ALL NEW! 1930 Ford Model A 1/24 Scale Model Kit Build How To Assemble Paint Engine Frame ICM 24050

[@rayrussell6258]

I sat with my mouth open, flabbergasted a lot of the time, as you were building this ICM kit, Chris. This is the way all model kit companies should tool model parts for assembly. The level of realism has been raised by ICM.

[@rubencardenas9384]

My first model is a 57 Bel Air. It’s significant to me because it helped me recover from a dark time in my life. Been building models for 4 years now

[@rickdee67]

Stay strong!

[@phillipdavis3705]

Iam glad you're bettter😊

[@darrelld.paveyjr.1477]

Modeling is very satisfying rewarding and relaxing, I build and weather military kits for my retired friends. Seriously glad to here you stuck to it and are making accomplishments, keep it up!!

[@johnny2times990]

I was 15 years old in 1980 when I first built the tamiya McLaren MP-4B. No clear. Lepage glue. Lost the side mirrors. 😢Now im 58, and during COVID i bought the same kit again after watching your videos. Re build came out much ,much better. It’s sitting in a glass case. I have now built dozens of kits and I’m still enjoying every minute. A huge thank you, Chris for re igniting the passion. ❤ Cheers Chris 🍻 From 🇨🇦 John

[@darrelld.paveyjr.1477]

Modeling is very satisfying rewarding and relaxing, I build and weather military kits for my retired friends and for displaying at VFW Halls. Seriously glad to here you returned and are making accomplishments.

[@stever4181]

My first model was a 1958 Edsel my dad bought me. I was about 7 years old. I did not paint it. About 4 years ago my wife bought me a 1958 Edsel model for Christmas. She knew I always wanted to do that car again but paint it this time. I painted it a 2-tone White over lt green. Hand-painted the dash, textured the carpet, door cards were 3-tone and seats were 2-tone all according to factory specks. I foiled the chrome on the body and door cards and installed plug wires in the engine. I was 67 when I did this. That was 64 years after my dad bought me that first model. I now own a 1937 Plymouth De Luxe 6 and drive it everywhere.

[@SteveLipken]

My first models were Lindberg "Table Top" cars. I don't have them, but I have kept my Hubley/Gabriel Fords, Packards and Chevys.

[@paulreichelt1259]

The Edsel is a great kit that fits together extremely well.

[@ianhoyt2638]

The first model I ever finished was an ambitious project. It was built with some help from my grandfather. It was the AMT 58 Impala kit, the trophy series issue with the blue box from 1964. It got a deep blue metallic paintjob, red crushed velvet interior with swiveling bucket seats from a Ford kit, a 55 Chevy dash board, narrowed rear end to fit the included rubber slicks without cutting the wheel arches, and the most detailed big block I could do at the time. Heater hoses, spark plug wires, fuel lines, you name it I did it all with thread... and the fuel line from the pump to the carburetor was a bent brass carpet nail. It was a fine product of the time. I hevn't gotten around to recreating it. I wish to do it again in the future, but now I have more knowledge on how to do it better. It would be a fun project.

[@disabiledandriding]

When I was a kid, 1970/1980, my dad had a 1965 fast back mustang. He bought me a model and I tried to make it look just like his. Didn't go so well to say the least. I few months ago I bought another 1965 fast back mustang from modal round up and was able to duplicate it to the exact color and interior. Got a picture if you want to see it.

[@GeorgeHoaglund]

My first 33:36 model was a 1955 Chevy Bel Air because it was my first car. scale modeling for me started when I retired at 71. I’m now 74 and love this hobby.

[@Anymouse6980]

That was my dad’s fist car: a 55 Chevy Bel Air, coral (mom said it was pink, dad said it was salmon) and white. Memories, thanks.

[@stculp]

It's comforting to see someone as experienced as you have to repeat steps that did't 'take' the on first try. Glad you did this one, now it's next on my list to build.

[@hpiguy]

We all need those “do-overs” sometimes!

