1949 Mercury “Woody” Wagon 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4996 Review

2014 January 8
by Doug

RoR Step-by-Step Review 20140108*
1949 Mercury “Woody” Wagon 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4996 Review
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The original concept of the Station Wagon was used by resorts and hotels as a guest transport to and from the train depot, or a TAXI. The first models were all wood in the passenger area but due to high maintenance costs it was replaced by steel with wood panels later on.  While Chevrolet was the first to use the more conventional steel bodies other manufacturers soon followed. In 1949 Mercury introduced the first major redesign since the war and it greatly boosted sales of all Mercury lines. The new model lineup consisted of Coupes, Convertibles and Wagons and was known as the Mercury Eights. While the Coupe became the “Customizer’s Choice” the Wagon did see some popularity and was even used in the TV series The Mod Squad.

 

For the Modeler: This is a Revell “California Wheels” 1949 Mercury “Woody” Wagon 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4996 Review.  It is a Skill Level 3 kit for the advanced builder.  The kit comes in at a hefty 135 parts molded in White, Clear, and Chrome with vinyl tires. Shelf space is Length: 8-1/2″, Width: 3″, Height: 2-3/4″. At first glance this is a beautiful kit, detail is crisp and nice. This is a new mold overall but does share some parts with the ‘49 Mercury Custom released a few years ago. The motor has 24 parts and is nicely detailed; it is the same Caddy motor from the ‘49 Mercury Custom kit Revell released a few years back. The chassis is molded in completely individual parts and very impressive. The interior is likewise detailed and has all the fine dash details as decals. The body is one piece with separate hood and is straight and well defined. There are few mold lines on the body and the ones it has are light and easy to sand off. The wood panels are handled as a decal and I consider that a plus. Paint colors are standard issue that you should have on hand.  This is another very nice release from Revell and they seem to be setting the standard for quality kits as of late. The finished dimensions are; Length: 8.5″, Width: 3″, Height: 2.75″.

 

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; clarifying suspension contact points from the instructions; detailing the coil springs; using Sharpies for fine detailing; dashboard detailing and decal identification map; interior paint and detailing instructions; chassis alignment cautionary notes; parting line identification and repair; tutone painting techniques; applying woodside decals; foil application and methods for trim; clear coating foil is discussed; trimming the window glass; adhesive selection and applications; how to make and add black washes for authentic looking trim/grill; correctly installing the visor; mounting the spare tire properly, are all fully examined in this pictorial 17 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format. 

  

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