Skill 2 Model Kit 1981 Chevrolet 4x4 Stepside Pickup Truck "Sod Buster" 1/25 Scale Model by MPC
Brand: MPC
Availability: in stock
Product Description
Brand new 1/25 scale plastic model kit of 1981 Chevrolet 4x4 Stepside Pickup Truck "Sod Buster" (Skill 2) 1/25 plastic model kit by MPC. Brand new box. Full roll bar. Black vinyl tires. Detailed chassis. Bright plated parts. Many optional parts. Hollow off-road tires. Colorful decal artwork. Off-road running lights. Vintage style packaging. Officially licensed product. Chrome plated small parts. Contains 150 detailed parts. Detailed interior and engine. Can be built stock or custom. Retooled grille tires tailgate and more. Paint and cement required (not included). Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Parts molded in WHITE unless otherwise indicated. "Chrome" trim detail can be striped on with silver paint.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Highly detailed: Includes a detailed chassis, engine, interior, and off-road running lights.
- Customization options: Can be built stock or customized, offering flexibility for builders.
- Authentic details: Features retooled grille, tires, tailgate, and other components for improved accuracy.
- Vintage styling: Comes in vintage-style packaging adding to the nostalgic appeal.
- Officially licensed product: Ensures accurate representation of the vehicle.
- Includes optional parts: Allows for creating a unique custom build.
- Good level of detail with 150 parts
- Black vinyl tires and hollow off-road tires enhance realism.
- Bright plated parts (some chrome) add visual appeal.
Cons
- Requires paint and cement (not included), adding to the overall cost and complexity.
- Parts are molded in white, necessitating painting - a potentially challenging aspect for beginners.
- "Chrome" trim detail requires silver paint application, which can be tricky for some modelers to achieve consistently.
- Being a Skill 2 kit, it's likely more complex than beginner-level kits and might have more parts requiring careful assembly and fitting. Potential minor fit issues due to older tooling are possible.
- The age of the kit means the plastic may be slightly brittle compared to newer model kits.
The Skill 2 Model Kit of the 1981 Chevrolet 4x4 Stepside Pickup Truck "Sod Buster" offers a good balance of detail, customization options, and vintage appeal for intermediate to advanced model builders. While requiring paint and glue, the extensive parts count and optional features provide a rewarding building experience. The age of the tooling might present some minor fit issues for experienced modelers but is generally acceptable given its licensing and classic status.
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Specifications
- Condition: new
- Product Type:Chevrolet Models
- GTIN/EAN: 00849398056004
- Seller/Program: Diecast
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