AMT 49 Ford coupe out of production?

[Bernard Kron]

Wow, I can't believe it's been almost a year since I started this thread. Thanks to everyone for your insightful replies. I have since been able to pick up a previously issued 49 Ford kit at a decent price as well as one original issue in a partial trade for some artwork. The biggest news is that I recently learned that Round2 is re-releasing AMT's 49 Ford kit! Finally the wait is over. I'm looking forward to picking up this updated version and am happy to see the beloved shoebox is finally back in production.  

Yup, due out right about now - Model Roundup says "Early January 2017". Here's a link to an article on the Round 2 wed site from last September showing the cool new tiures and general upgrade they've applied to this release: http://www.collectormodel.com/round2-models/3205-amts-1949-ford-coupe-is-truly-a-gas-man/#sthash.vgWTO5PE.dpbs

Included are some killer new Firestone Cheater Slicks as well as whitewalls and modern tires:

I for one have no complaints about AMT's reissue and refresh policy...

[Ferbz]

Yeah Bernard, me neither! I really like those sets of pie crust slicks. Now, if someone would re-issue those old Revell Parts Packs Bubbletops.....:)

[FordRodnKustom]

Me neither B. I see a new box art build in my future!

[Bernard Kron]

Me neither B. I see a new box art build in my future!

That's one heck of a nice illustration and would make one heck of a nice box build!

Edited January 10, 2017 by Bernard Kron

[pharoah]

Me neither B. I see a new box art build in my future!

Me too Ron!

[charlie8575]

My store will be getting one or two in tomorrow...um, later this morning.

Charlie Larkin

[stavanzer]

Man I hope Hobby Lobby gets these.