Embark on a LEGO shopping adventure with the Brick Show as your guide. Get access to insider tips and tricks for finding the best deals on LEGO sets and pieces, discover new and exciting promos, and stay ahead of the game with the latest LEGO shopping trends and events. Whether you’re a seasoned LEGO collector or just starting out, our blog is packed with the information that you need to make your LEGO shopping experience more cost-effective.
Since its reveal last month, the new LEGO Brick Sketches theme received a lot of mixed reactions from the LEGO fan community. Expected to be geared towards older fans of LEGO (though the product description suggests that it is also offered to 8 years and above), the LEGO Brick Sketches sets allow some room for creative expression, rather than being desired for its virtually lacking play feature.
Nevertheless, these sets are now listed at LEGO Shop@Home for those who are interested. The LEGO Brick Sketches theme currently offers four licensed variants coming from the DC and Star Wars themes: Batman, The Joker, a First Order Stormtrooper, and BB-8. Designed by avid LEGO MOC builder turned LEGO designer Chris McVeigh, these brick portraits are built on a 12×16 baseplate that also comes with a sturdy, built-in hook that you can use to either hang the portrait on a wall or as a stand for tabletop displays.
These sets are slated to be available for purchase starting July 15. You may click on the following affiliate links if you want them added to your LEGO wishlist over at LEGO’s online shopping portal.
Various digital versions of the LEGO Catalog have already been released, and with it comes our first look at some of the upcoming LEGO sets slated for the 2nd half of 2020. And thanks once more to Swiss online LEGO retailer Mein Spielzeug, we can now have a closer look at some of the upcoming LEGO Technic Summer 2020 sets scheduled to arrive in August.
Joining the sleek and stylish LEGO Technic Ducati Panigale V4 R (42107), are three large Technic sets that cater to the advanced LEGO builder. Two of these sets, in particular, can also be motorized. Additionally, the largest among them, the 6×6 Volvo Articulated Hauler, can also be remotely operated using LEGO Technic Control+ system. Check out the following images below from Mein Spielzeug.
These LEGO Technic summer 2020 sets are expected to arrive at your local LEGO Store and online in August. I’ll make another post about these sets once they make their appearance over at US LEGO Shop@Home.
The next LEGO train set geared towards adult LEGO fans is now up at LEGO Shop@Home. A long time coming, the LEGO Creator Expert Crocodile Locomotive (10277) is the next set to feature the 18+ branding which specifically has the AFOL in mind, and more so, for fans of the classic LEGO Trains theme.
Coming in at 1,271 pieces, the Crocodile Locomotive (10277) is based on the iconic Class Ce 6/8 II locomotive, first built for the Swiss Federal Railways between 1919 and 1927. And like its powerhouse counterpart, this brick version of the Crocodile is not just for show and aesthetics. The set may be motorized with Powered Up components (sold separately), the way LEGO Trains are supposed to be.
The LEGO Creator Expert Crocodile Locomotive (10277) is priced at $99.99 and will be available at your local LEGO Store and online starting July 1st. Read on for the set’s complete product description and check out some of its official photos. You may also click the following affiliate link below if you wish to add to your LEGO wishlist.
Clear your mind and escape the daily grind with this fulfilling building project. If your passion for toy train sets has never really left you, you’ll love recreating the amazing details of the Crocodile Locomotive, a vintage classic from the golden age of rail travel.
Impressive attention to detail Inspired by the Class Ce 6/8 II locomotive, first built for the Swiss Federal Railways between 1919 and 1927, this beautiful LEGO® model is packed with realistic details. With side rods that move as the wheels turn and posable pantographs that move up and down, there’s lots to explore. Lift the roof to access the crew compartment and use the 2 minifigures to bring the story of this iconic train to life. Add the Powered Up components (sold separately) to motorize your locomotive.
Spark your passion for building The Crocodile Locomotive (10277) is part of a collection of LEGO® model building kits for adults who love beautiful design. This model also makes a great gift for anyone who loves model trains.
This LEGO® Crocodile Locomotive (10277) model kit is perfect for adults looking to build a vintage locomotive model or for anyone who loves trains and is looking for their next hobby project.
Enjoy a rewarding challenge as you bring this buildable model train to life. Then explore the features and functions packed into this set, which celebrates the classic Crocodile Locomotive train.
Discover amazing details with authentic features true to the original Crocodile Locomotive. The 2 LEGO®minifigures with tools, display track and plaque provide lots to explore after building the classic train.
Ideal for model train fans, railway enthusiasts and LEGO® lovers, this building kit for adults makes a creative gift or birthday present to transport building fans to a world of total relaxation.
