How many pieces are in the Piston Cup Race?

Piston Cup Race contains 31 pieces.

When was the Piston Cup Race released?

Piston Cup Race was released in 2017.

🏛 Cars

Set #10857

Piston Cup Race

Piston Cup Race is a charming and simple Duplo set.

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Who it's for: Ages 2+ · Beginner build Designed for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5) who love the Cars franchise.
Build: 31 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 96.7¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 16 ratings

Fans appreciate the inclusion of popular Cars characters in Duplo form, making it a hit with young children. However, some find the set overpriced for the low piece count and simplicity of the builds.

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📝 Our Take

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Piston Cup Race is a charming and simple Duplo set. Featuring Lightning McQueen, Jackson Storm, and Luigi, it's perfect for introducing toddlers to the world of LEGO and the Cars franchise.

This set is perfect for young children aged 2-5 who are fans of the Cars movies. The large Duplo bricks are easy for small hands to manipulate, and the set encourages imaginative play and storytelling.

Skip this if you are an adult collector or looking for a challenging build. This set is designed for very young children, consider LEGO Speed Champions sets for older builders.

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🧱 Building Experience

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0.25h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple construction perfect for small hands.
Features iconic Cars characters in Duplo form.
Includes a buildable Piston Cup trophy.
Encourages imaginative play and storytelling.

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⏳ Retired

The Piston Cup Race set has modest investment potential due to its retirement status and the enduring popularity of the Cars franchise. Its low piece count and Duplo construction, however, limit its appeal to serious LEGO investors. While the price is rising, it's unlikely to reach significant values. Collectors focused on the Cars theme might find it worthwhile, but broader investment potential is limited.

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Compared to other Duplo sets, the Piston Cup Race focuses on character play rather than complex building. It offers a more direct connection to the Cars franchise than generic Duplo sets. Collectors interested in more elaborate building experiences should consider other Duplo sets with larger piece counts and more diverse elements.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 31
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 17 unique parts, 31 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Duplo Car Base 2 ...

Part #: 12592c03 1× Black

Duplo Car Base 2 ...

Part #: 12592c04 1× Black

Duplo Brick 2 x 3...

Part #: 2302 2× Dark Azure

Duplo Brick 2 x 4...

Part #: 3011pr1003 1× Dark Azure

Duplo Car Base 2 ...

Part #: 31202c03 1× Black

Duplo Flag Wavy 3...

Part #: 31925 1× Lime

Duplo Car Body 2 ...

Part #: 33487pr0001 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Duplo Car Body 2 ...

Part #: 33593pr0001 1× Yellow

Duplo Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3437 1× Light Bluish Gray

Duplo Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3437 2× Trans-Light Blue

Duplo Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3437 1× Trans-Yellow

Duplo Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3437 2× Medium Azure

Duplo Brick 2 x 2...

Part #: 3437pr0043 4× White

Duplo Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 44524 2× White

Duplo Trophy Cup ...

Part #: 73241 1× Yellow

Duplo Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 76371 1× White

Duplo Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 76371pr0121 1× White

Duplo Car Body 2 ...

Part #: 88765pr0004 1× Red

Duplo Plate Round...

Part #: 98218 4× Medium Azure

Duplo Brick 2 x 4...

Part #: 98223 2× Light Bluish Gray

The set includes several printed Duplo bricks, making it a good source for unique decorative elements. The car bodies are also useful for creating custom Duplo vehicles.