LEGO Technic 42125 Ferrari 488 GTE AF CORSE #51 unveiled

LEGO Technic Ferrari 488 GTE AF CORSE #51 is coming in January, bringing the iconic car to the brick.

There’s a new 48cm long LEGO Technic set on the way, 42125 Ferrari 488 GTE AF CORSE #51, which will launch on January 1. It will retail for $169.99/€179.99/£169.99.

Here’s an extract from the press release:

Having delivered prestigious wins for the Prancing Horse in the world’s toughest endurance races, the racetrack icon is replicated in minute detail to encapsulate the same unmistakeable Italian spirit as its real-life counterpart.

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This racing car model is packed with authentic features and beautiful design elements making it a true expression of Ferrari’s endurance racer. The fierce looking model features front and rear suspension, aerodynamic curves, a V8 engine with moving pistons and a steering wheel emblazoned with the Prancing Horse badge to help the model truly come alive. Original race number, sponsor stickers and the authentic Tricolore paintjob add the perfect finish to this epic model.

”Having the chance to recreate a Ferrari in LEGO Technic form is an absolute childhood dream come true,” says LEGO Technic Designer Lars Krogh Jensen. “Ferrari is renowned for their truly incredible vehicles so I knew I had to push the boundaries of the LEGO Technic system to do justice to the dominating racetrack idol. This model captures the sophisticated silhouettes of the iconic car while paying homage to its engineering powers to capture the true essence of the 488 GTE. The build is a great challenge for any fan who appreciates excellent design and is interested in learning more about the engineering and technology that goes into crafting such an impressive car.”

“When I was a kid I played quite often with LEGO bricks, so when I saw this reproduction of the Ferrari 488 GTE I was really impressed, especially considering some of the features they managed to replicate,” says Alessandro Pier Guidi, Ferrari Competizioni GT Official driver. “I have to say that to see a LEGO Technic model of a car that I raced and carried my name on has made me very proud.”

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Graham was the BrickFanatics.com Editor up until November 2020. He has plenty of experience working on LEGO related projects. He has contributed to various websites and publications on topics including niche hobbies, the toy industry and education. Follw Graham on Twitter @grahamh100.

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