[@ericbyrd-ft3nx]

My first model was the Dodge Little Red Wagon mid engine drag truck when I was about 11 or 12. My dad bought it for me after we watched the real truck race at Detroit Dragway. What an incredible experience! I remember the build didn't go so well. I may have glued the tires on backwards and installed the engine upside down. I'm now over 60 with a lot more modeling experience under my belt. So, I re-purchased the very same model and thought I would would give it another try with hopefully much better results. I've been watching your videos for a while now and have found many of your ideas and tips to be very helpfull.

[@williamfusick6776]

My first model was a ford model t roadster. I won first place at the local hobby shop in Tucson AZ in 1963.

[@brianlewis6926]

Cool I live in Tucson

[@davidgilbert7789]

First kit was an Aurora 1/32 scale "Ram Rod" '32 Ford coupe hot Rod. There kinda rare and pricey now. I was 6 years old and it was .49 cents! First 1/25 scale kit was an AMT 1962 Mercury Meteor. My Dad had just bought a new Meteor and a few weeks later we were at the Seattle World's Fair and we got it at the AMT exhibit the was manned by Bud "The Kat" Anderson himself!

[@brianskeens647]

My first model was a monogram kit my dad bought me of an early ‘30’s Ford pickup truck (hotrod). It was yellow with black fenders and i think a white convertible top. I had watched my brother build a model and I was totally enamored, but he’d scolded me not to touch it. I think my dad recognized my interest and went to our local drug store (in the late 60’s early 70’s drug stores carried model kits and paints) and bought and surprised me with the kit. I remember building it, brush painting it and putting a hundred miles on it rolling it around on the kitchen floor. I’ve never found and rebuilt the kit, but I give my dad 100% credit for introducing me to a hobby I’ve loved my whole life. Dad died a few years ago with dementia but i hope he knew how much I loved him and thanked him for everything he did for me - big and small.

[@biffklg]

My first model was the AMT "Cruisin USA 63 Corvette" I still have pictures of it some 40 years later. I did buy an original issue again and built it as an adult and it did turn out better.

[@outersketcher]

My first model? Jeez. I was 8. It was the 70’s. I believe it was late fifties chevy modified stock drag car. My father helped me. The model was molded in orang plastic. We did NOT paint it. I was thrilled. Played with for about a week till i broke it. Then played with it as a “wreck” for another week or so. I never rebuilt that particular model. But I DID move on to build hundreds of plastic model kits in my life. Cars, planes, trucks, military vehicles, ships. Man it’s been fun.

[@NortheastGun]

I like to build models with a lot of details. Too many times I have been disappointed after buying one and having little to no detail. I watch your videos before I buy them now because you always show what's in the kits. Thank you for putting out these great videos.

[@anthonyozella624]

My first model was an F4-U Corsair .My uncle gave it to me , he was a Marine and served in Korea , it was 1960!

[@StephanusNell]

my first model was a 1980's Honda prelude, I was 23 years old and just got out of the military. The model helped me overcome a lot of post military issues. I have been out of the hobby since mid 90's but I just bought a few to start back up. Definitely going to rebuilt it to see if it would be any easier. love seeing your builds.

[@jonathanseibers3514]

My first model was. 1934 roadster. 15 years ago, I was diagnosed with parkinson's disease.My doctor suggested doing model cars to concentrate my brain to calm the tremors I have roughly fifty five different models that I have put together today. My wife wishes I had a cheaper hobby. But I can almost say that even my wife likes watching your videos. She gets up in the morning and turns your channel on for me and I watch your videos most of the day.

[@robertblackjr7380]

My first model was a 6 wheel van...with matching mini bike!...I've never seen it again....I love watching you tackle these various projects. You inspire me with every video!

[@TheSubcom117]

The first model I can remember building, I was about 9 yrs old around 1966. It was the 1928 Porter from the TV series My Mother the Car. Such car didn't actually exist, the prop car was a merger of several antique cars. My dad helped me build it and started me on model building. As far as I know, it has never been reissued, but occasionally one comes up on eBay.

