LEGO Speed Champions: Ultimate UK Guide to Racing Car Building Sets
LEGO Speed Champions brings the world's most iconic racing cars and supercars to your building table with authentic, detailed models that capture the essence of motorsport. From Formula 1 race cars to legendary supercars, these sets offer car enthusiasts of all ages the chance to build, display, and race their favourite vehicles. Discover our complete guide to LEGO Speed Champions and why these sets are perfect for racing fans aged 9 and up.
What Makes Speed Champions Special?
Authentic Details:
Officially licensed replicas of real racing cars and supercars, designed in collaboration with automotive manufacturers.
Perfect Scale:
Consistent 8-stud width allows all Speed Champions to race together and display beautifully.
Quick Builds:
Most sets build in 1-2 hours, perfect for satisfying building sessions without overwhelming commitment.
Collectible Series:
Build an entire garage of legendary vehicles from different eras and manufacturers.
Display-Worthy:
Detailed enough for adult collectors, fun enough for young racing fans.
Formula 1 Collection 2024/2025
Current F1 Season Cars:
- Lego Speed Champions 77243 Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1 Race Car 18+ - Championship contender
- Lego Speed Champions 77242 Ferrari SF-24 F1 Race Car for Ages 10 & Up - Prancing horse power
- Lego Speed Champions 77244 Mercedes-AMG F1® W15 Race Car for Ages 10+ - Silver arrows
- Lego Speed Champions 77251 McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car for Ages 10+ - Papaya power
- Lego Speed Champions 77245 Aston Martin Aramco F1 AMR24 for Ages 10+ - British racing green
- Lego Speed Champions 77248 BWT Alpine F1 Team A524 Race Car Ages 10+ - French flair
- Lego Speed Champions 77249 Williams Racing FW46 F1 Race Car Ages 10+ - Historic team
- Lego Speed Champions 77246 Visa Cash App RB VCARB 01 F1 Race Car 18+ - Sister team
- Lego Speed Champions 77250 MoneyGram Haas F1 Team VF-24 Race Car 10+ - American team
Supercar Collection
Legendary Performance Cars:
- Lego Speed Champions 77239 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Super Car for Age 9 & Up - Iconic German engineering
- Lego Speed Champions 76923 Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision Gran Turismo - Futuristic Italian supercar
Mercedes-AMG Collection
Luxury Performance:
- Lego Speed Champions 76924 Mercedes-AMG G 63 & Mercedes SL 63 Ages 10+ - Dual luxury builds
Rally and Racing Legends
Rally Champions:
NASCAR Collection
American Racing:
- LEGO Speed Champions 76935 NASCAR Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Age 9+ - Stock car racing
Movie Cars
Fast & Furious:
- Lego Speed Champions 76917 2 Fast 2 Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) - Iconic movie car
Why Collect Speed Champions?
For Racing Fans:
- Build your favorite F1 teams
- Collect entire grid
- Follow current season
- Display team rivalry
- Authentic liveries and sponsors
For Car Enthusiasts:
- Legendary supercars
- Rally champions
- Movie icons
- Automotive history
- Engineering appreciation
For Collectors:
- Limited edition releases
- Complete manufacturer sets
- Seasonal collections
- Display-worthy models
- Investment potential
For Builders:
- Quick, satisfying builds
- Interesting techniques
- Detailed construction
- Accessible complexity
- Perfect weekend project
Building Your Collection
Start with Your Favorite:
- Choose your F1 team
- Pick dream supercar
- Select favorite manufacturer
- Build what you love
Themed Collections:
- Complete F1 grid
- All Ferrari models
- Mercedes-AMG range
- Supercar garage
- Movie car collection
Display Strategies:
- Floating shelves for individual cars
- Display cases for protection
- Themed groupings
- Racing grid formation
- Manufacturer showcases
Age Recommendations
Ages 9+ (Entry Level):
- Audi S1 E-Tron Quattro (76921)
- NASCAR Camaro (76935)
- Porsche 911 GT3 RS (77239)
- Simpler builds, great introduction
Ages 10+ (Standard):
- Most F1 cars
- Mercedes-AMG duo (76924)
- Ferrari SF-24 (77242)
- McLaren MCL38 (77251)
- Typical Speed Champions complexity
Ages 18+ (Advanced/Collector):
- Red Bull RB20 (77243)
- Visa Cash App RB (77246)
- More detailed builds
- Collector-focused
Educational Value
Automotive Knowledge:
- Learn about car manufacturers
- Understand racing teams
- Recognize iconic designs
- Appreciate engineering
- Follow motorsport
Building Skills:
- Advanced techniques
- Attention to detail
- Color coordination
- Sticker application
- Precision building
STEM Learning:
- Aerodynamics basics
- Engineering principles
- Design elements
- Performance concepts
- Technology appreciation
Display and Photography
Display Ideas:
- Racing grid lineup
- Podium formation
- Manufacturer groupings
- Era collections
- Color-coordinated shelves
Photography Tips:
- Good lighting essential
- Plain backgrounds work best
- Multiple angles
- Detail shots
- Share on social media
Gift Ideas
For F1 Fans:
- Their favorite team's car
- Championship contenders
- Complete team collection
- Current season cars
For Car Enthusiasts:
- Dream supercar
- Favorite manufacturer
- Legendary models
- Rally champions
For Movie Fans:
- Fast & Furious Skyline
- Iconic film cars
- Nostalgic builds
Value and Investment
Affordable Collecting:
- Lower price point than large sets
- Build entire collection affordably
- Regular new releases
- Accessible to all budgets
Potential Value:
- Retired sets appreciate
- Limited editions valuable
- Championship cars sought after
- Keep boxes for value
Combining with Other LEGO
Compatible Sets:
- Build garages from other LEGO
- Create race tracks
- Add pit crews
- Design showrooms
- Build transport trucks
Start Your Speed Champions Collection
LEGO Speed Champions offers racing and car enthusiasts the perfect blend of authentic detail, satisfying builds, and display-worthy results. Whether you're following Formula 1, collecting supercars, or building automotive icons, Speed Champions delivers quality models at accessible prices. Start your collection today and build the garage of your dreams!
Discover our complete LEGO Speed Champions collection at www.theimaginationshop.co.uk and start racing! From F1 champions to legendary supercars, build your dream garage brick by brick. 🏎️🏁✨
