1961 Chevy Impala SS

Excellent kit. This kit was a fun build. Clean up was a snap - a light sanding was all it needed. Instructions were clear but there was one miss marked part but that was all. The details were spot on. I added engine wires and fuel lines. Parts fit was great the only problem was in final assembly, I had to trim the rear glass just a bit but it was nothing major. I used bare metal foil for the trim and also used Photo etched parts on the body for the emblems. I painted it Red and Silver exterior and Red interior. I would recommend this kit to modelers with a couple of kits under their belts. All in all an excellent kit.

Right out of the gate – I really recommend this model. The detail is really nice and it builds up into a beautiful example of a beautiful car! I will go over the negatives first; there is an annoying amount of flash on some parts. The instructions are vague and at least one part is mismarked (45 is actually 43). The instructions are also a bit iffy on the placement of some parts – you have to internet search the actual car get them right. Some of the decals are also improperly marked, so you have to plan ahead. The clear window parts are also a bit sub-standard – but nothing that a dip in Future won’t fix). Now, the fun part – the fit of the parts is excellent. The detail is really, REALLY nice. The decals, while mismarked, are actually really nice. And the front end features posable wheels. Plus, you have some options to customize the car. In sum, this model is worth the money – period.

Very well made kit. Very, very detailed in all areas. Great fitting parts, with minimal amount of flashing. This is the kind of model I love to build. I highly recommend this kit to any one who loves to do detail work and wants the challenge. Great addition to a model builders collection.