Extreme Racing Action!
Build the NEOM McLaren

Experience the thrill of off-road racing with this 252-piece LEGO Technic set featuring a cool pull-back function. Perfect for young motorsport fans!

🏛 Technic
Set #42166

NEOM McLaren Extreme E Race Car

The NEOM McLaren Extreme E Race Car is a fantastic entry point into the Technic world.

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 7+ · Beginner build Younger builders interested in Technic, car enthusiasts, and fans of the Extreme E racing series.
Build
252 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$26.99 list price · 10.7¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★☆☆ 3.5 community rating from 42 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accurate representation of the NEOM McLaren Extreme E car and the fun pull-back action, but some find the build too simple and the price slightly high for the piece count.

📝 Our Take

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The NEOM McLaren Extreme E Race Car is a fantastic entry point into the Technic world. This set perfectly captures the rugged aesthetic of the Extreme E series, with chunky tires and a vibrant color scheme that stands out.

This set is perfect for younger builders and Technic beginners. The pull-back motor adds a fun play feature, and the build is straightforward enough to be completed in an afternoon.

Skip this if you're a seasoned Technic builder seeking a complex project. Consider larger Technic sets with more intricate mechanisms for a greater challenge.

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🧱 Building Experience

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252
Pieces
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2h
Estimated Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
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18cm × 10cm × 8cm
Dimensions
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and engaging build process.
  • Introduction to basic Technic elements and construction.
  • Functional pull-back motor for racing action.
  • Eye-catching color scheme and authentic sponsor logos.

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
This set is a smaller, readily available Technic model, so its investment potential is limited. While the McLaren license adds some appeal, the low piece count and widespread availability suggest it's unlikely to appreciate significantly. It may hold some value for collectors of McLaren-branded LEGO sets, but it's not a high-risk, high-reward investment.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other small Technic pull-back racers, the NEOM McLaren stands out with its unique Extreme E design and licensed branding. While other sets might offer slightly different play features or building experiences, this one appeals specifically to fans of motorsport and the McLaren team. Its price point makes it an accessible impulse buy.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
252
Parts cataloged in this inventory
58 unique parts, 252 pieces
Sticker Sheet for Set 42166-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10105322 1× [No Color/Any Color]
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled Triple [120° Offset] Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 10288 2× Black
Technic Panel Fairing #21 5L Small Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11946 3× Black
Technic Panel Fairing #22 5L Small Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11947 3× Black
Pullback Motor 6 x 3 x 5 Pullback Motor 6 ...
Part #: 12799 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Panel 3 x 11 x 1 Technic Panel 3 x...
Part #: 15458 1× Orange
Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 2L Axle Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 18651 2× Black
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 18654 2× Lime
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 18654 6× Black
Bar 2L with Towball Bar 2L with Towball
Part #: 22484 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing #7 3L Very Small Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 2387 2× Black
Technic Panel Fairing #8 3L Very Small Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 2389 2× Black
Technic Panel Curved and Bent 6 x 3 Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 24116 2× Black
Technic Panel Curved and Bent 6 x 3 Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 24116 2× Orange
Technic Panel Curved 7 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 24119 1× Black
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 2× Orange
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 4× Lime
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32009 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32016 2× Black
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 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 3× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32184 2× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 4× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 2× Orange
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 1× Orange
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 2× Light Bluish Gray
Axle Hose, Soft 7L Axle Hose, Soft 7L
Part #: 32580 2× Black
Technic Axle 12 Technic Axle 12
Part #: 3708 2× Black
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 4× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 1× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41677 2× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Driving Ring Connector Smooth [2 rounded and 2 flat side walls] Technic Driving R...
Part #: 42195 1× Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 1 Center Slot Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 42924 29× Blue
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 22× Blue
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 43857 2× Red
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 2× Yellow
Tyre 43.2 x 14 Offset Tread Tyre 43.2 x 14 Of...
Part #: 56898 4× Black
Wheel 30 x 14 Wheel 30 x 14
Part #: 56904 4× Black
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 60484 8× Black
Technic Axle 9 Technic Axle 9
Part #: 60485 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 61332 40× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Triple Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 63869 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick Technic Beam Fram...
Part #: 64179 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64391 1× Black
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64683 1× Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [2 Lateral Holes, Small Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 65304 2× Orange
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Centered Friction Ridge] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 65487 4× Orange
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Centered Friction Ridge] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 65487 10× Black
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball - Round Pin Hole Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 66906 3× Red
Technic Panel Fairing 2 x 3 x 1 Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 71682 4× Black
Technic Panel Fairing 2 x 3 x 1 Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 71682 4× Orange
Technic Beam 2 x 3 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 71708 2× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick with Alternating Holes Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 73507 2× Black
Technic Beam 2 x 5 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 80286 2× Black
Technic Pin 1/2 with Friction Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 89678 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing 2 x 1 x 1 Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 89679 1× Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Clear
This set provides a good assortment of Technic pins and connectors, useful for expanding a Technic parts collection. The orange panels are a nice touch for adding vibrant details to MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Wheel 30 x 14 (4x) $0.60
Black Tyre 43.2 x 14 Offset Tread (4x) $1.00
Orange Technic Panel Fairing 2 x 3 x 1 (4x) $0.80
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.40

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Off-road buggy or ATV with modified suspension.
🚗 Simplified version of other Extreme E race cars.
🤖 Small robotic rover with similar wheel configuration.

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📖 Building Instructions 2

NEOM McLaren Extreme E Race Car Instructions
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NEOM McLaren Extreme E Race Car Instructions
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Charts Inventory Statistics

58
Unique Parts
252
Official Piece Count
252
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
0
Minifigures
8
Spare Parts
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