AMT 1965 Chevelle Malibu Surf Wagon 327 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review AMT1131
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2019
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The Chevrolet Chevelle is a mid-sized automobile which was produced by Chevrolet in three generations for the 1964 through 1977 model years. Part of the General Motors (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 Lagunas from 1973 through 1976. After a four-year absence, the El Camino was reintroduced as part of the new Chevelle lineup in 1964. The Chevelle also provided the platform for the Monte Carlo introduced in 1970. The Malibu, the top of the line model through 1972, completely replaced the Chevelle nameplate for the redesigned, downsized 1978 model year.
The automobile marketplace was changing significantly during the early 1960s and became highly competitive in the smaller-sized car segments.[4] The domestic Big Three automakers (General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler) were responding to the success of American Motors' compact Rambler American and Classic models that made AMC the leading maker of small cars for several years and increasing Rambler on the 1961 domestic sales charts to third-place behind Chevrolet and Ford.[5] The innovative Chevrolet Corvair and the Chevy II, which was designed to compete with Ford's Falcon, were losing ground.[6] Ford released the mid-sized Fairlane in 1962, to which Chevrolet responded with the 1964 Chevelle based on a new A platform design.[6] Riding on a 115-inch (2,900 mm) wheelbase, the new Chevelle was similar in size, simplicity, and concept to the standard-sized 1955-1957 Chevrolet models.[6] The Chevelle was the U.S. auto industry's only all-new car for 1964 and was positioned to fill the gap between the small Chevy II and the full-sized Chevrolet models.[7] Introduced in August 1963 by "Bunkie" Knudsen, the Chevelle filled the gap for Chevrolet with sales of 338,286 for the year.[8]Two-door hardtop coupes, and convertibles, four-door sedans, and four-door station wagons were offered throughout the entire run. This also included a coupe utility (El Camino) which was a derivative of the two-door wagon. In line with other Chevrolet series, the two-door hardtops were called Sport coupes. Four-door hardtops, dubbed Sport Sedans, were available (1966 through 1972). A two-door station wagon was available in 1964 and 1965 in the base 300 series. Station wagons were marketed with exclusive nameplates: Greenbrier (previously used with the Corvair based vans), Concours, and Concours Estate. Six-cylinder and V8 power was offered across the board. Chevelles were also assembled and sold in Canada. While similar to their stateside counterparts, the convertible was available in the base Chevelle series, a model never offered in the United States. The Chevelle was the basis for the Beaumont, a retrimmed model sold only in Canada by Pontiac dealers through 1969. Originally conceived as an upsizing of the Chevy II with a unibody platform (similar to the Fairlane and the full-size Chrysler B-platform of the same era) which originated with the XP-726 program, GM's "senior compact" A-platform used a body-on-frame construction using a suspension setup similar to its full sized automobiles with a four-link rear suspension (the differential has four control arms which are attached to the frame with rear coil springs sandwiched between the differential and spring pocket-this design was used with the B platform vehicles and later used by Ford Motor Company with its FOX platform automobiles).
Features
4-in-1! Build stock, custom surf wagon, crew truck or drag racerIncludes 2 retooled vintage surf boards with ALL NEW roof rackPre-decorated Tires and loads of optional partsAll-new Tiki-themed decal sheet with original artwork includedOpening hood and realistic detail throughoutMolded in white for consumer satisfactionReproduction AMT vintage packaging 
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I love the stories you have to your models, makes it more fun. Thanks for showing how easy it is to change your mind on the color.
Thanks Mary!
Me too. You are the only model builder (except Plastimo) I’ve stuck with on you tube - love how you use Rustoleum paints and subtle changes to the builds. Thanks!
I was waiting on the review/build on this one. I really like the station wagon. Such a cool build. I’ll have my kit in next week. You’re a good salesman on these kits. Thanks.
Thanks Rich, I love making kits, and helping others see what's in the box :)
Have one coming in the mail today. All because of this video! I love watching your videos, you show what comes in the box and mention info about the parts and construction very well. Not the first round 2 that I purchased because of your videos!
Thanks!🇺🇸
Back in the early 70's my cousin built a ski boat and he bought one of those Chevy station wagons to haul it around with. It was cool and it was almost the same color green as your review model. It was sandy on the inside and always loaded with water ski's, life preservers and the big ice chest full of liquid refreshment. It had a 327 and hauled that boat like nothing was there. He always had the outside shining though as it looked good with chrome rims and he painted his boat trailer to match the Chevy. Great review, brings back fond memories.
Nice!
