1978 FORD COURIER MINIVAN MINI TRUCK RANGER 1/25 SCALE MODEL KIT BUILD REVIEW AMT1210 MODELROUNDUP

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A CLASSIC 2-IN-1 KIT FOR EXPERIENCED MODELERS: AMT's 1/25 scale 1978 Ford Courier Minivan is great project for the intermediate model builder who likes pickup trucks or vintage vans. Add it to your collection today!
FEATURE PACKED: The 1978 Ford Courier Minivan kit features pad-printed vinyl tires, tinted window options and customizing parts. Kit also includes expanded decals with many stripe options and Retro Deluxe™ AMT reproduction packaging.
QUICK SPECS: 1/25 Scale. 121 parts. 7" long. Parts molded in white with chrome plastic, clear parts, clear tinted parts, metal axles and black vinyl tires.
Ford Courier is a model nameplate used by Ford since the early 1950s. First used in North America for a sedan delivery, the Courier nameplate has seen use worldwide for multiple types of vehicles. The Courier nameplate was also used by Ford for a series of compact pickup trucks (produced by Mazda) and would also see use by Ford of Europe denoting a Fiesta-based panel van. Ford Brazil used the nameplate for a Fiesta-based coupe utility pickup marketed across Latin America.
During the 2000s, the Courier pickup truck was replaced by the Ranger nameplate (which replaced the Courier in North America for 1983); the Courier panel van was replaced by the Ford Transit Connect in 2002. For 2014, the stand-alone Courier name was withdrawn, but returned as the Transit Courier, the smallest vehicle of the Ford Transit van series.
Beginning in 1977, Ford gave the Courier a fresh look, moving into the more blocky, angular styling that is distinct of 1980s automotive design. In 1979, the base model engine was increased in size to 1.8 L (1,796 cc).
The truck was available with front disc brakes, and a Ford-built 2.3-liter engine option (which was the same as that of the Ford Pinto & Mustang II and Mercury Bobcat & Capri). The key identifying feature of the Courier from the Mazda B-Series was still the singular headlights, although with park and indicator lights placed in the grille starting in '78 ('77s still had the turn signal lights in the bumper). In 1979, the base model was increased in size to 2.0 liter (120.1 CID). The optional Ford 2.3-liter (140 cid) engine was produced in Brazil. The Courier was never available with a diesel engine in the US. However, the 1980 Mazda B2200 was available with the S2, a Perkins-built 4.135 (four-cylinder, 135-cid) 2.2-liter diesel engine, producing 66 hp (49 kW) at 2,100 rpm. This same diesel engine was available in the 1983 and 1984 Ford Rangers, but it was replaced by the Mitsubishi 4D55T 2.3-liter turbodiesel (also used in Mitsubishi's own Mighty Max and the Dodge Ram 50) for the 1985 to 1987 Ford Rangers.
The Courier continued to be sold in North America until 1982 model year. For 1983, Ford introduced its own Ford Ranger to fill its compact truck segment in the United States and Canada, effectively replacing the Courier. However, in other markets (such as Australia), this generation of Couriers continued on until the 1985 model year, when the next generation was introduced. Australian models received a facelift around 1982/1983.
Between 1979 and 1982, a number of electric Ford Couriers were produced. Jet Industries purchased "vehicle gliders" (Ford Courier bodies minus their engines) and put in a series DC motor and lead-acid batteries to produce the Jet Industries ElectraVan 750. These were sold mainly for use as service trucks, generally to local government departments. They had a top speed of about 70 mph (113 km/h), and would go 50 to 60 miles (97 km) on a full charge. A number of these vehicles still exist, usually with upgraded motor control systems and higher-voltage battery packs.

[@mattmccain8492]

I had a real 78 back in my younger days..gonna have to get this one.

[@bradleygill6683]

I had one back in the late 80's all white and light blue inside

[@michaelcroos4713]

I had one of those Couriers, great vehicle.

[@SpeedKing49]

Cool little truck, nice build. My last finished build was a vintage kit Chevy Luv, it was a fun build. Now I want this one.

[@hpiguy]

Go for it!

