Mistake most want to be corrected in molding of kits.

[Mike Kucaba]

I didn't see it mentioned,but I like the kits that have a separately molded frame independent of the floorpan.

[robertw]

I agree. Sprue attachment points are a real pain. The kitmakers could pay attention to that, but too many times they don't.

I agree, in particular sprue attachment points on chromed pieces.

[Nova-ss]

In my opinion.I want more peices....so more and separate parts....like three piece bumpers are perfect to me.there is more possiblitys in more pieces.I know it may scare off some from the pieces count but I think better kits.I agree with the first posts here on this subject.and placement of the sprue mark on the part does have to be there but a better place then the chrome edge would make a better looking kit for us as a builder and for the model company's as well.Thanks,Chris

[Junkman]

What I find so -well- weird is, that all the things the kit manufacturers claim to be so hard to overcome, the diecast guys handle with total ease. Yes, I mention the 'D' word in here. I just bought a Auto Art Mercedes 300 SEL 6.3 that has none of the issues whatsoever the kit manufacturers claim to be unable to master, is fully painted and assembled to boot, with a detail level that must be seen to be believed, for 70 quid. You think that's expensive? Fill up your real car's tank at the petrol station and you know what is expensive.

Heck, the kit guys so far even failed to kit that car. And if they would have, it would have sink marks, separation lines all over the place, wrong tyres, and on, and on, and on. A zillion faults this diecast just doesn't have.

I can't speak for other model kit companies, but I have connections into the kit department of Revell AG. The sheer incompetence I encouter there on all levels when it comes to car kits is unbelievable. It seems that all modern technology and engineering has been invested into diecast car production and car kit manufacturing is a total stepchild. However, you should hear those same guys when they go on about that military rubbish. Hot dog, those bloody wars sure don't last long enough.

The only major thing wrong with that Auto Art Benz is the scale. It's not 1:24.

[CAL]

I agree on the chrome trees

The other thing that is nearly a universal problem is all the ride hights are too high.

+1 on glass, They should just do vacu formed glass.

Edited June 11, 2011 by CAL