[@phantom629]

i built my first model when i was a single digit age i think it was a ship, i haven't built a ship model since i got into cars around 10 years old, i started building again about a year ago when i got out of the nursing home. disabled life now have the time to really enjoy these things. been watching you for a couple years now really appreciate all the tips and tricks. and yes i'm building at a much better level now lol

[@garystruthers4691]

Chris, I would love to win that kit. My first model as a kid was a 70 Corvette Stingray convertible. I have rebuilt this kit as an adult, and yes the results were far better. I am also working my way through the MPC series that includes Wild One and Rat Trap. I love the fact that kits I built as a kid are still available today. I rediscovered this hobby during the pandemic as a way to keep my mind occupied and my sanity intact and now I am fully hooked again. Really enjoy your channel and pick up tips along the way.

[@martyoberman2108]

I waited until after I saw Chris' review before deciding whether to buy this kit or not. Mine is being shipped from Poland. See the effect Chris' reviews have on me? Outstanding build and review as usual. Rock on Brother!

[@jasonkakac4737]

my first model was the Monogram snap-tite 55 Chevy. I was about 10 at the time, 54 now, and i have built another since. Very cool channel!

[@deanjernstrom3760]

Awesome. My 1st kit was P.T. 109 Back in 1964. So instead of rebuilding that kit,I built a 1/12 scale P.T. 117. She's 80" long and 21" at the beam. It's totally RC with 3 electric motors.

[@stanleyrussellsr3981]

My first model was 1963 corvette Convertible, with no paints just straight out of the box, built another 1963 corvette a few days ago, and painted and detailed the interior. Much much better

[@pattywilson7554]

First model was a camaro ss built in 1969 I was 8 years old and it was a glue bomb. I just finish a camaro although not a glue bomb it ended up in the closet of shame. You have the best you tube channel on building models and I have watch a lot of builders. Keep it up.

[@donnummi7220]

My first model was the AMT 32 Ford 5 window coupe, the year it came out this was i do believe AMT produced in Three in One format. It had blue hot rod with red and white scallops, and the stock one as cover art, black plastic moulding. I went to Duluth with my mom and dad, and i think it was Walls Dept store, it had a hige stair case to the " motherlode", toys, hobbies, hardware, and furniture, the other floors were basically "junk", food, clothing, appliances, maybe a TV or two. Well i saw the display a mile away, it was a huge model box, of the 32 Ford, and i would climb Everest to have it, me being very rich, i had a 50 ¢ piece in my pocket. So i made my way over to the display and to my chargrin it was massive fort Knox price of 1.50! What to do, hmmmmm i was thaught not to steal, my parents werent anywhere around. So for the very first time i slit the 1/4 " plastic tape. Oh the wonder, the amazement , it was beautifully moulded, and no plastic tires, no sides to put on and it was a hot rod.So i went through the box, and clerk showed up, and said well " young man, the sign says do not open!" So i said my parents are up stairs and im buying this, and i wanted to see if the parts had flash, i lied, back then flash was non existent. So he says, " lets take it to the counter and pay!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh oh, now the jigs up. Calculating quickly, lets see, 1.49, 50¢ that leaves 99¢ , maybe ill find a dollar on the floor on the way to the counter, or maybe somebody will adopt me, closer to the counter, then walking down the stair case was my nights in white satin. I need ninety nine cents pronto. My parents are on their way, and i was trying every stall tactic on the planet, with the clerk. And some how we almost met at the check out. But i arrived first, and laid my solitary "gold", coin on the counter, thinking they didnt notice it wasnt a stack of three. So she goes do you have a dollar, and now i lied, time was of the essence, i said my parents are coming they have my dollar". Ok its mine all mine in moments. So, im standing with dreams what i can make this into all the covers of Hot Rod, Car Craft, Rod and Custom dance threw my head.( The mags then where 5x8, black and white, or perish the thought green and white, i degress. So here i stand looking up at the biggest people inthe world. My model barely at forehead level, what do what to do, the world is now spinning, and gravity is pulling ever stronger,my heart pumping, and i go this is my Mom and Dad, Bill and Irene, politeness is the key now, they have the goldengoose. So my dad said youve pick out a toy! The travesty, a toy how humiluating, its a model car a 32 Ford, and i did a commercial for AMT, well let the lady bag it up, well im a dollar short, i was robbed at gunpoint on the way to the counter, only people who watched Dragnet or Car 54 Where are You, would believe that. So to make a long story short or longer, i got my first model, i built the drag version,then the 40 Coupe Sedan, 32 Roadster, basically supporting AMT, and thats the truth, im 75.