[@michaelupton3107]

Great build Chris, I used to see these and the Mazda truck that was the same design as this Ford courier back when I was a kid back in the 1980s, very popular compact pickup trucks😊❤👍

[@hpiguy]

Very cool!

[@tilyt]

This was great prep for me! I bought this kit and intend to sand down the logos and turn it into a replica of my 1st vehicle, an '82 mazda B2000. Wish me luck...

[@maryfiltz800]

Sweet little truck - thanks for the build.

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like it!

[@JimFlanagan4206]

Awesome! I believe the Courier was a rebadged Mazda pickup. Years down the line Mazda's B Series truck was a rebadged Ford Ranger.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the info!

[@mattmccain8492]

Yep. I had one of these..was wrecked when I got it..was able to fix it up using parts from Mazdas in the local junkyard.

[@jimmieyoung925]

Yep had a 1980 good little truck just one little quirk with mine if I went to shift to fast the shifter would pop out of the trans got to were i could fix it in 5 minutes in part to replacing the bolts with studs and using wing nuts

[@robertmungo5428]

Right on! Everyone argues with me when I would say that! There is some truth that Japan and us made a great deal of complete trucks as well as parts pieces and components!

[@charliebowman785]

Very sweet cherry red Lil truck. I really love it. Great job Chris. Thank you for sharing.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

Great build always amazing how the black wash makes the build.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@frederickhettesheimer2698]

I built a Ford Courier in the mid seventies with Coors Beer decals the tool box in the bed of the truck was a beer cooler it had a clear piece that fit in that looked like cans of beer and ice. Was a cool kit to build.

[@hpiguy]

Cool, hope they find that mold for the cooler.

[@ii_martinlaw6615]

Awesome! A 70s pickup, this model looks great Chris.

[@hpiguy]

I think so too!

[@davidlees2543]

I've seen sum kit's being made but that little truck is brilliant

[@MrCocg1]

Hey.! Alright..!! Got to comment on the music.. At 19:57 and 26:36 .. Always mellows me out with those tunes.. You have used them for a bit now and never get tired of it.. Who is it? And this vid has some 70's funkie stuff happening.!! Cool watch.. Keep dry.!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@donaldneighbors1575]

Back in '82 I rented a U-Haul cube truck that was based on a Courier. My wife-to-be and I actually had some fun with that little cube truck!

[@travisbrecher3677]

Cool build! Love the mini trucks, and the toons during the build. Going back to mulets, halffros and parachute pants!

[@aldeuchar780]

Love hanging out here on a Sunday with a bottle of wine.Last build was the Tamiya 1300 VW Beetle and starting tomorrow the Revell 1976 Chevy Sport Stepside Pickup. Ordered in from the USA.Looks like a beast!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man, have fun!

[@HellStingOzunit]

I got to get this kit I had a uncle who had this truck wish I could remember what all it looked like I was in elementary school when he had it rip uncle jim

[@southern_angel]

Sweet build grand father to the ranger as we know best truck Ford ever built

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@gregorydegross1949]

Cool little kit might half to get one I get all my car models from model roundup

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@chriscallen6897]

Chris always motivates you to build ! Great job sir.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@tonylantzer390]

I had absolutely zero interest in this kit until I watched this video. Now I must have it! 😂 Love your videos, thanks for sharing! 👍👍

[@aaronvadovic4023]

Same here😄

[@hpiguy]

You are so welcome!

[@paullatour7012]

My first vehicle was a 77 Courier! Drove the wheels of it! Will add this kit to the pile of kits I need to finish.

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@davidjohnmiller4849]

FYI , this Ford Courier is a Mazda . It was designed and built for Ford . Even right up to the Ford Ranger into the 2000’s was a Mazda

[@RestorationAustralia]

Very nice model well done.

[@ricks69z28]

Great looking little pickup, thanks for sharing. Rick 😎✌️

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Great looking truck. Thanks for sharing Chris.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@classicstangbrn8964]

Great build, had a 78 back in the day, did a 289 v8 swap, love to build that model that way like my old truck.

[@hpiguy]

Very cool!

[@mattmccain8492]

I had a 78 as well..I should have done a V8 swap instead of selling it when the 4 banger wore out....but I was a clueless kid and didn't know that was possible at the time.

