1981 Chevy Camaro Z28 350 V8 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build How To Assemble Paint Decal Dashboard Trim

[@robertjensen1438]

Thanks for saving me money. I almost bought this kit today. Guess I'll have to get a different one. Thanks for doing these videos. It really helps to see what is inside first.

[@rayrussell6258]

me too

[@sikorskykid]

Me 3

[@georgetaylor5482]

Chris that looks great, Yellow great color choice.

[@grb351]

This is most definitely a reissue from 1981by Revell. It was offered in the CHiPs TV show license as well as a stock Z-28. It is most definitely a Snap kit and said so on those boxes. As far as I can see the only new parts are the awesome decal sheet. Great job making it look nice Chris. I had this kit back in 1981. I will be getting one especially for those great decals.

[@beltfed4624]

You turned a lump of coal into a diamond. Those all plastic tires had me shreiking, I remember those being on some cheap-o models in the late 80's, and make your car skid right off the shelf. You made it look excellent though. 👍🏻

[@ToddHLHG]

My drivers ed class in high school in 1981 had this car in red....It was one year only in drivers ed as some parents didnt like drivers ed being done in a Z/28...It was fun!

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

I have been searching for the ‘81 Z28 recently, so I was quite happy to get notified of this video! My favorite color combo was the dark metallic blue with light blue interior. This is going on my Giftster list for the holidays. Only dislike: tires look over sized for the kit. That’s ok, I’m sure there are aftermarket options out there. Great build Chris as always and thank you for the review!

[@jasonrothgeb6071]

For better wheels and tires, I would recommend the Monogram Monte Carlo SS. It has a set of Goodyear Radial GT's and a chrome set of these same 5 spoke rims. The 1:1's have polished aluminum on the raised edges of the rim wim a cast aluminum look on the rest of the rim. Also, the tires in the earlier releases will have the "Goodyear GT Radial" lettering while the later releases will have smooth sidelines.

[@cheezst8ke]

I had a 1985 Monogram 2117 Midnight Z 1978 Camaro Z/28 3 n 1 Skill Level 2 model kit back in the mid 1980s when I was younger. It was molded in black. The 3 n 1 was a stock version, street version, and dragster version. I built it in the dragster version with the stock Z/28 stripe decals. It was also reissued in 1991 with newer style box art.

[@70sstreetracer]

Thats the one i thought this was when i first see it announced.

[@jondickinson880]

This brings back memories, Z28s, T/As and Vettes snap kits, I've built them all some 40 years back, Keep up the excellent work,

[@massboy11]

You did an insanely beautiful job on that Z28....but those balloon plastic tires, UGH. Another stunning job done!

[@maicoduarte34532]

Hey, hpiguys workshop I would just like to take a quick second to tell you that you have taught me a lot and I would just like to say thank you, I love your work it's just beautiful keep up the good work.

[@PontiacBanker]

Chris, I must complement you on your “eye” for what colors look “right” on what models! Sometimes I get it right, but not near as often as you do!

[@davidl.miller8168]

That turned great for only having less than 40 pieces. Another great video

[@flyingfortressrc1794]

Box art reminds me of the fast times at ridgemont high Z28. Lol

[@_BAD_MERC_]

I got back into model building and even picked up where I left off on one stored in the box for YEARS. What amazes me is the staggering improvement using spray paint like these and leaving out the fiddly little Testors sprays I used before. I have never used primer until now and WOW! Liquid model cement is a game changer and so is a bodyline scribe and panel line accent paint. I got a chrome pen and now the effects are easier to achieve and the effort has been reduced.

[@HaroldVigil-t1w]

You're correct in the engine color. In the mid seventies, engine color began transitioning to GM Corporate Blue and phased out the orange engine blocks.

[@stephenashley8431]

I bought this Kit !! Revell continues to disappoint me !!!

[@daveelliott6230]

GM corporate blue is the correct engine color. That's actually a little light someone probably makes it. I tried to make some. I didn't do very well. Lol Nice job on the kit

[@pacsjeff]

You are correct painting the engine bkue. The last year for orange engines was 1976. Starting in 77 the V8 Chevy engines were blue...

[@rcfoley]

Love the decal sheet.

[@richardneale246]

Looks good Chris. Looking at the kit you wouldn't guess it was a 1981 reissue Snap kit. Nice one.

[@jamessawyer8889]

I'm looking forward to purchasing this kit because I already have an 81 Z28 kit I bought to build like the real one I had, but with this kit, I can use the decals to make the MPC kit look more exact!!

