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Build your own London Bus

Create a brick-built version of the iconic double-decker with 245 pieces. A perfect souvenir for LEGO and travel enthusiasts!

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Set #40953

London Bus

The London Bus is a charming miniature replica.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for LEGO beginners and fans of London. ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 245 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

A well-received miniature set that accurately captures the look of a London bus, though some wish it was larger or more detailed. Great for a quick build and display piece at a reasonable price.

MSRP
$19.99
Best Price
$17.99
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📝 Our Take

The London Bus is a charming miniature replica. Capturing the iconic red double-decker in LEGO form, this set offers a delightful and accessible building experience for fans of all ages.

This set is perfect for LEGO beginners and souvenir collectors. With a low piece count and simple construction, it's a quick and satisfying build that looks great on a desk or shelf.

Skip this if you're looking for a challenging build or complex features. Consider the larger LEGO Creator Expert London Bus (10258-1) for a more detailed and intricate model.

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🧱 Building Experience

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245
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building techniques
  • Iconic design accurately captures the London bus aesthetic
  • Compact size is ideal for display in small spaces
  • Use of curved slopes to replicate the bus's shape

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
⏳ Appreciating
This set is a small, inexpensive Creator model. While it is unlikely to become a major investment piece, its status as a souvenir item and its relatively low price point could lead to modest appreciation, especially if the set retires soon. The London Bus is a well-known cultural icon, which may contribute to its collectibility. However, its low piece count and lack of unique elements limit its investment potential.

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Compare Similar Sets

This set is a smaller, more affordable alternative to the LEGO Creator Expert London Bus (10258-1), which offers a much more detailed and challenging building experience. This model is a good choice for those who want a simple and iconic souvenir, while the larger model is better suited for experienced builders and serious collectors.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 50 unique parts • 245 total pieces

Tyre 21 x 9.9 Tyre 21 x 9.9
Part #: 11209 Black
Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
Part #: 11212 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 22885 Yellow
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Red
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Flat Silver
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Red
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Red
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Trans-Clear
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 18× Red
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 White
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Red
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Tan
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Tan
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Medium Azure
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Trans-Clear
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube Brick 1 x 2 witho...
Part #: 3065 23× Trans-Clear
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Black
Wheel Arch, Mudguard 4 x 2 x 2 1/2 Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 3387 Red
Plate Special 1 x 3 with 2 Studs with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 34103 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Red
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 without Cross Supports, Modern Brick 2 x 4 witho...
Part #: 3556 Trans-Clear
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Red
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Red
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 13× Red
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Tan
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 Tan
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Tan
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Red
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Red
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs with Groove [New Underside] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 41740 Red
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised [Half Hollow Anti-stud] - Updated Version Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4304 Red
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised [Half Hollow Anti-stud] - Updated Version Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4304 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Stud Notch Left Tile 1 x 2 with S...
Part #: 5091 Red
Wheel 14mm D. x 9.9mm with Centre Groove, Fake Bolts Large and 6 Spokes Wheel 14mm D. x 9...
Part #: 5807 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 5841 12× Red
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Red
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Black
Tile 2 x 6 Tile 2 x 6
Part #: 69729 Red
Plate 3 x 3 Corner Plate 3 x 3 Corner
Part #: 77844 Red
Brick Special 4 x 4 with Axle Holes, 2 x 4 Recessed Center Brick Special 4 x...
Part #: 7796 Light Bluish Gray
Vehicle Base 6 x 10 x 2/3 Vehicle Base 6 x ...
Part #: 7808 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Light Bluish Gray
Bar 3L Bar 3L
Part #: 87994 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Trans-Red
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Trans-Clear
🧱 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10116627 [No Color/Any Color]
The set includes a good quantity of red bricks and plates, which are useful for general building and MOCs. The trans-clear bricks are also useful for creating windows and transparent details.

🛒 Where to Buy

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✓ In Stock
$17.99
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$18.99
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$19.99
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Clear Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube (23x) $1.15
Red Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 with Curved Top (12x) $0.96
Red Tile 2 x 6 (8x) $1.20
Red Plate 1 x 8 (8x) $0.40
Red Plate 1 x 10 (6x) $0.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$4.31

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Convert into different types of vehicles (truck, van)
🏙 Expand into a modular building facade
🏛 Rebuild into other London landmarks

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Charts Inventory Statistics

50
Unique Parts
245
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1