1970 Pontiac GTO 400 Super Stocker Stock Car 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review MPC939 MPC NASCAR

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SUPER STOCKER SERIES: MPC's 1/25 scale 1970 Pontiac GTO Super Stocker is great project for any experienced modeler who likes super stock racing. Add it to your collection today!
FEATURE PACKED: The 1970 Pontiac GTO Super Stocker kit features roll cage, push bar and 4 extra wide pad-printed racing tires. Kit also includes expanded decal sheet and Retro Deluxe™ AMT reproduction packaging.
QUICK SPECS: 1/25 Scale. 111 parts. Parts molded in white with clear plastic, chrome parts and black vinyl tires. Skill level 2 - Suggested for modelers age 10+ PAINT AND GLUE REQUIRED.
The Pontiac GTO is an automobile that was manufactured by American automaker Pontiac from 1963 to 1974 for the 1964 to 1974 model years, and by GM's subsidiary Holden in Australia for the 2004 to 2006 model years.
The first generation of the GTO is credited as popularizing the muscle car market segment in the 1960s.[2][3] The Pontiac GTO is considered by some to have started the trend with all four domestic automakers offering a variety of competing models.[4][5]
For the 1964 and 1965 model years, the GTO was an optional package on the intermediate-sized Pontiac LeMans. The 1964 GTO vehicle identification number (VIN) started with 82, while the 1965 GTO VIN started with 237. The GTO became a separate model from 1966 to 1971 (VIN 242...). It became an optional package again for the 1972 and 1973 intermediate LeMans. For 1974, the GTO was an optional trim package on the compact-sized Ventura.
The GTO was selected as the Motor Trend Car of the Year in 1968.
The GTO model was revived from 2004 to 2006 model years as a captive import for Pontiac, a left-hand drive version of the Holden Monaro, itself a coupé variant of the Holden Commodore.
The Tempest model line received another facelift for the 1970 model year. Hidden headlights were deleted in favor of four exposed round headlamps outboard of narrower grille openings. The nose retained the protruding vertical prow theme, although it was less prominent. While the standard Tempest and LeMans had chrome grilles, the GTO retained the Endura urethane cover around the headlamps and grille.
The suspension was upgraded with the addition of a rear anti-roll bar, essentially the same bar as used on the Oldsmobile 442 and Buick Gran Sport. The front anti-roll bar was slightly stiffer. The result was a useful reduction in body lean in turns and a modest reduction of understeer.
Another handling-related improvement was optional variable-ratio power steering. Rather than a fixed ratio of 17.5:1, requiring four turns lock-to-lock, the new system varied its ratio from 14.6:1 to 18.9:1, needing 3.5 turns lock-to-lock. Turning diameter was reduced from 40.9 feet (12.5 m) to 37.4 feet (11.4 m).
1970 Pontiac GTO engine
The base engine was unchanged for 1970, but the low-compression economy engine was deleted and the Ram Air III and Ram Air IV remained available, although the latter was now a special-order option.
A new option was Pontiac's 455 HO engine (different from the round-port offerings of the 1971-72 cars), available now that GM had rescinded its earlier ban on intermediates with engines larger than 400 HO. The 455, a long-stroke engine also available in the full-size Pontiac line as well as the Grand Prix. The Pontiac brochure indicated the same 455 installed in the Grand Prix model was rated at 370 horsepower (280 kW). The camshafts used in the Ram Air III and the GTO 455 HO were the same. For example, the manual transmission 455 HO's used the same 288/302 duration cam as the Ram Air III. A functional Ram Air scoop was available. Car and Driver tested a heavily optioned 455, with a four-speed transmission and 3.31 axle and recorded a quarter-mile time of 15.0 seconds with a trap speed of 96.5 mph (155.3 km/h). Car Life test car had the Turbo-Hydramatic 455. Both were about 3 mph (4.8 km/h) slower than a Ram Air III 400 four-speed, although considerably less temperamental: the Ram Air engine idled roughly and was difficult to drive at low speeds. The smaller displacement engine recorded less than 9 mpg‑US (26 L/100 km; 11 mpg‑imp) of gasoline, compared to 10 mpg‑US (24 L/100 km; 12 mpg‑imp)-11 mpg‑US (21 L/100 km; 13 mpg‑imp) for the 455

[@bradfrancis9892]

I've watched several of your videos before, but as a new builder I truly appreciate your repeated saying to "build it as you want". It's easy to get consumed with trying to build it like other people do but hearing this in every video helps. I love your content!