[@michaelcooke2559]

For a snap together kit, it goes together very nicely. You did a great job with the color combination you came up with. Great work as always. Thanks for sharing.

[@SpeedKing49]

Kit turned out great, nice job as always. Looks like a fun kit with just enough detail for a quick build or a beginner. Decal sheet is awesome!

[@J3RC8706]

To be honest, I was disappointed at the lack of detail, when I opened mine, but at least they put awesome decals with it

[@r.a.monigold9789]

It's never about the kit - it's always about the detailing. The trick is to know how much and where. And, Chris, that is the skill that makes you the Styrene Whisperer. Watching you twice weekly over the past several years has been a Master Class in the art of kit building. Thank you "professor of plastics"

[@johngligo4049]

I am impressed with how this Camaro came out Chris! Phenomenal work all the way around! That interior looks fantastic, that yellow pops! Every bit of detail is awesome!

[@PontiacBanker]

Thanks for doing the review for this! I was disappointed to hear this was a “Snap Kit in Real Kit clothing”. However, the decal sheet does look terrific. I am thinking this might be a good one to try to get my 8 year old daughter to build with me.

[@CHB_98]

need a 79 z28 that’s my favorite

[@80CAMZ28]

Monogram made the most accurate 1979 Camaro Z28. See if you can find one. You won't be disappointed. 👍🏼

[@michaelupton3107]

Pretty sharp looking Z28 Camaro, this second generation & the third generation are my favorite body styled F-Body & I'm thinking that this maybe a Testors model kit re-released as a Revell/Monogram model kit😊❤👍

[@myesenc]

I just bought this kit today at Hobby Lobby

[@aaronlancaster195]

I had the snap version as a kid in the 80s. It was bad back then, lol. The body looks like it was raided from a Trans Am kit at some point. With the cost of kits nowadays I can't say I'd buy this one. As bad as it is, you did a fine job making it look good.

[@isabellalal2529]

Bad on Revell, the wheel well openings, front seats, dash & steering wheel are from a Trans am. Love the decal sheet …

[@80CAMZ28]

The kit came out great for a Revell model. Just a FYI: Monogram made the most accurate looking Camaro Z28 which was the 1979 Z.

[@jarialshurfield5696]

Chris can take my least favorite TYPE of kit and make it look like a show piece. Love the color on it Chris.

[@TwoAMBlacktop]

Amazingly, I bought this at Hobby Lobby this last week.

[@MainahTony]

those tires look good better then i figured they would

[@derrellreynolds6226]

Very nice 👌. Thank you for sharing. 👍

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

As lonf as it is appropriately priced its a winner. I can see myself stuffing the AMT 70 chassis under it. Or how about the 66 Pro Street chassis? The decal sheet and great body are its only redeeming features for more serious builders. I see serious potential.

[@kennybacchus4305]

Like 1981 chevy camaro muscle car

[@bskor9722]

Great job on this kit as usual! Theres nothing wrong with snap kits! They're actually easier to put together so you enjoy yourself more. Just because they're snap doesnt mean you cant put glue on them either. I just put together a super simple snap space shuttle kit. I put glue on key points just to insure strength. It looks great hanging from my ceiling! Only took about half hour to put together and satisfied the build bug! I like the "t"top tinting technique you used. Always enjoy your videos!😁👍

[@BIGJIM1934]

I really like your videos but I think the end result would be better if you snapped the mirrors and fender scoops in and glued them in from the back side.

[@doublenickelbob]

Great video Chris. Keep em coming and I'll keep watching.

[@13Dixiefried]

The irony I just brought this kit at hobby lobby for 40% off lol. I’m gonna paint mine Deja Blue.

[@Merylstreep1949]

Yeah funny that unlike Round2 re issuing an old kit Revell didn't do much and in fact front and rear sway bars are missing lol

[@goldenmanuever1176]

Man that is sweet. When it's available I'll be all over that like flies on a pile of you know what. The boxart is incredible.

[@johnberry2366]

You can try to glue another engine with out the oil pan and glue it right on top. Grab some rubber tires and wheels from another kit. Use your imagination. Then paint it a really cool color. Lots of possibilities.

[@funken079]

I saw this in Hobby Lobby the other day.

[@maryfiltz800]

Nice build again, as usual. Thanks.

[@davidhinkson8856]

This reminds me of a Testors badged 1978 or 1980 Camaro snap together kit I built back in 1997. If I remember correctly I saw Lindberg logos somewhere on it. There was a 1980 Firebird "sister" kit to it I saw built on Model Car Videos a few months ago. Don't think this is the same kit but very similar, and with quite a bit of work it can come out pretty nice as shown here. Love the comprehensive decal sheet - the choices of stripes and it removes the drama of having to paint the taillights. Interesting color choice - yellow is always difficult for me. Just completed Revell's Fox body Mustang and the paint job came out so rough I decided to have it as a weathered car!

