10 Intriguing LEGO Sets Released On August 1st 2024

August has a veritable bounty of LEGO sets being released, so we thought we would look at a range of them, not just the most popular. Also, keep an eye out for our upcoming blogs about the latest LEGO Star Wars and LEGO Marvel releases.

BIOMIMICRY BRICKS

LEGO Technic 42172 McLaren P1

$499.99

3,893 pieces

2,925 Insider Points

This 1:8 scale model is a fantastic replica of the real-world McLaren P1. 3,893 pieces come together to form this beautiful, aerodynamic model. Taking inspiration from nature, the real-world P1 is a sleek vehicle, and LEGO 42172 recreates the shape with panache.

The seven-speed gearbox, suspension, and V8 piston engine are to be admired. Other features include the butterfly-style door opening mechanism and the adjustable wing.

Just like the real thing, LEGO 42172 has its own unique serial number, which allows access to exclusive online content.

DOUBLE TROUBLE

LEGO Technic 42184 Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut White Hypercar and LEGO 42173 Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Grey Hypercar

$49.99

801 pieces

325 Insider Points

The real Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut is one of the fastest road-legal hypercars in the world. Only 125 were made, but LEGO has given us the opportunity to build our own in either white or grey. Both sets have the same number of pieces and are £46.99.

Adults and children alike will delight in the moving V8 engine, differential and unique dihedral synchro helix door system. This allows the doors to rotate 90 degrees and move outwards, just like their real-world counterparts.

Another feature is the steering, and there is a detachable knob that allows the steering system to be activated.

BUSTLING BRICKOPOLIS

LEGO 60423 Downtown Streetcar and Station

$89.99

811 pieces

585 Insiders Points

This is a perfect addition to any LEGO City Brickopolis; LEGO 60423 brings a flash of colour with the two bright red driver's cabs and carriage. Customers can alight onto two platforms, which include access ramps.

The turquoise and green coffee shop offers refreshments for the six included LEGO minifigures. Plenty of information boards help direct weary LEGO travellers to the correct platform.

LUCAS LEGO

LEGO 75374 The Onyx Cinder

$139.99

1,325 pieces

910 Insider Points

LEGO 75374 The Onyx Cinder is a bit of a surprise release as we have not even had an official trailer released for Star Wars: The Skeleton Crew yet. The series is due to be released on Disney + in December 2024.

This 1,325-piece model features several stud shooters, rotating turrets and a grabbing claw. There is a detailed interior for the included LEGO Minifigures to enjoy. There are also sufficient seats for all the five included Minifigures to use. The LEGO Minifigures included are:

• Fern
• Jod
• KB
• Neel
• Wim

Each LEGO minifigure has its own buildable torch, and they can also enjoy snacks at the table onboard the ship.

EXPERIENCE THE EXPRESS

LEGO 71437 Super Mario The Bowser Express Train

$119.99

1,392 pieces

780 Insider Points

Another superb addition to the LEGO Super Mario Interactive theme, LEGO 71437 includes a train engine with a huge angry Bowser's head mounted on it, two carriages, and a wagon chugging along behind. The wagon has a spring-loaded cannon that can be used to take out the opposition and make a safe entry to the two buildable stations.

There are also six buildable LEGO Mario characters with LEGO 71437. These are:

• Hammer Bro
• Boom Boom
• 2x Goombas
• 2x Para-Biddybuds

To help add to the Mario role-play, there is also a ? block and an all-important superstar block. Interactive figures are not included with this set; they are sold separately.

THE FINAL FIVE

LEGO 10369 Plum Blossom

• $29.99
• 327 pieces
• 195 Insider Points

LEGO 42182 Technic NASA Apollo Lunar Roving Vehicle – LRV

• $219.99
• 1,913 pieces
• 1,430 Insiders Points

LEGO 71486 DREAMZzz Castle Nocturnia

• $199.99
• 1,742 pieces
• 1,300 Insider Points

LEGO 76295 Marvel The Avengers Helicarrier

• $79.99
• 509 pieces
• 509 Insider Points

LEGO 41838 Travel Moments

• $149.99
• 1,231 pieces
• 975 Insider points

What do you think of these August LEGO releases? What are you most excited about this month? Keep an eye out for our latest LEGO Star Wars and Marvel blogs.

Happy Building!