MPC 1957 Chevy Bel Air 'Spirit of 57' Gasser 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review MPC904

[@barrywise2773]

Truly thankful for Your help .I am a beginner without anyone to help. You are like the big brother I never had.

[@TI4438]

Just added this kit to the stash. It will be a tribute to my late Uncle Greg. We built this same kit forty plus years ago in the guise of the Rock 'n' Roller.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for joining the fun!

[@chrisnelson3144]

"He's more concerned with ETs than impressing the ladies"...I love the backstory you create with your models. I do the same thing and it's part of the fun for me in modeling.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man it's fun!

[@thomasbeck8326]

Oh crap who is this guy. I like your presentation and the models you pick to build. I feel like I can learn a little bit about this one Yoda

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@smokinjoe3117]

I absolutely love this kit. I built one when i was a kid. I just picked up another one and can't wait to get started. Your build turned out great and it shows that you really enjoyed this kit.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Joe!

[@timmitzlaff8960]

I built this car. I left it white using my own decals. It’s one of my favorites now. I don’t trust myself with painting so I ordered some decals specifically for the 57. I fabricated a license plate frame and put a vintage California plate on it too.

[@chrisnix2252]

Thanks for the video finally got my spirit of 57 kiT original issues half built when I got it.I completely re-built it spayed it metal flake green.

[@hpiguy]

I'm glad you took time out of your day to watch and comment! Thanks!

[@bigredc222]

Very cool. Every model I ever built had a glue fingerprint on the glass.

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

So I did the dull coat on the chrome of the Shelby and it turned out really nice! Thanks for the tip!

[@hpiguy]

Very good!

[@michaeljohnson404]

Brings back some good memories of building this as a teenager

[@hpiguy]

Cool!

[@jeremystrickland7767]

Love this kit i had this one and the black one when i was a kid got a whole case of these nice build buddy can't wait to do one myself putting the stock quarter panels in mine going to tub it so the slicks fit under it

[@hpiguy]

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[@andrewmcgibbon9785]

I remember this in black too

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Wow! I built one of those way back in 1978 i believe! Brings back a lot of memories of my youth. Cool build😎👍

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy Anibal!

[@joshbarney275]

I have the original release of this kit from back in the day. The decals are different but what I plan to do is paint it up like a 57 police car with drag racing package. I bought the kit used from a hobby shop that's in the cities.

[@mr.dositmodelcarbuilder9565]

turned, awesome. I, built, that, kit, back, in the early. 70-$. I, just, order, one. looking, forwars, too, build it again. thanks for sharing. take care, an have a great day. thanks. mike.

[@davidking8968]

Hi,yep i built this car in jr high school ,i placed it in my jr high model car contest.if im not mistaken mine was molded in red.ben many moon's ago,great work chris and the tips i love that guys like you are bringing this hobbie back.thanks😀

[@hpiguy]

Very cool, thanks for watching!

[@rickbeam2325]

Yes David King that was one of MPCs Teisdue of this Spirit of 57 box Art In ,75/76 it's Original issue it was molded in White. Mine was on 77 Later yeice teisdued both in Red plastic. One of those had Tresded Rest tires instead of Dlicks but Same width as Dlicks It also Had Deep n zlShsllow Super Nice Detailed Chrome Wire Wheels in the kit. zi was foesspoinyed tiie teiddue Didn't haclve them in it There also was a zBlsck molded zverdion ,' Different box Art that had side pipes that were used at same time as Heades. Those stent in this version either

[@davidking8968]

@@rickbeam2325 oh ok yes,boy sure ben along time ago.it was a fun model to build.i was in 7th grade in 77,i remember looking at all the models in the show cases,and can rember some one had built the 116 scale super charger by mpc.with the gold stripes on it.thanks for the info rick.

[@johnkelley9877]

Outstanding work! The finish is great and I really like the dull coat over the chrome as it gives the chrome a more realistic sheen. Thanks for sharing this.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@TI4438]

Finally got this kit on the bench!

[@johntriglia3947]

I'm building one now. Got a lot of good tips to build it. Thanks.

[@hpiguy]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@subliminalstyrene811]

Gorgeous '57. In my humble opinion, the best looking American car ever !

[@hpiguy]

They have always been an iconic car, yup.