[@richardlee1092]

That looks like a great kit! My first kit was for my 8th birthday, it was a AMT 1959 Buick craftsman series . Built right out of the box, scallop decals all the mirrors spotlights antenna you name it. No paint! Haven’t built one as an adult since it would’ve a collectible I’ve not seen anywhere. Thanks for the review. 😎

[@r.a.monigold9789]

Ford's 3rd company to make cars was Ford Motor Company. Famous for breaking the Seldon Car Patent that charged for EVERY car made in America. Henry named his first car after the popular style of the day - the Touring car or the "T". Then he built a new factory at an iron ore mine, closed shop for a year and opened with the Model "A". From a load of iron to finised "A" was FIVE hours. This build is epic, Chris. Super build!

[@michaelramsten3194]

My first model was a stegosaurus, around 1966. Got out so the hobby in 69. Back in 2019. Wish I had found Chris then, I miss building cars. I do have a few now.

[@danrosenello4847]

My first built model was Revell’s ‘57 Chevy kit. I built a tribute to it in 2011, and shared the pictures with my brother in law, who had given the kit back in 1978 or so. He has since passed with lung cancer. So that build is #1 in importance among all my kits. I’ve posted pictures of it several times on FB.

[@nickc-dw5tj]

First model was 1966 Mustang in 1966 and again now. Your videos have gotten me to relax and build it my way.

[@jamesdaly5698]

First model was AMT 1964 Buick Wildcat, built in 1964 when I was 8 y/o. (!!) I do have an unbuilt kit of it, but have yet to build it. Thanks, Chris!

[@robertshannon8515]

My first model was the 91 ford dually kit with my dad. I remember it being a glue bomb but played with it. I have rebuilt it and I love it! Love watching your videos!

[@dplouro]

I worked for years in watch toolmaking in Switzerland. Very small parts. And I can tell you, that’s an amazing tool. A work of art.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for sharing!

[@johndicola4229]

First model was amt 40 Ford about 60 years ago. Had to ask my mom for help. Have built at least three more and I have at least two more in waiting, not counting the 39 versions or the sedan deliveries. They now have custom airbrushed nail polish paint jobs minor mods.

[@keithshively843]

I enjoy your videos - I really like the unboxing at the beginning. It's great for reference for knowing if a kit is worth getting or not .My first model kit was the 1962 Aurora Dracula. A Christmas gift from my Mother. I rebuilt it in 1983. And the '83 version is still on my shelf.

[@alexandermoon8883]

My first model was 1957 Chevy Bel Aire which was coincidentally the first car my dad bought when he came to the US from Korea. I was around 8 or 9 years old at the time and couldn’t wait to get my orange tube of Testors model glue and start building the model. I brush painted the entire model with those little Testors paint bottles. It sat on my shelf until my older brother brought home a pack of firecrackers he bought off a kid at school….. we packed that model full of firecrackers and lit the fuse! I’m almost 50 years old now and still building models. I learn something new from every video you post, Chris.

[@CoinSnobz]

My first kit ever was the Revell 1/32 scale P-40E Warhawk. My dad brought it home for me after he got off of work. I built that sucker when I was 4 years old. 42 years later and I'm still building kits. I have yet to rebuild it, but I have it in the stash. The exact same release with the same box art and dark green plastic. I have however built a ton of others from my childhood, just to see what it looked like "done right". Man I love this hobby, great memories.....

[@SeaBeeEd51]

My first model was called a “Silhouette”. It was a futuristic bubble type car. This was back in 1970. I never could find it. I would love to build it again. I’ll keep looking. Keep up the good work.

[@413x398]

There are at least ten Silhouette kits on the Bay right now.

[@SeaBeeEd51]

@@413x398 Tx for the tip. I found it.

[@randalolson3772]

The first model I remember was the mpc snap blazer the yellow one , I loved it so much I brought it with me everywhere one day in an act of pride I put it on the rear window package shelf so everybody could behold that beauty . It melted . I never have rebuilt another one .

