I'm a big F1 fan, and like technic sets, so I guess I am in the minority saying that I absolutely love this set! It looks superb! I don't mind that it's not the accurate 2022 car, F1 cars evolve from race to race anyway, so you can make a thousand interpretations of a correct model. I like McLaren's last year colour scheme more than the 2022 livery so I don't mind the "wrong" colour scheme either. And when it comes to technic sets, I really don't care about the functions. I buy these sets to be displayed
I have similar feelings about it! If I just take this set as it is, I think it looks great, especially for a Technic set. Technic sets when based on real vehicles and going for realism are often stuck in this weird middle point where they look close enough but not detailed enough at the same time - I think Balazs talked about this himself in a couple videos. But I think this F1 car does actually look great in that respect. I like functions but with this one I don't care, I just want to put it on a shelf. Also I'm by no means a Technic or Lego die hard fan; I only got my first couple sets recently so that's a factor as well. And same as you, I actually don't like 2022 McLaren livery all that much compared to this. To me it's actually interesting that this model is different in lots of ways from the real one - it's this kind of alternative history thing. I agree with Balazs that it would maybe make more sense to release set like this after cars were revealed, but I think the real problem is just the messaging around it, having 2022 on the box and all that. The model itself is cool imo and I'll get it for sure. Don't really care if it's true to life :)
They should've relesed this set in may or june so it would be more accurate and livery wouldn't be totally off. It's an expensive set that does't offer much of functions. And LEGO should give us slick tires for better F1 mocs
if you think 250 dollars for this set is EXPENSIVE for you, imagine in 3 world coutryes in wich FOREX EXCHANGE RATES OF ABOUT 5 TO 1 in local currency makes this set cost for me equivalent of 2000 dollars for you including inumerous taxes in my country... consider you priviledged for being able to buy one of this with ONLY 250 DOLLARS... and everyghing elso like eletronic chips graphic cards is the same story for countryes who dont have USD or EUR their maing currency
I agree with the point you made in the video - this set is a missed opportunity. They could have either release a fully 2021 car (like they did with SC set) or release this set later in the year - so we could get a proper 2022 livery and more real things from new car. As both F1 and Technic fan I will maybe pick this up at massive discount but still not sure about that.
I'm a casual builder who thinks the overall design is really impressive, smooth and natural looking. I'm not into F1 so I don't even register Lego's 2022 car accuracy oversights, but I could see how that is annoying to some.
As someone who just started with lego's again for the first time since i was a kid and as someone who's an f1 fan, having this as my first lego technic set is a dream come true tbh.
As an engineer, I enjoy these larger sets with more complex ideas as a fun project. It’s a nice break from building massive buildings and important public safety projects projects. I’d buy this as a fan of Lego and not as a fan of F1, you nailed it
Then go for the Land Rover Defender for the same price. 2600 pieces, licensed model, 4x4 with hand of god steering, full suspension, 4 speed DNR gearbox with hi-lo selector, winch, doors, trunk, and all kind of goodies. Missing a traditional v6 engine instead of the mini 6L engine but it’s a huge and compact build overall that will occupy you for at least 10 hours. Signed, another engineer seeking some bliss on lego technic haha
As F1 fan and Technic fan I consider this set a big failure, I totally agree with you. Nice review btw! I think it would have been much better if it was just a 2021 McLaren or another F1 car from the past, like the legendary MP4/4.
It might not be accurate but still looks great, I love working/functions etc but it’s not a big deal, I just enjoy the build mostly. I’m 43 with a 6 year son and enjoy building together and getting on the floor playing with them.
The big draw of technic for me are solely the functions. I love sets with elaborate functions which also very educational. The looks are less important to me. Because of this, I'm a bit disappointed with lego technic the last few years, as the focus seems to solely be on looks, not functions. It's also 90% cars, cars and cars.
I consider myself an F1 fan and I like the set, it is by far the most complete F1 car Technic has made to date and technically is enough. Pullrod suspension would be very complicated to made because most LEGO springs work by compression. I like it and will get it as soon as it is released...
Same here, I'm pretty disappointed that it isn't at least the new livery. But I still love it and will definitely be waiting on the Lego website to grab it at release.
Im currently in the middle of building this at the moment as my very first Technic build, and im really enjoying it. The sheer size of it has surprised me but its been a very rewarding build so far As for the criticism, if one remembers when the new regulations were fiest revealed, there was a mock-up car produced. This to me is essentially that mock-up with a 2021 McLaren livery on it
I am very excited about the set, I know there’s a lot of issues calling it a 2022 McLaren and the fact that the tires are incorrectly sized but it’s definitely a great looking kit and will be displayed proudly with all my other Technic cars. Keep up the great videos
As a recent f1 fan and a long time Lego fan I think the fact that it’s a weird mashup of things makes it more interesting, almost like a collectors item, I’ve never built an f1 car in Lego either so I’m still excited for it even if it isn’t the most functional or accurate to the actually car. I think it’s a good looking set and the fact that it isn’t perfect makes it have a great story about all the differences between this set and the 2021 and 2022 cars, its almost like this set is its own car concept separate from the 2021 and 2022 Mclaren cars.
Real world cars aren't really my thing, but I love your reviews. I really appreciate how you review the entire building process and not just the final product like most other Lego reviewers.
Great video, just a small detail I noticed after building a set myself. The misalignment of the steering wheel and steering can be fixed if you fiddle with how you put that second gear on. I wish Lego made this clear on how to put it on but it can be aligned
Awesome unbiased review. Keep up the good work. I am both a Lego Technic fan and an F1 fan and I agree that there were definitely some missed opportunities here to get the details right especially the tires!.... Alas I am a fan and will still add it to my collection next to the 2013 F1 I have.
Not sure if it's already been said, but you can get the steering wheel straight. I had the same problem initially, but you can adjust it by rotating the gear above the steering rack in relation to the steering rack. Note that by the time you realise this (when installing the steering wheel) it is a lot of work to get access to the steering rack gear.
