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LEGO MINI Cooper MK VII 10242 Announced

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LEGO has officially announced the LEGO MINI Cooper MK VII 10242 and it will be available in August 2014. It has 1,077 pieces and will retail for $99.99.

10242 MINI Cooper

Ages 16+. 1,077 pieces.

Take this MINI Cooper for a nostalgic drive down memory lane!

US $99.99 – CA $119.99 – AU $149.99 – DE 89.99€ – UK £74.99 – DK 799.00 DKK
*Euro pricing varies by country. Please visit shop.LEGO.com for regional pricing.

Experience the iconic MINI Cooper first hand, with its classic lines, detailed interior and fun picnic theme.

Take the iconic MINI Cooper for a drive! This beautifully crafted LEGO® brick replica of the classic MINI Cooper Mk VII is full of authentic details, from the classic green and white color scheme with white wing mirrors and racing stripes, to the opening doors, hood and trunk, sporty fog lights, detailed engine and separate spare tire compartment. You can even remove the roof to access a tan colored interior with patterned seats, veneer-style dashboard, turning steering wheel, and moving gearshift and handbrake. And of course, no MINI Cooper would be complete without a picnic basket and blanket, the perfect accessories for a cozy day in the countryside!

Features opening doors, hood and trunk, spare wheel in separate compartment, detailed engine and 2 fog lights.
Accessories include a picnic basket, bottle and blanket for nostalgic picnic theme.
Authentic replica of the MINI Cooper Mk VII.
Classic green and white color theme with white wing mirrors and racing stripes.
Lift the hood to reveal the detailed engine.
Remove the roof and access the detailed interior.
Go on a countryside picnic with this iconic classic!
MINI Cooper measures over 4” (11cm) high, 9” (25cm) long and 5” (14cm) wide.
Available for sale directly through LEGO® beginning
August 2014 via shop.LEGO.com, LEGO® Stores or via phone:

US Contact Center 1-800-453-4652
CA (English) Contact Center 1-800-453-4652
CA (French) Contact Center 1-877-518-5346
European Contact Center 00-800-5346-1111

The MINI logo, the MINI word mark and model designation are trademarks of BMW and are used under license.

LEGO Ideas Female Minifigure Set Chosen as Next Official Product

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On the LEGO Ideas blog, they have revealed the next official product, the Research Institute. The set is based on Alatariel’s Female Minifigure Set and will feature three female scientists. As we reported earlier, the set will have set number 21110 and will retail for $19.95.

Next LEGO Ideas Product Could Be Based on Female Minifigure Set

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An interesting article came out from The Brick Fan yesterday regarding the next LEGO Ideas product. A post from a thread on future product releases and rumored prices on Brickpicker just says “21110 Research Institute $19.95” and suggests that the next official set will be based on the Female Minifigure Set. TBF put together some points such as the set number which comes after the Exo Suit 21109 and the set name which was listed in the project description. The project proposed by Alatariel included 3 minifigures including an astronomer, a paleontologist, and a chemist.

More Details of LEGO Star Wars UCS Slave I

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More details are coming out from Eurobricks of the rumored LEGO Star Wars UCS Slave I that is supposedly being released later this year. The information was obtained by the forum member from a LEGO product design manager and suggests that the set will be based on Boba Fett’s starship. The Boba Fett minifigure will have a new design and the model of the ship will be similar to the size of the Imperial Star Destroyer 75055.

LEGO Batman 3 Beyond Gotham Video Game Announced

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LEGO Batman 3 Beyond Gotham was announced today (see trailer below) and will be coming to all major consoles, handhelds, and the PC with a release date of Fall 2014.

LEGO Batman 3 Beyond Gotham – The Story So Far

The storyline follows Batman on an intergalactic adventure seeking to stop Brainiac from destroying Earth. Brainiac is using the power of the Lantern Rings to miniaturize cities and Batman and other DC heroes will visit different Lantern Worlds to collect the Rings to try and stop Brainiac. Here’s the official Brainiac trailer of this latest LEGO video game in case you missed it.

The LEGO Batman 3 Beyond Gotham video game will feature 150 characters from the DC universe. It was also revealed that Killer Croc and Solomon Grundy will be featured as larger characters much as The Hulk and Abomination was in the LEGO Marvel video game. In addition, the sequel will allow players to visit the Hall of Justice, the Justice League Watchtower, and the Batcave.

From a toy perspective, we hope a few minifigs shown in the trailer will be coming to minifig form (Intergalactic Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Cyborg).

LEGO Minecraft Micro World – The End 21107 Set Now Available!

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The latest LEGO Minecraft Micro World – The End 21107 set is now available on Amazon for $34.99. As the title suggests, this latest LEGO offering features a buildable world as well as the Ender Dragon and Enderman Micromob figures.

Check out its official images and product description below. Please use our affiliate link below in case you want to add this latest LEGO Minecraft set to your collection.

LEGO Minecraft Micro World – The End 21107

440 pieces | Includes an Ender Dragon and 4 Endermen figures | $34.99

Enter The End dimension and slay the Ender Dragon!

Venture through the End Portal and reach The End dimension, then let destiny take its course! This desolate world floats in the void under starless skies and is inhabited by the Ender Dragon and countless Endermen, who thrive in the bleakness of this dayless dimension. The powerful Ender Dragon hovers ominously over Obsidian pillars bearing the regenerative Ender Crystals that are vital to its survival. Includes the fearsome Ender Dragon and 4 Endermen Micromob figures. Prepare for battle!

LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side Book Will Include Exclusive Emperor Palpatine Minifigure

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Details surrounding what minifigure will be in the coming LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side book have surfaced that an Emperor Palpatine minifigure will be included.