This train model measures over 6” (16cm) high, 20.5” (52cm) long and 3.5” (8cm) wide, making it a beautiful display piece to show off with pride.
You can jump right into this immersive building project since no batteries are required. To motorize your locomotive, add 1 x 88009 and 1 x 88013 Powered Up components (sold separately).
In case you missed it earlier this week, LEGO has officially introduced its next big set geared towards adult fans of LEGO. Following what seems to be an accidental listing over at its online shopping portal, the company now released its official press statement about the LEGO Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Buildable Characters (43179). Plus of course, a good number of photos to help us take a closer look.
The LEGO Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Buildable Characters (43179) is a sizeable set that comes in at 1,739 and features a new brick-built take on two of Disney’s most recognizable icons. As if having a pair of BrickHeadz is not enough for this duo, LEGO has now come up with a weighty centerpiece as a kind of display set.
These buildable versions of Mickey and Minnie are scheduled to be released on August 1, with an option to pre-order the set for $179.99 starting on July 1. Check out the product details of the LEGO Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Buildable Characters (43179) below. Clicking on the following affiliate links will bring you directly to LEGO Shop@Home.
1,739 pieces | $179.99; Coming Soon on August 1, with an option for pre-order starting July 1.
If you’re a Disney fan and love their original cartoons, this is the perfect fit! LEGO® ǀ Disney Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Buildable Characters (43179) gives you a chance to focus your mind and use your hands to create a truly display-worthy item.
Fantastic retro details Based on Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks’ iconic characters, these figures feature Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in dynamic poses, with several buildable accessories including a guitar, vintage camera, tripod, and a photo album with photos of their adventures. Mickey stands 14 in. (36cm) high and Minnie stands 13 in. (35cm) high.
LEGO building projects for you Take time for you, focus on an enjoyable creative challenge and make these 2 stunning, large-scale, buildable figures to display in your home or office. Part of a collection of inspiring LEGO building sets for adults interested in pop culture, art, architecture, and design, they make an excellent gift for yourself or a Disney fan in your life looking for their next project.
Give yourself or a DIY lover in your life a creative experience with this LEGO® ǀ Disney Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Buildable Characters (43179) set. Makes a unique display and conversation piece.
Clear your mind while building 2 large-scale, detailed figures and accessories to create and display. This set lets you experience a satisfying, hands-on build as you recharge.
Once built, these iconic characters look great on display in a home or office. You can keep them together or set up a unique scene with each figure and the included accessories.
Share your love of Disney’s Mickey Mouse and enjoy this set with all its details and accessories. The engrossing build and retro look of the figures also makes this a great gift for yourself or any Disney fan you know.
Detailed, large-scale figures, with the largest model standing over 14 in. (36 cm) tall, 7.5 in. (19 cm) wide and 6.5 in. (16.5 cm) deep. This stunning set contains 1,739 pieces and can be displayed in a special place in your home.
LEGO has now officially introduced its entire lineup of LEGO Super Mario sets slated to be released in August. Starting with the reveal of its Starter Course set back in April, LEGO has now added 15 additional sets that further expands this latest Nintendo-inspired theme.
Check out these LEGO Super Mario Expansion sets, and Power-Up and Character Packs together with their respective product images. You may also click on the following affiliate links if you wish to know more about these at LEGO Shop@Home ahead of their release on August 1.
LEGO has now released the digital version of its LEGO Summer 2020 Catalog, and it’s loaded with tons of sets that are expected to be released during the second half of the year. In case you haven’t received your physical copy yet, then you can download a PDF version of the catalog right here.
Featured on the front cover of the LEGO Summer 2020 Catalog is LEGO’s most recent Technic flagship set, the visually stunning LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 (42115). As you may have noticed, the highlight of the catalog seems to focus on a need for speed, with LEGO giving more emphasis to its larger sets geared towards adult LEGO fans. Following the Lamborghini Sián, we get to see three of its equally impressive predecessors such as the Dom’s Dodge Charger (42111), Bugatti Chiron (42083), and Land Rover Defender (42110) to name a few. We also get to see a selection of brick-built vehicles coming from the LEGO Creator Expert and Speed Champions theme in case you’re eyeing on these sets as well.
We also get to see some of the recently released sets coming from the various themes as well, including those that we featured previously. We have several new sets coming from the LEGO Minecraft, DC and Marvel Superheroes, and DOTS themes to name a few. Noticeably missing in this US version of the LEGO Summer 2020 catalog are the newer sets from the LEGO Harry Potter and Jurassic World themes, which are included in the catalog’s German counterpart. These sets are still labeled as Coming Soon in the US LEGO Shop@Home portal, with some of these sets slated for an August release.
