1/100 MG Zeta Plus C1 Type

Pros:
- Katoki design and flair
- Huge Beam Smart gun
- Very cool and simpler Waverider form
- Realistic color scheme
- Customization potential
- Quite a solid build

Cons:
- Age shows with construction and engineering
- Needs screws
- Old hands w/o securing pegs
- Shallow panel lines
- ABS + Odd gate placement = Challenging nub removal
- Missing color apps
- Finished model can be somewhat finicky
- No action base connection
- Some pieces mark easily

As a Zeta Gundam derivative, the Zeta Plus C1 sports sleek design language and a plane-like Waverider form. Compared to the original Zeta Gundam, however, this MS is bathed in grey, black and blue; making for a more realistic color scheme.

Despite the dashing looks, the Zeta Plus C1 shows its age as a kit released in 2002, its construction isn't as robust as modern offerings, it uses many polycaps and its panel lines aren't as well defined as they should be. Extra care and time should be spent following the instructions to ensure all parts are put together properly.

Though the finished product may look plain, a set of waterslide decals and a flat topcoat should make the Zeta Plus C1 look like it flew right from Gundam Sentinel! If you're even remotely interested in the Zeta Gundam's design, I recommend this kit as an inexpensive and realistic-looking build.