You can compensate it by rotating the black 12 tooth gear by one tooth, but since the other 2 gears used have only 8 teeth the steering wheel still won't be perfectly straight.
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I am both a F1 and LEGO Technic fan and I agree with you when you say that it would have been preferable that LEGO had delivered a 2021 car. As always, great and accurate review
@@rvallenduuk Yeah, I was think pull rod gets tension from extending the node distance between suspension. Maybe it can be done by putting the shock absorber on the other side.
Thanks for the review. As a F1 fan and first time technic builder, I really enjoyed the build. That said, I appreciate you holding Lego to a higher standard. Hopefully my next Technic F1 purchase will be better as a result. Cheers!
I am a massive f1 fan and even though I would like an accurate model I am so happy there is a new LEGO technical f1 car. Will be buying this when it is realest on March 1
I built this set a few weeks ago and absolutely loved it, not only does it look striking it was also a challenging, fun build. I believe the functionality is great and not lacking like most people are claiming, I mean....do you want it to fly or something? its lego! Your issue with the steering can be fixed by changing the orientation slightly of the rod going straight through early on, I also had an issue with the steering not lining up but after re-aligning it the problem was solved. Theres too much focus on what this set doesn't do rather than what it does.
As I mentioned in the video, if you are happy with the set as it is, good for you. But that does not mean that your opinion should be everyone's opinion as well. There are other great Technic sets with more functions, even for less money, so this one also could have been better. I already built dozens of Technic sets, and I shared my opinion based on that experience. And I won't congratulate LEGO for releasing something with a huge 2022 label on the box that is clearly not the 2022 Formula 1 model, while they could have waited half a year to release a more accurate version. They could have avoided this whole ridiculous process with the sticker update as well, the set won't be available for months anyway. About the steering, what you mention improves the situation but does not solve it. Due to the differences in the number of teeth of the gears involved the steering, it still won't be perfectly straight.
@@RacingBrick I am not saying opinions don't matter, I was just disagreeing with them, as is my opinion. I managed to get the steering wheel lined up perfectly it just took patience, I didn't have a video to build for so I had the opportunity to take my time. Another point about the functionality, if it's lacking so much then please explain what would you like to see included in the set?
@@DeejaySpandex you are totally free to have an opinion about the set, just like I do, and that might be different. The main problem - as I see - is that people rather have opinion about other people's opinion, and not the set itself. I already shared in details in the video why I think the set is a missed opportunity. Having only suspension, steering and a fake engine in such a big set simply shows the lack of effort. Functional DRS, lockable differential, even a detachable nose section could add something from a functional point of view that would differentiate it from the $50 sets. Technic should be focusing on functions, and not becoming a lazy platform to build big empty shells that can be sold to casual adult builders with the 18+ tag.
This seems like a set that was designed to display alongside the other Technic 1:8 sets, where the criticism has been that the elaborate functions won’t ever be used once they’re completed, as they’re primarily display models. At half the retail price of one of those sets, it might be called a bargain, but as an F1 and Technic fan, I’m not sure that I can justify spending the money on this set due to the inaccuracies and the lack of exciting features. Great objective review, as always. Would love to see a side by side with the other 1:8 cars in the future!
If, as you say it's a display piece, then surely the look has to be more accurate. It's effectively an approximation of a generic 2022 F1 car in last year's McLaren colours, it either needs wow functionality or stunning looks, this set is sadly a bit meh on both fronts.
@@steveflatman yes, but in fairness it’s also half the price/piece count of the other 1:8 sets. It’s a super quirky set to be sure, but in my opinion it was worth the price charged. I 1000% respect other people’s opinion who don’t think it was worth it though! If you are saying that it would have been better still to have an accurate representation of the 2021 car, or a much delayed, but accurate version of the 2022 car then I am also in agreement with you there, but not enough to not get this one.
im a lego and a f1 fan, i like it. the ive seen livery reveals, and preseason liveries before, they can change up to the first race. lego could not have done much about the colors, lego sets are years in the making and mclaren problaby still had a honda engine, when this colab started. i need beside my williams f1!
I think this is an exellent set for motorization, because it has a diff and suspension already built in, and also working steering. it is also quite empty on the inside, so room for electronics. also i think it’s a good set for modification, cause you could add very much functions, just like the 42000.
Before watching this review, I consider myself a very casual lego player, so casual that I don't even have one set of any lego toy. But after the watching, I find myself to be very serious about this and any other set in the future.
I’m both a Lego fan and a McLaren fan and despite the fact that it’s not 100% accurate and has limited features I personally don’t care as it looks ace. Think I will be getting one!
Man this is probably the funniest video of yours that I have ever seen, and I have watched a lot of your videos🤣 "The wheel turns' "And it's a big but" Keep up the great work mate👍
I'm a F1 fan who likes even the smallest technicalities in the cars, tracks and rules. As a lego fan, I haven't bought or even built a set in years and when I did I wasn't the biggest technic fan. For me I would love to buy this as a decoration in my home as I understand why they made the choices for this set. the differences for the real and lego cars are just unforunate based on the release of this set and well, it is what it is. For the liverly the 2021 was better for me so I see this as a win-win
Great assembly and overall review. I’m a Lego fan and not an F1 aficionado. I really bought the set for the assembly and for display purposes. I know these Lego sets tend to have stark variations from the actual vehicles but was unaware of the subtle dissimilarities with this particular set.
If you continue to deliver such honest and critical reviews, you might end up LEGO ending to send you review sets for free :) Joking aside, nice and correct review, much appreciated!
@@Liphzzy please don't start this nonsense... that guy was warned (not even sued) because he willingly registered a logo for his business that was already a registered trademark of LEGO.
