AMT/ROUND 2 1964 Chevrolet Malibu SS

[iwantmodels]

Just got mine today from Spotlight Hobbies.  Beautiful kit!!  Always wanted one of these.  I really do hope we see a 1964-1969 Buick Gran Sport (I know I'm different, but I love the 1965).  A round of applause for Mr. Goldman & crew!

[66c10]

would be nice to see a 65 chevelle ss to go with the  64 chevelle maubiu ss 

[bobss396]

All new tooling? I was thinking of getting a '64 to build the Bobby Allison #2 Chevelle.

[yellowsportwagon]

On 6/14/2024 at 3:59 PM, iwantmodels said:

Just got mine today from Spotlight Hobbies.  Beautiful kit!!  Always wanted one of these.  I really do hope we see a 1964-1969 Buick Gran Sport (I know I'm different, but I love the 1965).  A round of applause for Mr. Goldman & crew!

Any 1:25 GS would be nice. But a 67 is the most beautiful A body ever made.

[rickcaps55]

2 hours ago, yellowsportwagon said:

Any 1:25 GS would be nice. But a 67 is the most beautiful A body ever made.

Yes I am with you i would love to see a 64 through 69 Buick Gran Sport the 65 was one of my favorites I just got my 64's from Model roundup and i have already ordered some 3D motors for them. 

[espo]

On 6/15/2024 at 11:07 AM, 66c10 said:

would be nice to see a 65 chevelle ss to go with the  64 chevelle maubiu ss 

Revelle offered a '65 Chevelle SS years ago. The model was based on the Z-16 option that was when Chevrolet introduced the 396 engines in the Chevelle line. There is a slight trim difference on the trunk lid that can be easily changed and switch engines for a small block if you want. The kit has been reissued a couple of times and I see them often at swap meets. I even have a couple squirreled away in mt stash. The kit is real well done and builds up into a great looking Chevelle.  

[Luc Janssens]

I wonder if the Kats at amt/Round2 are looking into a 4dr version of this kit (by using some of the data of the wagon) to have a sibling for the SF market.

[Robberbaron]

1 hour ago, espo said:

Revelle offered a '65 Chevelle SS years ago. The model was based on the Z-16 option that was when Chevrolet introduced the 396 engines in the Chevelle line. There is a slight trim difference on the trunk lid that can be easily changed and switch engines for a small block if you want. The kit has been reissued a couple of times and I see them often at swap meets. I even have a couple squirreled away in mt stash. The kit is real well done and builds up into a great looking Chevelle.  

Correct that the tail panel is different, though I wouldn't characterize it as a slight difference.  The standard SS trim is completely different vs. the Z16, including "Chevrolet" lettering and ribbed trim running above/below.  Even the Z16 taillights are different, since they are from the lower line "base" Chevelles, not the Malibu.

In addition to the tail panel, the side "Malibu SS" badges are in a different location on the Z16.  So you have quite a task ahead of you to convert the Revell kit to a "standard" Super Sport.  I've seen it done a handful of times, but it's not for the faint-hearted.

Add to that the fact that the Revell kit has front/rear bumper guards.  While not incorrect for a standard SS, many people would prefer to not have them on their model (the Lindberg 66 Chevelle also has that issue).

Finally, Revell managed to botch the side window shape on their '65.  Where the 1:1 upper molding/rain gutter should have a slight gentle arch, the Revell kit is arrow straight.

Edited June 16, 2024 by Robberbaron

[espo]

2 minutes ago, Robberbaron said:

Correct that the tail panel is different, though I wouldn't characterize it as a slight difference.  The standard SS trim is completely different vs. the Z16, including "Chevrolet" lettering and ribbed trim running above/below.  Even the Z16 taillights are different, since they are from the lower line "base" Chevelles, not the Malibu.

In addition to the tail panel, the side "Malibu SS" badges are in a different location on the Z16.  So you have quite a task ahead of you to convert the Revell kit to a "standard" Super Sport.  I've seen it done a handful of times, but it's not for the faint-hearted.

Add to that the fact that the Revell kit has front/rear bumper guards.  While not incorrect for a standard SS, many people would prefer to not have them on their model (the Lindberg 66 Chevelle also has that issue).

Finally, Revell managed to botch the side window shape on their '65.  Where the 1:1 upper molding/rain gutter should have a slight gentle arch, the Revell kit is arrow straight.

