I just picked this kit up at Hobby Lobby, was 50% off. Wasn't looking for this but decided to get it to modify a little. Im going to tub out the rear end. I like the body lines of this body, and will leave the rear wheel wells like they are. Open up the bed and fab some tubs. I have a few street rod models Im tired of looking at, use the running gear and chassis, possibly a different motor.
This Is In My Top 10 of AMTs Kits I built this one From this Exact Box Art as A Teen 40+;years Ago. I did it in Bright Electic Spark Blue (Ford's " Grabber Blue") and Added the Cool 70s Funky & Wild 3 Toned Decals from the Decal Sheet The 59 Impala & El Camino was Hands Down Chevy's Most Beautiful Body Stryling Love the Taillights n it's Sweeping Rear Cape so Beautiful it Needs Topped off w working lights that's A must for Next build of this kit
I built this kit in the mid sixties. The only custom (?) Part I used was the toneau cover. I spent a lot of time riding in the back seat of my Dad's '59 Impala., so I guess that's why I loved this model .
Good review as always. Round 2 has done a nice job of cleaning up the molds & paying attention to quality control. I like the additional red tinted windows & the very nice decal sheet. The pad printed tires are very well done also. This is where I have a bit of a bone to pick with round2. They are going through the expense of printing an expanded decal sheet, yet they do not include decals for the gauges or upholstery or any under hood decals for the engine/engine bay . I have sent emails 2X & filled out a survey asking about these decals being included in future kits. I never received any response at all. I also don't care for the fact that they claim this is "original box art" . The "original 59 El Camino 3-in-1 kit was issued in 1965 kit # 2759. this is not the box art from that kit. This box art is from the 1974 re-issue kit# T398. It is original to the 1974 issued "street rod" series kit but not the original issue of this kit. This claim by round2 sort of irks me. OK , sorry for the little rant. Thank you for your very well done review. You always do a great job on kit reviews & I appreciate that you take the time to do so & how you keep us informed.
I'm stoked about this kit. My thing is I wish it had been designed as a simple screw chassis kit. I guess I've had my fill of super detailing these things and just want a nice representation of the full size ride.
I have an earlier release of this kit (maybe 15-20 years ago) I built it stock and painted it to resemble Indian Turquoise and White My only issue with the kit was the bed didn't fit very well into the body. I wonder if they may have fixed that with this release. I'd like to build another if that's the case.
The bed never fit perfectly into these even in the 1963 original. Every issue since has been same. Your options are to glue it in and use filler to make it all smooth, or cut out the front portion of the bed edges that are fixed to the body, then glue them instead to the bed and get it all level that way before fitting the bed.
thanks for sharing.i sill have the model truck I built 40 years ago.its red & big motor.and blue rims.and in a model box.still together.and haven't looked at ever sence.
hpiguys Workshop Thanks Chris thats a really nice compliment, i havent built it as yet however.....i built one back in my early teens ..it was horrible but i remember tye kit being really nice
I know its not your style but can you do the revell 99 chevy Silverado custom. I wanna see if i can build it stock and custom but i can't find any good videos on youtube
I picked this one up after seeing review, worked out great, detailed, and fun to build. thanx HPI guy
Thanks for watching Richard!
I just picked this kit up at Hobby Lobby, was 50% off. Wasn't looking for this but decided to get it to modify a little. Im going to tub out the rear end. I like the body lines of this body, and will leave the rear wheel wells like they are. Open up the bed and fab some tubs. I have a few street rod models Im tired of looking at, use the running gear and chassis, possibly a different motor.
Oh my god, I built that kit so long ago it's sick! Was an awesome kit! I've still got some of the parts from it! Great to see it back!
This Is In My Top 10 of AMTs Kits I built this one From this Exact Box Art as A Teen 40+;years Ago. I did it in Bright Electic Spark Blue (Ford's " Grabber Blue") and Added the Cool 70s Funky & Wild 3 Toned Decals from the Decal Sheet
The 59 Impala & El Camino was Hands Down Chevy's Most Beautiful Body Stryling Love the Taillights n it's Sweeping Rear Cape so Beautiful it Needs Topped off w working lights that's A must for Next build of this kit
Very cool.... love the 2 & 3 into 1 kits ! Plus all the extra goodies... those were the dayz ✌😎
Great review! I just did the 1959 Chevy impala and this kit would look so nice parked next to it
Yeah it would!
Thanks again Chris for another Great review. I always look forward to them and appreciate you sharing with us. Thanks
Jeff
Thanks for watching Jeff!
