MyBradKeselowski Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I'm as happy as I can be :D I found this kit in my grandmother's attic, as I thought I had lost it all this time. I remember my mother buying this kit for me at Woolco in the early seventies. I just don't know whether to build it or leave it unbuilt as I know these are hard to come across. I wanted some input from you guys as what to do and maybe if I decide to build it wondering if I go stock with it or maybe the gasser look as whats on the box lid, as I really like the gasser look. Also I know nothing on kit values, so I was wondering what these kit's go for these day's? Here are pics of the kit:
Ron Hamilton Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 If you really like the car, I say build it!!!!!! I have a built-up, and a really raggedy built-up, that I have started restoring. I may lop the roof off of it as a convertible, or convert it into a Caprice. Go get 'em!!!!!
mikemodeler Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 The world's first donk??? My thoughts exactly Harry! I say build it, that is what your Mother bought it for! I would shy away from the box art version though, unless you like the raised "high rider" look!
Rob Hall Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 Nice...I love those MPC big Chevys....I have at least 2 of each year '71-76 in my stash, some restorable builtups, some unbuilt.
Guest Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 That's a cool find Steve! I would build it since it was something your mother bought for you. That's a memory that couldn't be replaced by whatever the kit is worth. I have a mint '71 Impala Mild N Wild molded in red that I got an appraisal from one of the best in the business. Two years ago,it was worth $150. The '71 is where those goofy out of scale parts and high rider parts came from originally. There were a few kits in '71 that came with those parts and apparently they spilled over into the '72s. Lots of drugs going around in the '70s and apparently the design team at MPC were getting more than their share of them!
MyBradKeselowski Posted March 5, 2012 Author Posted March 5, 2012 My thoughts exactly Harry! I say build it, that is what your Mother bought it for! I would shy away from the box art version though, unless you like the raised "high rider" look! Thanks Mike, You're right that's what she bought for ! ! I think I will build it but will probably end up with stock version, it's still a toss up though. Thanks for you inputs
MyBradKeselowski Posted March 5, 2012 Author Posted March 5, 2012 That's a cool find Steve! I would build it since it was something your mother bought for you. That's a memory that couldn't be replaced by whatever the kit is worth. I have a mint '71 Impala Mild N Wild molded in red that I got an appraisal from one of the best in the business. Two years ago,it was worth $150. The '71 is where those goofy out of scale parts and high rider parts came from originally. There were a few kits in '71 that came with those parts and apparently they spilled over into the '72s. Lots of drugs going around in the '70s and apparently the design team at MPC were getting more than their share of them! Thanks Roger, that's what I was thinking maybe everyone at MPC was on drugs...
Erik Smith Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I would definitely build it. Those look like nice whitewall tires - a factory stock build would be great for this kit as most seem to find there way to lowrider status. Cool kit and find!
MyBradKeselowski Posted March 5, 2012 Author Posted March 5, 2012 I would definitely build it. Those look like nice whitewall tires - a factory stock build would be great for this kit as most seem to find there way to lowrider status. Cool kit and find! Thanks Eric
MyBradKeselowski Posted March 5, 2012 Author Posted March 5, 2012 Thanks to everybody on your inputs after looking over the kit since posting this topic, I have decided to build the Impala as it was bought by her for me to build at the time. The priceless memories of her buying this kit when I was a kid is too priceless for me, no matter what the value might be. I have chosen to build the Impala as the factory stock version. Thanks for inputs... Steve
philo426 Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I built the '73 version that i found at a garage sale.I had to replace the front suspension because the metal axle through the engine block wouldn't cut it!
The Modeling Hermit Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I'm a builder, but some unbuilt kits I have for the sentimental aspect. I'll never build them, just because I like to open the box and remember what it was like when they were new and corresponded to the new car of the time. Some I have just because I like opening the lid and smelling the old plastic. I don't have many that fit those categories, but they have their place. The main thing to remember is that the model was given to you for the fun of building. It might be nice to build it as a tribute to your mother (her favorite color etc.).
Eshaver Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 Shoot, iffinit wazzzzzzzzzzzz me , I would build it , stock........................ Ed Shaver
A.R.C. Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 Cool kit! This is a long shot I know, but if you are interested in selling it pm me. I have a loved one that I would love to build that for.
Austin T Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 Some I have just because I like opening the lid and smelling the old plastic. Don't let those knuckleheads making stupid laws find out about this,they might set up an age restriction for models,LOL.
58 Impala Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 (edited) I have that kit, it's an old build. It's in pieces and I'm missing the big block,although it could be in a parts box somewhere. It is still unpainted in it's original metallic blue plastic. My opinion, build it. Or send it to me and I'll build it. Edited March 5, 2012 by 58 Impala
Joker Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I too thought Donk..LOL Did you find any more of your old models other than the Chevy?
kruleworld Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I'm a builder, but some unbuilt kits I have for the sentimental aspect. I'll never build them in that instance, i'd build the kit, but keep the box to display it with. models are meant to be built. let collectors go to the prebuilt diecast market.
Kris Morgan Posted March 5, 2012 Posted March 5, 2012 I say build it. Seeing as you remember your mom buying, maybe ask her what color you should do it. BTW, We will be casting this kit in the future.
MyBradKeselowski Posted March 6, 2012 Author Posted March 6, 2012 I built the '73 version that i found at a garage sale.I had to replace the front suspension because the metal axle through the engine block wouldn't cut it! Great looking build Phillip, I also have the same kit just not built yet...
MyBradKeselowski Posted March 6, 2012 Author Posted March 6, 2012 Cool kit! This is a long shot I know, but if you are interested in selling it pm me. I have a loved one that I would love to build that for. I have that kit, it's an old build. It's in pieces and I'm missing the big block,although it could be in a parts box somewhere. It is still unpainted in it's original metallic blue plastic. My opinion, build it. Or send it to me and I'll build it. Sorry Adam,Tom it's not for sale or trade LOL
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