Technic lego

[DannyScene]

Anyone built the Bolide? (42151)

I've been asked to build it for a chap at works son, I've never built a technic set, how much of a headache am I in for?

[Sporky]

I have the Bolide - I don't remember it being particularly fiddly.

[generationx]

No these mid-size cars are nice and straightforward. Enjoy it!

[DannyScene]

Thanks chaps! Looking forward to having a go at it tonight

[WPA]

Took advantage of the Argos sale to get the Mclaren F1 (42141) plus cashed in Nectar points so I got it for £91

Really helpful in Argos and the lady got both from stock so I could pick the best box.

[DannyScene]

Well I've finished the Bolide, took me around 7 hours with breaks, I have to say I'm no overly sold on the finished model so will be happy to give it back tomorrow

[Bobberoo]

I've made the decision to sell my 42009 10 wheeled crane, it's on the for sale thread if anyone's interested.

[designndrive62]

Just a heads up that Tesco have a huge clearance sale on at the moment. Lots of Lego included. I just got the twin pack BMW M4 and le mans HyperCar for £27, down from £45.

[Big Raff]

When is the new big 1/8 car being launched? Do we know what it is yet or is it still Mclaren speculation?

[dxg]

People are saying it will be the P18, which itself might just be called the P1.

And that the set might be delayed until the actual P18 is revealed.

A turntable for the model, with a "P1" on it was leaked in the last week or so.

And there's a showing to trade buyers in the next couple of weeks. So maybe something will "leak" after that...

[Megaflow]

Big Raff said:

When is the new big 1/8 car being launched? Do we know what it is yet or is it still Mclaren speculation?

I had forgotten about that. I haven't bought the Lamborghini and the Ferrari because the real cars hold zero interest for me. Its not a forgone conclusion I will buy this, depends what it is.

I seem to be enjoy Creator Expert & Icons more than Technic at the minute.

[dxg]

I haven't bought a big Lego set for ages.

Last one was the Defender which, although an interesting and fun build, was just a gearbox on wheels.

If this year's is more than that, then I might take a punt - depending on price.

[PRO5T]

dxg said:

a gearbox on wheels.

This is what's ruined Technic for me. I like some functionality but I never fancied being a gearbox builder and don't want to start now.

[Sporky]

PRO5T said:

This is what's ruined Technic for me. I like some functionality but I never fancied being a gearbox builder and don't want to start now.

The little dirt buggy and the electric recycling truck are worth a look then.

[MissChief]

PRO5T said:

dxg said:

a gearbox on wheels.

This is what's ruined Technic for me. I like some functionality but I never fancied being a gearbox builder and don't want to start now.

I had a lot more fun building my event UCS A-Wing than any recent Technic build.

[Megaflow]

Big Raff said:

When is the new big 1/8 car being launched? Do we know what it is yet or is it still Mclaren speculation?

Rumour mill says McLaren P1. 42172, launches 1st August, 3893 pieces, $449.99.