[@kellimeyer288]

I cant WAIT to get my car and what i'll do with this car. simple two tone body from a nice Copper and silver, Black and red interior, Chevy orange engine with white exhausts and lil bit of black parts for the supercharger, kinda wanting to have this guy like he has the car street driven but also very well taken cared of with alot of the chrome still polished and shined to perfection

[@rickbeam2325]

This Was Truly one of Very Few Kits I built As A Teen Box Stock in Practas "Sapphire Blue" Metallic (Testors bought out Practa so Testors still had it Exact Same Mix) I Hand Did all Side trim.in Bright Gold I left it with no Decals As "Street Freak," which was the Fad of the Late 60s & Early 70s. Taking a Once Super Hot Race only Gasser Drag Car n toning it Down with Steeetable Cam n Under Driving the Blower for slightly less outpot but the Extreme Cool Factor Round 2 Has Given us a Truly Awesome Kit Reissue Here !! Even the Beginning Builder Can have a Excellent Result Especially When Care is used for the Flip nose assembly (I asseble it slightly Different on it from how you did n I'd recommend it be done my way for beginner to Ensure nose function ) Round 2 Definitely Heard the Modeler Crowd. They Wanted Those Wheels. I can't Recall Any Other Kit having them. Although they Look Decent they Were not My Favorite Mags but the Nostalgia Factor of It's Great WOW nice Enhanced Decals! Super Nice Flames Thanks to Round 2. If My original "Spirit of 57" First Issue Box Art box Stocker Had those in it A Patterned Set of Tri-Color Foames Would have Been there ! Excellent Clean Build of this kit as you always Do Chris. I like your Twist/Angle on this Build ait's likely different From.how many will build n that is Cool. I Definitely will be Buying 5-6 of These kits they're Super Good of the 70s Era kits this is MPCs Best The weak point of kit was how thin the plastic Rod sections the Front Wheels attached to. Hence mine after Accidental.bump from.my cat fell to Carieted Bedroom floor n the Passenger side Small wheel affixed Rod broke. I couldn't figure way too fix it then so I just made a Ground to frame Spacer Block from.plssyic thread spo n hid it On kass side n made pass side wheel n tire look like it was before it broke n no one noticed it So Impressive how it Looks Finished !

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Rick!

[@r.a.monigold9789]

There's awesome. Then awesome sauce. Well, if awesome sauce had a sauce THIS BUILD would be it. One of those where everything seams to enhance everything else.Very nice build. Thanks for sharing...

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Dude!

[@jonoedwards4195]

These Builds are Addictive! Unreal shows HW.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching the show!

[@MrBMBuilder]

Bought my first car, haven't built it yet but I love the colour and shine you have got onto that kit.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@uberquellen]

Mine is still on the way. You did an outstanding job sir.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Rich!

[@RattleCanShenanigans]

I just picked up this re-release to add to the three or four older releases I have in my stash. Looking forward to building it up next year! You did great work, sir!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@bigbfelts]

This was my first model kit back when it was originally released.I think I was 4.

[@jaym1244]

Love your builds, had to buy this one after watching you, lol. I can't thank you enough, I have learned so much watching your videos. I brush Future floor polish on all my models now, just one of your excellent tips.

[@hpiguy]

Glad I could help

[@od1452]

We had a turquoise 57 Belair in 58. It was a sweet car.

[@TrueNorthModels]

Fantastic build Chris, that would look great sitting beside the MPC 57 Corvette flip nose in my stash. Cheers

[@hpiguy]

You bet it would!

[@chrisnix2252]

Thanks for the video I hope to get one of these 57 flip nose kits. I have made lots of 57 bel-airs.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching and Happy New Year from hpiguys Workshop!

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

Cracking build and review, think i'll go for this kit, i'm over in Scotland though, it's not available over here so will order it from America, get it shipped over with some other goodies.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Dingo!

[@MajorDisappointmentModels]

Thanks Chris. Great job! Now I have to add the Re pops to my stash.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Clay!

[@ronroberts2453]

Excellent build as always Chris! I have been using the Rustolium spray cans and have saved a lot of cash, thanks for sharing that tip. The results are very realistic!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Ron! Yeah they work well in many applications and save time and money.

[@davidpayne4315]

Sweet build Chris I'm loving those drag builds

[@hpiguy]

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[@jimgallagher2979]

This car looks great in a dark red or burgundy too

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@Dumavalko]

All your models are nicely built

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man! facebook.com/hpiguysworkshop

[@garysautobody4644]

I just got this kit cant wait to get started to build it

[@zenoblevinsbigz6665]

Looking good nice car awesome work. 😎

[@BGsModelWorkshop]

Oh yeah, that's the ticket!! Thanks for sharing this build Chris!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Bryan!