@@Liphzzy I do not start keyboard confrontation conflicts on RUclips with anyone, particularly on one of my favourite YT channels. Videlicet, I am bending a personal ethical rule to share what is factual and unbiased (ok slightly biased). Yes, that is a loaded sentence, so buckle up-I will not name call or be rude in my communique on this subject. First, you must get the facts correct and in line, and possibly doing so with respect for others. Name calling is childish and Balazs, or anyone on Racingbrick, nor any other RUclips channel needs this attitude. Held der Steine's (Hero of the Stones [sic] ) RUclips channel has continually infringed on The Lego Group's intellectual property: Lego Trademark(s). Lego must (as a toy manufacturer immediately and swiftly) send a cease-and-desist to protect the integrity of the Lego brand and any or all subsequent Lego Themes. Further, TLG maintains reputation, respectability and recognition by actively and promptly objecting to Held der Steine and the trademark(s) the German man is breaching. The channel's owner is ultimately looking for followers and in the process of realizing his mistakes, he is making a *long wolf cry* and, of course, using small businesses as a false flag of a conversation starter. I make no argument against small businesses around the world. Still, I will point out that it is only a ploy, a means to an end in this situation. A surefire way to hide and shield the truth of his malfeasance. The mention of big corporate meddling in his affairs gives him popular favour. Ultimately, Lego is not a small business. TLG is a global toy empire. This RUclips channel has consistently attacked Lego, individual Lego designers, trademark infringement, and more. It makes sense that a toy company is going to defend its name. They have learnt from past mistakes. Look them up if you wish because I am now finished. I am a bit overzealous regarding this matter because I respect The Lego Group, as a company and for it is the essence of my favourite toy ever created. I will continue to have great respect for both the little guy (myself included) and the "Big Reds" which is Lego. LEGO [ ˈlɛg oʊ ], a Duch word with the reputation of an adjective and proper noun. Good luck Held der Steine for whining about not being on lego's PR list. I will not reply to any feedback on this matter. To be repetitious, I am only stating truths using my professional view of the facts, after following this "story" for close to, if not, a year. Ps. Apologies @racingbrick for my incessant need to say something. Feel free to delete my comment if you see fit. Frankly, I finally had to say something about my feelings on this matter.
Huge LEGO fan who has only seen a handful of F1 races in my lifetime. I like the model itself, but after you pointing out everything in relation to the subject material, I’m disappointed. These are very expensive models so more accuracy is much appreciated. I’ll still grab it before retirement and add it to my LEGO garage.
Lol, they don't need me, this will be still successful believe me. LEGO creates products for the mass market, not for the die hard Technic & F1 fans :)
I really love this set and I think it gets way to much hate. Sure it is not the 2022 model. But that doesn’t make it a bad set. As a formula 1 fan I still love this set. But that is my opinion.
In my opinion The McLaren F1 car is a good set and it's comparable to last year's Ferrari 488 GTE as both sets are both cool display models at about 1:8 scale based on Racecars which are cool and are basically giant Speed Champions cars with Technic pieces. I can't wait to purchase the set when it comes out.
i always thought i was going insane when i looked at this set. Seeing 2021 livery on a car with SOME 2022 regulation properties, such as the fins on the front tyres etc. I could not figure out for the life of me what year it was supposed to be. After seeing this on discount sale I digged in more. Saw this review and realised all my suspcions where correct, ive decided against this set. Why an earth they would consider making a technic set for a car that didnt even exist yet is beyond me. Good review for true fans who appreciate accurate builds. Thanks
McLaren fan here. Couldn't agree with you more on this. Its actually McLaren 2021's livery on 2022's body. Having said that I would still buy this model as I am a long time supporter of the team.
I was thinking of buying this set so sit beside my peeling-stickers 2002 William F1, but your review has helped me make the decision. Better luck next time, Lego! Thanks for your honesty.
I will be buying this, even though it's not accurate, I'm a sucker for anything car related in Lego, plus i usually just display these on my wall. It would have been nice if everything was more accurate of course but in this case it doesn't dampen my enthusiasm for it. Great video.
I would say that the best looking Technic set so far is the BMW M 1000 RR - this is just a masterpiece and I really need another of this kind. This F1 model is keeping me calm. Thanks for video and take care! Cheers.
Wonderful video as always. Great rundown on the ins and outs of this kit. At least it's pretty with nice suspension. A shame for all it's follies. Unfortunately as an older Lego fan re-entering the scene, THIS is my entry point and will be buying one. I have missed all the previous set iterations and I mourn for my loss. At least it is a nice parts pack for my entry into F1 Lego cars and their suspension intricacies. The tires will be a nice addition as well as I have none of these, and I love it's color and shape. I will likely try to stuff motors into it and play with it's tire arrangement with monster truck leanings. Thanks again for your detailed video, and all your insights into the kits that you show!!
