Review of LEGO 76923 Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT Super Car
By Balazs from RacingBrick
Introduction
- Second review from the June 2024 Speed Champions lineup.
- Previous review: Mercedes-AMG cars.
- Today's focus: 76923 Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT Super Car.
Background
- Concept car designed for Gran Turismo in 2019.
- Single physical version, not drivable.
- Powertrain from the Sián; lightweight futuristic single-seater.
- Background design on LEGO box resembles a video game.
Unboxing
- 230 pieces, available from June 1, pre-order on lego.com.
- Contents: 2 numbered bags, instructions, medium sticker sheet.
Building Process
Phase 1
- Starts with one of the axles.
- Use of Technic bricks and pins.
- Transparent elements added (purpose unclear).
- Busy construction with first stickered element.
- Inclusion of short studless beam.
- Use of cross axle for connection.
- Hinged bucket handle and printed elements for Y-shaped headlights.
- Concerns about mounting method's stability.
- End of bag 1: preliminary build visuals.
Phase 2
- Begins with printed rear wheel arches and 4 stickers.
- Minifigure hand armor, cleaver, flag form rear diffuser and exhausts.
- Combination of printed and stickered pieces.
- Designers balance decorated elements with budget.
- Gold hinges folded out.
- Rear light stickers added to the modified plates (more difficult than printed elements).
- Formation of iconic Y shape with lights.
- Rear wing adjustments required.
- Front fenders and stability improvements.
Completion and Features
- Support for windshield, wheel covers, wheels.
- Finished car and driver (resembling Supercar Blondie).
- Driver fit and cockpit closure details.
- Car's final presentation and impressive real-life appearance.
- Accurate details like Y-shaped headlights, suspension elements, gold pieces, V12 engine cover, complex rear wing, diffusers, hexagonal exhaust pipes.
- Some discrepancies but appreciated effort for accuracy.
- Comparison with G63 build (personal preference).
- Sturdiness and handling focus.
- Transparent elements as placeholders for empty spaces.
- Main color: olive green with golden accents (rose gold unatainable in LEGO).
Color Discussion
- Olive green vs lime in the Technic Sián build
- Concept car only in olive green; original Sián had varied designs.
- Preference for lime version over olive green.
Overall Impression and Recommendations
- Concept cars and hypercars: not a personal favorite, but this model appreciated.
- Interesting and entertaining build despite many stickers.
- Sturdy, good final appearance; recommended.
Conclusion
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