[@UncleScorch]

Another mighty fine build chock full of tips we all can use. My favorite channel for model kit building by far!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Jim!

[@bobastu]

Great presentation! I love it! It would be great, in a previous video you mentioned Tim Taylor, if you had a "garage" area, with the extra parts displayed, and the guy "admiring" his work. Great, great job!!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@catnip1ca]

Beautiful job done 2 of these in the 80's only thing I would have done different is paint the B pillar red to make it look like a 2dr sedan ...

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@props-model-shop]

Super-d-duper! Real sharp gasser... Reminds me of the Saturday night races at sunshine speedway!

[@jakedelaymustdie6665]

Hey thanks for the tip! Worked out nicely on my 53 stude.

[@hpiguy]

Glad you liked it!

[@liorof]

Pretty damn beautiful... just a suggestion, spark plug wires, simple detail but they add a ton of character to the engine IMO

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! Yes, I try to just review the kit as box stock so folks have an idea of what it can look like built as it. Sometimes I'll add extra bits.

[@darrellsomers5427]

This is a great kit built it several times

[@hpiguy]

Thank you and thanks for stopping by the channel and watching! facebook.com/hpiguysworkshop

[@andrewluchsinger]

The best part about some of the extra parts such as the exhaust pipes. You can use them on other models. They an be easily molded to fit most car models. I save a lot of the extra parts I find. I always have a use for them later on. Same with the decals. I can use them on another model. Waste not want not.

[@hpiguy]

Very true!

[@andrewluchsinger]

@@hpiguy The 'Parts Box' is one of the modelers best friends.

[@mikebreazeale2563]

Great review Chris...I like this kit a lot. I am sure I will need one or two of them. Build is very nice...well done Chris! Thanks for sharing and I look forward to the next video!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a lot Mike! 1960 Chevrolet Custom pickup with go kart is up next. Already have it in paint.

[@munchkinmodelingman72GAM2]

Ahhh sweet

[@mikebreazeale2563]

Sweet Chris...can't wait to see it...

[@ModelCarMinion]

Sounds like you really enjoyed this build, looks great as a gasser.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@stevenertle2876]

Terrific job my friend thoroughly enjoy your channel do you have a picture of all your models built up I'm sure people have asked you this maybe they have it I'm sorry you're probably being bombarded with it love to see all your models on your shelves

[@Jeffsmodelgarage]

Looks great Chris the wife picked this one up and wrapped it up for Xmas darn it now I really want to open it up lol

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Jeff, now you have time to plan your build!

[@gregtraut8822]

Really enjoy your videos, you painted your headers and then primed them and then gave them a coat of wet primer, don’t understand.

[@HWMedia1]

Found the original kit yesterday at a local consignment shop! Parts were still in the plastic. Paid only 7 dollars too!

[@hpiguy]

Nice, enjoy!

[@charlespalavros5908]

Sweet Build ! Chris

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Charles!

[@t4zalteredrodz905]

Great!!!!! Looks like I have to get an MPC '57 Gasser Kit. I always like Gassers. Everything just seems to meld together, huh, Chris? I like the Flip nose and the inside of the hood without color is a gr8 idea. Another flawless Kit, there Chris. Good build, gr8 model. Wonderful. god Bless, Take care, Be safe, n get that pink slip! Tom, T4, out.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you very much Tom!

[@artmccomeskey738]

you have some mad skills!!!!......be great to see some nice still shots at end of videos to show things off.....keep up the great work

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Art!

[@munchkinmodelingman72GAM2]

beautiful chris, reminiscing on your childhood ? I do believe this one was close to your heart. it turned out amazing. will have to look into getting this one in the future.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Munchkin Man!

[@tylergontzsfordf150dragtru2]

Great kit and great review! I recently got one of these and can't wait to build it.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! Enjoy your kit!

[@genemiller6837]

yup looks good i see this one shares some parts with the 53 ford pickup i wonder which one was made first

[@hpiguy]

Good question for the kit experts Gene!

[@wwkdiecastmore5647]

Awesome, nice street rod, thanks for sharing....Bill

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Bill!

[@maryfiltz800]

Love this car - want to see it racing down the road.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@RJDCR]

from the wish I had it collection....nice one, thanx Robert

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@ronstewart9792]

Sweet drag car, great build. Ron

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Ron!

[@paulhymans2354]

Great build and nicely put together video.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Paul!