I'm both an F1 and a Lego technic fan and I am ok with slight inaccuracies because the cars change for every race and because it looks super good. What I didn't like is that since it is huge, it could've packed a lot of mechanical stuff in it but it's just a copy of the older grand prix racer with the DRS and lid mechanism removed (from a mechanical perspective, looks are different and awesome)
I’m a technic fan and a massive formula one fan and when you posted the first video on it I saw straight away what was wrong And you confirmed those thoughts in this video. It’s also Shame that they couldn’t do anything big to impress us with this but on the upside I will give it to the design team as the 2022 deliveries of all the cars are really hard to design in Lego pieces so the livery detailing for this model I believe is the best They could do and the most colourful
Big F1 fan and big Lego fan here - I was waiting for McLaren car reveal and video of Dany and Lando unveiling this popped up in my RUclips and I decided I need to have it. Managed to buy it already and received it on Monday. Last year livery doesn't bother me cause I actually liked it and still have mixed feelings about current one. Car generally meets my expectations - it is 2022 spec car. As for changes they could have done - size doesn't bother me that much but would prefer it on slicks. I think that the idea behind this tires was that this are showdown tires (the tires that team can run for 100km photo session). Suspension setup child be nice if it was modular from the start to easily swap between pull and push rod but it will give me extra fun trying to rebuild it myself. I already have done ideas about improving the design and maybe motorize it. So as a set I would give it 7.5/10. But I hope will bring me more fun trying to reach 10/10. Actually if it was 10/10 from the box would be less fun (that I hope it will be)
I just built this yesterday. Amd after I finished step 1 I was going crazy and thinking I messed up the steering system! I was like why aren’t the wheel straight!! And I took it apart to see why and re did it all.. and they were still crooked! I’m glad it’s just it was supposed to look like that
As many others commenting here, I am a big F1 fan and a super Lego fan. Honestly, I bought this set as soon as I saw it, exactly for the previously mentioned reasons, and with the idea of exposing it in my office, as at home I have already a huge collection including the Sian (the most difficult lego set I ever assembled), the Liebherr excavator and many others. I really agree with all your comments and criticism, nevertheless I still see this set as a must have, because in the end of the day it gives the spirit and the proportions of an F1. I would have loved a more “technic” approach, with many more functions and details, and Michael below is right, maybe a full 2021 Mercedes or Ferrari or Red Bull set would have been much better, but ok, I am having fun anyway , and this is supposed to be the goal, isn’it? :)
I'm a casual builder but an F1 fan. I really only bought this to display in the mancave and I understood everything with the new regs would be secret however, I wouldn't mind waiting for a more accurate 2022 car or getting a 2021 car. Either way it looks like it will be a fun build and I wouldn't mind displaying it. I do wish it came with slick tires though.
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Those almost like framework looking pieces are great! The first ever beams to be longer than 15L. Can't wait to grab some from Bricklink someday. And yeah, this is literally the only thing i'm excited about in this set haha. I hope this model wont be limited so that there will be alot of those pieces! And I also hope those framework pieces will be used in other models, too, to make them more accessible and less costly.
I am a big Lego Technic and McLaren F1 fan and don’t really understand why Lego couldn’t have just waited until the 2022 car was released or just made it as the 2021 car. It just makes no sense! Surely it would’ve sold a lot better that way. As for the lack of features I’m not too bothered as they won’t hardly get used and the car will just be a display peice.
I have finished yesterday new Mercedes F1and its looking awsome. I dont care if the livery of McLaren match I love F1 and I have ordered this set also. I hope there will be more teams in future to build up collection on my wall.
In your first video preview I had noticed those orange frames, but I wasn't sure about it. Now in this review, I realized that I like them as I like black ones🤫😅
you can get around the steering wheel problem mostly. remove the steering wheel and little gear directly behind it, straighten the wheels and try to keep them straight. re attach gear and you should be able to re attach steering wheel somewhere near straight.
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I'm a big F1 fan, and like technic sets, so I guess I am in the minority saying that I absolutely love this set! It looks superb! I don't mind that it's not the accurate 2022 car, F1 cars evolve from race to race anyway, so you can make a thousand interpretations of a correct model. I like McLaren's last year colour scheme more than the 2022 livery so I don't mind the "wrong" colour scheme either. And when it comes to technic sets, I really don't care about the functions. I buy these sets to be displayed
I'm Glad to hear it. As some one who thinks "meh- need more gears." I'm glad to hear from some one loves it "flaws" and all.
I have similar feelings about it! If I just take this set as it is, I think it looks great, especially for a Technic set. Technic sets when based on real vehicles and going for realism are often stuck in this weird middle point where they look close enough but not detailed enough at the same time - I think Balazs talked about this himself in a couple videos. But I think this F1 car does actually look great in that respect.
I like functions but with this one I don't care, I just want to put it on a shelf. Also I'm by no means a Technic or Lego die hard fan; I only got my first couple sets recently so that's a factor as well.
And same as you, I actually don't like 2022 McLaren livery all that much compared to this. To me it's actually interesting that this model is different in lots of ways from the real one - it's this kind of alternative history thing. I agree with Balazs that it would maybe make more sense to release set like this after cars were revealed, but I think the real problem is just the messaging around it, having 2022 on the box and all that. The model itself is cool imo and I'll get it for sure. Don't really care if it's true to life :)
Finally someone who understands 👌🏾
You said it! Exactly my opinion
sumed up my pov pretty well
As a formula 1 and lego fan, i think this is an appealing set. I wish they've included some additional pieces that could cover the engine.
I agree it would make it alot nicer to cover the engine.. Even make it so you can take the panels off.
Yeah same, that would have been so much better. Do you have any ideas to cover them up (ive ordered one).
Agree
I disagree. I like to see the pistons move
They should've relesed this set in may or june so it would be more accurate and livery wouldn't be totally off. It's an expensive set that does't offer much of functions. And LEGO should give us slick tires for better F1 mocs
if you think 250 dollars for this set is EXPENSIVE for you, imagine in 3 world coutryes in wich FOREX EXCHANGE RATES OF ABOUT 5 TO 1 in local currency makes this set cost for me equivalent of 2000 dollars for you including inumerous taxes in my country... consider you priviledged for being able to buy one of this with ONLY 250 DOLLARS... and everyghing elso like eletronic chips graphic cards is the same story for countryes who dont have USD or EUR their maing currency
I agree with the point you made in the video - this set is a missed opportunity. They could have either release a fully 2021 car (like they did with SC set) or release this set later in the year - so we could get a proper 2022 livery and more real things from new car. As both F1 and Technic fan I will maybe pick this up at massive discount but still not sure about that.
or, hear me out... they should've released this model as the gulf-tribute livery from Monaco '21!
yeah its 180 on zavvi but im waiting for at least 20-25 percent off
SC Set?
I'm a casual builder who thinks the overall design is really impressive, smooth and natural looking. I'm not into F1 so I don't even register Lego's 2022 car accuracy oversights, but I could see how that is annoying to some.
As someone who just started with lego's again for the first time since i was a kid and as someone who's an f1 fan, having this as my first lego technic set is a dream come true tbh.