[@upatoimodelwerks14]

My first model was done in high school when my friends and I were into old school lowriders (1990’s). Since then I have gotten more than one AMT 1964 Impala SS and always keep one around for nostalgia purposes. Great video per usual, Chris. Thanks!

[@GraniteRidge]

My first model was a peterbilt when I was 15 . I got it for Christmas.

[@mjohansen11]

My first model kit was Monogram's Chevy Street Van back in about 1977. A few years ago I got another one and built it again. Turned out much better this time. LOL 40+ years of model building, still loving it. Thanks Chris for all the model reviews you do, it keeps the excitement alive!!

[@americanpatriot2422]

Great video and presentation

[@PaulReffner]

My first model kit was a Ford Econoline van. I entered it in the local county fair and got 2nd place. I have not built another Ford van, but did build the Dodge Turtle Wax van. I think the Dodge van turned out a bit better than the one I did at 15. Keep up the great work on the channel Chris!

[@bradhunt2155]

My first real model was the "Movin; On" Kenworth semi truck from the TV series with Claude Akins! A long time ago! Just now getting back into the hobby and love your videos! I recently finished the '37 Ford pick up. Used the Sage green and black combo and turned out great. I am in love with that color now!!

[@davindapin1791]

My first model was Tamiya Peugeot 206 Rally Car back in 01. I didn't paint it because the body was already white. Since then I was fascinated and obsessed with scale modeling. Then after couples of other built later, I rebuild and painted it. Watching this build is soo therapeutic with nice BGM, so simple car yet so many parts.

[@maryfiltz800]

These old cars seemed to have a personality all their own. Thanks for another great build.

[@scaleautoguysworkbench]

The first kit that I remember building was a 1937 Cord way back around 1972. I haven't been able to find one like it since or I would definitely build it again.

[@SpeedKing49]

Looks fantastic Chris!! Color is great

[@richhartman6364]

My firdt model kit was a Christmas present in 1958! The Hubley 1930 Ford Model A Roadster. This was a metal kit. Wish I still had this one, but it is long gone.

[@josephdrew2164]

My first model kit was a 1/43 scale 69 Ford Torino. My father picked it up when we were in an old drug store in our hometown of Elkhorn WI. My father was a model builder himself, mostly aircraft . He was a Ford mechanic for most of his life, I've been building models ever since! I have a more recent release of that kit in my stash, someday I'll revisit that memory, down to the same blue it was originally molded in.

[@lkonzla]

Great color combination, as always! Thanks for sharing!

[@J3RC8706]

The first model I built was the monogram 1/35 55 belair, that a few years ago I bought again on eBay, and built with my then 8 year old son, I shot it up with the paint scheme he wanted and I coached him putting it together!! Thanks

[@Anymouse6980]

My first model was an F-4 US Navy Phantom. I was about 9 years old and my dad helped me a lot, including when I messed up the decals. I have built several since and have at least one in my stash waiting to be built. I like watching your skills, the right amount commentary, even the music, and wanting everyone who wants to, to build a model. Keep it going please.

[@broken_AI]

My first model was a Monogram 911 Turbo that my grandfather had found sealed at a yard sale. I plan on building the Revell 911 at some point but I've had other models take priority.

[@dixonhayes7504]

My first model car was the AMT 1959 Chevy El Camino. I'm rebuilding it now.

[@CraigDawson-e8g]

My first model was a 57 chevy snap kit. I was so proud of how it turned out. 40 years later I tried again. I'm sure it came out better but that 11 year old pride didn't change one bit

[@davebriscoe1766]

My first model was the general lee i built in the 70’s with the help from my dad but now as an adult I’ve built many more general lee’s

[@bran626]

My first model car is an amt oldsmobile 442 cutlass that my dad gave me about a year ago. I had to have his help to build the engine. I would love to be able to get this for my dad as a thanks for all he's done for me and as something we can do together.

[@erniemeredith3144]

My favorite was a 57 Chevy Bel Air, which was my 1st car. Powder Blue, Baby Moon hub caps, and roll pleaded seats. I am 73 yrs young and miss it!!

[@cushingpushing]

That looks awesome, great job.

[@grb351]

Very nice color Chris. Seldom seen. My first completed model was the 55 Chevy street machine from Monogram. My actual first model was a Revell Porsche 914/6 that was too difficult for my 6 year old self.

