Every time I see car's from this era it's like seeing a old friend I grew up with these cars sorry I'm being sentimental. Looking forward to the build love the deep dish steelies thanks for walking down memory lane.

@vortexmodeling

3 жыл бұрын

that's exactly the point of building those pieces of time and history. They make you think and feel certain feelings.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

You and me both!

@dustineputtaert5792

3 жыл бұрын

I'm from over the pond UK but got to love a classic no matter where in the world it's been produced

Thanks for the peek in the box. An old favorite.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

You bet!

I think this is the same kit I built back about 15 years ago as Richard Petty's car. It was a nice, easy to build, kit and the racing parts, while generic, were good and I was happy with the results.

This kit should make a lot of 60’s NASCAR guys really happy. I love the options with this kit. I really wish the chassis didn’t have so many things molded in, but it’s not a “deal breaker.”

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Right, simpler just means an easier build.

I had a 69 Fairlane fastback in original Sky Blue with white interior,factory 351 4bbl Windsor,FMX automatic,power disc brakes,power steering,2 speed rear window defrosting fan & a/c.My first car,owned it in high school,loved that car!

Always loved this car. The Talladega was my outright favorite of this car. The 428 engine is the only way to go.

Thanks for sharing a friend from Canada Rob ✌

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I once owned a 1968 Torino GT convertible. When I found the Amt model a couple of years ago, I paid a price but hey.....memories!!

Awesome box review. I’ve been waiting for this one!

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

I just bought this kit recently. Can't wait for your build one of these days.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I bought this kit and a couple of the polar lights talladega and cyclone stock car kits to kit bash to make a more detailed street car. Love the review Thank you.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Very cool!

Thanks for this. Nice to see it before buying.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Nice looking kit. Thanks for sharing Chris

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice review Chis, looks like a great kit overall. I have this in my list to get. Thanks again for the review as I always look forward to them

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Cant wait for this build chris looks like a fun kit thanks for sharing

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

You bet!

I took the monogram 69 Talladega kit and built a Richard Petty. I got me a spare to build a street car. I seen this 1 was coming out and got mad at myself LOL. I wouldn't have had to scratch build the roll cage. But it turned out great. I would like to see you do this 1 as a racecar.

@davidnickels3325

3 жыл бұрын

I used this kit (I am pretty sure) some years back to build the Petty car. The Revell/Monogram/Promodeler kit is really the way to go, though, as it is a vastly better kit, even if it is factory stock. I started using the ex Pro Modeler kit to make the Mad Max V-8 interceptor. The Australian Ford Falcon used the same body shell as the Torino Cobra, but with a flatter hood and a different front clip (for the movie).

Excellent unboxing Chris! Great presentation as always!!

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

Another great unboxing video. I’ve been wondering if I wanted to grab this one. Thanks for sharing.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

wow that’s cool 😎

@Bapp75

3 жыл бұрын

:)

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Bapp75

3 жыл бұрын

thx

Really enjoy these vids

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This one looks like fun...

I built this around 2002 as part of a Muscle Car Set that also included a 69 Barracuda and Hurst Oldsmobile 442. It only lasted a week because the front wheel mounting pins were too small so the wheels kept falling off, and my paint job was untidy.

Thanks for the review, Chris. Hmmm. I see more parts for my AMT/Ertl '69 Torino Cobra Modified Stocker kit (#21691) that I plan to build! Choices, choices...

A nice OOB Review Chris. Always liked the 3n1 kits.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

You and me both!

A friend of mine had 68 with a 390 4bbl, 4 speed. It was a bad ass and a 428 would just up the ante that much more. Should be a great build and have some great extra parts as well.

This kit has the Cobra body, but the rear bumper has the GT panel.

I will have to get two to build, one racing, one custom

oh, nice. it still includes the talladega nose to convert it. I heard from the older kits that it doesn't fit without using some puddy and sand paper so I wonder if they kit has new tooling.

I actually owned one of these CJ Torinios , 4 speed drag pac car … this car kicked some serious mopar/GM butt ! Thats NOT why i am here. Now before you criticize my question, I want you to know that I have reviewed possibly 50+ Kits over the years and I really like your simple and informative builds. Now I know somewhere in your kit assembly’s, there is direction to use a “ dehydrator “ to cut down on drying time. Could you please explain that process and the directions/time to use the dehydration booth.

I had a 1969 Ford Fairlane 500 wagon as my first real car. Basically the same car dashboard forward minus the 428 CJ of course.

My first car was a 1969 Ford Fairlane 500. Same body style, bench front seat and that large deck in the back window.

@Redneckairflow

2 жыл бұрын

My first car was a 69 Fairlane 500 formal roof. Wish they made a model of the coupes..

Should be a good selling kit!! 👍👍👍

Good review! Good to see this kit get some respect as a Cobra instead of the dopey Talladega add-on pieces being 'critiucized' as they always are. The decals and better tires show that someone at Round 2 cares a little.

They should give you a commission on these cars. I counted at least 15 kits that I bought after I saw you build them not counting the Salvino JR kits (I belong to the Salvino JR's builders club so we get the new car every month). This kit has so many extra parts its well worth the cost. Thanks for the great video's.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

LOL, no commission here, that would be cool! I get the kit itself but everything else is provided by me. Thanks!