[@wranglercody8422]

I’m a nerd for old trucks and 4x4s, especially the chromed out 80s stuff. I’m gonna have to do some “modifications “ to the suspension with a lighter to make it look off-road ready.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks and Happy New Year to you!

[@crashandcynder]

i miss tiny trucks

[@hpiguy]

Me too!

[@mr.e1944]

Great build. I always sand my tires, but never thought of putting them on a socket in the drill that matched the inner diameter of the tire. I am going to do that from now on! Thanks!

[@hpiguy]

Glad I could help!

[@mr.e1944]

@@hpiguy Me too! Thanks

[@davidhinkson8856]

Great companion piece for the Chevy Luv and the older Hilux. Those early mini trucks were so basic compared to what's available now.

[@hpiguy]

Very true!

[@shealaking8557]

Your comments about "model bloat" are on point. A late 1990's GMC Sierra looks like a mini truck parked beside my '17 F-150. A new Colorado parked beside that same Sierra is the exact same size. Anyway, great build and great looking kit!🙂

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@timlevy267]

really nice job.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@garyparker2969]

WOWSERZ CHRIS !!! What a little Gem , I Really Like it. Thanks For Sharing n Have a Blessed Wknd Sir.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@lemateurfou]

I love pick-up trucks and this one is very nice. Very good job again and again but I don't get enough 👍😉

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like them!

[@troystahnke6441]

Awesome build Chris!! My Dad had an EXACT replica of ur build of this truck that he use to drive back then! Right down to the same color of the body! Only difference was my Dad had the hubcaps on his not aluminum rims. Again, awesome build my friend 😊

[@hpiguy]

Very cool!

[@TI4438]

That's a great looking truck.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@samuelvasquez8170]

Cool

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Sam!

[@kdryan21]

Get to the Toppa!

[@hpiguy]

LOL

[@413x398]

Useless trivia: Trucks with 6-foot beds were visually ID'd by three factory "cleats" or stanchions on each side of the bed. 7-foot beds had four cleats per side. The small round badge in the grille said "2.3" and denoted the use of the 2300cc 88-horse engine. No badge there for the standard 2000cc 77-horse. Nice build. Mine was the same color you selected.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@MrModelworx]

Nice work as always bud, they had trucks like those other here badged as Mazdas.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Gary, yeah, they did the same here for decades, same truck, two different names.

[@13Dixiefried]

That was a good color to compliment the graphics on the side. I'm gonna need go get me one or two or three 😜

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@Gene1969]

Great job on the build as always. You make it look so easy! When AMT had the flare side version back in the day, I had such a hard time assembling the bed, I almost gave up. I don't feel so bad about my paint on the Porsche Tractor I'm working on (Thanks to your review) our humidity is through the roof right now in Florida. You're right about the compact trucks being away. Luckily they are kinda coming back. Check out the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. They're crewcab unibodies, but they have the same spirit as the old trucks. I wouldn't be surprised if someone makes model versions of them soon.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Gene!

[@charlesmcclure5994]

Awesome looking build Chris it looks like you could build a all sorts of variants with that kit I'd have to get two or three of them 👍👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@sinloc63]

Looks great

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@stephenhudson6543]

My truck just got down off the lift adding new tires not scuffed up yet still with the sticker

[@gregmaggielipscomb9246]

Nice work, Ford used the B2000 series with a Brazilian built 2300 Ford engine. I had a few of these over the years and they were a better truck that the Ford ranger which I have had as well. T/Y and Happy New Year 2022!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@josh-dl3zi]

Hi man I love your videos I just got a 82 GMC one

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@JohnDoe-ho7pd]

That really looks good.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@DaveMcFly]

Fun fact the optional wheels are the same Vector turbine wheels used on the General Lee. so if you ever want to do a detailed accurate Lee use those instead of the kit supplied ones. but cause of use of metal axles the only way to use those wheels is if you build the snap together curbside version geared to younger builders but those wheels would go a LONG way to make that version of the general 'pop'.

[@hpiguy]

Cool!

[@richardlee1092]

Great result Chris! I really like the way the grill and front clip came out very realistic! Love your work. 🛻

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a bunch!

