AMT AMT1449M 1/25 Scale 1956 Ford Thunderbird Model Kit 98 Parts
A 1/25 scale plastic model kit of the 1956 Ford Thunderbird with 98 detailed parts including a Y-Block V-8 engine, optional hardtop, whitewall tires, and chrome-plated details
- SizeFull-Size
- Product typeModel Kit
- Product colorMulticolor
- Suitable forUnisex
- Age groupAdult
- Key featuresAMT 1956 Ford Thunderbird 1/25 Scale Model Kit
- 1/25 scale captures 1956 Thunderbird elegance
- 98 detailed parts build authentic Y-Block V-8
- Chrome-plated trim and whitewall tires included
- Skill Level 2 challenges intermediate modelers
- Officially licensed AMT kit in vintage packaging
AMT 1/25 Scale 1956 Ford Thunderbird Kit
This AMT plastic model kit reproduces the 1956 Ford Thunderbird at 1/25 scale with 98 detailed parts. It is designed for adult hobbyists who enjoy building classic American car replicas. The kit includes a detailed Y-Block V-8 engine, chassis, interior, and optional porthole hardtop. Chrome-plated parts and black vinyl whitewall tires add realism to the finished display piece.
Step Up from Snap-Together Kits
This Skill Level 2 kit replaces simpler snap-together models by requiring paint and cement for assembly. The jump is worth it when a builder wants to develop airbrushing, masking, and detailing techniques on an iconic subject. Molded white parts provide a clean canvas for custom finishes, while the vintage-style packaging appeals to collectors who value period-correct presentation.
Display-Ready Classic for Shelf Builds
The completed model fits standard display shelves and requires only basic modelling tools, paint, and glue to finish. No batteries, electronics, or specialised workshop equipment are needed. The officially licensed kit frees up creative time by providing accurate proportions and factory-correct details such as the porthole hardtop option and chrome trim, letting the builder focus on finishing rather than scratch-building.
How it compares
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- Price $26.99
- Cheaper than about 60% of the 5,802 comparable items (median $29.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Round 2 |
| Part number | AMT1449M |
| Product type | Model Kit |
| Product color | Multicolor |
| Size & build | |
| Size | Full-Size |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 25 × 25 × 25 mm |
| More details | |
| Suitable for | Unisex |
| Age group | Adult |
Questions about this item
Does the 1/25 scale AMT1449M kit include a display base or mounting hardware?
The kit provides 98 parts for the 1956 Ford Thunderbird body, chassis, engine, interior, whitewall tires, optional hardtop, and chrome-plated trim. No display base or mounting hardware is included.
Which steps in the Skill Level 2 build most often trip up intermediate modellers?
Aligning the multi-piece Y-Block V-8 engine, fitting the optional hardtop to the body lines, and applying the colourful decal artwork without silvering are the steps where builders typically need extra care.
What will need replacing or refreshing if I keep the finished model on display long-term?
Over time the paint finish may fade, decals can yellow, and the black vinyl tires can harden or crack. Periodic dusting and avoiding direct sunlight will slow these changes.
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