What comes as a bit of surprise is the announcement of an upcoming LEGO Disney set (or sets?) this June 17. LEGO is still quite mum about the details of this set, but if there is anything that we can get out of this announcement, New Elementary noticed that the background image used for the LEGO Disney announcement includes the same design or pattern found at the bottom of the LEGO 18+ box art. It’s an interesting piece of fact, and something that will surely be welcomed by LEGO Disney fans if that will be the case. We will surely wait for that big reveal, but in the meantime, you may want to enjoy browsing through the LEGO Summer 2020 catalog.
So what do you think? Special thanks to The Brick Fan for the heads up.
If you’re not living under a shell or in a cave lately, then it’s hard to miss what’s going around in this larger part of the world. I have to admit that I somehow felt out of tune with what’s going on recently, especially that I wasn’t around during the past week updating our blog site. Work from home as brought about by this pandemic turns out to be a more complicated, complex, and oftentimes daunting arrangement. However, far from putting the spotlight on the challenges of working from home, greater issues are pressing down on our society that is getting more traction as the days roll by. So much so that even a multinational company such as LEGO is now slowly making its stand known to the general public. As such, LEGO took to social media to weigh in on these issues and to release a statement that clarifies the availability of some of its LEGO City sets.
It is no secret on how LEGO makes its stand about the recent social unrest sweeping the US and other countries in Europe. In a rare gesture, LEGO has weighed in on the issue by stating its position on racism and racial inequality. Such issues have lately reached a tipping point prompted by the unfortunate death of George Floyd at the hands of arresting US police officers.
The LEGO fan community was quick to respond. From a broad spectrum of opinions ranging from showing support and admiration to the LEGO Group for its act of benevolence of donating $4 million in support of black children, to clear disappointment. Some fans were even saying that LEGO has now dipped its finger unto politics – an area that the company rarely dabbles with (notwithstanding the ban on the use of military guns and vehicles in its sets).
And just a day after TLG released this statement, it followed up with a gesture that shows how the company intends to keep its word. In an email sent to marketing affiliate partners, LEGO has requested the immediate removal of certain LEGO City products on their websites and other online platforms. The LEGO City sets in question were those that depict front-liners such as law enforcers and firefighters in light of the recent events that are happening across the globe. This news about LEGO’s decision in halting marketing and promotions for these LEGO City sets, needless to say, didn’t sit well with many LEGO fans. With some thinking that LEGO might also plan to remove them from store shelves indefinitely. As a result, LEGO immediately released the following statement.
We’ve seen incorrect reports saying we’ve removed some LEGO sets from sale. To be clear, that is not the case and reports otherwise are false. Our intention was to temporarily pause digital advertising in response to events in the US. We hope this clears things up. ♥️
Taken for what it is, LEGO makes it clear that it has no plans of removing these LEGO City sets from their stores and other third-party retailers, and does not intend to do so for such reasons. It also reiterates what it said in their email that they are temporarily stepping on the breaks on the digital advertising of these sets, with no mention of when they will actively promote it again.
In case you’re curious, here’s a screenshot of the sets in question. I did not provide affiliate links for them out of respect for LEGO’s request but feel free to check them out at LEGO Shop@Home.
The list of LEGO City sets that were discouraged to be marketed or advertised temporarily.
In spite of how we feel about it, I’m personally glad that LEGO has no plans of pulling out these sets from their stores eventually. I have to agree with some LEGO fans when they say that these LEGO City sets are basically looked upon as toys by children, and even as a stress-relieving hobby for adult fans of LEGO. They contain a certain degree of innocence and neutrality as most toys should be. Furthermore, being a teacher and a parent, I see these LEGO City sets as a way of helping children process what they see and hear around them brought about by these turn of events. This is where a LEGO set becomes an invaluable teaching tool in the hands of a capable parent or caretaker. LEGO City sets such as those mentioned above can help children understand the dynamics of what is going on around them.
After all, if Sesame Street’s Elmo and his dad Louie can communicate the topic of racism to millions of children and parents, I believe LEGO can do the same with bricks, and perhaps even better.
The LEGO Group has unveiled its next brick-built super sports car – in style. Following the release of its promotional video, TLG gives its official press release for the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 (42115), detailing the significant highlights and takeaways that we can expect from this 3rd entry for the LEGO Technic Ultimate Series. In case you missed it, here’s the promotional video once again.