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

Awesome kit , Awesome build . Great work as always. Your videos are so cool 😎

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Mike1

[@gregorydegross1949]

Now things are getting smaller

[@thynir0665]

Long time fan an finally getting back into modeling because of your videos and doing a hemi under glass as my getting back model. You might be in luck ford has a small truck coming called the maverick an its truly a small odd truck an going to be cheap.

[@hpiguy]

Glad you found the fun again!

[@thynir0665]

The hemi under glass has a special place in my heart I got to meet bob and set in the car an he gave me a spark plug when I was 6 I still have the shit so when I seen the model of the first car I had to have it.

[@p.scha7476]

What a awesome kit! I‘ll grab two of these to bulid stock and custom.Thank you for show the building!👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@RJDCR]

kool

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@buckster2575]

I'm a Chevy guy but i breifly owned one.

[@seanh2390]

very cool build … thanks for posting!

[@hpiguy]

No problem 👍

[@PontiacBanker]

Darn Wisconsin humidity!

[@hpiguy]

Sooo rainy here this year. 4 inches since last night alone. It never stops!

[@PontiacBanker]

Not rainy enough down here near Madison. We were at a 10” annual deficit before the most recent rain. Way too many times when we don’t get rain, but we get humidity. Lately, I am trying to only paint chassis and roll cages, since they don’t need to be so glossy.

[@jimmieyoung925]

It was a Mazda I had a 1980 Ford paid. To build them up until the small ranger came out

[@p71collector]

CB antenna would be about the size of a pool que stick on a real truck!

[@hpiguy]

Pretty much, but that was the best of fine line molding back in the day.

[@p71collector]

@@hpiguy True, any smaller and they would snap off with the slightest touch!

[@alconk7129]

Love it great build! How again to do get that vinyl sheen on the dash? Flat black then clear?

[@hpiguy]

I show it in the painting section, I throw a semi gloss on the primer.

[@modelcars2978]

Another great build, and I couldn't see any problems with the paint. I will be heading your way soon for the Ultimate Street Car Challenge at Road America.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! Have a good time!

[@modelcars2978]

@@hpiguy do you know of any hobby shops in that area I should check out?

[@Plasticbench001]

Outstanding job Chris!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@hunterhusker8321]

What do you do once you take the parts off the tree? Won't there be plastic showing underneath where the connections were? Is it easy to touch up? I am pretty new to the hobby and I was just super curious about why I always see you paint on the tree.

[@aaronvadovic4023]

Great video as always! I wasn't very interested in this kit until I saw your video but now, I'd like to get a couple of them. There's a lot you can do with this kit, custom, commercial, farm, you name it! Thanks again for the great video!

[@hpiguy]

Glad I could help!

[@marklanzilla640]

And for what it's worth, Ford has gone retro with the release of the all new Ford Maverick pickup, a front wheeled drive new version of the old Courier....

[@davidlees2543]

I carnt help wundering wot it would of looked like in my favourite colour whitch is royal blue but it looks fantastic in red like whot you have done her

[@marksimkiw923]

Great build as usual

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@fordboss9275]

Can we see all of your model builds setup on a table in your next video?

[@hpiguy]

There isn't a table big enough to hold hundreds of built kits. Simply look at the channel home page and you'll see all I've built and can watch at your leisure.

[@ianmunslow5675]

Great build Chris

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Ian!

[@charlestreadway6491]

Do you find you get more paint on the model with a can rather than an air brush? Can you do a video painting a model with the air brush? I would like to see that. I'm thinking of getting an air brush.

[@tcj226]

Spray paint lays down a much thicker coat of paint, especially the stuff this guy uses. I can't stand the spray paint from hardware stores for models because of that. It covers up all the details and makes them look that much more like toys. Spray paint made for models, like Tamiya's spray line, sprays much, much finer. But an airbrush is best if you're trying to preserve details. Airbrushing puts down an extremely thin layer of paint.

[@charlestreadway6491]

@@tcj226 I like to keep as much detail on my models as possible. I try and make them as real to life as I can. I spent most of my adult life as a heavy truck and equipment machanic. I do mostly big rigs, but I like the smaller trucks also.

