embellish which engine his Road Runner has). The novel states that the Roadrunner [sic] is a "dark metallic blue"; that it's likely a 1968-1969 model. Such an underrated film. While the novel is 'better' (more detailed), the film adaptation is very well done. A delightful exposé of the Irish Mafia, Italian Mafia, and the U.S. Government's "unofficial" interactions and double-agent play.

I've long wanted to build a scale replica of the 1971 Road Runner in The Friends of Eddie Coyle, "Hemi, three-eighty-three hemi.", and all.

I have a feeling that the 1975-1977 Matador Coupe will see light of day within the next couple of years...

Behind me will lay I-15E, US 60, I-10, US 60, and Arizona State Highway/US 89, reverse-order, on my way home from Prescott

Quite lovely replica! Spot on, down to its 1971-issue licence plate. Legend has it that one can build the post-train-crash version of that Charger completely O.O.B. using the MPC 1969 Charger.

Other 'an the aforementioned Johan offerings, there's the - for what it's worth - the MPC 1/20 scale AMX. AMT made, as you've noted, the Matador, from 1974-1977 (1978?). It was modified into the Donahue et al. after its run as the customised iteration (maybe prior to the customised version ?). Some -and I'm not sure which one(s)- of the 'AMT' boxed AMCs were of Johan origin (think: the "AMT" Maverick). Personally, I'd be keen on a 1971 Hornet S/C 360 with optional P/S parts.

The door cards changed patterns for 1972. Having only seen a small handful of 1972 R.R.'s (and Satellite coupes/hardtops) in person, I seem to recall that their upper-portion of the door cards pattern was close-but-unique vs. the 1971 uppers.

I remember reading an article by @tim boydin S.A.E. in c.2008 about his 1972 Road Runner annual kit. He painted it a short-lived colour (I believe it's GY4 Meadow Green -- I'll double check in a moment) and added the air cleaner assembly from the AMT 1971 Charger R/T; wheels from the AMT 1968-1969 Road Runner. The interior of the MPC 1971-1972 R.R. has always had the door cards from the higher trim level Satellite Sebring/GTX which is incorrect for a Road Runner. The bucket seats are correct for an upgraded upholstery optioned 'Runner, as is the console, but the rest is not (and, it's not a big deal to me, though I would prefer the correct cards be included). [EDIT]: The paint colour I'm referring to that's on Boyd's '72 is GJ3; nomenclature is the same (Meadow Green).

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Or, tool up a set of the 1972 & later 'universal' side lamps, on a clear tree. Advanced builders could fill the 1971 lamps and place the 1972's in their proper location. For this matter, one could simply apply the (proposed) 1972 lamps over the 1971's lamps.

I have two copies of that 1987-reissue of the 1971 annual (with new, 1980's wheels, and new decal set; moulded in yellow) as well. I also have the 1972 grille/insert and rear bumper/tail lamps which I got from Modelhaus about 10 years ago. They're - the 1980's edition -not impossible to find, but they are usually quite expensive when one sees them. I got lucky with the two I'd purchased, having paid maybe $40.00 each.

Absolutely, please. Like the '68 Coronet, the 1971-1972 Road Runner could use some upgrades/reengineering (correct interior, i.e., Road Runner's correct door cards; optional Dana 60 axle in addition to the kits' 8.75" assembly; separate exhaust; separate brake booster/master cylinder). Likewise: both grille inserts and unique rear bumpers (upgraded tail lamps for the '72, with separate back-up lamp portion -- the original has that moulded-in the bumper). Period correct aftermarket wheels and tyres would be nice, too. I realise that these are heavy requests; in simpler terms (not that you're incapable of grasping the ostentatious aspects), same treatment that the (outstanding) '68 Coronet has received. Thank you kindly.

Did she purchase a vintage LA Express magazine? That's hilarious!

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