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AMT 1962 CHEVY IMPALA CONVERTIBLE 1:25 SCALE MODEL KIT AMT1355 1355
CLASSIC CONVERTIBLE: AMT's 1/25 scale 1962 Chevy Impala Convertible is great project for the experienced model builder who likes 60's classics. Add it to your collection today!
FEATURE PACKED: The 1962 Chevy Impala Convertible kit features pad-printed whitewall tires, stock rims and 5-spoke mag rims. Kit also includes ALL-NEW colorful decals and vintage style AMT packaging.
QUICK SPECS: 1/25 Scale. 116 parts. 8" long. Parts molded in white with clear, clear red and chrome plastic, plus metal axles and black vinyl tires. Skill level 2 PAINT AND GLUE REQUIRED.
THE PERFECT PRESENT: Don't know what to get dad for his birthday? Or maybe you have an avid hobbyist or collector in your life. This model kit makes an ideal gift for any occasion!
The Chevrolet Impala (/ɪmˈpælə, -ˈpɑːlə/) is a full-size car built by Chevrolet for model years 1958 to 1985, 1994 to 1996, and 2000 to 2020. The Impala was Chevrolet's popular flagship passenger car and was among the better-selling American-made automobiles in the United States.[7][8]
For its debut in 1958 the Impala was distinguished from other models by its symmetrical triple taillights. The Chevrolet Caprice was introduced as a top-line Impala Sport Sedan for model year 1965, later becoming a separate series positioned above the Impala in 1966, which, in turn, remained above the Chevrolet Bel Air and the Chevrolet Biscayne. The Impala continued as Chevrolet's most popular full-sized model through the mid-1980s. Between 1994 and 1996 the Impala was revised as a 5.7-liter V8-powered version of the Chevrolet Caprice Classic sedan.
In 2000, the Impala was reintroduced again as a mainstream front-wheel drive car.[9] As of February 2014, the 2014 Impala ranked No. 1 among Affordable Large Cars in U.S. News & World Report's rankings.[10] When the 10th generation of the Impala was introduced for the 2014 model year the 9th generation was rebadged as the Impala Limited and sold only to fleet customers through 2016. During that time both versions were sold in the United States and Canada. The 10th-generation Impala was also sold in the Middle East and South Korea.
The 1962 model featured new "C" pillar styling for all models except the 4-door hardtop. Sport Coupe models now featured the "convertible roof" styling, shared with other GM "B" full-size hardtop coupe, which proved popular. The "overhang" roof style of the sedans was replaced with a wider "C" pillar with wraparound rear window.
Engine choices for 1962 began as previously with 1962 being the final year for the 235 I6.[22] along with the small-block 283 fitted with a two barrel carburetor. The 283 was also enlarged to 327-cubic-inch (5.4 L), offered in two versions, one with 250 bhp (186 kW) and one with 300 bhp (224 kW). The 348-cubic-inch (5.7 L) V8 was discontinued and replaced by the 380 bhp (283 kW) 409-cubic-inch (6.7 L) or 409 bhp (305 kW) 409-cubic-inch (6.7 L) engine,[citation needed] available only with a manual transmission. The Turboglide was also discontinued,[23] leaving the Powerglide as the only automatic transmission available.
The Beach Boys produced a hit single, "409", referring to the Chevrolet, which became an iconic song for these cars.
Impalas again featured premium interior appointments, plusher seats could be done by the dealerships on customer request. And more chrome trim outside, including a full-width aluminum-and-chrome panel to house the triple-unit taillight assembly. Super Sport (SS) models featured that panel in a special engine-turned aluminum, which was also used to fill the side moldings, making the SS more distinctive in appearance. The Impala also gained the top trim station wagon body design, in place of the Chevrolet Nomad model. However, unlike the passenger cars, Impala wagons had dual-unit taillights. Due to reliability problems, the optional Turboglide automatic transmission was discontinued, leaving Powerglide the only automatic transmission available until 1965. A new radio was optional.

[@jeffyoung8726]

You know Chris, all of your videos are always fun & informative. I continue to appreciate that! And I believe a lot of us do as well? You've got cool music playing during each process. You ALWAYS emphasize to build for ourselves, and not be bullied by the haters! It's always good to know that there is a great model channel to go to. Your reviews are great too! So again Chris, a very BIG thank you for your continued contribution to the model building community out here!

[@r.a.monigold9789]

1963 my best friend's dad bought him a '62 Impala (demo car). Good news for the rest of us - some pocket change in the ash tray for the .25¢ a gallon PREMIUM gasoline got us rides all around town. Great build. Again, I like your "art" choices for accessories and colors. Thanks for sharing.

[@CHixon]

Very entertaining as always. I drove a '62 Chevy wagon in high school. It had the 235 cu in 6-cyl. Yes, you could get them in an Impala. Back then it was just a used car.

[@craigwest8386]

Looks great, Chris!

[@garyjust.johnson1436]

Good job! Thanks for the history lesson too! I did not know and now i do!

[@mx472000]

Great videos as always Chris, and I hope you feel better.

