AMT surfer Van

[Mr mopar]

I would like to see the decal sheet for this one !

[Dave Van]

Coming soon???

[stavanzer]

Looks like the newly tooled Surfboards from the recent ' 65 Chevelle wagon, and possibly the "optional" 5 spoke mags that have appeared in about a dozen kits. Add in a new decal sheet, and you have an "All New" (cough, cough) kit.

Here is a review of the first version from 2012, that shows what "might" be in this kit.

https://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/kits/amt/kit_amt_0767.shtml

 

[Mark]

Looks like it has the custom parts from the Phantom (originally "Vantom"), which were not in the Cruising Van nor the Coca-Cola issue.  

[David Miller]

I’d buy that over any coke car that’s been put out . Now if only Round 2 can get Coke and Levi’s together to make the DenimMachine that would be something . I’ve only seen one in person , and even seen two Levi’s Edition AMC Gremlins ( that’s another one to kit ) . Or the Firestone SuperStones Van ! 

[Mark]

Round 2 has reissued '74, '75, and '76 Gremlin kits, all with the simulated denim interior (Levi's name wasn't used, probably to avoid licensing issues).  The Denimachine is a longer van than is represented by the AMT kit.

[Daddyfink]

They need to bring back the MPC Van. It has an interior and opening side door

 

[1972coronet]

3 hours ago, Daddyfink said:

They need to bring back the MPC Van. It has an interior and opening side door

Seriously ! When was the last time that the MPC Econoline was issued ? Especially since it includes the steelies / hubcaps as the stock items . 

I have the 'Sunshine Superman' (or whatever it's called ) annual from c.1978 .

[David Miller]

Edited September 19, 2020 by David Miller

[David Miller]

The Red 4X4 version says copyright 1977

[Daddyfink]

While I really do love the AMT Vans, the MPC ones where way ahead in the detail department. Full interiors and more outside accessories, plus the 4X4 version of the Ford van where awesome. 

In my opinion, the MPC Vans where #1, then AMT Vans and then dead last, Revell Vans. Monogram are honorable mention because of them being 1/24 and decently shaped. 

 

[Casey]

Here's the box art for the AMT-1229 1977 Ford Econoline "Surfer Van", with what appear to be the newly tooled surfboards and rack from the 2019 reissue of the AMT '65 Chevelle wagon "Surf Wagon":

 

 

SURF’S UP: AMT’s 1/25 scale 1977 Ford Surfer Van kit is a great project for any experienced modeler who likes surf, tikis, and 70s custom vans. Add it to your collection today!

FEATURE PACKED: The 1977 Ford Surfer Van kit features details like 2 newly-tooled surfboards & roof rack, side pipes, fender flares, wide pre-lettered vinyl tires, 5-spoke mags, and 3 custom porthole options. The kit also includes a LARGE decal sheet with plenty of surf options and eye-catching packaging.

 

Edited December 10, 2020 by Casey

[stavanzer]

I KNEW we'd be seeing those Surf Boards in other kits! Way to go, Round2!

[iamsuperdan]

AMT sure are getting their money's worth from the '77 Ford van molds. First the Cruisin' Van, then the Coke version, now this.

And really, why not? Relatively inexpensive to change the kits up slightly to try to capture different tastes.

 

[PintoKING]

There was the "Matilda" version with raised roof, and also a 6-wheeled version around 1977. Would be nice to get those "options" one day.

 

[Mr mopar]

I want to see the decals of this kit first before I buy one !!!

[Oldcarfan27]

1 hour ago, Mr mopar said:

I want to see the decals of this kit first before I buy one !!!

With the decals provided in their many other kits, I'm sure they're going to be extensive and impressive. 

[Casey]

3 hours ago, Mr mopar said:

I want to see the decals of this kit first before I buy one !!!

I think what you see on the box top is what will be on the decal sheet, for the most part, broken into smaller, more manageable sections.

[tim boyd]

16 images of what's new in the AMT Surfer Van kit at this link.....including several images of the decal sheet....thanks for looking....TIM

Edited December 10, 2020 by tim boyd

[Oldcarfan27]

As much as I like the subject matter and the decals are GREAT! I just wish they would've dusted off the MPC version and put this theme on that one.

The MPC van includes a full interior that just lends itself to this motif.

[1972coronet]

4 minutes ago, Oldcarfan27 said:

As much as I like the subject matter and the decals are GREAT! I just wish they would've dusted off the MPC version and put this theme on that one.

The MPC van includes a full interior that just lends itself to this motif.

I , too , would love to see the MPC version of the Econoline reissued . Aside from the full-interior you've noted , the MPC kit also has steel wheels / hubcaps vs. the (excellent) AMT van's deluxe wheel covers . 

There's definitely room for both kits on the shelf .

[Erik Smith]

Does it make sense to buy a whole kit for a long board and decal sheet? 
Maybe. 

[bisc63]

9 minutes ago, Erik Smith said:

Does it make sense to buy a whole kit for a long board and decal sheet? 
Maybe. 

You still got a leftover van to build! Would make a nice common-kit subject for a community build; maybe a Cannonball Run vans-only thing, Vannonball, baby!

[Bainford]

1 hour ago, Erik Smith said:

Does it make sense to buy a whole kit for a long board and decal sheet? 
Maybe. 

I’ve bought kits for less. 

[slusher]

1 hour ago, Bainford said:

I’ve bought kits for less. 

I have too but not in a while..