Matchbox 1/32 Auto Union Type D car (Full Build)

[@jonathanhudak2059]

When I saw this one pop up, I thought a car?? But now I can see why you built it! Beautiful job on this one Greg and I love how it turned out! I thoroughly enjoyed watching you build this one and redo things like the seat, the grille, the wheels etc, marvelous! Cool subject too 🫡👍

[@thomashaupt79]

tried to build this kit 15 years ago or thereabouts. Nothing fit properly at the end. This kit defeated me big time. Respect!

[@trappenweisseguy27]

I’m not surprised, these kits always gave off vibes of crappiness to me.

[@maxbrandt6]

The mpc Craig Cater IMSA Camero was the one that really pissed me off and I pitched it, *everything* was warped or malformed on that kit so badly it was not worth the effort to correct. I know how you feel.

[@stephenhodges8144]

bit of a spooky one i found out yesterday that my uncle had died, your build was the first kit on my suggestions list He actually did all the drawings for this kit !

[@GregsModels]

WOW!!👍

[@ericbeaton7211]

Hi Greg, I can remember buying this kit back when I was in my early teens. I knew that I never managed to build and complete it. Now I know why ! You have done a really good job with it.

[@fernlenker]

IF this Matchbox Audi Kit, was his whole livetime waiting, knowing that it wil be build by You Greg it will, while waiting to be build, the happiest Kit in the wolrd! =) Matchbox never toled that you need some white extra Plasic and a lott of patience =) Thank's a Lot!

[@sullivanrachael]

Outstanding job Greg. Once again I’m compelled to conclude you now possess one of the best examples of that model kit ever assembled. I never cease to be amazed at the way you pick apart the weakly moulded parts of a kit and scratchbuild your own. Masterful attention to detail whilst never losing sight of the overall result you wish to achieve. A real joy to watch you work. Thank you.

[@GregsModels]

Thank you👍

[@michaelvalenzuela2528]

Surprising amount of detail for a Matchbox kit. Great job, especially working past the shortcomings.

[@GregsModels]

Yes, it opens up all sorts of possibilities for future builds.

[@neilbedford5082]

There is a certain satisfaction from taking an ordinary kit and turning it into something really quite nice - great job

[@chrissharp5073]

A great build. Your attention to detail is outstanding especially getting around some fiddly difficult bits. Well done you.

[@pjb5757]

As a kid from the 70s, i can remember that those Matchbox kits were always difficult but you've done another great job, which is the sign of a great modeller. Great job Greg, best wishes to you from NZ.

[@GregsModels]

Thank you👍😎

[@Samstrainsofficially]

Sitting here thinking to myself "he's only a some wax, some investment powder, a second hand kiln, an induction furnace from ali express and some vacuum gear and scrap brass away from doing himself cast brass details" then I remember how much of a hassle accumulating all that stuff was for my own needs and can only say nah, stick to resin 😂

[@Thejirka64]

Another beautiful painting by Roy Huxley. And a beautiful model kit.Thumbs up!!👍👌

[@fernlenker]

so beautiful build by Greg, even Matchbox could not think of that ? thank you for naming the BoxArt Painter(?) i like those Paintings! such dynamic you could not get with a photo? who was the one painted the Airfix BoxArt?

[@julioichasourrea4863]

Beautiful build of an old, non-easy fitting kit. This is true model-making!

[@bt410382]

i had a chance to see a type c in vw museum. it was amazing. this model turned out as beautiful as well. thank you.

[@coolruehle]

For the age of the kit, it builds into a nice little vehicle

[@BrianSanders-tn7pi]

Hi Greg. Yet again another masterpiece. Watching you build is a great pleasure, your skill and patience is an inspiration. But I don,t think that I will be taking this one on anytime soon. Cheers mate.

[@jeffreyross-zb8cz]

as a recently retired 51 in detroit learning to model your the BEST my brother-BUT, if were only doing 1 vid a month PLEASE stick to big planes!!!

[@JJ-cf7nb]

I think I learn more from watching your problem solving on these old kits than any where else. Lovely build and thanks very much for sharing.

