1966 Chevelle Station Wagon 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4054 Review

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1966 Chevelle Station Wagon 1-25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4054 Review

  

Review and Photos by Alan Mann

The Chevrolet Chevelle was a mid-sized automobile produced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors in three generations for the 1964 through 1977 model years. Part of the GM A-Body platform, the Chevelle was one of Chevrolet’s most successful nameplates. Body styles include coupes, sedans, convertibles and station wagons. Super Sport versions were produced through the 1973 model year and the Laguna from 1973 through 1976. After a three-year absence, the El Camino was re-introduced as part of the new Chevelle lineup. The Chevelle also provided the platform for the Monte Carlo introduced in 1970. The Malibu, the top of the line model through 1972, replaced the Chevelle nameplate for the redesigned, downsized 1978 models.

For the Modeler: This is a “Muscle” Series ’66 Chevelle Station Wagon 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4054 Review.  It is a Skill Level 2 kit for the intermediate builder.  The kit contains 125 parts molded in White, Clear, Chrome with vinyl tires. This is a re-release (Re-Pop) of the Revell California Wheels ‘66 Station Wagon. As with the previous version the Stock parts are missing, this is a Custom Only build. The motor is nicely detailed; it is the same 396 Big Block as seen in the ’65 SS Chevelle kits. The chassis is molded in multiple parts and is a well detailed unit. Four Wheel Disc Brakes and oversized tires are the only options, no stock parts supplied. The interior is nicely detailed and has dash details and seat details as decals. The door panel detail is crisp. The body is one piece with separate hood and is straight and well defined but only has the SS options which were not offered on the wagons. The chrome trim is not molded on the body and applied as add-ons which I consider a plus. There are very few mold lines on the body and are light and easy to sand off. Revell fills a muscle car void with this kit but it would be nice to supply some stock stuff for us “Old School” builders.  Finished dimensions are; Length: 7.875″, Width: 3″, Height: 2.5″.

Covered in this Review:  If you want to perfect your build; basic construction; decal preparation and application; detailed engine construction notes; detailed frame and suspension construction and detailing; detailing the coil springs; using Sharpies for fine detailing; dashboard detailing and decal identification map; interior paint and detailing instructions; how to make custom license plates and floor mats; parting line identification and repair; version considerations; foil application and methods for trim; clear coating foil is discussed; installing the windows; altered assembly sequences for ease of construction and paint protection; adhesive selection and applications; how to make and add black washes for authentic looking trim/grill; automotive vs. hobby spray paints; directional tire identification and construction; identifying and removing molding trademarks, are all fully examined in this pictorial 20 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format. 

 

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