[@Joe6packAmerican]

My first model was a 72 Grand Torino fast back, I think it was a Johan molded in yellow. This was in the mid 70's. I remember this model well because a friend an I made our models into battle bots before that was even a thing. Adding nails and other apparatuses to inflict major damage to them as we sped them toward each other in crash up derby style. This Johan kit was king of the ring not sustaining any damage at all. I've not looked for this model since to do it up right as a display. Thanks for the question though. Brought back some fun memories.

[@darrelld.paveyjr.1477]

Hpiguy, I would not be surprissed if subsequent additions of the piece feature "Steerable Wheels" judging by the length of column and the detail with drag link and tie rod ends. Thank you for your fantastic craftsmanship and pro building tips!!

[@deweyg5377]

I built several snap-tite kits when I was a kid but couldn't tell what the first one was. However, the first memorable model for me was a 1982 Z-28 Camaro in 1/8 scale we picked up when I went to visit my grandma in OK. I was 13 or so. I built that thing while I was there. No paint, just as is. I was so proud of that car and then my 3 yo brother stepped on it and crushed it. I was devastated. I'm not sure how much that model cost then, but it's not cheap now for sure. I just remember how focused and enthralled I was while building. I still get that feeling. One if these days, maybe, I'll get a second shot. Thanks for what you do.

[@johnrocha6212]

My first kit was an old scifi kit that was glow in the dark and I just glued it together w/no paint. It was called the SSC LEIF ERICSON. I was 8 and am 59 now and found the kit on ebay. Loved rebuilding it and this time used all my skills I learned through out the years and I love it..😎🤟

[@barryrece1005]

My first model was a 57 chevy dragster. Im 57 yrs old and still building and never going to give them up

[@mikerobertson2993]

My first model was revell covette I was 8 years ago then I’m 60 now and starting to get back into building models again. But my favorite model to build was the 57 Chevy Bel Air That car has a look no other car has

[@codiesdad717]

I was around nine years old, my dad gave me a Model “A” model for my birthday. He helped me a little but insisted that I build it. I did not paint it but finished it pretty quickly and it looked like something a nine year old would do. That was around 1961 so the memories are a little vague.

[@dblducecreations]

Beautiful job Chris!

[@gregoryperry4824]

The first model I remember was a Revell VW Beetle. I was maybe 5 or 6 so my dad helped me build it. I found one at a contest vendor several years ago and bought it to build a second time. I have not yet built that one though.

[@richsfords2406]

My first model was not a car but a Lindberg (I think) F4U Corsair. The kit had a stand and an electric motor to spin the prop. My dad got it for me around 1980 and I built it without paint. Came out ok with his help. Never tried to build it again. Built planes for a few years then got into cars.

[@acrowe2512]

oh that's a really nice kit. Way to go ICM and excellent build as always HPIguy.

[@anthonyjames7100]

Great Build Chris, awesome model A kit ICM . looks much more refined than other older offerings. Would you guys believe my first car model was a JoHan '64 Cadillac coupe DeVille. I painted it gunmetal grey and put some horrible aftermarket wheels on it. Decades later, after hanging onto this model, I decided that I couldn't afford to replace it, Johan kits are way too spendy these days. So I restored the kit and gave it a second life, it sits proudly in my cabinet in Lime green pearl with an ivory roof, lowered with nice wheels . It looks like a completely different car. Keep up the great work Chris, love your builds, your presentation and enthusiasm. Cheers Anthony.

[@71roadrunner426]

Great looking kit and nice paint set to accompany it.

[@davidhinkson8856]

ICM builds some really beautifully detailed model kits, and it's nice to see one on this channel again. My first model kit was an Airfix 1/72 scale Hawker Hurricane, the second was a Concorde, and the third, which was the first I successfully completed was the small scale Cutty Sark ship. That was some 46 years ago, but I revisited the Hurricane and successfully finished it two years ago, and completed a Concorde kit just a couple of days ago.

[@myesenc]

Great color choice 👍

[@kenbock3453]

My first model was a tugboat. Same as my grandfather worked on many, many years ago. Didn't try to have a do over. Jut the look on his face meant it was perfect, (at least to him).