As an engineer, I enjoy these larger sets with more complex ideas as a fun project. It’s a nice break from building massive buildings and important public safety projects projects. I’d buy this as a fan of Lego and not as a fan of F1, you nailed it
Then go for the Land Rover Defender for the same price. 2600 pieces, licensed model, 4x4 with hand of god steering, full suspension, 4 speed DNR gearbox with hi-lo selector, winch, doors, trunk, and all kind of goodies. Missing a traditional v6 engine instead of the mini 6L engine but it’s a huge and compact build overall that will occupy you for at least 10 hours. Signed, another engineer seeking some bliss on lego technic haha
Beautiful set, but the lack of functions is disappointing. I wouldn't mind more cost for more features, to really make it unique and appreciable.
Sorry, but like. Yall have been saying this for three years now, lego is never going to listen.
Agree very shocked I can't drive it around...
What additional features would you want?
@@greeber18 features that would make it the next 1:8 scale supercar
Disturbing is an odd choice of word - maybe disappointing! Ha
Just finished the build. Had a great time. For us new technic builders it's nice to have an F1 1:8 that's not retired
As F1 fan and Technic fan I consider this set a big failure, I totally agree with you. Nice review btw!
I think it would have been much better if it was just a 2021 McLaren or another F1 car from the past, like the legendary MP4/4.
Totally agree with you I think they could just have released the set one year later because the 2022 car wont differ too much from the 2023 car.
@@juliuseder8365, I had the same thought.
Now that would have been a legendary Technic super car
McLaren F1 GTR please
@@juliuseder8365 the 2022 cars also just look so much better than the previous aesthetically ugly cars since the turbo-hybrid era
It might not be accurate but still looks great, I love working/functions etc but it’s not a big deal, I just enjoy the build mostly. I’m 43 with a 6 year son and enjoy building together and getting on the floor playing with them.
The big draw of technic for me are solely the functions. I love sets with elaborate functions which also very educational. The looks are less important to me. Because of this, I'm a bit disappointed with lego technic the last few years, as the focus seems to solely be on looks, not functions. It's also 90% cars, cars and cars.
Save your money and buy him several of the new speed champions cars. You and he will have even more fun, and the W12 is better looking than this
@@stevebricker2542 no way you believe the speed champion w12 is better looking
I consider myself an F1 fan and I like the set, it is by far the most complete F1 car Technic has made to date and technically is enough.
Pullrod suspension would be very complicated to made because most LEGO springs work by compression.
I like it and will get it as soon as it is released...
FIY: Pullrod works with compression springs too in real life. It's just about how you arrange the rocker that redirects the movement/force.
Same here, I'm pretty disappointed that it isn't at least the new livery.
But I still love it and will definitely be waiting on the Lego website to grab it at release.
Im currently in the middle of building this at the moment as my very first Technic build, and im really enjoying it. The sheer size of it has surprised me but its been a very rewarding build so far
As for the criticism, if one remembers when the new regulations were fiest revealed, there was a mock-up car produced. This to me is essentially that mock-up with a 2021 McLaren livery on it
I am very excited about the set, I know there’s a lot of issues calling it a 2022 McLaren and the fact that the tires are incorrectly sized but it’s definitely a great looking kit and will be displayed proudly with all my other Technic cars. Keep up the great videos
Haven;t touched LEGO since I was a kid but since I've recently gotten into F1 and McLaren, I had to get this set and wow has it not disappointed!!
As a recent f1 fan and a long time Lego fan I think the fact that it’s a weird mashup of things makes it more interesting, almost like a collectors item, I’ve never built an f1 car in Lego either so I’m still excited for it even if it isn’t the most functional or accurate to the actually car. I think it’s a good looking set and the fact that it isn’t perfect makes it have a great story about all the differences between this set and the 2021 and 2022 cars, its almost like this set is its own car concept separate from the 2021 and 2022 Mclaren cars.
Dude...if you like it, there's no shame in admitting it.
But don't tell me that a very inaccurate car it's "more interesting" than the actual one.
@@h24anderant64 it’s not necessarily more interesting just a funny example of how secretive f1 can be that makes the story around the set kinda cool
Real world cars aren't really my thing, but I love your reviews. I really appreciate how you review the entire building process and not just the final product like most other Lego reviewers.
Great video, just a small detail I noticed after building a set myself. The misalignment of the steering wheel and steering can be fixed if you fiddle with how you put that second gear on. I wish Lego made this clear on how to put it on but it can be aligned
Thank you !!!!’❤❤❤❤
Awesome unbiased review. Keep up the good work. I am both a Lego Technic fan and an F1 fan and I agree that there were definitely some missed opportunities here to get the details right especially the tires!.... Alas I am a fan and will still add it to my collection next to the 2013 F1 I have.
Finally what I've been waiting for
12:50 Maybe they didn't, because Lando didn't approve putting Inters on a Mclaren.
Poor, poor Lando
Not sure if it's already been said, but you can get the steering wheel straight. I had the same problem initially, but you can adjust it by rotating the gear above the steering rack in relation to the steering rack. Note that by the time you realise this (when installing the steering wheel) it is a lot of work to get access to the steering rack gear.
You can compensate it by rotating the black 12 tooth gear by one tooth, but since the other 2 gears used have only 8 teeth the steering wheel still won't be perfectly straight.
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Yeh, i agree that its not quite accurate. But, i still love it because it looks beautiful as a display piece! Great video!
Huge f1 here and that looks wicked, most f1 fans are not Lego experts. They won’t care
that is one very nice lego car
I'd don't think it's that bad,I just wish there was more functions to play with
I am both a F1 and LEGO Technic fan and I agree with you when you say that it would have been preferable that LEGO had delivered a 2021 car. As always, great and accurate review
Don't care what anyone says, it looks mint, and I will be getting it!!!
Will be interesting to see if anyone manages to rebuild the 2022 model out of this, but i dont think pull rod is possible with lego
It can be done with rubberbands, unless lego is willing to make custom pull-shock absorber for the set.