[@harpermotorsports16]

Those headers are called 180-degree headers and I hated them the 1 year we had them on my dirt car! The car sounded like an angry vacuum cleaner LOL.......very unique exhaust sound for sure! Awesome build, I wish they sold those wheels and tires on their own!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the info!

[@harpermotorsports16]

@Randall Johnson mine didn't go through the car, they went out under the right side.....thankfully! 🤣

[@TN-Vols-Fan]

I like the sound of the 180 degree headers.

[@harpermotorsports16]

@@TN-Vols-Fan then you must also like the sound of hornets swarming around your ears as well 😂

[@TN-Vols-Fan]

@@harpermotorsports16 Music to my ears!!! Nah, I just like them because they're different. All of my asphalt race cars had regular headers, but some guys had 180's. You're right about the sound!

[@Duececoupe]

Pressed the like button before the video even started, now....that's dedication to the channel, then again....we all know the quality of the work going on here! 😉

[@Duececoupe]

What is that coloured pen that you're using for the seat belts?

[@redcastle12b31]

I do that with every video. I know Chris will wow us every time.

[@hpiguy]

I appreciate that!

[@hpiguy]

Metallic gel pens

[@Duececoupe]

@@hpiguy Thank you very much kiddo....🍻

[@Boamanian]

I'm so happy this kit is coming in the mail later today. Can't wait to build it myself

[@teddyjones8027]

You absolutely KILLED IT BROTHER !!!! Great color choices and some crazy beautiful detail throughout the entire car . GO MPC !!!! Thank you for sharing this builds it's really awesome. Everyone keep yourself and love ones safe and healthy and remember to smile it's suppose to be FUN

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Teddy!

[@veryrancid3128]

Love the quality you get! Stunning work. You have gained a follower and a fan

[@nunyabusiness8887]

Thank you, sir. I am 46 years old, and you reignited my love for models, that I had when I was a kid. I just ordered the 65 Chevelle Modified.

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@dmgscalemodels2825]

I enjoy watching you prep your kits and build them!

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like them!

[@myworldinscale5737]

Ok, Just added this to my must have list. Sweet build

[@streetbike_jpod]

After watching you for a year now, I just noticed you are left handed. That candy pear paint and those headers are badass. Great job as usual Mr. Chris!!

[@hpiguy]

Cool, thanks!

[@pizzamanmodels9989]

Interesting kit, great build. Thank you for the work. Stay safe!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks, you too!

[@garyparker2969]

I'm Blown Away How EASILY IT Went Together Being an MPC Kit & it Looks Awesome Chris. Thanks Again n God Bless All.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@ronroberts2453]

Great craftsmanship Chris, killer color choices!! Excellent presentation!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@josephmullens9084]

Been waiting forever to reissue this kit. Had it when I was a kid back in the 70s

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@skip-o-maticsmodelmania5774]

Sweet job on that GTO. Made sure to catch your video of this kit. Have always wanted to get this one and the reissue really got me excited. Mine has been shipped and should have it in a couple days. I feel like a kid at Christmas waiting for it. Thanks for showing it.

[@hpiguy]

Cool, thanks!

[@dc_modelworks]

Been waiting anxiously for this kit! The 1970 GTO is my favorite muscle car.

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy! Thanks!

[@rcpete7055]

Always love to watch your video before I'm starting my build to give me some ideas and inspiration 👍👍🇬🇧🖖

[@hpiguy]

Glad to hear it!

[@lovepets2781]

MPC ..uh ..I must say I am impressed cause even as a kid I didn't like Mpc less it was of a car I wanted but no one else made. but them. And of couse you did a great job. Man I am still impressed thats a Mpc kit lol.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@travisbrecher3677]

I knew it was a matter of time before you made this build. After the review I was hooked. Going to get one today!! Great build!

[@hpiguy]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@gregblanton9386]

Great build, Awesome!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@stinkybritches9104]

Cool looking kit. Thanks for the vid.