I built this from the RC-2 era issue. The spring-metal clip for the hood was missing then, too...they had that same feature for the '65 GTO. I used the stock wheels, but added a set of older redline Firestones....I do wish they'd retool/update that kit, but it still builds up nice.
The AMT cars you build are always my favourites
Thanks John!
John Hetrick Speaking for myself, I always go for the AMT kits first. Better quality and they go together well.
This a fantastic build and you're super easy to listen to and you've kept my attention for the full 1/2 hour. Awesome , thank you
Awesome, thank you!
Dang! Another great build/review! I was excited to see this one come back. I love the Summer 69 back story too. Great color choices!
Thanks Clifton!
Chris that looks really cool. Love how you put that spare tire on there. That’s probably my favorite detail you did. Great building man!
Thank you Tim, always!
Love your methods, not any paralysis through analysis. Plus your straight forward approach "gets er done" with little delays. Thanks.
Thanks, spray and pray. Glue and move on! Always fun in the shop.
Chris this was a wonderful review of this kit. I try to watch every review you do. The story you tell along with the build is fantastic. Keep up the AWESOME work. Take care, Don.
I appreciate the time you take to watch and comment, I really do. Thanks!
Wow Chris another great one! Love how you imagine the story and incorporate it in the build. Great imagination!
Thanks Al!
This is awesome. You did it such a way that I thought it was the actual vehicle at the end of the video. The only "hint" you get that it is not an actual car, is the shifter since it is way too thick. Wow, what a great job you did.
Thanks dude!
Another great build,I like how every build has a story added.
Thanks Brian, ads to the fun!
This may be my favorite model that you have ever done. Great job!
Thanks and enjoy your hobby!
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Great build,I use to have 1 of those cars when I was younger
Thanks you!
Love your approach to modelling just get in and build it. You are an example of doing this hobby for yourself and not someone else and now I am heading to the shed to find a f1 car I started 15 years ago. Oh and that was a beautiful colour choice going with the green.
Thanks Philip! Yes, build for YOU and have fun. Let the whiners do their thing and you just do you.
Nice one. I like wagon models that look like everyday drivers. Great job!
Much appreciated Hisham!
Wow a wagon with a 327 and I love the window decals. Great detail!!
Thanks Ed!
I really appreciate your build videos. Using a mix of "model specific" materials and what you can find at local Craft and Dollar stores. I'm going to go get me some Rust- Oleum and start that 1/48 Apollo model I just received! ( You motivated me with that build). Thanks
Thanks Mike, enjoy!
Really cool build Chris, I love your color choices and ageing/weathering techniques. The theme is spot on and as always, an excellent presentation! !
Thank you Ron!
Chris you never cease to amaze me. And as a previous comment stated, your stories are brilliant!
Thanks a lot Scott!
That’s brilliant😬can’t believe how much realism you get into your models👌I eagerly await your next build👏👏👏👏bravo sir😉
Thank you Barry!
Mom-Mobile. Everybody hated being seen in it with MOM. But nobody wanted to miss it when she drove off! Dang Chris, this is a fine example of daily driver stuff. I dig the story that "goes with" the build. It helps define the details and even the colors. Nice work sir. And you make very challenging tasks easy as you pass along the tips.
Thanks for sharing...
Thanks RA. It's easier than folks think to build models! Happy to show them how it can be done with simple ideas and equipment!
Another awesome job! And an inspiring build! The story too was amazing! Speaking of wagons, it would really be great if they brought back the 64 chevelle wagon. That kit even included a 230 inline six!
Thanks, yes, that would be cool!
I love that kit so much I bought 2 to start with and I will get 2 more next month to complete the 4 versions I have in mind.
You know, I think I saw that wagon at Woodstock with my older brother, lol great video and build!
Thanks!
I like that they make the body in one piece. That's why I like to use them for vintage style slotcars.
Wow Chris! I haven't even watched the video yet but I saw the final build when it popped up on my feed. I LOVE IT!! Great color. Now to watch the build.
Thanks Tom!
I have the same car! I also watched the video before I built the car. You builds are helpful to people who have the same build🙂
Thanks!
Another Fantastic build!! I will be getting a copy! This one may actually be my favorite one you've built!...maybe....all your builds are fantastical!!!
Thanks Johnny!
I'm building this one now and thanks for those tips good job. I did mine in a cranberry red and it's semi custom style
Very cool!
Pretty cool how you imagined a back story, even had the years included. Would love to see a video showing your model collection. Another wonderful build.
Thanks bud!
