1965 Pontiac Bonneville Sport Coupe 421 V8 3n1 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review AMT1260 AMT

[@jpht1964]

I builded dozens of US car model kits back in the late 70’s and early 80’s and your channel brought back my interest to start building again. Thanks for the magic…

[@hpiguy]

Welcome back to the fun!

[@DBH1962]

Oh yes nothing better than a huge Pontiac with stacked headlights and fender skirts. I miss the good old days.

[@hpiguy]

The best!

[@crazycat6272]

I had a white 1965 convertible black interior sold it in 90s.. huge massive trunk

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@michaelupton3107]

My dad used to own a few automobiles back in the 1980s that had the fender skirts over the rear wheels, as always great build review😊❤👍

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@tomtomboy6471]

Thanks. You gave me knowledge how to build better. I'm building same model only Red for my Lady friend also named Red! I'm going with your choice in assembly using fender skirts. It's a winner, I can't lose!!! Peace and Love to you and family!

[@dadctf6243]

Thank you yet again Chris for these videos. I’ve just binge watched the last months worth this past few days while out of hospital recovering from surgery, They really lifted my spirits and kept my mind off the pain. You’ve helped me greatly my friend 👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the nice words, get well soon!

[@PontiacBanker]

Happy to see you working your magic on a Pontiac. Nice work!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@davidpayne4315]

I've learned so much from your videos please keep doing what you're doing

[@doublenickelbob]

You need to build the custom version. Great build again Chris, keep em coming I'll keep watching.

[@r.a.monigold9789]

Land Yacht. Even as a model it looks BIG. Nice color choices. What a Beauty. Chris, once again, thanks for sharing...

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@maccustoms2295]

Great build review of a classic great body color choice. Love when you get different options. You get some extra goodies for the spare parts bin. Have a great week.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks so much!

[@localpanzer2775]

It’s always interesting seeing your different techniques of detail painting that others wouldn’t normally do. I found them to be pretty useful myself when building my own models.

[@rubencardenas9384]

Me too

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like them!

[@chrisambrose8838]

My folks had one in 1965 . Black on black ….bucket seat….factory reverb system….with the fancy wheels! It was beautiful! One of the best “parking “ car ever! Lol. I’d love to have one now!

[@czarneckims]

I never thought I'd see the day that a model car is referred to as being "ribbed for your pleasure..." Hope you never stop doing these videos Chris.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@charliebowman785]

Our grand children would never believe that existed cars like this. Thank you Chris for such a sweet model.

[@hpiguy]

You bet!

[@garyjust.johnson1436]

I got my first car when i turned 18. I worked jobs after skool so i could buy it. A 4 door 1972 pontiac lemans. With fender skirts! Big bench seats front and back. All it needed was some TLC. I bought it from an elderly lady who lived in the neighborhood. I drove it forever!

[@maryfiltz800]

Great job - car looks so sharp.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@brycewalat5321]

More great work! I just bought the Buick Wildcat kit, and I will build this when it comes out. All that you need to round it all out is an Oldsmobile Starfire. Then you have a complete set of full size Buick/Olds/Pontiac luxury performance cars!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@tappercumbey]

Cool kit! I love the kits that come with a lot of extra parts. Makes it nice to have a well stocked parts box for future custom builds. I like what you did with the interior!

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@tygrkhat4087]

Ah yes, the cars of the 60s. So big, they didn't have license plates, they had Liberian registration. Looks real good Chris.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@bigguy43055]

Great kit! I've built at least a half dozen of this kit over the years. I just recently did a vintage 1960 Mercury Park Lane convertible in that same Rose Gold color, Great color!

[@hpiguy]

Very cool!

[@bskor9722]

That front piece probably went flying across the room when you snipped it off the sprue! Its happened to us all! Then youre crawling around on the floor looking for it muttering a few choice words🤣🤣😂😂🤣. Anyway glad you found it! Another enjoyable build and watch! Reminds me of my grandpas big ole oldsmobile delta 88!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@reriley20021]

every time i watch you spray paint, i swear i can smell it!

[@amyschry4129]

Beautiful build of a beautiful car. My uncle owned a red 65 Bonnie when I was a kid. Definitely a land yacht with class. Tom S.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@cuda426hemi]

Good Job Bub !!! I had a 1:24 or 1:25 '67 Bonneville convertible as a kid (I did a Candy Rootbeer color on it), also a '68 Bonneville Coupe EITHER of which I wish they still had molds for !! 🚗

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

I love these cars. The wheels are not hubcaps or wires, they are the rare Pontiac 8 lug wheels, where the rim bolts on with eight lug nuts, and the whole center of the wheel is actually the brake drum, made of aluminum with an iron liner. They were optional, and very cool looking.

[@hpiguy]

Cool info!