[@hpiguy]

No problem 👍

[@leroybragdon3096]

Awsome build thank you

[@hpiguy]

No problem 👍

[@chrisfloyd4210]

What a amazing job on this kit. Ever color was prefect. I am so very impressed. Can't wait for your next video. Thanks for the great video.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you so much!

[@MikeCindyWhite]

Another super cool race car kit! As always, Thanks for the build and review Chris! 🏁🏁👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@maccustoms2295]

Love the color choices. Great build ad always thanks for sharing. Have a great week.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! You too!

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

Love it the exhaust is so different and wheels look great nice work again!!

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like it!

[@tomt9543]

They called those 180 degree headers. They were all the rage back then!

[@jlcotton19681]

Hi Chris, I love how you do the majority of your painting with rattle cans. Can you do a segment where you show your spray paint collection? I think most of your subs would love to see it as well. Thanks!

[@orbitalair2103]

I thought 1oz acrylic was expensive, but at $8-12 per rattle can these days, I can easily justify an airbrush setup.

[@MarkMeadows90]

He shows his spray paint collection on the hpiguys workshop Facebook page.

[@hpiguy]

Rustoleum costs under $4 can and lasts for a dozen models. No idea where you're paying $8-12 per can. I got the Candy Pear color from a liquidation store for $1.69.

[@hpiguy]

I show how I store them on the FB page but I have no intention of making a video showing spray cans. Thanks!

[@dwaynewatson4279]

Cool color love the dirt track models keep those models coming cant wait thank you for sharing great job Chris

[@hpiguy]

You bet!

[@gatermap]

Awesome video! Top notch work as always.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@jtsmodelworkbench9968]

That kit looks awesome!! Something that's right up my alley!

[@hpiguy]

You and me both!

[@davidpayne4315]

I need to drive that baby around my local dirt track crazy great job Chris

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@mattadams1484]

Look at those metallic flakes fly with that paint job. Great job Chris!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@modelmantstewart1292]

That has to be the most detailed MPC kit I have ever seen great job Chris

[@johnmanley7859]

The Duster 340 MPC kit has a lot of detail too.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@denniscarnahan7670]

Very nice, enjoyed the build.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@SpeedKing49]

Another good looking build, I really like the body color. I will definately be picking up that kit.

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@alextaylor6928]

My favorite one yet! Keep up the dirt track cars!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! Will do!

[@jonathangodwin9410]

Very interesting and unique one for sure. Nice video as always! Looking forward to the next.....

[@hpiguy]

Thank you very much!

[@TN-Vols-Fan]

Someone may have already mentioned this, my apologies if I'm repeating. In the original Super Stocker line up, there was this GTO, a Dick Trickle #99 A&W Mustang and a Don Gregory #7 Jegs Camaro. I built them all when they first were issued. Great models! I hope they reissue all of them in some form

[@chrisboss6875]

Went out and grabbed one of these GTOs after seeing your video Chris. I just finished it. Super fun, unique kit. Hope Round 2 brings out more of these old superstocker molds like the cuda or the stang.

[@hpiguy]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@johnkelley9877]

That is a really impressive model! The detail is fantastic and it looks like a race car. You did an excellent job of assembly and finish and the kit looks really nice. Thanks for sharing this.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a lot John!

[@jeffreysmith3697]

I have never seen the headers come through like that. Pretty cool actually. Another great build man!

[@hpiguy]

Cool, thanks!

[@DumbDrummer2]

Awesome! great job...

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a bunch!

[@dieselman2000]

the original series has a Mustang (Trickle 99),, a Camaro (Jegs #7) and a Chevelle (99). Always one of my favorites model series and built different versions of each. Thanks for the build!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the info!

[@thomreece2436]

I had a Late Model Oval Tracker (75 Camaro) that had 180* headers that routed similar to your GTO Model. It made the interior a little warmer than the Sportsman car I raced for 4 years before the Late Model. I raced from 1977 till 1988 in Central Florida

[@ronstewart9792]

That came out awesome.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@rubencardenas9384]

Great choice of color for the body. Kit looks so cool!!!

