Dave Toups Posted May 3, 2017 Posted May 3, 2017 AACK! Whoever's listing those kits is on a major fishing expedition. They've been on ebay forever. I've seen them at shows for much less. Still pricey, but not that bad.
Tom Geiger Posted May 3, 2017 Posted May 3, 2017 That poor Land Rover was much maligned when new, but it's actually a pretty nice kit. A huge sales failure at the time, but I think things are different now. I don't know why Revell of Germany never issued it. I would think it would be a big hit in the UK/EuropeWhoever's listing those kits is on a major fishing expedition. They've been on ebay forever. I've seen them at shows for much less. Still pricey, but not that bad.Agreed! This Land Rover would sell well in countries outside the USA. I've wondered this one myself. And I had one in my hands at a show in the past year that was $75. Now I'm thinking I should've bought it.
Rob Hall Posted May 3, 2017 Posted May 3, 2017 That poor Land Rover was much maligned when new, but it's actually a pretty nice kit. A huge sales failure at the time, but I think things are different now. I don't know why Revell of Germany never issued it. I would think it would be a big hit in the UK/EuropeThe goofy box art didn't help any...it probably would have sold better w/ serious box art and show it painted a dark green with a English countryside background..
stavanzer Posted May 4, 2017 Posted May 4, 2017 Rob, you are correct about the Box Art. It was great in the 1980's for kids, but scared off the adults.I'd really like to see the kit back too. 'Fraid it'll never happen though.
ChrisBcritter Posted May 5, 2017 Posted May 5, 2017 The way to get the Land Rover instantly reissued... one of us needs to pay $100 for a kit! Or cast it in resin and start selling a few... I'm surprised it hasn't happened already.
echoxrayniner Posted May 5, 2017 Posted May 5, 2017 Man, I'm still wishing for a simple '73/'74 Plymouth 'Cuda(not done as a terrible snapper, preferably on the Revell '70 platform), a mid seventies Camaro and a re-tooled/updated 1968 and 1970 Mercury Cougar. Knowing these kits all existed one way or another, it burns knowing they'll never see the light of day again. Also to second RickRollerLT1; a re-released S-10/Syclone would be killer. Hell, coming to think of it, a GMC Typhoon!
Motor City Posted May 5, 2017 Posted May 5, 2017 a 1972 Ranchero kit could then be modified for the '73-'76 model years with few changes; adding the GT emblems as separate parts wouldn't be difficult, and the Squire option (wood graining) could also be added as separate parts
jeffb Posted May 5, 2017 Posted May 5, 2017 a 76 ranchero is on the docket.. i just gotta finish up the wagon first
samdiego Posted May 5, 2017 Posted May 5, 2017 And the '67 Ranchero will never get the love it deserves
Mike Chernecki Posted May 6, 2017 Posted May 6, 2017 How about Revell do the parts needed to convert the 1968/9 Dodge Dart into a 1970 Swinger 340
426-Hemi Posted May 6, 2017 Posted May 6, 2017 How about Revell do the parts needed to convert the 1968/9 Dodge Dart into a 1970 Swinger 340How I'd LOVE To see that one happen!
1972coronet Posted May 7, 2017 Posted May 7, 2017 How about Revell do the parts needed to convert the 1968/9 Dodge Dart into a 1970 Swinger 340I agree . However , I'd like to see a 1967 GT+S first ---- how cool would that be !An update to a 1970 would be awesome ! Throw in the 1971 rear bumper / tail lights and a non-Rallye dash , an anomaly is bourn : the Canadian 1971 Swinger Special 340 ! Naturally , the big block , Hemi , Dana 60 , etc. , etc. , should be retained and included with any subsequent changes .
1972coronet Posted May 7, 2017 Posted May 7, 2017 1970 Nova Yenko Deuce , please ! COPO LT-1 ... and keep the Mark IV stuff in this new issue ; a stock 1970 L78 Nova would be a cool option !( While I'm at it ; how about backdating the 1969 Nova to a 1968 ? Think : COPO L78 / TH-400 !
Mike Chernecki Posted May 7, 2017 Posted May 7, 2017 (edited) 1970 Nova Yenko Deuce , please ! COPO LT-1 ... and keep the Mark IV stuff in this new issue ; a stock 1970 L78 Nova would be a cool option !( While I'm at it ; how about backdating the 1969 Nova to a 1968 ? Think : COPO L78 / TH-400 !Not hard for Revell to do the 1970 Yenko Deuce. All they need is the proper tail light panel and front bumper. The original issue Nova had the LT-1 and the so called copo kit had the 1970 grille. Edited May 7, 2017 by Mike Chernecki
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