An old Palmer model and an old Premier model

[FenderMender]

A Palmer and a Premier model

Many years ago, these two models were constructed in such a way that I wish now, in retrospect, that I had never done, especially the Studebaker Lark. The 1960 Studebaker Lark was a significant model in the automotive industry, credited with reviving the Studebaker brand. It was a compact car that offered a unique V8 engine option, setting it apart from competitors. The Lark was praised for its stylish design and innovative engineering, contributing to its popularity and sales success. Notably, it was the first car of its size to offer a V8 engine. The Lark was one of the final efforts for the Studebaker brand to stay afloat; it ended all production of its cars and trucks in the US in 1963. 

The Ford Falcon I should have kept as a stock version because it was a significant vehicle in automotive history, known for its simple, boxy design that was instantly recognizable and paved the way for future compact cars. It was designed to be an affordable and practical option for families, selling over 435,000 units in its first year, making it a best-seller in the compact car market.

If you look at the actual boxes these two came in, you will notice printed on each a 273- 89 and a 6152- 99.  The Ford Falcon was a dime more expensive!  Nowadays, these two boxes are fetching prices far more than what the built models would probably ever bring.  I'm happy to have the boxes at least. LOL 

Thanks for looking......

Palmer models were notorious for lack of details and their "chassis", which were essentially rectangles, with two main sides being slightly larger than the two end pieces. I modified and strengthened the Falcon chassis with sprue. Sprue was used heavily on the demolition derby Lark for its protection during the races.

Due to dismay over the poor quality of details and the rudimentary engineering of the cars, and the fact that the models were falling apart at the time, I took out my frustrations and slapped together a Studebaker Lark demolition derby car just for grins!  The Ford Falcon, on the other hand, with not very much to go on, I tried my best to make it appear as a "moderate custom", even opening the up the hood scoop. But the V8 engine is pretty pathetic and really nothing much could be done there at all. And the impractical antennas out back leave folks wondering, what was he thinking?   LOL     After having experienced so many negatives with these two models and seeing that really very little could be done to actually upgrade them, higher caliber models were sought after and acquired.  

Thanks again for looking....

Edited Friday at 09:56 PM by FenderMender
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[pulln4dejr]

🤯 Mind blown!!

[Tyreman]

Not many brave enough to attempt (I would not) never mind share the build! my full respect a Tamiya should be a walk in the park for you  we can all take something from this thank you Sir.

Edited Saturday at 01:42 AM by Tyreman

[Kah puts]

Holy macaroni those are out there but like them non the less . Palmer kits are for professionals only.👍

[Tyreman]

23 minutes ago, Kah puts said:

Holy macaroni those are out there but like them non the less . Palmer kits are for professionals only.👍

Why my Question? better kits! if one can build these then nothing to ever wory or complain about kit wise ever again! its throwing ourselfs in the deep end kit wise  and learning to build bodywork wise...For that reason we should be open to give them a go and enjoy the build...it will not win a show no matter how good we are but not the point of building one.

Edited Saturday at 02:13 AM by Tyreman

[slusher]

 One of those are wild and one is nice..

Edited Saturday at 01:45 PM by slusher
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[ewetwo]

I have 2 of the Palmer Falcons. Coupe and Convertible. A 1965 Palmer Impala and the Corvair coupe which turned into a hard top.. Corvair pic below. 

Edited Saturday at 04:20 PM by ewetwo

[Ace-Garageguy]

Anyone who can make anything out of a Palmer or Premier kit without putting it through a wood-chipper, considering their grossly inaccurate lines and proportions, has my deepest and most profound respect...at least from an emotional aspect.  

[FenderMender]

Very, very cool Corvair.  It looks awesome!  Love those exhaust pipes!

One thing that turned me off about the Palmers were the hard plastic tires.