How many pieces are in the Equipe de France Team Bus?

Equipe de France Team Bus contains 133 pieces.

When was the Equipe de France Team Bus released?

Equipe de France Team Bus was released in 2000.

🏛 Soccer

Set #3406-2

Equipe de France Team Bus

The Equipe de France Team Bus is a charming piece of LEGO soccer history.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for younger builders or those looking for a quick and easy LEGO experience, especially soccer fans.
Build: 133 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 25 ratings

Fans appreciate the nostalgic value and unique minifigure selection of the Equipe de France Team Bus, but some find the build simple and the overall design dated compared to modern LEGO sets.

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📝 Our Take

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The Equipe de France Team Bus is a charming piece of LEGO soccer history. Released in 2000, this set captures the excitement surrounding the French national team during a successful era. It's a fun and simple build that brings back nostalgic memories for soccer fans and LEGO enthusiasts alike.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors interested in sports themes and vintage sets. With its relatively low piece count, it offers a quick and enjoyable building experience, making it an ideal addition to a display of soccer memorabilia or classic LEGO models.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or a highly detailed model. This set is more about nostalgia and collecting than intricate construction. Consider sets like the LEGO Speed Champions series for more challenging and realistic vehicle builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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133

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward building process
Focus on the bus structure and functionality
Includes a variety of minifigures to represent the team
Features opening doors for minifigure access

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Equipe de France Team Bus, being a retired set from 2000, holds some investment potential, particularly for collectors interested in LEGO soccer themes or French national team memorabilia. Its relatively low piece count might limit significant appreciation, but the inclusion of multiple minifigures and its age contribute to its value as a collectible. However, condition is key, and a complete set with box and instructions will command a premium. The set's investment potential is tied to the continued popularity of both LEGO and soccer collectibles.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern LEGO vehicle sets, the Equipe de France Team Bus offers a simpler building experience and a focus on playability rather than intricate detail. While sets like the LEGO Speed Champions series provide more realistic and challenging builds, this set's charm lies in its vintage appeal and connection to a specific historical moment in soccer. Collectors interested in sports themes might also consider LEGO sports-themed minifigure packs or larger stadium sets.

6 Minifigures Included

Soccer Player Blue Torso, White Legs, Black Hair, Freckles

4 parts

C+

Soccer Player Goalie Green Torso, Black Legs, Blue Cap

4 parts

C+

Soccer Player Blue Torso, White Legs, Brown Hair, Mustache

4 parts

B-

Soccer Player Blue Torso, White Legs, Tan Hair

4 parts

Soccer Player Blue Torso, White Legs, Black Hair, Mustache

4 parts

Soccer Player, Plain Blue Torso and White Legs, Brown Hair (3626b Head)

4 parts

B-

The set features six soccer player minifigures, each with unique torsos representing the French national team. These figures add to the set's collectible value, especially for fans of soccer or LEGO minifigures.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 133
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 41 unique parts, 109 pieces
Minifigures: 6

The piece count includes the 24 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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

Sticker Sheet 2 f...

Part #: 22915 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 1× Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Trans-Light Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× Dark Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 30157 2× Dark Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× White

Part #: 3023 4× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30236 1× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Yellow

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 3× White

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Black

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 2× Light Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 30365 2× Dark Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 30383 2× Dark Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 3× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Blue

Part #: 3483 4× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 6× Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Blue

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Black

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 3855 7× Trans-Light Blue

Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...

Part #: 4033 7× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085c 2× Light Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 4× Light Gray

Windscreen 2 x 6 ...

Part #: 4176 2× Trans-Light Blue

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Light Gray

Equipment Weapon,...

Part #: 4349 2× Black

Brick 1 x 12

Part #: 6112 2× White

Wheel Freestyle w...

Part #: 6248 4× Light Gray

Sports Soccer / B...

Part #: 72824pr0006 1× White

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 22918 1× [No Color/Any Color]

🧱 Sticker Sheet 3 f...

Part #: 44100 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set includes a good selection of blue and light gray bricks and plates, useful for building vehicles and structures. The trans-light blue windows are a nice touch and can be valuable for MOC builders.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Light Blue Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 3 (7x) $1.05

Blue Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train with All Studs Hollow (7x) $1.40

Dark Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (4x) $0.80

Black Tyre Offset Tread 24 x 8 (4x) $1.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.25

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Convert the bus into a different type of vehicle, such as a camper van or a delivery truck.

🏙 Expand the build into a larger city scene with a stadium and other related structures.

🚗 Create a modified version of the bus with modern features.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

YouTube reviews of LEGO Soccer sets like 3426 and 3405, along with related fan grandstands (3403), showcase a range of sets from the Sports/Soccer theme. The focus is largely neutral, providing overviews of piece counts, features like included inflatable soccer balls, and historical context within the LEGO Sports subtheme from the early 2000s.

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LEGO Review #19 - 3403 Fans' Grandstand (2000)

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Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

BrickTsar highlights the 3426 Team Transport Bus Adidas Edition, noting it came in a combo pack with 107 pieces. Minifig Jez's review of set 3405 points out the inclusion of different nationality flags for customizing the bus, a unique feature of the era.