Volkswagen VW T3 Bus 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build How To Assemble Paint Decal Glass Open Doors

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Volkswagen VW T3 Bus 1/24 Scale Model Kit Build How To Assemble Paint Decal Glass Open Doors 07706 7706 Revell Germany
VW T3 Bus
Level 3
Dimensions: 18.5 x 7.9 x 7.6 cm
Item number 07706
Scale
1:25
Individual parts
77
Discover a piece of automotive history with the VW T3 Bus Model Kit - Realistic details and fun in 1:25 scale!
Get behind the wheel of history with our VW T3 bus model kit. This detailed 1:25 scale kit brings the reliable van, which was produced from 1979 onwards, to your home. With its 77 parts and dimensions of 185 mm in length, 79 mm in width and 76 mm in height, this kit offers an exciting and fun challenge for modelers aged 10 and over.
Scope of delivery:
In addition to the multi-part body and a multi-part engine, the VW T3 bus model kit also contains a movable sliding door for even more realism. In addition, a decal with various license plates (D, GB, F, NL, B, A, CH, I, S, USA) is included to personalize your model. An illustrated, multilingual assembly manual supports you step by step during assembly.
This kit is perfect for all modelers aged 10 and up, from beginners to advanced hobbyists. Whether as an exhibition piece, collector's item or toy, the VW T3 bus model kit offers fun and learning opportunities for everyone.
In addition to the multi-part body and engine, the kit features a movable sliding door that provides an extra level of realism and interactivity. The decals with various international license plates make it possible to customize the model and give it a personal touch.
Background information:
The VW T3 bus, produced from 1979 onwards, was a reliable van that offered many technical innovations and a modern, functional design. With our model kit, you can recreate a piece of this fascinating automotive history yourself and experience a unique piece of German engineering. Immerse yourself in the world of model making and discover the joy of creative design!
The Volkswagen Type 2 (T3) was the third generation of the Volkswagen Transporter and was marketed under various nameplates worldwide - including the Transporter or Caravelle in Europe, T25 in the UK, Microbus and Kombi in South Africa/Brazil/Australia, Kampeerauto in Netherlands, Combi in France and Vanagon in North and South America.[3][4][5]
It was larger, heavier, and more angular in its styling than its predecessor, the T2, but shared the same rear-engine, cab-over design. It was produced in a rear wheel drive version as well as a 4WD version marketed as "Syncro."[6]
The T3 was manufactured in Hannover, Germany from 1979 until 1991.[7] Production of the Syncro (mostly for official use, like postal service or German army) continued until 1992 at Puch in Graz, Austria, where all 4WDs were built. A limited number of 2WD models were also produced at the Graz factory after German production had come to an end. South African production of the T3 continued, for that market only, until 2002.[8][9][10]
The T3 was the final generation of rear-engined Volkswagens.
Porsche created a version called B32 in a limited edition. The van, based on the luxurious Carat model, was equipped with the 231 PS (170 kW) 3.2 liter Carrera engine and was originally developed to support Porsche's testing activities in Algeria. Ten of these were built, with some sold by Porsche to special customers, even having a Porsche VIN.[15] Porsche themselves also used the Porsche-engined bus to transport staff rapidly.[16] Top speed was around 135 mph (217 km/h), although Porsche only claimed 116 mph (187 km/h) to ensure that the numbers could be replicated with nine people in the car and with the air conditioning on full.

[@joemenchaca1326]

Very nice build. You always do a great job.Good old vw vans just don't get trapped behind one going up hill

[@TMMGarage]

I am a real fan of this model, I already have 17 of them. I really like this model. I was very happy when Revell repackaged this version of the Bus because previously only the camper was available and the older editions (from 80s - 90s) cost more.

[@INeeDMyGarageTime]

Man Chris you sure make building look easy and you hand brush with ease . This van came out really good the white walls set it off

[@plastiksurgeon9129]

I have the Camper version of this kit…..I believe it goes all the way back to the early ‘80’s. I’ve never built it, but seeing your video Chris has given me some inspiration. 👍🏾

[@imm311]

Excellent work! This would be perfrct with some mega bloks Ninja Turtle figures that should fit inside. With some paint and mods, this would make a great Ninja turtle party van. God bless you and yours. Praying for you!

[@johngligo4049]

Sweet T3 bus build Chris! Definitely giving myself inspiration to build up mine!

[@edwardnash7411]

I like to see someone do Jo Han models they had some that would be nice to have again just a thought

[@davidparker2259]

Yeah, I think I’m going to need one of these, along with the camper version. Nice job on the build.

[@mikerobertson2993]

Great job Mr Chris’s

[@davidhinkson8856]

I love VW vans! Yes, this particular one has been around for many years in different variants, including one that had UN markings, and there was also a Westfalia Joker camper version, which I would love to see reissued. As usual, great job on this kit and this is another one to add to the list along with the Easy Click "Bay Window" van that came out a couple of years ago. That UK plate on the decal sheet would be inaccurate as registrations ending in E in that format dated back to the late 1960s, long before this particular van came out. It's a pet peeve of mine with Italeri truck kits as well, which always get the UK format wrong regardless of the age of the truck.

[@r.a.monigold9789]

I'm 78 and 10 years ago I handed over my set of keys to my son for our Vanagon Service Center. We put it together 10 years previous to that. It remains a going concern run by my son. I moved to an off grid solar install shop. I'll build this Vanagon and send it his way. Nice Father's Day video, Chris. It's a memory flogger for me - we had some fun times at that shop. I dig your take on this kit - very nice build. Thanks for sharing!