[@hpiguy]

I think so too!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Aaaaaa, the ol' GTO Super Stocker kit!!! 👍👍 Nice review & build. That's such a fun kit which makes it a MUST have!!! 👍👍

[@hpiguy]

It sure is!

[@MODELMIND72]

You knocked it out of the park brother!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@RogueExploration]

Great looking build and video

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@troystahnke6441]

Wow!! Unbelievable build there Chris! Love the colors you chose!! The more you build, the more I am going broke...lol😂😂

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@seeds4hobbies]

Sweet looking kit, nice build

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@johngrubb1590]

Love that colour Great work as usual fantastic.👍

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@EHCreative]

The chassis color with the gold paint looked great! Fun build!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a bunch!

[@chrishardy597]

Great build Chris I’ve build one myself now and I just want you to know that I learned how to build watching you when I got back into this hobby again in the last year I love your videos

[@hpiguy]

That is awesome!

[@billp5656]

Awesome job

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@shanes3060]

That thing looks wicked!!! That color is reminiscent of the 1970's hotrods ! Headers are so cool! I want this one!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@shanes3060]

@@hpiguy I finally got this kit and its so fun! your video helped clear up a few minor issues I didn't quite understand in the instructions, thanks again 🙂🙂

[@leroykees1170]

I raced a mud track 66 Checelle with a 454 with headers that exited through the chassie. Very warm car... Nice build.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@tint661]

I really liked this build. I'll be looking for this kit.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@robbshelby9961]

mpc's "super stocker series" was first released in early 70's. there were, I believe, four cars in the series, all built on the same variable wheelbase chassis, the pontiac, a chevelle, a mustang & a barracuda. that particular header set-up kept the exhaust opening on the right side of the body (pretty common on a car that only turned left) & not hanging under the frame. very nice build-up, BTW. love your stuff & would like to see more ICM Model T's. thanx

[@timwayne8942]

Really cool kit

[@brandonb1681]

I love the exhaust. The gold looks nice on the engine.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@dand3975]

When MPC originally released these their was a 1970 or 71 Mustang super stocker also, it used that same chasis. The Mustang was purple and white, A&W sponser , #99 Dick Trickle. That chasis had very good detail, the 180 degree headers were very cool. 3 of the tires were smooth and one was grooved.

[@mattmccain8492]

Wow..that's a nice looking kit..I just might have to build this one.

[@hpiguy]

You should!

[@robertcates4066]

Love this car , your build,

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@hanyoung5454]

great working! your skill and explanstion is so so cool~

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@michaelcooke2559]

Very nice build of a very interesting kit. Nice color choices.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@michaelcooke2559]

@@hpiguy As always, keep up the good work.

[@chrisandnicolepurcell683]

the exhaust was quit common in the it's 180 degree headers and was suppose to add horse power thanks for sharing this awesome build chris

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the info!

[@jeanguy41100]

Another winner my friend,👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the visit!

[@Funsho97]

Really cool car!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@daviddennison4201]

Nice!

[@redcastle12b31]

I need to do this one! Great build brother!

[@hpiguy]

Go for it!

[@timarthur9425]

Great review and build thanks love that Kandy pear be looking for that.peace

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@dennisrivera4513]

Great job! Saludos desde Puerto Rico ;)

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Dennis!

[@southern_angel]

Hey its a gto love it sweet build the stock version would be sweet will definitely get one of these love it

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@quickford]

What a cool kit! I might pick up more than one and put some different bodies on it of my choosing :D

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy! Thanks!

[@seandziewik-1980]

I used this chassis and put a 70 camaro on it, fits perfectly

[@robertraft]

awesome kit.

[@hpiguy]

I think so too!

[@SirDevious1]

That is such a cool looking race car. I really like it! I'm gonna have to risk the wrath of "the other half" to get one. ;)

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@chrisboss6875]

Just saw that Round2 is releasing the MPC Monte Carlo super stocker in Jan '22. Hope to see ya build it soon !

[@hpiguy]

Yes!

[@modelcars2978]

Really cool. Along with a beat up version, I'd like to see you build one as a purpose built show car.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@jimmellons9209]

Nice build. A little tip that I do. Instead of using silver paint on the transmission and other little details, try using your silver Sharpie. Give it a go and see if you like it.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the tips!