[@drift1107]

My first kit was a monogram Porsche 911 slant nose! Haven’t tried it again but have definitely improved since that one

[@brianlewis6926]

One of my first models I built that I remember was the revell 55 Chevy with open doors, trunk, and hood, probably late 70's. I built a few of them when I was a ked, then when I was 18 I built it again, I took a 25 year break from the hobby. I picket up one a few years ago but haven't built it yet

[@walterkoeberl5086]

My first model was a 1958 Impala. I even remember my dad taking me to the hobby shop near his work to pick it out. That was in 1959 and that Impala is long gone although I have a Revell 58 Impala now to build. Many models and years ago.

[@davenitsch6094]

Fantastic work there Chris, looks like ,a great model!

[@chassegallerie2910]

My first kit was a Revell/Monogram '66 Shelby 350. Was destroyed by one of my cats. Then I turned it into a nightmare. 'roughly in 2000 I built a 350H which is the same model with different decals. Have another 350, but I wanna kitbash it with a GT convertible to build a 350 convertible.

[@ScaleModelCarBuilder]

Very nice model and build up Chris, they make some nicely molded kits. My first model that I built as a kid was the Monogram 1964 GTO street machine. Thanks for sharing this build.

[@hadilu65]

Hi Chris, this looks great! It's amazing what modern mold making can achieve. The only drawback in my opinion, is the molded in windshield wiper. I think this kit is a must have for me. My first model was a tiny H0 scale chapel from Faller for my model railway. I was 7 or 8 years old at the time. After a few airplane and ship models, I finally stuck with cars

[@johnkerr6826]

Great job as always Chris!

[@garydlrx7thirty855]

Thanks!

[@alanmuzzy222]

I believe it was Barris’ Ala-Kart back in ‘61-‘62. A memorable glue-bomb as a 12 year old. So memorable that I haven’t been willing to give it another go. If I do it will have to be the original ‘61 release

[@swinginclamballs2085]

My first was The Vandal by Monogram when I was 12. I built it again two years ago.

[@hannahripebanana]

My first model was an English Electric Lightning 1/72 that I acquired from the Imperial War Museum in Duxford (uk). I must have been about 8-9. Haven't tried rebuilding it as my interest has swayed towards Vintage Cars and SciFi model kits which helps my Mental Health 😊

[@mikekuczaboski8313]

My first model was the MPC Streaker Vette...and I absolutely have built it again...😊❤

[@freemanb36]

My first, after watching my brothers put kits together for awhile, was the Aurora ME-109 kit molded in a weird red plastic. This was in about 1968 or so. I have not seen one since. I remember that the pilot was split in two with each half molded with the fuselage halves.

[@olliesnead]

Nice kit! My first model was a MPC 1979 Mustang Cobra that I assembled for show-and-tell in first grade (1979). It was definitely a glue bomb!

[@howardheno1628]

My first model was a AMT 64 Mustang. I am currently working on a build up of that kit as I wished I could back then. Also working on a resto of my actual kit from then only customized into a pickup. It is a high detail with kit bash and after market parts. Hope to have it done for the Atlanta show this fall. Thanks for the reviews.

[@christopher22287]

My first model as a CHP 77' Dodge. Have not rebuilt it yet. Planning to buy it sometime soon

[@mattomon1045]

my first Model was a Ton Daniel's Beer Wagon and it help me when dad had a stroke when i was 12 Years old some 52 years ago i have been building cars trains and plains in all scales ever since. yes i built a bedder one by replacing all the chains on the sides with scalr chains and bass wood stakes , and i won a award at a the car show the world of wheels car show in denver back in 1979 .

[@garymcbride2637]

My first model was Apollo 11 Moon Landing. I have rebuilt the Apollo LEM and CSM many times since then as an adult, My latest build of the Apollo build has been by 3D printing out the LEM, CSM and the Rover complete with interior and detailed exterior finishes. The 3D designs were from Vincent Meens and the Astronauts were designed by Ma Grueter. I must say as an adult detail is important to me even though most of the detail gets covered up or can only truly be appreciated by fans of the subject.