@@jkliao6486 Pull rod refers to the linkage, not the shocks. You can make pull rod suspension with the current shocks.
@@rvallenduuk Yeah, I was think pull rod gets tension from extending the node distance between suspension. Maybe it can be done by putting the shock absorber on the other side.
Thanks for the review. As a F1 fan and first time technic builder, I really enjoyed the build. That said, I appreciate you holding Lego to a higher standard. Hopefully my next Technic F1 purchase will be better as a result. Cheers!
I am a massive f1 fan and even though I would like an accurate model I am so happy there is a new LEGO technical f1 car. Will be buying this when it is realest on March 1
I built this set a few weeks ago and absolutely loved it, not only does it look striking it was also a challenging, fun build.
I believe the functionality is great and not lacking like most people are claiming, I mean....do you want it to fly or something? its lego!
Your issue with the steering can be fixed by changing the orientation slightly of the rod going straight through early on, I also had an issue with the steering not lining up but after re-aligning it the problem was solved.
Theres too much focus on what this set doesn't do rather than what it does.
As I mentioned in the video, if you are happy with the set as it is, good for you. But that does not mean that your opinion should be everyone's opinion as well. There are other great Technic sets with more functions, even for less money, so this one also could have been better. I already built dozens of Technic sets, and I shared my opinion based on that experience.
And I won't congratulate LEGO for releasing something with a huge 2022 label on the box that is clearly not the 2022 Formula 1 model, while they could have waited half a year to release a more accurate version. They could have avoided this whole ridiculous process with the sticker update as well, the set won't be available for months anyway.
About the steering, what you mention improves the situation but does not solve it. Due to the differences in the number of teeth of the gears involved the steering, it still won't be perfectly straight.
@@RacingBrick I am not saying opinions don't matter, I was just disagreeing with them, as is my opinion. I managed to get the steering wheel lined up perfectly it just took patience, I didn't have a video to build for so I had the opportunity to take my time. Another point about the functionality, if it's lacking so much then please explain what would you like to see included in the set?
@@DeejaySpandex you are totally free to have an opinion about the set, just like I do, and that might be different. The main problem - as I see - is that people rather have opinion about other people's opinion, and not the set itself.
I already shared in details in the video why I think the set is a missed opportunity. Having only suspension, steering and a fake engine in such a big set simply shows the lack of effort. Functional DRS, lockable differential, even a detachable nose section could add something from a functional point of view that would differentiate it from the $50 sets. Technic should be focusing on functions, and not becoming a lazy platform to build big empty shells that can be sold to casual adult builders with the 18+ tag.
Honestly I just love this set I don’t care loads about the authenticity
This seems like a set that was designed to display alongside the other Technic 1:8 sets, where the criticism has been that the elaborate functions won’t ever be used once they’re completed, as they’re primarily display models. At half the retail price of one of those sets, it might be called a bargain, but as an F1 and Technic fan, I’m not sure that I can justify spending the money on this set due to the inaccuracies and the lack of exciting features.
Great objective review, as always. Would love to see a side by side with the other 1:8 cars in the future!
If, as you say it's a display piece, then surely the look has to be more accurate. It's effectively an approximation of a generic 2022 F1 car in last year's McLaren colours, it either needs wow functionality or stunning looks, this set is sadly a bit meh on both fronts.
@@steveflatman yes, but in fairness it’s also half the price/piece count of the other 1:8 sets. It’s a super quirky set to be sure, but in my opinion it was worth the price charged. I 1000% respect other people’s opinion who don’t think it was worth it though! If you are saying that it would have been better still to have an accurate representation of the 2021 car, or a much delayed, but accurate version of the 2022 car then I am also in agreement with you there, but not enough to not get this one.
im a lego and a f1 fan, i like it. the ive seen livery reveals, and preseason liveries before, they can change up to the first race. lego could not have done much about the colors, lego sets are years in the making and mclaren problaby still had a honda engine, when this colab started. i need beside my williams f1!
I think this is an exellent set for motorization, because it has a diff and suspension already built in, and also working steering. it is also quite empty on the inside, so room for electronics.
also i think it’s a good set for modification, cause you could add very much functions, just like the 42000.
Smart thinking!
@@aaronwjs thank you!
@@robinhood184xD you are most welcome!
Before watching this review, I consider myself a very casual lego player, so casual that I don't even have one set of any lego toy. But after the watching, I find myself to be very serious about this and any other set in the future.
I’m both a Lego fan and a McLaren fan and despite the fact that it’s not 100% accurate and has limited features I personally don’t care as it looks ace. Think I will be getting one!
It looks great for the most part. After watching the whole video, I will not be rushing out to buy it. Thanks for the review!
Man this is probably the funniest video of yours that I have ever seen, and I have watched a lot of your videos🤣
"The wheel turns'
"And it's a big but"
Keep up the great work mate👍
Got a weird feeling, that speed champions' version is more impressive and interesting. Here I really miss functions - this is a Technic after all.
I'm a F1 fan who likes even the smallest technicalities in the cars, tracks and rules. As a lego fan, I haven't bought or even built a set in years and when I did I wasn't the biggest technic fan. For me I would love to buy this as a decoration in my home as I understand why they made the choices for this set. the differences for the real and lego cars are just unforunate based on the release of this set and well, it is what it is. For the liverly the 2021 was better for me so I see this as a win-win
Great assembly and overall review. I’m a Lego fan and not an F1 aficionado. I really bought the set for the assembly and for display purposes. I know these Lego sets tend to have stark variations from the actual vehicles but was unaware of the subtle dissimilarities with this particular set.
I wonder if Lego are going to make the entire line up of all of the f1 cars. That will be cool
If you continue to deliver such honest and critical reviews, you might end up LEGO ending to send you review sets for free :) Joking aside, nice and correct review, much appreciated!
Luckily LEGO designers doesn't mind critical reviews if they make sense ;)
@@RacingBrick They do actually. They keep sueing a german RUclipsr called 'HeldDerSteine' for his critical reviews on Lego.