[@styrenejunkie73]

Great looking build brother. Really turned out fantastic

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@johnmichaeldrahuca8432]

Could you do a tour of all the kits you have built , that would be cool 😎

[@hpiguy]

You can just to go my channel and scroll down the videos, they are all there to check out. Showing them on shelves wouldn't be any different than the final reveals.

[@Brianthehistorynerd]

Lookin phenomenal Chris nice job as always.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Brian!

[@bigeddie1231]

very nice build for sure i will be getting a few of them kits

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Eddie!

[@jesseortega8598]

That's Awesome! Nice Job on that Bad Boy! What s Beautiful kit.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Jesse!

[@RoscoRide]

Great build, enjoy watching your vids

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Peter!

[@bgw500]

Great build.. Enjoy your videos!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Bevan!

[@tomlappin9657]

Great Build !!! Love all the information provided and products used, getting back in the hobby and have seen these products in the hobby stores much thanks as to how to apply and what there made for ..Excellent Video here I enjoyed it greatly ..I'm sold on this kit and will be my next kit I buy ! / T

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Tom, glad you liked it!

[@michaelmyers3892]

Holy smokes that's a Time Warp I haven't seen this one since late 70's early 80s

[@bruceh1300]

Sweet build, keep them coming

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Bruce!

[@patlagosse]

Do you paint chrome part .....whit metalic silver paint thanks

[@ralphwilliams2396]

Great build

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@maxbrandt6]

Very cool, been a long time since I've seen the Spirit of 57!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! Yeah, I heard it's been some time. Lots of folks happy to see it back out.

[@stevemahalko1146]

Great videos pal !! ONE ? What in the world do you do with all these models ??????? Cars..Godzillas..Pirate Ships...seriously ! That's a bunch of hobby stuff lol ! Trucks...Bull Dozers..sheesh !!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Steve!

[@sammyrussell936]

Wow. What a great job.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@KBCC_Garage]

Always enjoy these builds and your videos. That’s great looking build man!👍🏾

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Clifton!

[@josequintero5476]

Nice job bro!

[@lennymarinello7010]

Another Awesome build! Thank you!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@50goingon15]

Great video! Got to see everything I wanted to see!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@rickzinck9326]

Good review & build up.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Rick!

[@wudbcarmodeller2713]

That's a Kit I really like. Great job,thank you.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@leterguyschroeder4919]

Another great build, great video's

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@andyjones357]

Would like to see all your complete models you got

[@hpiguy]

Every kit built has it's own video on this very channel.

[@ToddHLHG]

Great job my friend!! I love this build

[@chopperbaldwin610]

Wow, that is just amazing, I might have to look into purchasing one of these. Keep up the amazing work and have a grand day.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Chopper!

[@poppaonboard]

Nice build.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@ks1179]

Absolutely love the channel, when you scuff the tires, what do you scuff them with to get that nice haze on them? If sandpaper, what grade? thanks..!

[@hpiguy]

I just use a nail filing emery board from the dollar store.

[@ks1179]

Thanks very much @@hpiguy

[@doncar8263]

Great job! Looks awesome!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Don!

[@jeffnichols9672]

I like 57 chevy it looks good I love it

[@Gunslinger1875]

Beautiful.

[@hpiguy]

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[@evilyenod]

Well done... looks great

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Dwayne!

[@MikeCindyWhite]

Looks awesome buddy, Thanks!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Whitey!

[@jamiesowell]

Hey Chris! Great job as always!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Jamie!

[@27Fan4Ever]

This is a great review and I appreciate the time you took to post it. 2 Questions... Wasn't there a flip nose '57 in a movie in the 70's? I know there were a couple of '55's (American Graffiti, Two Lane Blacktop) but I can't recall what movie had the '57. Also excuse me if I missed it but what do you use for a black wash for grilles? Also a tip- to change the look of kit chrome- spray a light coat of Tamiya "smoke" on them before mounting the tires. It adds depth to the wheels IMO. Also engine parts such as valve covers look better "smoked" IMO. :)

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! I paint the inside of the grills with craft paint 'jet black' and wipe off the excess with q tips. For the rest of the metal washes I usually use Tamiya panel line wash.

[@CycolacFan]

Return to Macon County had a yellow custom '57 but it didn't have a flip nose. There was a black '57 in Roadhouse 66 but that also had a standard hood.

[@garyparker2969]

PaaCHIINNGG !! Beautiful Chris,,I'm Impressed, Thanks for Sharing, God Bless All

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Gary!

[@Toppervision1]

Very very cool Chris! Nice job on that. :)

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Topper!