[@michaelwallbrown3726]

i built one of these back in the 1970's stock same colors as yours still have it packed away somewhere in my basement along with many car, airplane, tanks

[@jamessawyer8889]

I can't wait for that kit to show up, it'll be a great addition so if you're a fan of IDOJ, you have Major Nelson's GTO, Dr Bellows GP if you have the original kit wheel covers, & with the Bonneville kits, you can create General Petersen's car, I have a 65 Tempest wagon that's a resin kit, so you have everything to create the perfect scene from a classic TV show of the sixties

[@richardlee1092]

Great job as usual Chris! Remember when these Land Cruisers roamed the earth, my Dad’s friend had a Grand Prix. What a monster! Keep up the good work!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@richardlee1092]

Chris wondered if you could help me. Have no other way to contact you. Went to buy Mod podg there are 4 or 5 kinds. Which do you use for your windows? Thank you much! Rich

[@lencampa9049]

Wow i havent put a plastic model 2gether car in years didnt no that they still sell em glad to see some one else is putting it 2gether my eyes arent what they used BE 😊

[@ThomasSmith-rp6xv]

Can't wait for this bad boy! Gold paint on mine!

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@bamabiker750]

I drove a '70 Bonnie back in the day. Two door hardtop; those rear quarter panels stretched into the next county. Really nice car but with a 455 it got 11 mpg so it had to go. Anyway, I enjoy watching your videos. Thanks so much!

[@haljohnson5729]

Nice build Chris. When I was a kid our neighbor bought a turquoise Bonneville @ this vintage.His first new car. Man did he baby that car. I of course a solid model building car nut at the time(10 years old) I spent a lot of time asking questions etc. Looking back I think I was a bit of a pest....

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@IrishAmericanMcCLanahan]

I plan on the custom box art build also cutting out the doors and trunk lid to open and close. Full custom build this Beauty.

[@65marlin327]

Really nice job on the Bonneville.

[@danielbritton8588]

Nice white walls to save for other model types. A shame not to use the stock grille. Love the skirts look. I never mind molded in chassis stuff. I seldom pick up my car kits. Your spray booth looks insulated like the hood. I almost cringed seeing your bare hand on the body. Beautiful! I sure am glad you went stock.

[@abledrummer]

that looks great! excellent choice of body color!

[@EricSheppard-g4u]

Great build detailing supper nice color

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

Great build Pontiacs were cool the stacked headlights were a awesome look for the time!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! 👍

[@davidparker2259]

The colors you chose for that go really well together. Nice job.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@MainahTony]

again, im talking to you while watching this...come on chris let ur hair down! go crazy with the custom stuff on here!! crazy paint color and do the super custom. do like what u did tho! as always NEVER disappoint

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@williamvanparys6858]

That's great Chris I'm, glad to see that you found the nose piece... I'm actually in the process of building the AMT/ertl prestige 69 Chevy corvair model kit I, seem to have lost the metal axle so I've found a plastic substitute piece to use as an axle... I don't care if it rolls so it, won't be a problem... Congratulations to your Packers bro' they, won a well played Sunday night game that was very entertaining... I wish I could say the same about my Steelers!!! But at least my second favorite Las Vegas Raiders won their game...

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@fredzeppelin3969]

For fun you should have put a ship's tiller wheel on the steering column. 😝 Great build, as always

[@hpiguy]

Some anchors in the back seat too, tied to the door handles. :)

[@TI4438]

This kit is hitting the bench next. Gonna go with black.

[@timarthur9425]

Great review and awesome build.that rose gold is perfect recently sprayed the 63 nova wagon with it. Thanks for all the great vids,advice and answered questions.peace

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@modelcarswithglen.]

Hello hippie guys, it's the attack of the giant land yachts,talk about your living room on wheels,,, I love it, gonna have to buy three to build all versions, maybe a pro street,who knows, love your videos, can't get enough, yeah buddy

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@timcooper5052]

Love , love love this car, the colours are perfect, great job as always

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@zoltore23]

I remember building models back in the 70's. One thing that stands out is how the exhaust system in this model is built right in. Back then, it was a separate piece, and the challenge was to get them attached to the manifolds. I liked it better that way, as it was more realistic. Furthermore, the greatest challenge was not getting glue on the windshield. GREAT BUILD!

[@hpiguy]

Some kits are molded in, some are separate. Depends on the kit and it's origins.

[@rubencardenas9384]

First you misplace the nose piece, and then one of the clamps falls out during priming. You’re not losing it are you Chris? 😂😂 Great build

[@hpiguy]

Yes I am!

[@SpringerModelReviews]

Beautiful old land yacht, I need to build one of these

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@brycewalat5321]

4:35 Those “stock” wheels are the famous Pontiac 8 Lug wheels…one of the nicest looking factory performance wheels made. What would really make this nice is if this kit offered the factory “Tri Power” 3 x 2 carburetors. I’m sure I can find some from a similar GTO kit.

