by New Lego Set: Toyota Supra from “The Fast and the Furious”
Lego has released a new set dedicated to the iconic car from the movie “The Fast and the Furious.” It is about the bright orange Toyota Supra driven by the character Brian O’Conner, played by the late Paul Walker. This car is considered one of the most famous in cinema history, and now fans can build its miniature version.
The new set has joined the Lego Speed Champions series. It consists of 292 pieces and costs $29.99 USD. The model quite accurately reproduces the legendary color scheme of the car from the movie, including the green graphic elements on the sides that were very popular in tuning at the time.
The set also includes a small minifigure of Brian O’Conner himself. Thanks to the transparent rear panels, you can see a pair of orange and blue nitrous oxide (NOS) bottles, just like in the real car from the movie. It is worth noting that some fans believe Lego is about 25 years late in releasing this set, as the children who stood in line for the first “Fast and the Furious” in 2001 have long since grown up. Nevertheless, many adults enjoy collecting such sets.
More Complex Lego Technic Version
For those seeking a more challenging experience, Lego also offers a Supra version from the Lego Technic series. It is more expensive — $59.99 USD — and consists of 810 pieces. This model has an opening hood under which is a miniature replica of the legendary 2JZ six-cylinder engine. A black handle on the roof allows you to control the steering of the wheels. You can also open the doors and the rear hatch, behind which nitrous oxide bottles are installed.
Thus, Lego offers two options for “Fast and the Furious” fans: a simpler and more affordable Speed Champions set and a more complex and detailed Technic one. Both sets allow you to recreate one of the most famous cars in cinema history and add it to your collection.
It is worth noting that the release of these sets underscores the enduring popularity of the “Fast and the Furious” franchise and its influence on car culture. Despite the fact that more than two decades have passed since the release of the first film, interest in it and its cars remains high. By releasing such sets, Lego not only satisfies the demand of collectors but also introduces a new generation to iconic movie imagery. This also indicates that the market for adult construction sets is quite large and profitable, as the company continues to produce complex and expensive sets aimed at audiences over 18 years old.