Awesome build!!! One of my favorites so far!!!
Thanks Derick!
Man, what can I say dude? LOVE the music you put on during the paint process, AGAIN! The colors you used were absolutely perfect for this build. I'm thinking of painting mine a "Lime-Green" with the wood siding. Wow you gave me SO many ideas for mine, thank you by the way! Looking forward to the next video, see you there....
Thanks a bunch Jeff!
Chris, another outstanding job. Always love the backstory. After I watched the video I had to listen to the Ventures and the Surfaris. Just want to thank you again for the work you put into your builds and videos. Its been over ten years since I done a kit. I ordered Revell Germany's 747-8 Cargolux in 144th scale. Thank you for the inspiration I needed to get back into the hobby. If its okay I will have some questions and a little advice on the build. Thanks again for the inspiration and God bless. Have a great week.
Thanks Chris.
I have zero experience with commercial planes like that. your best bet is checking the model forums for questions like that. Enjoy!
I'd buy this kit just for the boards, I just finished the AMT 34 Ford pick-up as a Tiki surf truck, I would love to build this wagon to go with it. Nice build, love the look. Nothing wrong with these older kits they just need some extra love. Surfs Up Dude!!
Thanks!
very cool build of the old kit, the surf boards and roof rack are a nice addition to this kit
Thanks Craig!
Love the fact that the posts are still inside the body so you could actually use screws to hold the body and chassis together the way the original kit was made.
Yup!
your video's are immensely helpful to my model building efforts! Thank you!
Thank you, and thanks for watching the video and leaving a nice comment! Much appreciated!
That's some mighty fine picking Chis, Oh yeah, the build is great as well.
Your color choices are inspiring.
Thanks Joe!
That's awesome, great looking build and I love your stories. Keep up the great work and Rust In Peace.
Thanks Chopper!
As usual, this is Chris' way; excellent. Thank you for such a nice model.
Thanks for watching Charlie!
Nice one mate, Been waiting for this one. Just got mine in the mail this week, never built it before but looking forward to it 👍🏼
Rock on Dale!
Beautiful build. I love that kit. And the addition of the boards make it a good argument to buy it... Or to buy it again. lol
Thanks man!
This is a beautiful kit. A wonderful subject. A very fun video. Love the colors. I collect surf theme kits & already had purchased this kit. Nice to see this review. You did an awesome job.
Thanks Daniel!
Very cool! I have an older issue but love what you did with this.
Thanks!
Awsome Chris!! You gave me an idea for a custom drag strip version cant wait to another wagon
Thanks Robert, have fun!
Today's booth music brought to us by Mr. Country & Mr. Western. Great video... I love this vehicle
LOL, thanks for watching!
Nice Build glad you did the stock version lots of cool xtra parts to
Thanks Charles!
Every model needs a story, and boy does this one have one! Mom's wagon is now a surfers chick magnet - made me laugh with this one. Great build and finish, looks amazing. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks a lot!
Great review and build Chris! Makes me want to go surfing and have never been on one in my life, lol!.....Bill
Thanks, me either. I'm too top heavy!
@@hpiguy Lol, tell me about it Chris, me too buddy!
Cool storyline for a good looking model. I would love to see you get a few of each of the 2/3 in 1 kits and see how you build each variation. I did a 65 riviera for my wifes boss. Stock and matched to his car. But it came with so many options I am tempted to do it again with more of the extras.
Thanks Donald!
Great fun build Chris, very cool kit with limitless functions.
Thanks Gene!
I too received a 1965 Chevy Malibu station wagon from my mother in-law when we got married. Only it was in white complete with dog dish hub caps and black wall recap tires. I don't have the car or the wife any more, although as I recall the car lasted longer than the wife did.
That is one of the most realistic finishes I've seen!
Thanks!
Very cool. So much different than the usual super sport cars. Love it. The colour of the body suits it. NICE!
Thanks man!
lm from Australia one of my scribers from The States just posted me this kit because it looks just like a 1969 Holden Wagon l drive here.. so looking forward to building it cheers
This one had a lot of backstory to it! Nice work.
Thank you!
Great paint choice! Thanks for sharing
Thanks Jack!
That's a nice build, inventing a background story really brings it to life.
Great to see Round 2 put new parts in although shame it was apparently at the expense of the drag strip crew / ambulance parts in the previous issues.
Couldn't tell if those optional mag wheels are the Cragars from previous issues.
Thanks for watching!
I had an issue with a second custom bumper being molded instead of the dashboard
I don't know why, but.