[@NewMexico67]

Firebird Trans-Am body with Camaro front and rear body valances and hood. They cut a lot of corners on this mold for sure.

[@M0UNTAINEER]

Looks real nice considering so few parts. I've done cars with nearly that many parts in the motor 😝

[@kevincollins8406]

I’d buy it cause I’m a modifier and with all the spare parts I have I could make it look nice

[@70sstreetracer]

Good to see more old kits re-issued that havent been around for a long time. I dont remember seeing this first time round (uk).

[@robertasavoy8657]

Looks Absolutely Awesome

[@craigwellsjr3968]

Very cool! Very well done.

[@davesmith3565]

I see one neat advantage to those tires being molded in white plastic, paint them black remove the paint on the raised areas with either a wet sharpie or just sand a little when dry instant white lettering

[@chrismiddlebrook6646]

I am willing to bet - for advanced modelers - that the more detailed guts of the 77 Trans Am kit can be blended in and they can fit in this body.

[@bobpratt8224]

Thanks for the review...been looking forward too this kit! Big disappointment with Revell on this one..likely not on my want list! Thanks keep the videos comin

[@scaleautoguysworkbench]

I agree that the tires on this kit don't quite look to scale, especially the raised lettering. In the 1:1 cars, the tires were, for the most part, a little lower in profile than these. Other than that it the kit really looks great. Would be a great candidate for a tire swap but that's it.

[@thor1911.]

Wow that car turned out absolutely great great video by the way keep them coming

[@crashandcynder]

"You can't paint snap together models! They're toys!" Hpiguys: HAHA Camaro kit go brrtt!

[@CHixon]

My sister gave me an earlier version of this kit 25 years ago. Haven't opened it. Comes with a matching diecast car in the box. Cant bring myself to open it as she died soon after. Will have to sell it eventually.

[@andyanderson7548]

Looks real nice for a snap kit

[@jakecamp12]

I just bought this at Hobyb Lobby yesterday. At 40% off, only 37 parts is not that bad. Looking forward to building it.

[@rayrussell6258]

at 40% off, I'll get a real kit that has proper part content, and rubber tires. I'm saving 100% not buying this Revell. 😉

[@GreaseMonkey1137]

Quick question I have tried using glosscote and mine is ruining my paint. I’m using enamel paint btw

[@shawnj547]

Awesome job of the Camaro

[@modelcars2978]

Looks great.🤠👍

[@BigSkyModelWorkshop]

The only way this is Skill 4 is if you decide to cut the engine out lol! That said, my 11 year old enjoyed it. I'm looking for the old Monogram version so I can put a resin LT4 in it.

[@scottshaw8821]

Love your show, but do the shackles really need Molotow chrome? More trucks please.

[@PontiacBanker]

Those weren’t shackles, they were supposed to represent chrome exhaust tips.

[@rickhenson660]

I seen it at hobby lobby a few days ago! I also always look at parts count, but all their new kits were nearly $40! So, for what it is, and how much it cost I couldn't see purchasing it!

[@batmakko]

Wait for their 40% off makes it right around $20. I got one the other day. I'm modifying filled the fender vent holes and making it a hard top

[@rayrussell6258]

@@batmakko The 40% off was the same when kits were $30. So it's still a 33% price hike. Just wait, don't foster price hikes that really wind up in places like China. Slow or no sales will bring prices back down. This is a $15 snap kit, fcol. And even THAT got 40% off.

[@tony748748a]

Where can I get a Hobby Knife that thing is amazing.

[@johngrubb1590]

She looks great all I'd do is change the wheels I've got some in my stash that would look so sweet. And in the US Zee28 in the UK Zed28 but saying that who cares not me.👍👍

[@lylebriggs923]

I couldn't see what you used for the window tint can you please tell me Cris

[@dominickpetitt3265]

I like that they brought this kit out. But I hate that it is misrepresented by stating skill 4. and the high cost of it too yet. I will probably wait and find one second hand before buying one at that price

[@davidpeters1508]

Chris thank you for all your videos. You have helped me with how I go about building my models. Do you use a dehydrator to dry your paint? If so at what temp and how long. I do use The same paints you do. Thanks in advance.

[@davidparker2259]

I think GM switched to the blue engines in ‘78, so yours is correct. It is a hideous kit, but it turned out well. Nice job, Chris.