[@steves8482]

Saw your video was out this morning and actually went 'ooooooh' - shows how much we mortals look forward to another offering! Lovely build of an interesting subject - really nice result, even without the strap-on (fnar) - Cheers and thanks for sharing 🇬🇧

[@GregsModels]

If I can put a smile on someone's face my work here is done👍

[@paredding]

Very nice build and just enough detail and fettling to really raise it into a nice model. Will be following your plan for the wheels to remove the chrome and fine sand them

[@gr5535]

Having attempted to build this kit (long ago)and FAILED. Yours is Splendid ⭐⭐⭐⭐👍👍🎩 and I really liked what you did w the grill and wire wheels 😮

[@raymond7880]

Lovely build of a difficult kit. You did an amazing out-of-the-box job!

[@NielsenDK-1]

As far as I remember, the rebox from Revell is without chrome. Thanks for an entertaining and inspiring video. Cheers. ps...You are still a kid, just like the rest of us😄

[@melvynkersley-nc8fx]

Hi! The spoke wheels are always an issue with these scale (and smaller!) kits! they would look like half inch iron bars in full size!! I built the Aston Martin Ulster in this series which had the same issues so I made up a split housing for the hubs and milled the backs of the spokes away about .6 mm deep! It worked quite well but does make the wheel a bit more fragile!! , thanks for a great build with more ideas learnt!!

[@georgethomas9040]

Always amazed by your work with old kits like this. Excellent result, looking forward to see what you build next!

[@GregsModels]

Hopefully the next build will have some homemade 3D resin parts added to it🤞

[@paulmoore6345]

Lovely build. It really helped doing all the extra work on the seats wheels and seat

[@EmilioooYT]

Splendid job from such a crude kit! I like that you show the potential of these kind of kit! What I mean is that you don't spend so much money of after market parts. The simple, quick and ingenious methods and techniques you are using are accessible to any modeler who wishes to improve. Congrats!

[@paulfuchs4002]

Stunning result from the Grand Master Kit Builder!!

[@jeffholt9437]

"Gregory (notice how they use your full name when they're telling you off?!), how dare you waste my entire bottle of 54 pence bleach on your toys!!!!" Hmm, car kits, making my first kit and you're right - absolutely nowhere to hide which is made doubly difficult when the fitting is so poor. Also struggled with the chrome removal - the only thing that worker was Mr Hobby levelling thinner! Love your builds and your sausage rolls- well done on both! 😊

[@t55a2]

I really liked it, good to see something different. The overall shape is nice, for such an old kit.

[@kenhanson1819]

Fantastic build, Greg! It's amazing what you did with that kit.

[@rubenruizdeurrafernandez2430]

Congratulations Greg!!! A great outcome for a dubious kit, I remember doing it as a kid and not finishing, but after watching this video I will try to grab one to repeat.....

[@GregsModels]

Go for it👍

[@Tonys-Hobby-Room]

You made my day as i have that kit and will really enjoy seeing what you do with this one. Like you i am not a car builder on the whole because of the very exacting finishing you need to do.

[@colinritchie1757]

It may have been a struggle but it was worth it - nice job

[@markc7002]

The end result you achieved with this kit is exceptional, never seen it built this well or look this good!! (Special note regarding the spokes and seat!)

[@GregsModels]

Thank you👍

[@Rich77UK]

I built multiple dozens of Airfix as a youngster...i also made quite a few Matchbox models and whilst differing from Airfix i always liked the ruggedness of the Matchbox line. I cant put my finger on it, maybe its nostalgia but even as a kid i loved Matchbox. The 1:76 military Dioramas, 1/32nd aircraft, odd 1/72 models like the Fiat G.91

[@Yves95128]

Hi Greg, it looks beautiful😍 . I have the Bugatti 59 and the Surtees F1 in my stash, I built the Aston Martin Ulster when I was a kid ,I need to build it again, I need that Auto union also but I'll wait ...$80 on ebay☹. I like the (similar) Smer 1/32 kits also, I have the Alfa 159 (almost finished) and the Talbot Lago.Thanks for the video and good continuation👋🏻

[@arrrgee]

That's superb, I doubt there is another out there that looks as refined!

[@JacMADx]

Great job! I have sweat watching you joining two halfs of the car body together :) . The end result is a real beauty.

[@basfinnis]

Lovely job. I completely forgot Matchbox did this. Beautiful 😘

[@AdHocCars]

Great job! I have never seen this kit before! I will definitely take some advice from your video. Thanks for sharing! :)

[@simonworrall7950]

Amazing build, I would have binned it very quickly and got on with the next in the stash.