Hello ! As always great builds at just the skill level you need to show this stuff at ! I would like to make a note that 99% of your AMT, MPC, Revell, and Monogram kits I at one time or another build as a youngster and a first editions. I have see so many of these repop kits, that look exactly the same as when I opened my “new” kit right after Christmas or just saving my allowance for 2 weeks to buy a “NEW” kit. I need to know one process that you do on a constantly use the I just missed in your review, paint, and final assembly on these gorges kits. Can you please explain the procedure for glossing the body ( with or without glass) with Futura floor wax. I LOVE the high gloss it gives your builds that extra special touch. How do you go about laying floor shine on a painted kit body? To get that super smooth extra shiny finish? I know this information is in your builds somewhere, I have just not found it. On a lighter note, the girl I was dating in the early 80’s worked at the MPC factory in Mt. Clemens Michigan. Many many days I would drop and pick her up from work at MPC. They also made Lionel trains and the extras there. I have see how the entire process works from dumping kit color plastic “ pellets” into an injection machine just waiting for the molds to come along. Mold extraction was not a big deal, quality control was a huge issue and was performed on EVERY KIT released to the public. Fortunately I was one of the few lucky ones that received kits FRESH off the line, even before the plastic shrink wrap was applied. Many times I would try to snag those factory mess up kits, but I could never get to see until an inspector had them slated for the remold melting hopper. What a life’s experience that was to actually see the process that happen to my favorite ( and just about all) of my very favorite kits in their virgin stage of production !

Nice engine options, make a great sleeper.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

For sure!

i build this one long time ago but in #43 Petty nascar...great kit to do for nascar...but im plainning to build another one but in dragster way

Nice kit

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

It sure is!

Great review Chris. I have this kit and would like to give an update. This is not a kit for a novice. The wheels do not fit properly, the ride height is pretty far out of spec. The wheelbase, actually the chassis, doesn't fit correctly to the body which is warped considerably. Having said this the finished model is a good addition to my shelf, just not an out of box experience. The decals are awesome but somewhat delicate. My dad bought a gt brand new in 69, which ran great until a dumbass 16 year old slammed the shifter into park at 35 mph (yeah it was me)

This will go great with my 66 Fairlane GT and 69 Cougar Eliminator

I've always loved this car, but not as much as my '69 Dodge Coronet.

@Bapp75

3 жыл бұрын

I like Dodge coronets

I wish they had re-released the Torino GT alongside this one. Pretty rare that GT. From what I read, you could build it convertible as well. I didn't knew of that Torino 'till I saw one at one show. Again, another good kit that would've been improved by modding the grill to allow clear lenses for the headlights and by removing the 1969 on the bumper where the plate is put down.

@davidnickels3325

3 жыл бұрын

This kit has been around a long time and has been hacked up and modified a few times. It was originally a 68 Fiarlane Torino and later AMT cut the body back to make a 68 Torino Pace Car. After that, the kit was redone with new parts to make a 69 Cobra, and that is essentially the kit here. Over the years, as AMT liked to do, they did swap out wheels and tires from time to time.

I agree Save The Optional Spare parts. This car can make a good base for a Mercury Cyclone conversion

I enjoy your reviews and find the tips very helpful. I hope that you will do a build of the AMT re-release of the 1/200 "Moonraker" 007 Space Shuttle at some time in the future. :)

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

That's the plan!

@27Fan4Ever

3 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy Excellent

Great model. I love it. When will I be able to see the assembly process?

Looks like a great kit, can’t wait to see you build it. KUTGW buddy.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

3:41 - I think that front clip is leftover from the Talladega kit - can't wait to see you build this thing

@hotwheelsbob2000

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I noticed that. They opened the gate for that part but the Talledaga grill and front bumper are not there. They were not that accurate to begin with.

What version will you build?

It's a nice kit, however I'm not pleased when I get a kit that has the front, rear suspension, shock absorbers, and the drive shaft all molded into the frame as one piece. I prefer more parts, for greater detail. That's just me.

Did you ever do a buildup of this car? If so I would love to see it, but I can't find it in your videos. Only the unboxing

Wish they would rerelease the 72 Chevrolet Fleetside. Asking ridiculous prices on Ebay

@davidnickels3325

3 жыл бұрын

Was last out in 2005 when AMT altered the molds to make a Lowrider.

I just wanted to have some help with how to build it.

Mike Humenansky 12/10/22 Can you even build a drag version with this kit?

What model/part number is your mat? I like how it has measurement break downs. Thank you

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

It's an old Hobbico mat, they went tits up a while back so they aren't easy to find anymore.

@chriso.1938

3 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy bummer and thank you

Any idea as To when A Scale Model will be reissued Of A 1969 Chevy Impala will be Released ?

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

I have no inside info on what is being released or developed.

Now I have to get me 1 of those Chris. By the way, what does h p i stand fur

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Happy Guy's Workshop Thanks man!

@thathobbyguy6774

3 жыл бұрын

Hi hpiguy i'm a big fan and was wondering what kind if glue you use on your kits.

Just wish they would have added the side mirrors :(

Nice looking kit plenty of options just finished my Tom Danials S cool bus.

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

How do you build these things

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Feel free to watch any of my full build videos, hundreds of full builds on my channel.

@colematney9809

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy could you link one I can't find any?

I have the 90s version that kinda makes a Talledega...

@hotwheelsbob2000

3 жыл бұрын

Did you get the corrected chrome tree with the better grill piece? They sent them out with a grill that would not fit right and you had to call AMT to get the better grill and they sent the whole chrome tree.

5:09. I wonder why this kit would come with AC decals when AC Delco is a division of GM

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

AC makes/made thousands of parts for all kinds of vehicles.

@hotwheelsbob2000

3 жыл бұрын

I knew a guy who ran a 55 Chevy bracket racer. He would only run Autolite plugs!

Shame no drag option

Did you stop the wednesday uploads?

@hpiguy

3 жыл бұрын

LOL, I missed ONE Weds. Life takes priority over model time. Thanks for watching my man!

@twotone85

3 жыл бұрын

hpiguys Workshop yeah for real! Models should never be a priority over life.

6 lug wheels. big yikes for purists.