I am posting an update on the open top bus that I have almost finished,a bit of detailing is still needed.Here is the Flikr link:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/74118257@N02/

Excellent! First open topper! I can see people racing to be the 'first' with different versions

Hi Lonewolf,no the side panels have 2/3 connecting feet that slot into holes of the interior panels.It has to be clamped tightly whilst drying.There is no room for error as each outside panels ie front, rear, roof etc are exact fits allowing 1/2mm variation,otherwise they dont fit. Theres lots of issues with the standard of this kit.The steering on the front wheels is badly designed and only has effectively lock on one side.None of the decals fit and need to be trimmed etc a number of other issues raise their heads so its not a kit for the faint hearted. Brighton & Hove Corp. buses had a Routemaster converted into a breakdown/recovery truck that was about in the 1960s,just wish I could find a photo of it .Now that would be a conversion.

Apart 2 sheets of glass around the cab,all other glass is fitted from the outside,I fitted mine last thing.The bus is basically assembled first and the 7 exterior panels can be fitted after painting.(if I wasnt clumsy with my fingers so much touching up wouldnt have been required!!).I wish also that I had used thin super glue on some of it--because of its quickness at holding.I also made a mistake by using Humbrol oil and Revell water based acrylic paints together.Doh!wont do that again.Still an enjoyable kit to make and I felt a sense of achievement when it was finished. I have a few unused glazing panels that I dont want,let me know if you need them and I will happily give them to you.