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AMT AMT1496 1/25 Scale 1949 Mercury Club Coupe Plastic Model Kit 188 Parts
A 1/25 scale plastic model kit of the iconic 1949 Mercury Club Coupe with 188 parts including dual V8 engine options, chrome details, and three build configurations
- SizeFull-Size
- TypeModel Kit
- ColorMulticolor
- GenderUnisex
- AgeAdult
- FeaturesAMT 1949 Mercury Club Coupe 1/25 Scale Model Kit
- Authentic 1/25 scale replica of the iconic 1949 Mercury Club Coupe
- 188 detailed parts including dual V8 engine options for stock or custom builds
- Skill Level 2 kit with chrome plated parts and black vinyl tires for realism
- Build three ways: stock, custom lowrider, or competition drag configurations
- Officially licensed AMT kit with vintage packaging and colorful decal artwork
Scale and subject
This AMT kit reproduces the 1949 Mercury Club Coupe in 1/25 scale for hobbyists who enjoy building detailed automotive replicas. The box contains 188 parts moulded mainly in white, plus black vinyl tyres and chrome-plated small parts. It is rated Skill Level 2, so intermediate modellers with some experience of paint and cement will get the most from it. The packaging follows a vintage style and the kit is officially licensed.
Build options and detail
Three different configurations are possible from the same parts: a stock Mercury, a period custom or a competition version. Two flathead V8 engines are supplied — the standard Mercury unit and a Chrysler Ram induction variant — together with authentically detailed front and rear suspension. A custom interior featuring a centre pleated console and colourful decal artwork rounds out the display accessories. Paint and cement are not included.
Finishing requirements
Assembly calls for plastic cement and paint, which must be sourced separately. The multicolour decals and chrome pieces add visual contrast once the model is finished. Because the kit targets adult builders, the construction process assumes patience and a steady hand rather than quick snap-fit assembly. No batteries, electronics or motorised components are involved.
Highlights
- Authentic 1/25 scale replica of the iconic 1949 Mercury Club Coupe
- 188 detailed parts including dual V8 engine options for stock or custom builds
- Skill Level 2 kit with chrome plated parts and black vinyl tires for realism
- Build three ways: stock, custom lowrider, or competition drag configurations
- Officially licensed AMT kit with vintage packaging and colorful decal artwork
Specifications
| Brand | Round 2 |
|---|---|
| Part Number | AMT1496 |
| Size | Full-Size |
| Type | Model Kit |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Age | Adult |
| Features | AMT 1949 Mercury Club Coupe 1/25 Scale Model Kit |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 25 × 25 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the 1/25 scale AMT1496 Mercury fit on the same shelf as my older 1/25 AMT kits?
Yes, the 1/25 scale matches other AMT 1/25 releases, so the finished 1949 Mercury Club Coupe will sit consistently alongside earlier kits of the same scale.
How can I verify the kit is complete after opening the box?
Count the parts against the 188 detailed pieces listed; you should find white-molded body, chassis, suspension, two V-8 engines, chrome-plated small parts, black vinyl tires, and the decal sheet.
What comes in the box and what must I buy separately to finish the model?
The box contains 188 parts including two V-8 engines, vinyl tires, chrome parts, decals, and display accessories; you must supply paint and cement yourself.
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