Smokey & the Bandit
I have not built the model yet; but, the following comments come from my survey of the kit as an experienced builder. The directions are clear; little chance of misdirection. Paint colors, color schemes & directions are clear and easy to follow. Engine parts & assembly is clear; I do not like the 1-piece heads, intake manifold, carburetor molding. Placement/ location of interior pieces and the subframe build-up are clear however may be tricky in final assembly for inexperienced builders. Final body to chassis assembly appears to be clear but I have never liked the screw-together attachment method. To prevent body/chassis damage, front & rear suspension construction/attachment to the otherwise finished model is not ideal- steps 8b, 9 & 10 should precede Step 8a. The remainder including decal application appears straight forward and well identified. 2 negatives are the lack of suggesting clear T-top panels be smoke-tinted and the wheels be gold trimmed; the original T-top firebirds all had smoke-tinted glass panels and the wheels, gold trim/hi-lite.
Conclusion: with skill, patience & reference picture review, this kit will make a splendid scale replica.
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