[@carlomercuri]

Grandissimo lavoro, complimenti!! Devo costruire questo modello, ed il tuo video mi sarà utile. Grazie!!

[@hardnard55]

Excellent work! I have the same kit in my stash and tried building it a few years ago. I ran into many of the issues you did. What ultimately ended my build was finding the front bonnet missing and nowhere to be found. It sits on a shelf, mocking me for thinking I’d get the best of it. I still hold out hope of someday finding the missing part or someone who may have one sitting in a parts box so that I can continue. BTW - love your solution to the wire wheels, I’ll be copying that technique.

[@GregsModels]

Anytime👍

[@gsmdo8836]

Excellent! What a great end of week surprise 🙂

[@tonybourke8212]

Great build Greg ,love the finish and the extra “ stuff” you added 🙏👍

[@davidhinkson8856]

It's commendable all of the work you've put in to fix some of the fit and detail issues of this model, even more so given its relatively small size. However, the level of detail it comes with out of the box is quite impressive.

[@Bossnuggetmodels]

Greg I hope youre learning CAD! I jumped on the bus 6 years ago with f360 and it has changed my whole modeling scope. Upgraded through two printers now and it’s really a whole new world that opens up when you design and print your own parts

[@GregsModels]

Yes, I'm always last in the queue or pick the wrong one😂

[@davegreenwood7575]

Very nicely done, you model very similar to me, although my bloody tremor has put pay to most modelling, all except for very early kits..early 60's. Terrible kits but I remember them as they were...to me, brilliant.

[@paulsmodels]

That's a tight model you built! Hard to believe this came from an old Matchbox kit.

[@GregsModels]

Thank you👍

[@56Gumball]

Top job Greg, and it just goes to show you can make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. 👍🏼

[@TD-Modelisme]

You did an incredible work to improve this poor kit and got finally a true masterpiece. Congrats 👍

[@davidroberts2777]

That build turned out amazing.

[@unqualifiedastronaut6328]

Yet another silk purse, Greg. Superbly executed.

[@bristdav1]

As I’m watching this methinks a 3D printer is on its way eh ? I’m always amazed as to how you resolve the build issues on these older kits. Great work as always.

[@GregsModels]

Thanks again for your support, and yes you're right😎

[@bristdav1]

@@GregsModels more than welcome sir, I’m investing in the same, perhaps this could ( once mastered of course) become a feature piece of your next builds perhaps 👍

[@lotharrenz4621]

oh my! watching someone fiddling with these things makes my fingertips itch... like if I did it myself. I remember when Revell brought out their first model kit of a H0 gauge steam locomotive I gave it a go. but there were countless problems, like the kettle halves being misaligned, especially the sand dome halves on top. I had to cut off half a milimeter each side to make them look round! and 3mm went off the kettle's end to make it fit the cabin, or else I'd have to shave the cabin's opening off into the windows... the drivetrain was so-so, and the best fitting part was the tender. it all looked wronger than the commemorative model railways back when and it eventually went into the bin. if I recall right it was the BR01 machine. I never tried any other railway model kit by Revell; I was cured of this disease. :P but back to your work. it looks great, nicely detailed (though I'd have tried to add the ignition wires, but there), interesting washing, too. I also liked the seat's cushion; riding a racecar back when was hard enough as it were. give that drivers' bottom some release. :) good move with removing the chrome. back mwhen they'd probably not chromed the wheels and other parts; it adds weight, and with the wheels and spokes, it can make the spokes brittle; or so I've heard. considering how they abused these wheels during racing you need all the strength you can have...

[@paulkita]

Oh man what a treat on a Friday. Thanks Greg!

[@eddielane72]

Brilliant work ( as usual!), looks brilliant! Executed to a very high standard. Bravo sir 🎉

[@GregsModels]

Thank you so much 😎

[@modelnut]

Very nostalgic watching this build & like the subtle changes. Also nice to have a change of subject. A joy to watch. Ho ye the universe of 3D printing. Will be a welcome from yourself. Me, I keep looking and thinking shall I, will I, want I? No, for now. Great channel. 😅

[@martinwalton2850]

Cracking vid Greg and another challenging kit. The work on those spokes was masterly. I’m looking forward to some videos about dabbling with resin printers! 😉

[@GregsModels]

Coming soon!