You're right about the trunk tail panel. This would require someone to recreate the trim with some Plastruct or Evergreen styrene stripes. The tail lamps can be highlighted with a chrome marker to bring them up to the way they look on a normal SS. The other trim parts that you pointed out can also be changed, just depending on how much you want to create a body style that otherwise is not available. Would be doable with a little time and patience.  

[Motor City]

The Chevelle SS 283 and 327 have a small engine displacement emblem on each front fender while the 396 has a large crossed-flag emblem there.  Also, 'Malibu SS' is on the quarter panels on the regular SS while it's on the front fenders on the 396.  I expect Round2 to clone an original '65 SS at some point. 

[Bob Ellis]

I just bought the new Round 2 1964 Chevelle. Very nice and better than the original. Wow, about the wire wheel covers too.

 

[bobss396]

I saw an open kit last week. I was hoping for new tooling. The body was quite nice. The Revell '65 chassis may be an improvement under the body.

[SteveG]

2 hours ago, bobss396 said:

I saw an open kit last week. I was hoping for new tooling. The body was quite nice. The Revell '65 chassis may be an improvement under the body.

The tooling is 100% brand new, the design is heavily based on the original Craftsman but improved and includes additional parts, separate hood etc. 

-Steve

[SteveG]

On 6/16/2024 at 1:45 PM, Luc Janssens said:

I wonder if the Kats at amt/Round2 are looking into a 4dr version of this kit (by using some of the data of the wagon) to have a sibling for the SF market.

Luc, you'll have to clue me in to what specific Sci-Fi movie or TV show your referring too.  I'm guessing Repo Man.  If we could get the rights maybe.  We're not afraid to do four door cars for Sci-Fi. The Supernatural '67 Impala and the Green Hornet's Black Beauty are two recent examples. 

-Steve

[Luc Janssens]

16 hours ago, SteveG said:

Luc, you'll have to clue me in to what specific Sci-Fi movie or TV show your referring too.  I'm guessing Repo Man.  If we could get the rights maybe.  We're not afraid to do four door cars for Sci-Fi. The Supernatural '67 Impala and the Green Hornet's Black Beauty are two recent examples. 

-Steve

Yes, Repo Man, Steve.

 

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Edited June 30, 2024 by Luc Janssens
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[Ulf]

18 hours ago, SteveG said:

Luc, you'll have to clue me in to what specific Sci-Fi movie or TV show your referring too.  I'm guessing Repo Man.  If we could get the rights maybe.  We're not afraid to do four door cars for Sci-Fi. The Supernatural '67 Impala and the Green Hornet's Black Beauty are two recent examples. 

-Steve

Repo Man is a wonderful movie that I saw for the first time on my 58th birthday this year.

A 4 door Chevelle or Malibu is perfect for building a weekend racer with lots of decals.

https://carguychronicles.com/65-chevelle-flashback-stocker-street-east/
 

[bobss396]

"Every car has one, you;ll see." - Miller

[bobss396]

20 hours ago, SteveG said:

The tooling is 100% brand new, the design is heavily based on the original Craftsman but improved and includes additional parts, separate hood etc. 

-Steve

I was hoping for something a little better than the old style chassis.

[Ron Hamilton]

On 6/16/2024 at 3:54 PM, Motor City said:

The Chevelle SS 283 and 327 have a small engine displacement emblem on each front fender while the 396 has a large crossed-flag emblem there.  Also, 'Malibu SS' is on the quarter panels on the regular SS while it's on the front fenders on the 396.  I expect Round2 to clone an original '65 SS at some point. 

I have an AMT Craftsman 65 Chevelle I plan to open up and detail out. I hate that it's molded in yellow,  but I like the body better than the Revell kit.

[Motor City]

Yes, that bright yellow was an odd choice for that.  If it had been molded in Crocus Yellow, the pale yellow offered by Chevrolet, that would have been nice.  

[Mr. Metallic]

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Edited July 1, 2024 by Mr. Metallic

[ChrisBcritter]

Should be interesting to see what the full detail version brings - the six-banger and SBC from the ElCamino/wagon plus their custom parts?

[stavanzer]

4 hours ago, ChrisBcritter said:

Should be interesting to see what the full detail version brings - the six-banger and SBC from the ElCamino/wagon plus their custom parts?

My vote would be for a 6 banger., but the SBC would probably move more Plastic.