Greg Myers Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 I have been thinking about this for some time now and have come up with no good reason why this particular vehicle would be kitted. First off I thought maybe I had a case of tunnel vision and wasn't seeing the whole picture. Maybe there is a segment of the automotive world that I've missed. I go to many automotive events, 1:1 and models and really can't remember seeing too many 1941 Plymouths in any guise. Right now, let me say this, I don't think it's really a bad looking car, but it's no '40 Ford or for that matter any '40's Chevrolet(take your pic). The next question that crossed my mind was what has anyone done with them, hot rod wise ( or custom, or whatever?)? OK, pretty nice, but there ain't a whole bunch of 'em. Racing ? now we're talkin' But again, not too many.So it begs the question, why did AMT come out with this particular kit when there are so many other subjects to consider?
Dave Van Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 I've heard the story on why..........but I'll wait and see if the person speaks up.........
Greg Myers Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) Anonymous from another board. Funny thing, couldn't find any builds on this board. Edited February 26, 2015 by Greg Myers
Jantrix Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 it's a great car? I think so too. What's not to like? Well except for the poorly executed small block.
dino246gt Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 I like that rusted out one just above! Still I also wonder why '41 Plymouth, why not Dodge pickup?
Greg Myers Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 Bob Maloy Carzyjim Tony Conant George Mack Raymond from the land down under.
Deathgoblin Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 I gotta get me one of those. Good question, though. I'd like to have seen a Dodge or Chrysler from about that period.
randx0 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 After checking out some prewar Plymouth I wish they would've picked something earlier like 1935 .mid thirties look great. Also maybe it's just me but the 1941 woody and the sedans look way better than the coupe. It just doesn't lend itself to customizing very well . I have several of these but just never had a good idea on how to build it.
Greg Pugh Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 I go to many automotive events, 1:1 and models and really can't remember seeing too many 1941 Plymouths in any guise. The next question that crossed my mind was what has anyone done with them, hot rod wise ( or custom, or whatever?)? Is this a challenge Greg? Maybe there should be a Community Build or something....
Greg Myers Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) No just my thoughts and observations. I guess I'm still pondering what to do with the two I have. Bottom line, they're just aren't that many around to justify a kit, in my opinion. Edited February 26, 2015 by Greg Myers
Dave Van Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) That's the story Bill told me.......but didn't know if it was 'public' so held back...... Here is mine inspired by the movie 'Cool Hand Luke' car wash car. Closest model to the movie car........works for me!!!!! Edited February 26, 2015 by Dave Van
Greg Myers Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) "Lucille !" "Anything so innocent and built like that just gotta be named Lucille." Edited February 26, 2015 by Greg Myers
mike 51 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 "Lucille !" "Anything so innocent and built like that just gotta be named Lucille."
mike 51 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) None of the "prisoners" ever saw her wash the car until they saw the movie....none of the cast was present when the scene was filmed,extras were seen in the backrounds. for what its worth. Edited February 26, 2015 by mike 51
Ace-Garageguy Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) I've always liked the lines of the car, and I've wondered why it wasn't MORE popular. It lends itself well to customizing in my opinion, and starts off with a slanted B-pillar that saves a lot of work when chopping the top. I still have this gasser gluebomb-save on the WIP shelf...just scored some missing parts, so she'll be coming back online in not too long. Edited February 27, 2015 by Ace-Garageguy
The70judgeman Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 It's a '40, but this one belongs to someone I used to deer hunt with. Exterior(the body) is pretty much stock. The interior is from a Chrysler LHS and the engine is a '70ish 318 out of a Dodge. He also has another '40 that is completely stock that he's restoring. No pictures of that one.
rsxse240 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 If you were to ask me to speculate, I'd say because we wanted something that WASN'T a '40 ford or a 57 Chevy. Plus the roof line would go well on so many customs
checkmate Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 I picked up one years ago second hand for $5, the body has had a horrible paint job but the rest is unstarted. I than bought an aftermarket sedan delivery body to add the chassis too. Just need to get around to building it.
Von Don Koolkat Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 As I understand it, it was originally going to be a 41 sedan delivery, as promoted by Jim Newcomer of Iowa, but AMT decided the coupe would be a better seller.
ChrisR Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Here is one I did a few years ago. The body was warped and I changed to a pickup.
southpier Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 that's great design. the rear fenders match perfectly.
johnbuzzed Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) After checking out some prewar Plymouth I wish they would've picked something earlier like 1935 .mid thirties look great. Also maybe it's just me but the 1941 woody and the sedans look way better than the coupe. It just doesn't lend itself to customizing very well . I have several of these but just never had a good idea on how to build it. ">http:// ">http://http://s889.photobucket.com/user/jbuzz710/media/Oldies%20but%20goodies/CAM00268.jpg.html'> Edited February 27, 2015 by johnbuzzed
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