@@Liphzzy please don't start this nonsense... that guy was warned (not even sued) because he willingly registered a logo for his business that was already a registered trademark of LEGO.
@@RacingBrick That is not the instance I am referring to. But go off. ;)
Moron.
@@Liphzzy I do not start keyboard confrontation conflicts on RUclips with anyone, particularly on one of my favourite YT channels. Videlicet, I am bending a personal ethical rule to share what is factual and unbiased (ok slightly biased). Yes, that is a loaded sentence, so buckle up-I will not name call or be rude in my communique on this subject.
First, you must get the facts correct and in line, and possibly doing so with respect for others. Name calling is childish and Balazs, or anyone on Racingbrick, nor any other RUclips channel needs this attitude.
Held der Steine's (Hero of the Stones [sic] ) RUclips channel has continually infringed on The Lego Group's intellectual property: Lego Trademark(s). Lego must (as a toy manufacturer immediately and swiftly) send a cease-and-desist to protect the integrity of the Lego brand and any or all subsequent Lego Themes. Further, TLG maintains reputation, respectability and recognition by actively and promptly objecting to Held der Steine and the trademark(s) the German man is breaching.
The channel's owner is ultimately looking for followers and in the process of realizing his mistakes, he is making a *long wolf cry* and, of course, using small businesses as a false flag of a conversation starter. I make no argument against small businesses around the world. Still, I will point out that it is only a ploy, a means to an end in this situation. A surefire way to hide and shield the truth of his malfeasance. The mention of big corporate meddling in his affairs gives him popular favour.
Ultimately, Lego is not a small business. TLG is a global toy empire. This RUclips channel has consistently attacked Lego, individual Lego designers, trademark infringement, and more. It makes sense that a toy company is going to defend its name. They have learnt from past mistakes. Look them up if you wish because I am now finished.
I am a bit overzealous regarding this matter because I respect The Lego Group, as a company and for it is the essence of my favourite toy ever created. I will continue to have great respect for both the little guy (myself included) and the "Big Reds" which is Lego. LEGO [ ˈlɛg oʊ ], a Duch word with the reputation of an adjective and proper noun.
Good luck Held der Steine for whining about not being on lego's PR list. I will not reply to any feedback on this matter. To be repetitious, I am only stating truths using my professional view of the facts, after following this "story" for close to, if not, a year.
Ps. Apologies @racingbrick for my incessant need to say something. Feel free to delete my comment if you see fit. Frankly, I finally had to say something about my feelings on this matter.
Today I have rebuilded my lego 42000 f1 and I am amazed by how similar the building techniques are
from the start I actually wanted this set a lot, but after his review I think I'll get a different Technic set
Huge LEGO fan who has only seen a handful of F1 races in my lifetime. I like the model itself, but after you pointing out everything in relation to the subject material, I’m disappointed. These are very expensive models so more accuracy is much appreciated. I’ll still grab it before retirement and add it to my LEGO garage.
Just ordered it 2 days ago and I cant wait!Great review
Lego should use you as a consultant in the conception stage of these sets.
Lol, they don't need me, this will be still successful believe me. LEGO creates products for the mass market, not for the die hard Technic & F1 fans :)
You do good work I think it looks awesome
I really love this set and I think it gets way to much hate. Sure it is not the 2022 model. But that doesn’t make it a bad set. As a formula 1 fan I still love this set. But that is my opinion.
I want to like it. It may bring an interesting “did you know..” moment whenever someone outside of the F1 fanbase looks at it
In my opinion The McLaren F1 car is a good set and it's comparable to last year's Ferrari 488 GTE as both sets are both cool display models at about 1:8 scale based on Racecars which are cool and are basically giant Speed Champions cars with Technic pieces. I can't wait to purchase the set when it comes out.
Why is the Lego car running wet tires lol
i always thought i was going insane when i looked at this set. Seeing 2021 livery on a car with SOME 2022 regulation properties, such as the fins on the front tyres etc. I could not figure out for the life of me what year it was supposed to be. After seeing this on discount sale I digged in more. Saw this review and realised all my suspcions where correct, ive decided against this set. Why an earth they would consider making a technic set for a car that didnt even exist yet is beyond me. Good review for true fans who appreciate accurate builds. Thanks
Je trouve que c'est, de loin, la meilleur F1 que Lego ai faite, elle est très réussi.
McLaren fan here. Couldn't agree with you more on this. Its actually McLaren 2021's livery on 2022's body. Having said that I would still buy this model as I am a long time supporter of the team.
Are there 5-6 small pieces left after finishing bag 1?
I was thinking of buying this set so sit beside my peeling-stickers 2002 William F1, but your review has helped me make the decision. Better luck next time, Lego! Thanks for your honesty.
I will be buying this, even though it's not accurate, I'm a sucker for anything car related in Lego, plus i usually just display these on my wall. It would have been nice if everything was more accurate of course but in this case it doesn't dampen my enthusiasm for it. Great video.
Another phenomenal video, as always! 👍👍
I have a Ferrari F1 from years ago, and WOW they have come a long way. Building the Ferrari F488 this weekend. First built in years.
I can't wait to buy this. Great review.
I would say that the best looking Technic set so far is the BMW M 1000 RR - this is just a masterpiece and I really need another of this kind. This F1 model is keeping me calm. Thanks for video and take care! Cheers.
Wonderful video as always. Great rundown on the ins and outs of this kit. At least it's pretty with nice suspension. A shame for all it's follies. Unfortunately as an older Lego fan re-entering the scene, THIS is my entry point and will be buying one. I have missed all the previous set iterations and I mourn for my loss. At least it is a nice parts pack for my entry into F1 Lego cars and their suspension intricacies. The tires will be a nice addition as well as I have none of these, and I love it's color and shape. I will likely try to stuff motors into it and play with it's tire arrangement with monster truck leanings. Thanks again for your detailed video, and all your insights into the kits that you show!!