[@aries-3536]

Sir, Your style when it comes to Scale modelling building is amazing. Been around and have never seen anyone with the passion you have. Yes a Guy called PLASMO is another, but he does thing differently. You both are a credit to all Scale Modelers and hope more will see your work and join your fraternity. Dam well done and Love your style.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@aries-3536]

@@hpiguy My utmost pleasure Sir.

[@davidpayne4315]

Very cool

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@davidparker2259]

Came out great, Chris.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@marcosfernandeznanita7150]

Cool little truck, to bad is a Ford 😂 man be I’ll get one

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@sinloc63]

How do you get the clear cite so shiny

[@13Dixiefried]

It's just "pledge revive it" brush it on and walk away lol.

[@rcfoley]

Super nice.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@josh-dl3zi]

It's not here yet though

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@openexhaustmodels5139]

I love watching your videos, another great one mate👍

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like them!

[@brandonb1681]

Nice one Chris. Do you thin or do anything to your Testors Silver? I buy a new bottle and it always looks like grey. I found a nice silver from a company that makes paint for miniatures, but it is expensive. Anyway...TY for the build.

[@13Dixiefried]

Mix and shake it really well, but there can be a bad batch every now and then.

[@hpiguy]

Used right from the bottle as I show on screen.

[@brandonb1681]

@@13Dixiefried Yeah...I went to a larger hobby store that moves more product. The silver was fine.

[@13Dixiefried]

@@brandonb1681 good to hear!

[@richiesspeedshop82]

I just got back into the hobby recently and I been watching vids . But I like your channel alot man. Very descriptive. Fun to watch.and you cover ALOT of kits. I don't know how you can build these things so quick. Takes me weeks to a month to finish one 😄

[@hpiguy]

Welcome aboard!

[@Funsho97]

Cool truck dude!!! I remember seeing these factory sport trucks with the front nerf bars and roll bars. Fun fact, I learned how to operate a 4 speed manual in a 1st gen Chevy Luv!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@johngligo4049]

Excellent build on the Ford Courier pickup Chris! Kinda funny how the increased humidity didn't do your paint job justice, I had the same issue building a kit where I'm at in Las Vegas due to our "Monsoon".

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@ronroberts2453]

Another winner Chris!! Really cool build, dig the color combinations and presentation!! This goes on my next order from Modelroundup, you sold me another kit I didn't know I NEEDED !!

[@hpiguy]

Awesome, thank you!

[@roberthinkle981]

My uncle porky had a Ford courier in baby blue funny story is when he was coming up the road the tv would scramble ocording to my mom Rest In Peace uncle porky

[@hpiguy]

Did he own a bar just outside of Angel Beach? LOL Thanks!

[@dereksmith713]

I have a 99 Mazda truck

[@issacsminicustoms685]

Great build looks awesome I'm new I subbed to ur channel keep up the great work thanks for sharing

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@r.a.monigold9789]

Ford had a real HIT with this truck. And you've got a hit with this kit. All around NICE WORK, Chris. Thank you.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

I think she came out alright Chris, nothing to be ashamed of buddy. Yeah I’m in my basement most of the time, where it’s a lot cooler but even with the daggone humidity lately it still messes with paint jobs, even down here. Bunch of who-hah, oh well, like you I just put several coats of future on and “Wham” a totally different vehicle! Haha! Anyhow, cool buddy, keep on trucking! Pun intended!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@jasonlewis2657]

Another awesome build Chris. Do you use enamel or acrylic craft paints for hand painting?

[@hpiguy]

99% just the acrylic ones.

[@BIGJIM1934]

70's porn music is pretty fitting for a 70's truck build..😜😂

[@jdperrenoud]

Beginner's question: is there a functional reason you prefer CA glue to model glue for so many parts? Is it to minimize paint running, or quick drying, or...?

[@hpiguy]

Model glue won't join painted and chromed parts. CA will, and quickly.

[@davidchinchen3359]

The review was to have the top on.

[@hpiguy]

Says who? You build for you, I build for me. Buy it and build it with the topper. Take care.

[@matthewpage1266]

The ford courier pickup wasn't built by ford it was a Mitsubishi with ford badges

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

The Courier was built by Mazda. The Dodge Ram 50, later D 50 was built by Mitsubishi.

[@matthewpage1266]

@@MikeBrown-ii3pt thanks for that I stand corrected