[@dlthomson5287]

You do bring us some very interesting subjects, thanks. I've never seen this kit before but being a Matchbox one I do try staying away from this brand as I have found Matchbox kits don't fir together very well as witnessed by your build. But thanks for persevering with the build. Looking forward to your next one.

[@GregsModels]

Yes, these kits aren't going to win any prizes for fit. The 1/72 Flower Class Corvette and 1/32 Puma bring back bad memories. But Matchbox did have a knack for bringing out some very interesting subjects👍

[@guidor.4161]

Wow, that turned out great! I got that kit 2 or 3 years ago and looked at improving it. I even considered making wire spokes for the wheels! But then couldn't think of a way to make a grille so I ended up doing a "nostalgic" more or less OOB build, leaving the "nostalgic" chromed parts. And yes it is extremely fiddly and bad fitting in parts.

[@troughtonchard]

Another excellent build Greg. But you owe me at least half a cup of tea. Let me explain. I notice a new build vid from your good self, brilliant I thought and busy myself making a nice cup of tea to enjoy whilst watching. Oooh Greg’s building a car, this is rare….sips tea and avidly continue to watch. How’s he going to sort those wheel spokes out I wonder as I take a huge slurp of tea……the words ‘coming from behind’ initiated a huge explosion of tea from mouth and nose. 😂😂Ergo you owe me half a cup of tea. I’ll let you off though as it was such a nice build. Can’t wait for the next one.

[@GregsModels]

😂👍

[@markfleming1605]

Fantastic build and great patience

[@Harry-kw1fy]

enjoyed - proving your versatility, Greg. ..more...

[@Duececoupe]

See, I knew that something, or someone, was missing! Always nice to see a friendly face! You've done the Matchbox Gods proud....again....with this one Greg, bravo, well done! 👍🏻👌🏻👏🏻 Just earlier today, I was looking at my Matchbox 1/48 Skyraider, gonna use it for my first re-scribing jobb....should get interesting! 😅😆😂

[@GregsModels]

The AD-5? If memory serves me right, would make a great build👍

[@edwardvalle4030]

Such a nice presentation and such a nice result. Thanks!

[@melvynkersley-nc8fx]

One mustn’t forget! These cars were racing cars of the day,and weren’t necessarily coach built limousines!!

[@ChristianGurney]

I thought this was well done. The approach to the wire wheels was really out-of-the box thinking, right there with how you handle plane windows. I learn something every episode and the videos make me happy after a long day.

[@GregsModels]

Thank you😎

[@briansmith8079]

Gotta give you credit Greg, never knew you built cars on occasion. Stellar results from far from great kit. 👍 Keep up the wonderful work. By the way, I hope the new place is treating you well.

[@GregsModels]

It's a bumpy ride so far😂😂

[@jonathansteadman7935]

My memory of two colour Matchbox kits were that they went together well. Be it Boeing '30s biplane, green and yellow sprues, or Fury biplane,light blue and light brown sprues , I think they were the first batch of kits about 1973, and the tanks with bases , I thought they were like 1/72 Tamiya. Maybe I just happened to get the well fitting ones, 50 years ago and a 10 year old brain might have skewed memory. Nice job on this car kit after all the manoeuvring plastic.

[@andrewegan1732]

I always remember building the Gloucester Gladiator around 74.

[@markgriffiths6638]

Most modellers would have filled it in the bin. You don’t and made a silk purse out of a sows ear. Enjoyed the build

[@garyjames1346]

Cracking job, I am thoroughly entertained

[@JamesJackson-dq2tj]

Excellent finish Greg!

[@jmc4353]

Mate as always a superb build, well done!!

[@GregsModels]

Cheers David👍

[@jonbuller6149]

Yet another fantastic build of a not so fantastic kit. You've got Matt obsessed with old crap kits now, and he keeps trying to rope me in on them.😂

[@GregsModels]

Cheers Jon, If I have to suffer so does everyone else😂😂

[@ModelkitStuff]

shows what can be done with these old kits, nice job

[@GregsModels]

Yes, these kits need to be shown in the light of day built up. And hopefully to show people, not as old as me, the other side of modelling way back when 😂

[@RaduB.]