As you can see from this Amazon posting, the cover features the infamous Sith Lord in another exclusive LEGO Star Wars minifigure version.

You can find the rest of the details of this upcoming new collectible. Please use our Amazon affiliate link below if you want to add this latest LEGO book to your library.

Pre-order the LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side Book Right Here

Journey to the dark side of a galaxy far, far away and meet the LEGO® Star Wars minifigure members of the ruthless Imperial Army in LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side!

Witness Darth Vader battling Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker, meet the Sith and all of Darth Vader’s minifigure subjects, and explore the Death Star and all of the Sith starships. Turn the pages to find facts and information about your favorite LEGO Star Wars minifigures and vehicles from the dark side in action-packed situations and discover everything there is to know about the legendary Darth Vader.

With new and exciting photography and an evil-exclusive minifigure, this LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side book will have you questioning on which side your allegiances lie.

LEGO Creator Expert Santa’s Workshop (10245) First Images Surfaces!

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First images of the upcoming 2014 LEGO Creator Expert Santa’s Workshop Winter Village have surfaced.

Looking over at these images, we can see that this latest LEGO Creator Expert Winter Village offering will feature Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus and 4 elf minifigures. We also see Santa’s sleigh with 5 build-able reindeer.

From the picture, the workshop seems a little small, but we will have to wait to see what the other side looks like before passing judgment. A small toy factory and a North Pole sign also are seen in the distance. Here’s what we know so far.

LEGO Creator Expert Santa’s Workshop 10245

883 pieces | Includes Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, and 4 elf minifigures | $69.99 | Expected to arrive in October 2014

Stay tuned for more updates!

LEGO Summer 2014 Sets Showing Up in Stores

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I was at my local Toys ‘R Us (Mall of Georgia) yesterday and discovered a mix of LEGO Summer 2014 sets being offered early so it seems.

I found it interesting that it was such a random mix between multiple themes such as LEGO Creator 3-in-1, City Arctic, Juniors, and Ultra Agents. Check out these sets that I stumbled upon.

LEGO Summer 2014 Sets Offered Early at TRU

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Bike Shop & Cafe 31026

1,023 pieces | Includes 3 minifigures | $89.99

LEGO City Arctic Outpost 60035

374 pieces | Includes 3 minifigures | $49.99

LEGO City Arctic Base Camp 60036

735 pieces | Includes 7 minifigures | $89.99

LEGO Juniors TMNT Turtle Lair 10669

107 pieces | Includes Leonardo and Foot Soldier minifigures | $19.99

LEGO Ultra Agents Toxikita’s Toxic Meltdown 70163

429 pieces | Includes Toxikita, Retox, Agent Curtis Bolt, and Astor City Scientist minifigures | $39.99

Look for our reviews for each of these coming soon!

Have you found any in your stores? Let us know in the comments below.

LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer Officially Revealed | Set Pictures and More!

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At the Brick Show Sydney LEGO unveiled the latest in the larger-scale LEGO Creator Expert series, the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer (10244).

It’s a carnival scene that includes an impressive 12 minifigures and 1,746 pieces. As you’ll see in the pictures and designer video the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer comes in on two trucks which then convert into a dunk tank, strong man exhibit, and the mixer complete with rotating seats and glow-in-the-dark pieces.

Here are this set’s official images and product description. Scroll further and you’ll find the designer’s thoughts and ideas behind the sets through their creative LEGO designer video.

LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer (10244)

1,746 pieces | Includes 12 minifigures: a juggling man on stilts, dunk tank lady, strong man challenger, ticket lady, truck driver/ride operator, 2 women, 2 girls, 2 boys, and a queasy man who tried the mixer one too many times | $149.99 | Available starting June 1, 2014; May 18 for LEGO VIP Members

Created by MDKGraphicsEngine – Licensed to LEGO System A/S

Climb aboard the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer and hold onto your hat!

Unfold the awesome Fairground Mixer, turn the crank, and see it come to life! The fair has come to town and children and adults alike can’t wait to try the rides. Buy your ticket from the ticket booth and climb aboard the Mixer. Then try reaching the golden bell on the high striker or hit the target to plunge the dunk tank lady into the water.

As evening falls, the swirling Mixer ride glows in the darkness, before being folded down onto its trailer for transportation to the next town. This magical fairground is packed with wonderful details that will capture everyone’s imagination. Includes 12 minifigures: a juggling man on stilts, dunk tank lady, strong man challenger, ticket lady, truck driver/ride operator, 2 women, 2 girls, 2 boys, and a queasy man who tried the mixer one too many times.

Enjoy the magical atmosphere of the fairground with the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer, packed with exciting features and imaginative details.

Includes 12 minifigures: a juggling man on stilts, dunk tank lady, strong man challenger, ticket lady, truck driver, ride operator, 2 women, 2 girls, 2 boys and a queasy man who tried the mixer one too many times
Features working Fairground Mixer ride with the crank operation, 2 transport trucks, high striker, and dunk tank
Includes glow-in-the-dark elements
Mixer truck has opening doors, windshield wipers, and removable roof to access interior with bed and TV
An accessory truck holds a ticket booth, high-striker, and dunk tank
Accessories include: ice cream, popsicles, lime green cherries, a teddy bear, juggling pins, and a large and small mallet for the high-striker
Easily upgrade the Mixer ride with LEGO® Power Functions motors (not included)
Enjoy the fun of the fair!
Includes over 1,700 pieces
Fairground Mixer ride unfolded measures over 11” (30cm) high, 17” (45cm) long and 12” (31cm) wide

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