[@TI4438]

Gonna have to grab at least two of these!

[@SpeedKing49]

Nice clean build Chris, I really like it in the Rose Gold.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Love the Bonneville!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@gojoe2833]

By the way Chris those stock wheels are factory optional rims, they're called "8 lug wheels" or "8-luggers..."

[@hpiguy]

Yeah another guy had posted about that, pretty cool idea!

[@doncnunez6231]

Kids today aren't in craft like that, if it doesn't have a video screen forget about it!!

[@hpiguy]

If adults would take time to sit with them they would.

[@davidhinkson8856]

Gotta love a classic land yacht!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@IamGalvatron]

This kit could almost…ALMOST…sit in for Buford T Justice’s patrol car from the first Smokey film. There’s not a proper Le Mans kit out there, or atleast I haven’t found one yet.

[@rickzinck9326]

Now I have spend money @ model roundup. Thanks Chris. You are always corrupting us guys, LOL

[@hpiguy]

LOL, I'm sure they appreciate your business!

[@SmallADVentures1973]

That’s a very beautiful build, Chris, a beautiful car. Thinking I’m gonna pick me one up to build 😁👍✌️

[@hpiguy]

Go for it!

[@ronroberts2453]

Nice clean build, your color choice is spot on!! Wonderful presentation as always!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@leroybragdon3096]

I would love to see someone park this down town

[@rcpete7055]

Can you please do a short video on installing /gluing in the windscreens. This is the hardest part for me and I end up usually leaving them off or the glue goes frosted and looks terrible.. Please help🙄🙉👍

[@hpiguy]

I've done it in numerous videos. At least 20 or 30 videos if not more. You'll come across it.

[@the_lost_navigator]

30:42 - the music stops to concentrate - bet you were sticking your tongue out slightly, too! ;) PS - the tune - 'Delicate Attention - nice touch, as well. Respect from the Great White North

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@garyparker2969]

Beautiful Color Combos, Sweet Finish 🤗🤗, God Bless.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@calvingifford9442]

Pretty sure I will be picking up at least two for the Stock & Far Out Custom versions!

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@ianmunslow5675]

Classy build Chris , I’ve got to start getting some of these car kits

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@chassegallerie2910]

This look so much like the '65 Pontiac 2+2 I did as a kid, yet, they doesn't seems to be the same molds... Hmm... That confuse me. It's a nice kit. The build is awesome as always.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@kristinstelljes3305]

Short answer, yes, it's the same kit. Originally a Bonneville, molds were altered to make a 2+2 in the '90s. Recently restored back to a Bonneville and includes many parts that were deleted in the '90s.

[@chassegallerie2910]

@@kristinstelljes3305 Besides the parts that had been removed to make the 2+2, what are the differences between the two cars?

[@randyhutcherson5637]

@@chassegallerie2910 In the real world the Catalina and the 2+2 were on the shorter 121 inch wheelbase. The Bonnie was on a 126 inch wheelbase. In those days Pontiac, Olds, and Buick had 2 sizes of full size cars: big and bigger. So, the AMT 2+2 model is incorrect because it is based on a reworked Bonneville kit. The other differences are the fender badges, due to being reworked, and some of the custom parts were left out at the time.

[@chassegallerie2910]

@@randyhutcherson5637 I see. Thanks for the clarification. The 2+2 is still a cool kit to build none the less.

[@jkotva22]

“Ribbed for your excitement!” Love it

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@RETROMV]

That was priceless! Love Chris's sense of humor!

[@danielduncan4420]

You've always done an excellent job on ur builds with this being no exception..... But i really would have liked too see you build this up into the Full custom version would have really looked very nice here

[@hpiguy]

Maybe one day!

[@southern_angel]

Got to get 2 of these

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@artoodiitoo]

These giant american cars are beautiful! I just wish there were some 4-door versions available tho, those were usually even bigger

[@FreeMan-JPLK]

Very nice build! 👏👍

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! 👍

[@brycewalat5321]

I’m going to build this. I want to paint mine in either Pearl Iris or a light yellow…any recommendations for light yellow sprays?

[@derekcrymble9085]

Looks just like my real one .

[@dattniggaoreog1185]

Hey my man Awesome build I love these Bonneville's can I purchase the engine plate seeing that you've built the engine for this? Let me know thanks

[@DrJ262]

It was not fake wood-grain on the dash, it was a thin veneer of real wood.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Chris!

[@DrJ262]

@@hpiguy I know cause we have one my family bought new in 65.

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Great looking build Chris. Love the big Pontiacs.

[@hpiguy]

You and me both!