Yeap in the middle of building it now...I just don’t know what color I want it yet...built the engine ...it’s pretty badass!
I built this kit in the mid sixties. The only custom (?) Part I used was the toneau cover. I spent a lot of time riding in the back seat of my Dad's '59 Impala., so I guess that's why I loved this model .
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Sweet looking kit! Will get one of these eventually!! Thanks for the review Chris!!
Thanks Kenny!
Good review as always. Round 2 has done a nice job of cleaning up the molds & paying attention to quality control. I like the additional red tinted windows & the very nice decal sheet. The pad printed tires are very well done also.
This is where I have a bit of a bone to pick with round2. They are going through the expense of printing an expanded decal sheet, yet they do not include decals for the gauges or upholstery or any under hood decals for the engine/engine bay .
I have sent emails 2X & filled out a survey asking about these decals being included in future kits. I never received any response at all. I also don't care for the fact that they claim this is "original box art" . The "original 59 El Camino 3-in-1 kit was issued in 1965 kit # 2759. this is not the box art from that kit. This box art is from the 1974 re-issue kit# T398. It is original to the 1974 issued "street rod" series kit but not the original issue of this kit. This claim by round2 sort of irks me. OK , sorry for the little rant.
Thank you for your very well done review. You always do a great job on kit reviews & I appreciate that you take the time to do so & how you keep us informed.
Thanks for the input Rick!
Sweet kit with extra parts will have to add to stash thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
What size (CI) engine is that supercharged option? I noticed the Cadillac valve covers.
I'm stoked about this kit. My thing is I wish it had been designed as a simple screw chassis kit. I guess I've
had my fill of super detailing these things and just want a nice representation of the full size ride.
Glue the hood down and skip the engine. That will speed it up. :)
I have an earlier release of this kit (maybe 15-20 years ago) I built it stock and painted it to resemble Indian Turquoise and White My only issue with the kit was the bed didn't fit very well into the body. I wonder if they may have fixed that with this release. I'd like to build another if that's the case.
Snatch it up, I bet your skills have gotten even better with time.
The bed never fit perfectly into these even in the 1963 original. Every issue since has been same. Your options are to glue it in and use filler to make it all smooth, or cut out the front portion of the bed edges that are fixed to the body, then glue them instead to the bed and get it all level that way before fitting the bed.
Another great kit review. Looks like a terrific kit. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Vince!
thanks for sharing.i sill have the model truck I built 40 years ago.its red & big motor.and blue rims.and in a model box.still together.and haven't looked at ever sence.
Just got this kit from amazon I think that I will try to build it up as a custom version
The AMT cat was super cool.
Great reviews as always Chris, I've got one if these kits as an older release, it's one if AMTS best
Thanks Gary. Have you built yours? You always do an amazing job.
hpiguys Workshop Thanks Chris thats a really nice compliment, i havent built it as yet however.....i built one back in my early teens ..it was horrible but i remember tye kit being really nice
Good review, very glad this one got re-released. Cheers
Thanks for watching Wayne!
Another great review!
Thanks Clay!
I got 2 of these coming looking forward building them
Sweet, one stock and one mod?
hpiguys Workshop yep that what it will be
I know its not your style but can you do the revell 99 chevy Silverado custom. I wanna see if i can build it stock and custom but i can't find any good videos on youtube
I'd be happy to, but I do not own that kit, sorry.
Did you build the revell fishing ship?
If you did I would love to see it built!
Not yet, when I do I will make a video. :)
hpiguys Workshop awesome! Thanks
Great review. Thanks for sharing. Id have to pick one up
Thanks Jorge :)
I just got this. Please build.
Nice kit.👍
That is a particularly cool kit.
Thanks man!
Great review bud!
Thank you :)
Man you've heard my sign up to your channel
Ok I'm thinking I need that kit . Good video
Thanks!
Round 2 models look class but just too expensive here in the UK. At least twice as dear as revell monogram.
Bummer, too bad you can't find a cheaper importer.
Woohoo, gotta build her stock... Thanks
Enjoy!
Having watched your review, I'm going to get this model.
However, unfortunately, models made by AMT are very rare in Japan...
Thanks man, hopefully you can get it imported.
ありがとう！ Arigato!
Superlative!
Thanks Greg!
Dammit....I need one....or two.... 😎🤤
Or three!
....exactly!
We need more Dodge - 60's trucks as well!
I love when you say bobs model building