[@Merylstreep1949]

Your best build to date!!!

[@alangermann4562]

Thank you. great color and decal combo

[@ronaldhuff635]

Awesome build again, might get one!

[@kevinsmith7697]

Oddly cool ✌️👍🏻

[@openexhaustmodels5139]

Brilliantly done mate👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks as always!

[@charlesmcclure5994]

Cool 👍👍

[@ronroberts2453]

Excellence build & presentation Chris! Great color combination and the decals are spot on, perfect celebration 🍾 of AMT'S 75 years!!

[@davidpayne4315]

Awesome tribute to AMT keep up the amazing work

[@josephsizemore8770]

Great build, enjoy watching all your builds

[@michaelcooke2559]

Very nice build. Excellent work on the model, and great color choices. The decals go well with the model. Thanks for sharing.

[@doublenickelbob]

Love it. Got to get it. Great video Chris, keep em coming, I'll keep watching.

[@petervitti9]

I wish amt would add a convertible top. I built a reissue a few years ago. Got a resin top from modelhaus.

[@lylebriggs923]

Awesome build as always Chris keep it up

[@acrowe2512]

I'm in the middle of building Don Nicholson's '61 Impala Super Stock by AMT. I've been extremely impressed with the quality and especially the detail. Basically it's the same model as this only modified for racing of course. I would recommend this kit and thanks Chris for showing me what I should have glued together first before I painted it. hehe It's ok, it's all good.

[@vincentrusso4514]

Nice build I like that shade of red paint!!

[@maryfiltz800]

Great job - like the colors you chose.

[@johngligo4049]

Very nicely done Sir! Love the custom look! Definitely going to grab one of these for a future build! Currently finishing my AMT '65 Pontiac GTO Convertible!

[@williamholmes9195]

Reminds me of the Lindberg 1961 Impala kit.

[@davidhinkson8856]

You've come up with some interesting colors for this interior, but they go well with the Kat from AMT decals (He was in the decal sheet for the '66 Galaxie and I just had to use him!). Again, a nice build and another Impala I should put into my collection.

[@billybleedscrimsonblood9478]

Man I was excited about this kit. But! I'm unimpressed. The 62 chevy impala ss is a better kit. It's still a good kit tho. I think I had myself overhyped ! Beautiful job as usual Chris!👉

[@smithgorrilugum4574]

I love the retro-modern decals. Along with the decals, it would be cool to add an inboard record turntable and beverage cooler. Maybe throw a pair of hipster sunglasses on the dash.

[@tikitimescalemodels]

Chris, out of all the youtube model videos I subscribe to, I think yours is the most expensive. This kit is a perfect example. I never would have considered it until you highlighted those oddball (awesome) decals. And, of course, now its on its way. Great video as usual!!

[@JosephPercel]

$$$ 🤨

[@vladtheimpala5532]

I clicked the link and bought the 62 Impala SS Convertible and some accessories to make it more realistic. Unfortunately, the SS kit doesn’t have the 409. It has a fuel injected 427 instead so it’s not stock. Chevy didn’t offer the 427 until 1966. I wanted the 409, but I had to choose between that and the SS option. I might have to do some kit bashing at some point. I do have a 59 El Camino with a 348. Maybe I’ll use that. It’s indistinguishable except for the dipstick. Then I can put the 427 in the El Camino. I’ll figure something out. Too bad you can’t buy just the engine but I guess the hobby isn’t big enough to support that. I want to get this one as close to perfect as I can. Maybe I’ll record myself building it and put it on my channel.

[@pithyplastics6027]

Not sure why, but the decals remind me of Major Nelson. Lol nice job I love it.

[@lilypondgarage2968]

I’m glad this kit doesn’t have all the molded in details like exhaust and front suspension

[@spankyham9607]

Oh baby! Here come the low riders!

[@terrybaptist795]

You know the beach boy wrote a song the 1962 chevy Impala with the 409 engine.

[@Pokemanic33]

Usually feels a little strange to me when AMT includes their logos as decals but that retro Kat pattern looks fantastic. Great way to celebrate the anniversary

[@bunk-bn9eo]

Now I have to get it so I can see what it looks like with mags. Stock. Again.

[@michaelsmith1926]

🙂👍👍

[@robertdundas4593]

Why are so many model car fans bent 1 blade, and do you know the name of the song you've played B4 with the fiddle and guitar? Always sounds like an old civil war tune. Also nice build.

[@richardarios5706]

hello Chris, what spray paint did you use for back panel with the tail lights are

[@hpiguy]

Every spray paint used is shown right before I spray it in the painting section of the video. Thanks for watching!

[@scootosan]

didn't Elvis have a car like this or was it Liberace??

[@DBH1962]

Where is the angel hair? Lol

[@vinniemartinez6125]

Looks like a cool kit to build. Id build lowrider style. Candy pearl flake paint job on it with some nice wire wheels on er

[@vinniemartinez6125]

Or all blacked out chrome and all with some nice custom rims on er . She'll look very sharp