I just finished mine and my steering wheel is straight when my wheels are straight? I was waiting to be triggered because yours wasn’t :/
Got this today. My first ever set
I just want the parts, and those front black curved panels are looking very convincing for me to buy this set.
This set looks sooo cool
I'm both a Technic and F1 fan and I totally agree with you. They should have waited to summer and then announce the set. They've done it to early.
Have not built lego for over ten years because for me i rather spend my money on other stuff but as a mclaren f1 fan its a must have
I'm both an F1 and a Lego technic fan and I am ok with slight inaccuracies because the cars change for every race and because it looks super good. What I didn't like is that since it is huge, it could've packed a lot of mechanical stuff in it but it's just a copy of the older grand prix racer with the DRS and lid mechanism removed (from a mechanical perspective, looks are different and awesome)
If Lego continue the Formula 1 collection and make all these corrections, this set is a good candidate to be kind of unique among the collectors
I’m a technic fan and a massive formula one fan and when you posted the first video on it I saw straight away what was wrong And you confirmed those thoughts in this video. It’s also Shame that they couldn’t do anything big to impress us with this but on the upside I will give it to the design team as the 2022 deliveries of all the cars are really hard to design in Lego pieces so the livery detailing for this model I believe is the best They could do and the most colourful
Wow, what an impressive review! First time seeing your videos but defiantly will follow.
The "differential lock" was also mentioned in a news post on the Lego website but it has since been edited.
Big F1 fan and big Lego fan here - I was waiting for McLaren car reveal and video of Dany and Lando unveiling this popped up in my RUclips and I decided I need to have it. Managed to buy it already and received it on Monday. Last year livery doesn't bother me cause I actually liked it and still have mixed feelings about current one. Car generally meets my expectations - it is 2022 spec car. As for changes they could have done - size doesn't bother me that much but would prefer it on slicks. I think that the idea behind this tires was that this are showdown tires (the tires that team can run for 100km photo session). Suspension setup child be nice if it was modular from the start to easily swap between pull and push rod but it will give me extra fun trying to rebuild it myself. I already have done ideas about improving the design and maybe motorize it. So as a set I would give it 7.5/10. But I hope will bring me more fun trying to reach 10/10. Actually if it was 10/10 from the box would be less fun (that I hope it will be)
I did this build also, I enjoyed the whole thing.
I just built this yesterday. Amd after I finished step 1 I was going crazy and thinking I messed up the steering system! I was like why aren’t the wheel straight!! And I took it apart to see why and re did it all.. and they were still crooked! I’m glad it’s just it was supposed to look like that
I pulled the trigger on this one but thank you for saving me from buying the bmw bike and the 488.
As many others commenting here, I am a big F1 fan and a super Lego fan. Honestly, I bought this set as soon as I saw it, exactly for the previously mentioned reasons, and with the idea of exposing it in my office, as at home I have already a huge collection including the Sian (the most difficult lego set I ever assembled), the Liebherr excavator and many others.
I really agree with all your comments and criticism, nevertheless I still see this set as a must have, because in the end of the day it gives the spirit and the proportions of an F1. I would have loved a more “technic” approach, with many more functions and details, and Michael below is right, maybe a full 2021 Mercedes or Ferrari or Red Bull set would have been much better, but ok, I am having fun anyway , and this is supposed to be the goal, isn’it? :)
One problem the tires aren’t slicks
cant wait to get this next week! I wish they made more though, i love the Red Bull and Williams liveries
Yes i can’t wait for this set
I'm a casual builder but an F1 fan. I really only bought this to display in the mancave and I understood everything with the new regs would be secret however, I wouldn't mind waiting for a more accurate 2022 car or getting a 2021 car. Either way it looks like it will be a fun build and I wouldn't mind displaying it. I do wish it came with slick tires though.
Én valami fűszeresebb műszaki megoldást hiányolok a szettből...kecsegtetőbb volt a hírek alapján.
Gyakorlatilag felfüggesztés, lengéscsillapítás, motor, difi...pedig nem kellene sok hozzá.
De első blikkre formás darab. Remek videó lett!
Blippi approves! 👍🏻
love the set, took me 4 evenings to build, I think its beautiful and I don't mind the lack of functions, its more of a display anyway
Those almost like framework looking pieces are great! The first ever beams to be longer than 15L. Can't wait to grab some from Bricklink someday. And yeah, this is literally the only thing i'm excited about in this set haha.
I hope this model wont be limited so that there will be alot of those pieces! And I also hope those framework pieces will be used in other models, too, to make them more accessible and less costly.
I was thinking the same thing.
I am a big Lego Technic and McLaren F1 fan and don’t really understand why Lego couldn’t have just waited until the 2022 car was released or just made it as the 2021 car. It just makes no sense! Surely it would’ve sold a lot better that way. As for the lack of features I’m not too bothered as they won’t hardly get used and the car will just be a display peice.
4:47 "The lego's 'all-black squad'". Indeed, I wish lego had kept using 3L black pins, since they are definitely not cheap nowadays.
I have finished yesterday new Mercedes F1and its looking awsome. I dont care if the livery of McLaren match I love F1 and I have ordered this set also. I hope there will be more teams in future to build up collection on my wall.
Saterday is my birthday, and i got myself a Lego set now since ..... 20 years ago. As McLaren fan i had to buy it.
Good review. Unbiased.
In your first video preview I had noticed those orange frames, but I wasn't sure about it. Now in this review, I realized that I like them as I like black ones🤫😅
you can get around the steering wheel problem mostly. remove the steering wheel and little gear directly behind it, straighten the wheels and try to keep them straight. re attach gear and you should be able to re attach steering wheel somewhere near straight.
Due to the number of teeth on the gears and their alignment this is the closest you can get
I’ve been wanting this set since I’m a big f1 fan couldn’t get it sadly hope it comes back in stock for me soon
42000 is still really awesome despite being generic it was a fun crazy build