The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 (42115) will arrive in LEGO stores and at LEGO Shop@Home beginning June 1, 2020, and across most retailers globally on August 1st. It comes in at 3,000+ pieces and will retail for $379.99. You can find official images of this flagship set right here.
INTRODUCING THE LATEST LEGO® THUNDERBOLT: THE LEGO® TECHNIC™ LAMBORGHINI SIÁN FKP 37 UNVEILED IN MINIATURISED SUPERCAR LAUNCH
Billund, May 28, 2020: Today, the LEGO Group and Automobili Lamborghini unveiled the eagerly awaited LEGO® Technic™ Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 in true style. The showstopping reveal featured all the suspense, emotion and excitement of a supercar launch event – but was miniature in scale and powered entirely by LEGO Technic elements.
The star of the show, 1:8 scale LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 embodies the unrivalled power, visionary design and futuristic elegance of the limited-edition Italian super sports car. First presented at Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2019, only 63 of the full-sized Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 models are being produced, making this 3,696-piece replica the ultimate collector’s item for luxury car lovers and LEGO fans looking for their next building challenge.
Boasting a vivid lime-green colour and elegant golden rims, the model measures over 5” (13cm) high, 23” (60cm) long and 9” (25cm) wide. This one-of-a-kind model is the ultimate addition to any LEGO collection.
The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 will be available directly from LEGO stores* and www.LEGO.com/Technic-Lamborghini-Sian from June 1st, then in many retailers globally from August 1, 2020.
A showstopping reveal
In a feat of engineering excellence, the stunning LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 made an explosive entrance worthy of any true super sports car – in the LEGO Group’s first 1:8 scale launch.
From the elegance of the setting and futuristic lighting, to the energy-charged reveal of the car’s unmistakable silhouette, the experience was crafted entirely from LEGO Technic pieces, showing that with LEGO Technic, you can build whatever you can imagine.
The unveil was shown globally to give luxury car fans and LEGO lovers the chance to experience the magic and emotion of a real super sports car launch. The video of the reveal and the making of story can be viewed here.
A design ahead of its time
The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 embodies the unmistakable power and stunning looks of the Lamborghini Sián both in design and style. The super sports car’s futuristic features are recreated in elaborate and authentic detail, bringing proud owners closer to the real model than they could ever imagine. These immersive touches include a replica of the Lamborghini Sián’s incomparable V12 engine, a rear spoiler that pops up like the real thing, front and rear suspension, and steering powered by a wheel adorned with the Automobili Lamborghini emblem.
In true Lamborghini style, the model also boasts scissor doors which open to reveal the perfectly recreated cockpit. Inside, the car’s luxurious interior has been intricately recreated with a fully-functioning 8-speed sequential gearbox triggered by a movable paddle gearshift.
Speaking about the visionary design, Niels. B. Christiansen, LEGO Group CEO, said: “This new model truly encapsulates the pursuit of excellence embedded in the DNA of both Automobili Lamborghini and the LEGO Group. Both the 1:8 model and the reveal itself are feats of engineering innovation, pulled off by incredibly talented teams from across our two businesses. The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 is a true testament that with LEGO® Technic, you can build anything your heart desires. I can’t wait to build this authentic replica of this futuristic super sports car for real.”
“The LEGO brick is an icon in the same way as a Lamborghini super sports car,” said Stefano Domenicali, CEO and Chairman of Automobili Lamborghini. “They both embody the pursuit of design perfection through constant research and development, create different emotions with every interaction, and are valued by generations. Each Lamborghini super sports car can be unique thanks to our Ad Personam personalization program and the specific driving style of each owner, just as LEGO bricks provide builders of all ages with endless possibilities for creation. This outstanding replica of the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 from the LEGO Group presents a brilliant new building experience for both super sports car fans and LEGO enthusiasts and Lamborghini is privileged to share in this opportunity with the LEGO Group.”
To make the building experience as thrilling and immersive as a spin behind the wheel of the real car, proud owners can also pop open the front hood to discover a stylish Lamborghini overnight bag and a unique serial number that unlocks special content at www.LEGO.com/lamborghini-sian.
An exclusive series of 13 videocasts featuring Automobili Lamborghini and LEGO experts can also be accessed through QR codes in two ‘coffee-table’ style collectors’ booklets that accompany the model. As fans work through the comprehensive building instructions, these videocasts delve deep into the inspiration behind different stages of the design. However, it is not just the building experience that is totally unique: the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 comes shrouded in a unique box inspired by the iconic lines, signature headlight silhouette and eye-catching colour of the original Lamborghini Sián.