[@jimfolkers4425]

I have the test shot of the monte carlo when Dave first came out with them back in the early 2000. The kit was in a series back in the 70s along with the Dick Trickle mustang, the Jegs camaro a chevelle the Monte carlo also a baracuda

[@edwardcox2840]

The cuda was my favorite

[@davidparker2259]

I’d hate to have to adjust the timing on that thing. Very nice build, Chris.

[@hpiguy]

LOL, tad hot! Thanks for joining the fun!

[@jimklette580]

Sweet Don't think I've ever seen a real GTO dirt stock. Very cool .I think it's called deck on race car armor on military vehicle . but to each their own . Cant wait too see that VW bus thats gonna be extra cool . Great job . 77 was our car number

[@r3knynussberger882]

Belive it or not there was a late model driven by jeff fuller or one of his brothers in conn. Mass. Upstate ny area in the 70s they went on to race a couple of cup and truck races. Thats the only one i know of.most of that era where mostly chevelles and camaros

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@rayruggiero5986]

wow i love it.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! 😊

[@harpermotorsports16]

I am about to start this kit......I'm already impressed with the tires! I wish you could buy sets of them individually, they'd be great for making custom dirt cars!

[@hpiguy]

Maybe one day!

[@leefisher.styrenemarine5566]

No I got to buy that kit it looks awesome they call those 180 headers they were commonly used in the '80s

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Damn, to be a MPC kit, I thought it would be crap but not that one, that’s pretty cool, for a MPC. Yeah bud, that exhaust is something else, badass though! Nice job my friend! As always! Peace ✌🏻

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

@@hpiguy - yeah man you’re welcomed brother!

[@charlesmcclure5994]

Great looking build Chris I'm interested now to see what other cars comes out in this series and how many 👍👍

[@hpiguy]

You and me both!

[@sergione2941]

Very nice model, one more.

[@hpiguy]

Many thanks!

[@ole9421]

The Super Stocker Stock Cars just beg for some body battle damage! Would be great to see a few more offered in this line. And to watch you beat 'em up for added character. Great build!

[@hpiguy]

Yup, if they issue more then next one will be dented and a bit track worn, maybe some donuts on those nerf bars.

[@MK356BC]

Love the music.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@3Dsjk]

Try strips of cloth medical tape for header wraps. It has a shiny texture that decently approximates nylon straps, so it also makes for good seatbelts, window nets, tow straps and any numbers of uses. It takes color really well too. I find using different materials has a huge effect on making your models look even better.

[@hpiguy]

Nice tips! For the reviews I try not to add anything but paint in most cases.

[@SLIGHTYSTUPID115]

Great job again please use your 72 Racers Wedge hauler that thing is so awesome for some setup shots at end of your vid when you do these old stock car and modifieds. Thank you again

[@hpiguy]

You got it!

[@bigbow62]

Excellent build Chris ! Love the detail work & those crazy flip up 'n over headers & exhausted system✌😎 That is one bitchin Saturday night ride that any racer would be proud to drive ! Now you gotta look for a good trailer & tow vec. or ramp truck for that baby.... thank you for the video !

[@hpiguy]

The 72 ramp truck I just reviewed will work very well.

[@bigbow62]

@@hpiguy That's true,that ramp truck was sweet... man there are just so many different, cool & unique types of models out there these days ✌😎 Keep the killer models & builds coming... thank you! !

[@bigchef2112]

Great looking build Chris! I’m going to have to pick up 3 of these for all 3 David Pearson Gto’s. Doesn’t matter to me this is modified model.👍👍

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@IamGalvatron]

I’m just so intrigued by that header/exhaust set up. I’d love to know the why’s and how’s to the benefits of setting it up like that. One of your best builds IMO.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@franciscyr2471]

Header are run like that on an asphalt car that is running a frame hight of 3 inches or less.

[@tomt9543]

On real race cars, there would be no floor on the passenger side. That’s why the sheet metal box covers the passenger side area. Helps keep the heat down, and makes it easier to work on things under the car without the floor in the way. Love this build!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinmadmaxfan8132]

Absolutely love your model building can't wait to get this kit

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like it!

[@chassegallerie2910]

nice

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!