[@johnspangler6579]

77 they went to corporate blue for the gm fleet. Same year they started using various engines from corporate parts bin.

[@jefferyrobertson7520]

1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Become Last Real Muscle Car

[@allenwolfe74]

I love it

[@Milner62]

GM engine blue is correct. The V6 in my 79 El Camino is GM blue, the transition between Chevrolet engine red (correct name for Chevrolet orange) and GM Black was Blue. I think 81 how ever was a cross over year as my 81 Corvette has a Black 350 under the hood.

[@LordRusty5]

No one ever paints the straps that hold the gas tank in place ... I don't know why. They are usually a darker color, usually black or real dark gray in color.

[@jchevy4067]

77 Chevy switched to blue and in 83 they changed to black there were a few blue motors before 77 but it wasn't common

[@thiswaythatwaytrucking]

Wow what can I say another great video don't care what people say about the color of the motor I like the ideas and it always helps to know what I'm getting into building the models thank you so much 😊

[@Merylstreep1949]

This would be a good kit to upgrade the old Monogram 78 Z to a 1980......

[@James-gj9ve]

The decals save this kit but I think I’ll pass on this one. Nice build sir.

[@toolie213]

Is this one of the new revell kits?

[@rogerstickle5935]

👍

[@derektassie1479]

Most of the kit is great those plastic tires are kinda lame to be honest. I'm sure that's a easy fix with something aftermarket or some left over tires from another kit. Great review as always.

[@Rom3_29]

I’ve been looking for that particular kit. Round2 said to made improvements for Z28 kit. That might be AMT kit… That looks nice but not much customizing. My brother had a green 1/4 mile 1979 Z28 that was a monster.

[@davidpayne4315]

Pretty cool stay safe and positive keep up the great work

[@briancarsen6315]

Sometime in the late 1970s chevy engines were painted light blue or corporate blue. I am not super impressed with the plastic in the box per se. I am super impressed with the Dekals tho...might have to get me one! Nice build!

[@clintvanveen3087]

Where can i buy this kit ?

[@davegoose]

I have to say this kit looks like hot trash (for the price). The reason I say that is it is based off a snap kit and doesn't even have rubber tires. I am seeing it on pre-order for $54.99 CAD (about $40 USD). For that price I can get a nice Tamiya kit, for a few bucks more I can get a really nice Tamiya kit. I think re-releasing old kits is great, but one as low parts count as this for this price is outrageous. this should be no more than $19.99. Not a criticism of your build, I think you made it look great. The Yellow really suits it.

[@RaysBlueBasementWorkshop]

Saw this kit at Hobby Lobby today. At $35 plus tax I'll pass.

[@chassegallerie2910]

Chris I did a little tiny research, this is indeed a snap kit, but it started as a Chip police car snap kit. Reminds me SO much of Testors' 81 Firebird Turbo, which was a Lindberg which started as an Airfix kit. I cannot confirm that this kit was an Airfix as well, as the only releases I could find of it are all Revell and they're all 80s releases (till this year's release). But they seriously seems to build in quite similar ways. I agree with your comment on flash. But I still find it annoying none the less. Would've thought that Revell would've also put rubber tires for people that just don't enjoy the two part plastic tires. But that can be easily changed with tires from your parts box.

[@TheHelado36]

Hot Rod magazine once offered kits that were very cheesy looking cars and also came with plastic tires. Always found that a bit strange and not a high quality approach. Saying that I wish I could get one kit like that to see how well can I make it look !

[@AGPullen]

That whole interior is from a Trans Am, not a Camaro. I wonder how hard it would be to transplant an interior from the '79 kit into this and GM didn't really change anything from '79 to '81, aside from one detail on the forward section of the center console in '81. Seats, wheel, dash, doors, all the same for those 4 model years. The only saving grace for this kit seems to be the decal kit, giving you just about every color combo option offered for '80 or '81. There were only a few small details that differ the last 2 years so you could pass this off as either if you did it right.

[@pyromaniac6466]

That's a firebird dash not a Camaro dash lol

[@sydrider6023]

When are we going to get wheels and tires that looks realistic. I can cut buddy panels and reshape them, add an engine from another kit, but the wheels.... you end up using mag wheels from another kit simply to avoid the toyish result and bye bye the stock build....

[@blownmouse]

I was looking forward to this kits release since I own 3 late second gen Camaros until this video. This kits cheesier than a bag of cheetos. The body might be usable on other Camaro kits but that's about it and for what kits are selling for now I'll pass on this one. However for such a bad kit this one turned out pretty nice.

[@jeffyoung8726]

Bitchin' Chris bitchin'!