[@waltereldridge9447]

I know that your line is "build for you " but I was wondering if this model has the 327 engine? The 327 was orange because I owned a drove a 68 Pontiac Parisienne 4 door and it had the orange 327 under the hood. Great model and reminds me my very first car, my 68 Pontiac Parisienne.

[@hpiguy]

The decals say 421, so I did it that way. I'm sure you can paint it orange and tell folks it's a 327. 99.9999% of people will never know.

[@randyhutcherson5637]

The Parisienne was strictly for the Canadian market. To keep costs down they used Chevrolet mechanicals, engines, and transmissions. The U.S. cars had Pontiac engines, which were different shades of blue depending on year. The kit engine could actually be any Pontiac V8 as Pontiac didn't have a small block/big block like other companies, just different bore and stroke. But, it is supposed to represent the top 421 from 1965.

[@devinrussell493]

I've heard that Round2 Models;is retooling & reissuing both the 1/25 scale International Transtar II COE,and the 1/25 48 ft Great Dane dry van trailer ERTL kits,with the vintage style art work on the boxes.I can't wait for those two kits to come out;so I can eventually get my hands on them.I would also like to see the old ERTL 1/25 scale farm & construction equipment kits being retooled & reissued again;kits such as the John Deere 4430 tractor,John Deere farm wagon,John Deere moldboard plow,John Deere 310 backhoe loader,Massey Ferguson 1155 tractor,Massey Ferguson farm wagon,International 1466 tractor,International farm wagon.

[@krazi77]

I remember my brother and I tried to build one of these back in the early 90's I think he was 3 and I was about 8. we tried to brush paint the body with Testors dark blue, and it looked horrible. I think I still have bits and pieces of it in my junk box.

[@justinstaoro2004]

What do you do with all the left over parts you don’t use

[@johnpendleton4158]

Bit of an OT off topic here. I've gotten some models with to scale figures. I the got the Joker mobile with Joker looking like he fits not 1/25 car he came with but a 1/18 car. The other figures I got that came with the models look more to scale. Dudes from Fast a Furious and Bat Man. Just my observation, opinion.

[@jonathangodwin9410]

Looks Sweet!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@jonandrew52]

The extra sidepipes material make it look like it has a goiter.

[@jameswallace7351]

I looked at my grandson for 5 seconds and when I looked back you were brushing the chassis what were you doing and what did you use for some reason I couldn't back the video up

[@Grundag]

#500 Up Many more should be given to this Solid modeling channel. No one is too old that they know everything. New tips and tricks are always appreciated.

[@hpiguy]

I appreciate that!

[@scootosan]

Great model would be cool to buy 3 kits and make each one. Perhaps sometime Kit bash parts from other models to create your own.... whatever.

[@hpiguy]

Heck yeah, build for you and keep having fun. :)

[@RWildekrav66]

Did anyone make a model of the 1973 Pontiac Grand Am ? Always looked but never came across any .

[@RichieCat4223]

How do clean the brush after using Mod Podge ?

[@DL-ry3qg]

Goggle it,that’s my go to!

[@hpiguy]

You just wash it off with water.

[@RichieCat4223]

@@hpiguy Thanks

[@jeffreystpierre6898]

I like it 👍

[@michaelcooke2559]

Nice job on an excellent kit.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@ralphwilliams2396]

Glad u did it stock beautiful color

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@josephculp5774]

Hey Chris, do you have like a "model wall" or something with all the kits you have assembled? I'd love to see your collection and what you do with all of them after the builds and videos are complete.

[@earnierosenow9834]

i was wondering the same thing, does he keep them all, the display wall must be enormous

[@hpiguy]

Nope, I don't display many kits. I make over 100 per year for the show, I'd need a warehouse of wall space.

[@josephculp5774]

@@hpiguy lol that's kinda what I figured lol. Hope they don't just go into the garbage lol. Open a hpiguys model museum lol. Good day sir. Ready for your next build review!!

[@eottoe2001]

When you are doing engine details, could you zoom in a bit closer? TY in advance.

[@modelrailroadingunlimited20]

I know you told in several builds how to remove chrome.. Please tell me one of them so I can watch it again and write it down this time... Thanks

[@hpiguy]

Soak the part in Super Clean, it will fall right off.

[@richardlee1092]

Chris, I could use you help! I went to buy ModPodg and there are 5 different kinds. Which one do you use for your windows. The yellow bottle says it’s a Matt finish is that right? Thanks Rich

[@hpiguy]

Gloss makes the most sense since it's glass, right?

[@richardlee1092]

@@hpiguy yes, that was my thought! Thanks for your help!

[@chrisclinton5424]

Great job! Enjoyed the video!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@lucjanssens543]

Love the color combo, I have to take a note ;)

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@1corycar]

The dumb question of the day - why do you only sand one tire at a time? You could get all four on the socket it seems, and save time?