[@imm311]

What a great idea. God bless! Praying for you and yours.

[@Anymouse6980]

Great job. I’d like to see your future builds

[@phantom629]

Revell also makes a 07344 camper van of this kit as well as several of the t2 type vans. my uncle had one for years

[@JimFlanagan4206]

I built the camper version of this kit about a year ago. It had been in my stash over 20 years. It's a bit fiddly but turned out pretty good in the end.

[@Reset317]

Great unbox review & build 😀👍🏻👏

[@martyoberman2108]

That kit came out in a few versions, including a pop-up camper version which I have. Still haven't built it yet but this video might give me some incentive to do so. As usual Chris, outstanding build and review. Rock on Brother!

[@jsonnenberg320]

wow nice

[@doublenickelbob]

Great video Chris, keep em coming, I'll keep watching.

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

That is a cool kit . I remember being a kid and walking thru junkyards, these V W buses were everywhere! No joke , and V W Bugs , everywhere. Cool kit and video . Drilled holes nice . Mike 😊

[@timryan1785]

Looking forward to this build!

[@maryfiltz800]

I would have loved to have one of those, when they first came out. Thanks for the build, looks great.

[@openexhaustmodels5139]

Very cool mate👍

[@johnjong9182]

Very cool kit. A big potencial for several kind of customizations. I do really love it.

[@jasonbommer8570]

It is the bus from magnum pi

[@JosephPercel]

The new VW Bus is coming back!

[@orlandoclark8062]

Interesting model!

[@DarksouIjah]

Great job

[@cushingpushing]

Great job Chris, it looks awesome.

[@landonjr5063]

This remains me of little miss sunshine

[@michaelcooke2559]

Nice build of a very neat kit. Excellent work with all of the details. Thanks for sharing.

[@Sarah-JaneR32]

According to Scalemates it traces back to 1982, the Magnum version was the second of the model to be released

[@clifftrimble2616]

Reminds me our shuttle van we had at our missile site in Northern Greece, 1981-82.. it came to us brand new in dark green but our site commander thought it stood out... so he had a local guy paint in brown and yellow with silver hub caps.. looked like a hot dog!! I remember one day someone got off and opened the side door too far and it came off!! Lucky we had a full load of guys we got it back on...

[@kaefergarage]

You are right. Basically it is the vanagon (camper). The Magnum P.I. hit the market right after the Camper. It is the old bus in a new box with the wrong scale on it. In reality the meassures are scaled in 1/24. There was never a 1/25 by Revell or either on the market ;) The T3 came into the market 1982 in the US and Germany. There was never a chrome tree. The trees are still the same. Nothing changed. Take a look to the lettering of the logo on the rear hatch (Vanagon) or the side markers. All hints for the US mold (no differents to the German issue at all)

[@TMMGarage]

Only the tires have changed because the tires from the 80's have Firestone lettering and also have "Made in Japan" written on them. Apparently, because of copyright, Revell made new tires.

[@user-ol6zr1de2g]

It magnum pi island Hopper

[@user-mm3cm6fi5e]

Out standing kit I like it

[@stephensanderlin2884]

I do remember someone building a corvair pickup out of a vw kit early SAE magazine?

[@chassegallerie2910]

Guess it's really that old tool, as Revell Germany doesn't state it's new tooling or anything on the page for that kit. Nice build.

[@nlpnt]

One flaw with the decal sheet is the license plates are 1960s rather than 1980s - this is particularly noticeable with the white-on-black UK, Italy and Florida ones all of which were obsolete by the time the T3 came along.

[@ericterry5025]

I have to assume this is the RoG version of the bus that will be the movie licensed "Stranger Things" version from Revell USA

[@markkuhn1297]

Another great video. Do you ever use an airbrush or can rattle cans do the job all the way?

[@juancarlossolismorones7565]

Hola Amigo, Excelente trabajo, que pegamento es el de la botellita roja?

[@Giorgiopilares]

yes. is exactly the old vanagon Kit. Ambulance and Magnum p.i Kit all parts are the same 80s Kit

[@ronaldgreen5292]

Must be some, modern quick setting glue you are using 🤔 The old, Testor's glue, seemed to take forever to mend, and set. Was also a little messy as well!

[@markmccormack635]

Try using Revell glue

[@martyoberman2108]

Chris uses Plastruct Bondene for his non-painted parts, excluding clear parts.

[@richardlee1092]

Was it released earlier with a camper version? Thanks for the review!

[@markmccormack635]

Yes it has can't remember what the Revell code number is but I seen it in my local model shop.

[@richardlee1092]

@@markmccormack635 Thanks Mark for your reply!

[@3Dsjk]

Is this the same kit that will be in the Stranger Things Surfer Boy Pizza van kit?

[@TMMGarage]

Yes, but it is not yet known what new parts Revell will add to this set.

[@nlpnt]

Does this still have the too-soft vinyl tires from the older issues?

[@TMMGarage]

Unfortunately, no, the tires in the new set are not the same as in the old releases.

[@MCDDC10]

First

[@lynnnordby6924]

The Magnum PI kit was 1/25 scale and this one says 1/24 scale, so probably not the same molding.

[@TMMGarage]

It's just Revell's mistake, or... a marketing ploy... So that someone could think that this is a new tool.

[@ronaldgreen5292]

Really appreciate your modeling experience, but the one and only thing that kinda bugs me is; when you glue the parts together, you don't apply enough glue for the parts to mend!! Put some damn glue on that brush 😤 Otherwise, great job on all your previous builds!!❤💯👍