The 60406 LEGO City Race Car and Car Carrier Truck brings a dynamic duo into the LEGO City lineup, promising a high-speed adventure for builders young and old. Released as part of the 2024 LEGO City series, this set intertwines the thrill of racing with the functionality of a transport truck, aiming to cater to a diverse audience of LEGO enthusiasts.
The set is built upon 342 pieces and is aimed at builders aged 6 and above, embodying the essence of LEGO City’s vibrant, action-packed world. While the set might not be the most intricate or complex, it’s tailored to deliver an engaging and enjoyable building experience for younger audiences. It is available on Amazon and directly from the Lego store
60406 Race Car and Car Carrier Truck
Despite being a playful set that’s easy to build, it’s deceptively articulate and immersive. Younger audiences and adults alike will be pleased with its roaring engines and sleek colour scheme, though cherry on top is that it’s a cohesive, functional piece of work.
- Functionality and articulation
- Attention to detail
- Minifigures
- Sleek colour scheme
- Enjoyable and immersive building experience
- The spare parts
Race Car and Car Carrier Truck Minifigures: A welcome realistic touch
Within this set, LEGO enthusiasts can relish in the inclusion of Minifigures that add a touch of authenticity to the racing theme. The Race Car driver, with their distinct racing suit and helmet, embodies the essence of speed and competition. The attention to detail in their outfit resonates well with the theme and adds a layer of realism to the set.
The race car driver’s helmet is interchangeable with their hair and whilst the detail may be appreciated by some, I found that it was just a bit of hassle and ended up putting her hair piece amongst the mass pile of spare parts I’ve amassed amongst my years of building. Some may love it, and some may hate it. Sadly I fall into the latter half…
Attention to detail makes the build really enjoyable
The build is divided into two sections. The construction of the Race Car is straightforward yet engaging, catering to both novice and experienced builders. The details put into crafting the car allow it to stand out, capturing the essence of a fast and sleek racing vehicle.
The Car Carrier Truck, on the other hand, brings out a different level of enjoyment to the build. Its construction emphasises functionality, with features such as a tilting trailer bed for easy loading and unloading of the Race Car. You would think that when you lift the trailer bed and tilt it at a steep angle, the car would slide off. But the 4 diamond-like pieces catch the car at the wheels stopping it from rolling away. I really enjoyed this detail as I’m sure many of you fellow builders will since it just works. That’s all, the truck just works and sometimes that’s enough.
The Car Carrier Truck is the true highlight, serving as a multi-functional vehicle. The truck itself is impressively designed, featuring articulated components to load and transport the sleek pink, blue and black Race Car. The attention to detail on the truck’s exterior design, from its bold colours to its functional elements, is praiseworthy. However, some enthusiasts might yearn for more Minifigures to complement the scale of the truck and the race car.
Final Word: It works, and sometimes that’s enough
In essence, the LEGO 60406 Race Car and Car Carrier Truck set excels in providing an enjoyable building and play experience for LEGO enthusiasts. While it may lack complexity in certain areas, its focus on functionality, coupled with a strong theme representation, appeals to the younger audience and fans of the LEGO City series.
For children passionate about racing or vehicle-centric play, this set offers an exciting addition to their LEGO collection. However, for seasoned builders seeking intricate designs or more challenging constructions, this set might fall short of their expectations.
Overall, the set successfully combines the thrill of racing with the practicality of a transport vehicle, offering an entertaining addition to the LEGO City series that’s well worth considering for those looking to expand their LEGO universe. Retailing at the fair price of £24.99, this set has great value for money and I would definitely recommend picking this up from either the LEGO website or Amazon.
60406 Race Car and Car Carrier Truck
Despite being a playful set that’s easy to build, it’s deceptively articulate and immersive. Younger audiences and adults alike will be pleased with its roaring engines and sleek colour scheme, though cherry on top is that it’s a cohesive, functional piece of work.
- Functionality and articulation
- Attention to detail
- Minifigures
- Sleek colour scheme
- Enjoyable and immersive building experience
- The spare parts
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