It looks like it's supposed to do! 🙂 At this point I can't decide if you really like these older kits or that you simply just have a big stash of them.

[@GregsModels]

I have loads of old kits and they need to see the light of day built up. But I'm getting a bit weary of it😂

[@DutchDaveModels]

Well, you made it fit in the end 😅 I really liked building this Nuvolari red 4. The fit is indeed challenging. I had a slightly different approach in getting it all together but still I think Matchbox made a lovely kit 💥👍💥

[@GregsModels]

They always came up with great subjects👍

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

Beautiful build pal 👌 👍 you certainly made a silk purse out of a pigs ear 😂👍

[@SMAZVidoes]

Great to see the master at work.

[@wfp9378]

I am deeply saddened Matchbox ended their kitset manufacturing. They made a valuable contribution, and had they simply down scaled it they could have remained profitable and still be churning out limited runs. I would like to make many of my Matchbox and airfix kits, but knowing they are getting rarer is a real turn off to making them

[@supercharger1958]

Hey oop ! Greg lad plastic weld or it’s real name methylene chloride it comes disguised as tamiya thin cement etc , buy a Ltr glass bottle and use it with 1/2 “ brush and soak the wheel but don’t touch it till it’s dry then do it again until your happy , all plastic gaps in kits can be filled with it if you weld a bit of plastic rod or stretched sprue to the gap then rub it down it’s amazing what you can do with it £8.00 Ltr from Amazon /ebay versus tamiya thin at £5.00 for 200ml is a no brainer …😎

[@maxbrandt6]

Excellent work! That took quite a concentrated effort to make right, these model kits were made not with the scale modeler in mind! You need to be a Swiss watchmaker and automotive engineer as well to correctly build this up, impressive in the end, though.

[@paulmanuse2353]

Old kits back to life!

[@BearBluesBand]

Thanks, Greg. Enjoyed that.

[@fernlenker]

5:07 OH by building more Wheels you could even do the version with 4 Wheels on the rear axle for racing to top of mountain =)

[@sinus2220]

Finally, this made my day sir! Oh, you're gonna be 3d printing parts in the future?

[@bobz1736]

Marvellous build as always and a great vid. 👍

[@scotty6346]

Jeez, i've just realized i have that Matchbox auto union kit in my long forgotten kit stash up in my storage, Best go dig it out! 👍

[@greybeardmodels]

Nice one Greg, you made it look easy 🤔👍

[@GregsModels]

It's all the cursing and throwing tools around the room you don't see 😂

[@greybeardmodels]

@@GregsModels been there and done that 🤣

[@steve1315]

Very nice work sir 👍.

[@kultursender6507]

Hi Greg, very good video and nice old Matchbox-kit 👍👍👍 What kind of chemical-stuff did you use for removing the chrome? Thank you for letting me know!

[@GregsModels]

I used just ordinary house hold bleach.

[@MillwalltheCat]

Nice (but difficult) build. Did you add the bonnet/engine cover release catches in the end?

[@GregsModels]

Yes, in the end. There are several different strap types in photos, one looks like an oversized 'O' ring.

[@istvansom2952]

Great job! Will there be more Matchbox builds?

[@GregsModels]

Probably, I like suffering 😂😂

[@BrianSanders-tn7pi]

Hi Greg. I wonder if I could make a request. Tonight I will be recieving a Frog Shackleton MR.3 and I wonder if you could build of this kit. I need your knowledge and inspiration. I would greatly appreciate it , thanks. Regards.

[@alanmorris8783]

Hey Greg, great build. I think I recall you mentioning wanting to make the Revell Halifax with the Merlin engines but there were issues with the props and radiators. I’m sure I bought the kit and the resin upgrade parts and I’d rather see it getting built than sitting and rotting in my shed. So if I can find the thing, would you like it? No pressure, just let me know and I’ll try to seek it out.

[@GregsModels]

Thanks Alan I will bear that in mind. May I get in touch later on down the line, if that is possible, provided the offer is still there?

[@alanmorris8783]

@@GregsModelssure

[@70053morayfirth]

Why make new tyres? A fascinating vid and another lovely job. The grill looks amazing.

[@GregsModels]

Personal choice, but I made new tyres as it's easier to sand the imperfections and seams on resin.

[@amorfati8084]

Stunning as always 😎

[@renestofregen4048]

Nice one Greg 👌