It’s finally here. After several teasers over social media, LEGO is now proud to unveil its latest flagship set in partnership with Automobili Lamborghini – the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 (42115). Watch the video below.
The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 (42115) is the third set under the LEGO Technic Ultimate Series, following the release of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS (42056) in 2016 and Bugatti Chiron (42083) in 2018. This 18+ set comes in at a whopping 3,696 pieces and measures at an impressive over 5” (13cm) high, 23” (60cm) long and 9” (25cm) wide. That’s almost two feet of pure aesthetic beauty.
The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Sian will retail for $379.99 once it arrives in LEGO Stores at LEGO Shop@Home on June 1st. Take a look at the set’s complete product description together with its official images.
Experience the unmistakable power and looks of the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 as you become immersed in this LEGO® Technic™ building kit (42115). With superb detailing, the model car is a faithful representation of the original Sián FKP 37 in eye-catching lime green with golden rims.
The beauty is in the details Authentic features include the 8-speed transmission, activated by the movable paddle gearshift, V12 engine with moving pistons, and 4-wheel drive. Use the steering wheel to position the car, then check out the front and rear suspension. Just like the full-size super sports car, this model car features classic scissor opening doors.
Luxurious features This buildable car set lets you enjoy quality downtime as you bring the beautiful Sián FKP 37 to life. Presented in a luxury box, it includes an exclusive coffee-table-quality book with building instructions, images and behind-the-scenes interviews. Open the hood to discover your unique serial number and unlock special onlinecontent.
Enjoy immersive building with this LEGO® Technic™ Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 set (42115). Then explore the car’s faithful features, including V12 engine with moving pistons, steering, and front and rear suspension.
With an 8-speed sequential transmission, movable rear spoiler, opening front and rear hood, detailed disc brakes and golden rims, this LEGO® Technic™ set brings you closer than ever to the real Lamborghini Sián FKP 37.
Designed especially for super sports car fans, with superb detailing, this advanced LEGO® Technic™ construction set comes with a decorative display plate and unique serial number to unlock exclusive online content.
A rewarding building project for you, or a special birthday present or holiday gift for a loved one. This LEGO® set is presented in exclusive luxury packaging and provides a stunning display piece to own and enjoy.
In a vivid lime green color scheme, with golden rims and decorated elements, this 1:8 scale buildable model car measures over 5” (13cm) high, 23” (60cm) long and 9” (25cm) wide.
There are lots of new LEGO sets expected to arrive next month, and LEGO has unveiled a pair of new LEGO summer 2020 minifigure packs slated to arrive in June. Almost all of LEGO’s themes are getting additional sets this summer, and some of its licensed sets such as those coming from the LEGO Harry Potter and Marvel Super Heroes themes will be getting their minifigure packs as well.
These new LEGO summer 2020 minifigure packs feature a LEGO Marvel Avengers Falcon and the Black Widow Minifigure Pack (40418) and a LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Students Minifigure Pack (40419) – both of which are slated to arrive in June both in-store and online at LEGO Shop@Home. The Falcon and Black Widow minifig pack include two new versions of the iconic Marvel superheroes. This newer version of Falcon sports a pair of brick-built pair of wings, while Black Widow gets her sixth minifigure version. Included in this pack are two additional AIM agents similar to those seen in the upcoming LEGO Marvel summer 2020 sets, plus a 1×1 round stud shooter.
Image courtesy of Brickset.
The Harry Potter Hogwarts Students minifigure pack features an interesting mix of characters coming from each house of Hogwart’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. It includes Harry Potter, Draco Malfoy, Hannah Abbot, and Cho Chang. As Brickset points out, this is the second minifig rendition of Cho Chang, the first being that from the first LEGO Harry Potter CMF (71022). This set also includes a small bookcase, a few wizardry artifacts, and a uniquely printed tile that features a Marauder’s Map.
As of this posting, only the LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Students minifigure pack is listed at LEGO’s European shopping portals, with both of these new LEGO summer 2020 minifigure packs still waiting to be seen in LEGO Shop@Home in the US. However, we can expect these to appear anytime soon, so be sure to keep an eye on them.
Besides these two, fans are also excited about the arrival of the LEGO Star Wars 501st Legion™ Clone Troopers (75280). Though this does not exactly qualify as a minifigure pack, having this elite unit from the Clone Wars rendered as an official LEGO set is something that LEGO Star Wars fans have been wishing for a very long time.
Be sure to check with LEGO Shop@Home during the next few days to catch these new LEGO summer 2020 minifigure packs. I’ll also update this post once the links go live, so you may want to bookmark our blog site as well.
Thanks again to Huw of Brickset for sharing these images.