One person once said "No one truly quits modeling, they just take a break. " Haha. I thought that was interesting.
Yup, sometimes it's a month break, sometimes it's a rest of your life break.
I take a break every day, and start up the next.
AMAZING build and vid as usual .lots of builds coming out now that were hitting winter up here in central Wisconsin . stay warm haha
Yeah the weather can't make up it's mind here. Maybe I'll see you around town!
Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!
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Cool build. Love the back story 👌
Thanks Danny!
Great Build, love the attention to detail !
Thanks Peter!
I like the back story. Fun build. Thanks.
Thanks dude, makes it more fun for me to build to that story in my head.
Awesome color choice Chris, a great looking wagon!
Thanks a lot James!
SO KOOOOLLLLL , Mike Espo .
AWESOME BUILD.
Thanks and enjoy your hobby!
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Awesome! Love Stationwagons!!
Me too!
I am so tempted to build this kit with the tires slashed and “locals only” spray painted on the side, more along the lines of the beaches I remember!
That would be cool.
great job, looks great. just started mine
Thanks Cliff!
I remember building that wagon for the first time in 1974, built it a few times since, but no longer have them, I wish they would retool the '64 Chevelle
Yet another excellent model build your really awesome at building models
Thanks, I appreciate the support and nice words!
Another great build, you don't see a lot of American station wagons, they are very common here in Australian and New Zealand.
They used to be allover here, millions of them, then the SUVs and Crossovers came along and took over.
I watch you videos all the time! Awesome
Thanks man!
Wow you build a lote of models, and they look great, love watching your vidios, you must make the most out there.😊
Thanks for watching the video, much appreciated!
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You are an amazing artist. Well done!
Thanks James!
Really cool, looks like a real car sitting there,awsome
Thank you!
Great job Chris, you the man, keep it up...Gary
Thank you Gary!
P.S. a 3-IN-1 kit with EXTRAS for just over $25? ! Yup! Oh, and the color choice was spot on for the build. Thanks again (Oh, and it's my Birthday today, and I'm buying this kit as my present!!!)
Happy Birthday!
Very cool ! Great job !! 😎👍
Thanks Henrique!
excellent back story and build my Friend!
Thanks Bryan!
Love it =) had a real touch of realism to it !
Thanks!
damn your popular...i can see why...i just watched at least 7 of your clips in a row. This one is the best so far ( the Pinto was dope too ). Me, being from a so cal surf area, really enjoyed the story of the cars provenance. Great look... you killed it with the stickers and the surf boards were equally impressive. Worn in cars are my favorite. I'm currently working on a 1/25 scale AMT Crew Chief body for a 1/24 scale crawler r.c.
I will definitely be borrowing some of your techniques. Thank you and keep up the great work.
Thanks for watching!
awesome looking 👌build as always. another one to be proud of. fantastic job. keep up the good work. till next time. have a bless day. thanks for sharing. Mike.
Thanks a lot Mike! Have a good day!
Another cool build, with a story.
Thank you!
As an added detail, the base of the roof rack was usually a suction cup.... so the round portion of the roof rack base should be flat black! As me how I know!!
Awesome work mate, love this one
Thanks Gary!
Great looking build
Thanks!
Excellent build, as others have said. Like the sandy interior, and the back story as well. When I build a kit I usually have some story or picture of who would own it, but not as elaborate as yours!
The engine assembly to chassis is on step 3 "Chassis" #1 "Locate assembled engine" Also, does Super Clean do anything to the plastic? For 30+ years I've used brake fluid, with heat on stubborn paints. However, it crazes some plastic if left too long.
Thanks!
I haven't had super clean hurt the plastic yet and I haven't heard it hurting it from others as well.
I've got the 80's(?) issue of the kit but I gotta snag another one for the boards and the awesome decals sheet.
Thanks for watching and thanks for the nice comment! Much appreciated, model on!
I enjoy the stories and relate to them
Thanks man!
Yes! I've been wanting a review on this!
Enjoy!
kool , thanx....hav the Superwagon version , built as a regular car w/ the kool American 5 spoke wheels....This variation of the kit is nice
Robert
....lol , Contupperware & wacky tabbacy....totally took me back....best build/ review ever...thanx again.....You had me @ Supermom
Thank you Robert!
I need to know more about the silver pen and other paints u use....great tricks of the trade.
Excellent job 👍
Thank you!
Brilliant video, thank you,
Very cool build.
Thanks!
Love the surfer theme!
Me too!
Love that colour looks more realistic than the yellow
Thanks!
Looks awesome brother!
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