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Build, race, and conquer with this 463-piece LEGO Technic set. App-controlled action puts you in the driver's seat!

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🏛 Technic
Set #42109

App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car

The App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car is a unique blend of LEGO Technic and app-controlled functionality.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for teens and adults who enjoy remote-controlled vehicles and Technic building. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 463 pcs
★★★☆☆ 3.8

Fans appreciate the app-controlled functionality and the engaging building experience, but some find the car's design less appealing than other Technic sets and the reliance on the app a potential drawback.

📝 Our Take

The App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car is a unique blend of LEGO Technic and app-controlled functionality. This set offers a fun building experience combined with the excitement of driving your own rally car using a smart device. It’s a great way to introduce younger builders to the world of Technic and robotics.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy remote-controlled vehicles and Technic building. The build is engaging, and the app control adds a layer of interactivity that enhances the play experience. It's also a great gift for kids and adults who love cars and technology.

Skip this if you're primarily looking for a display model or a more complex Technic build. While fun to play with, it lacks the intricate detail of some larger Technic sets. Consider the LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron 42083-1 for a more advanced building and display experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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463
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Building the chassis and drivetrain
  • Integrating the Powered Up components
  • Learning about gear ratios and mechanics
  • Testing the app-controlled functions

📈 Investment Analysis

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The App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car (42109-1) presents a mixed investment profile. As a retired set, its value may gradually increase, especially if the Powered Up system becomes more collectible. However, its initial high MSRP and the reliance on app functionality might limit its long-term appreciation. Theme popularity and piece count are moderate, suggesting a steady but not explosive growth potential. Investors should monitor demand for similar Technic sets and the availability of replacement Powered Up components.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Technic sets in its price range, the App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car stands out due to its interactive app control. However, it might lack the complexity and display appeal of sets like the LEGO Technic Porsche 911 RSR 42096-1. Someone might choose this set for the fun of driving it around, while others might prefer a more intricate building experience with a static display model.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 88 unique parts • 444 total pieces

Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 11214 15× Red
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 White
Technic Panel Fairing #21 5L Small Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11946 Dark Blue
Technic Panel Fairing #22 5L Small Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11947 Dark Blue
Technic Panel Curved 11 x 3 with 10 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 11954 Black
Wheel 18 x 8 with Fake Bolts and Deep Spokes with Inner Ring Wheel 18 x 8 with...
Part #: 13971 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 White
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 15100 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 15100 Yellow
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 15100 Black
Tyre 49.53 x 20 Tyre 49.53 x 20
Part #: 15413 Black
Technic Panel 3 x 11 x 1 Technic Panel 3 x...
Part #: 15458 White
Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 2L Axle Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 18651 Black
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 18654 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 18654 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Pin Hole Underneath Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 18677 Black
Technic Panel Curved 3 x 13 Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 18944 Black
Hub, Powered Up 4-Port (Technic Control+) - Clip Opening Hub, Powered Up 4...
Part #: 22127 Light Bluish Gray
Motor, Large, Powered Up Motor, Large, Pow...
Part #: 22169 Dark Bluish Gray
Motor, XL, Powered Up Motor, XL, Powere...
Part #: 22172 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Axle Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 22961 Red
Technic Panel Curved and Bent 6 x 3 Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 24116 Red
Technic Panel Curved 7 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 24119 White
Brick Round 1 x 1 diameter Tube with 90 Degree Elbow (2 x 2 x 1) and Axle Holes (Crossholes) at each end Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 25214 Yellow
Brick Round 1 x 1 diameter Tube with 90 Degree Elbow (2 x 2 x 1) and Axle Holes (Crossholes) at each end Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 25214 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Round 1 x 1 diameter Tube with 90 Degree Elbow (2 x 2 x 1) and Axle Holes (Crossholes) at each end Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 25214 Black
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 95× Black
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Axles Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 27940 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 White
Slope Curved 2 x 2 with Lip, No Studs Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 30602 Trans-Clear
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32000 Red
Technic Pin 3/4 Technic Pin 3/4
Part #: 32002 Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32009 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32017 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 Yellow
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 10× Red
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 11× Red
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b Yellow
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32184 Red
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 32270 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32291 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Red
Technic Gear 36 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 36 T...
Part #: 32498 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 Dark Blue
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 14× Black
Technic Beam 3 x 0.5 Liftarm with Boss and Pin Semi-Reduced Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 33299b Black
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Black
Technic Axle 8 Technic Axle 8
Part #: 3707 Black
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 Red
Technic Beam Frame 7 x 11 Technic Beam Fram...
Part #: 39794 White
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a 10× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 White
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41677 10× Red
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Right, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41747 White
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Left, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41748 White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 Black
Technic Panel Car Mudguard Arched 9 x 2 x 3 Technic Panel Car...
Part #: 42531 White
Technic Panel Car Mudguard Arched 9 x 2 x 3 Technic Panel Car...
Part #: 42531 Red
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Blue
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 32× Blue
Technic Axle 7 Technic Axle 7
Part #: 44294 Yellow
Tyre 43.2 x 22 ZR Tyre 43.2 x 22 ZR
Part #: 44309 Black
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 Yellow
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 48989 Light Bluish Gray
Wire Clip with Axle Hole Wire Clip with Ax...
Part #: 49283 Yellow
Wire Clip with Axle Hole Wire Clip with Ax...
Part #: 49283 Red
Wheel 30.4 x 20 without Pinholes, with Reinforced Rim Wheel 30.4 x 20 w...
Part #: 56145 Black
Technic Axle 5.5 with Stop [Rounded Short End] Technic Axle 5.5 ...
Part #: 59426 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 60483 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 60484 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Triple Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 63869 Black
Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick Technic Beam Fram...
Part #: 64179 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64391 Black
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64683 Black
Technic Panel 5 x 11 x 1 Technic Panel 5 x...
Part #: 64782 White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 Light Bluish Gray
Differential Gear - 28 Tooth with Round Axle Hole Differential Gear...
Part #: 65413 Red
Differential Gear House Differential Gear...
Part #: 65414 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 34× Blue
Sticker Sheet for Set 42109-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 65626 [No Color/Any Color]
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 6589 Tan
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 6628 Red
Technic Panel Fairing #1 Small Smooth Short, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 87080 Black
Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 87083 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing #2 Small Smooth Short, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 87086 Black
Technic Gear Rack 1 x 7 with Axle and Pin Holes Technic Gear Rack...
Part #: 87761 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Trans-Red
This set offers a good selection of Technic pins and beams, useful for MOC builders looking to add structural elements and functionality to their creations. The variety of colors, especially the blue and red pins, can be integrated into various projects.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Black Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots (95x) $4.75
Blue Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots (34x) $1.70
Red Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle (15x) $0.75
Black Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick (14x) $2.10
Dark Blue Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick (5x) $0.75
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$10.05

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Off-road buggy with enhanced suspension
🤖 Small, tracked exploration robot
🚗 Modified rally car with custom bodywork

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Charts Inventory Statistics

88
Unique Parts
449
Total Pieces
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