How many pieces are in the Safari Building Set?

Safari Building Set contains 152 pieces.

What age is the Safari Building Set recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 4+.

When was the Safari Building Set released?

Safari Building Set was released in 2012.

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Set #4637

Safari Building Set

The Safari Building Set is a delightful introduction to the world of LEGO.

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Who it's for: Ages 4+ · Beginner build Perfect for young children and LEGO beginners who are new to building and want to create fun animal models.
Build: 152 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 6.6¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating from 42 ratings

A well-received set for young children, praised for its simplicity and engaging animal designs. Some find it basic, but overall it's considered a great starter set for introducing kids to LEGO building.

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📝 Our Take

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The Safari Building Set is a delightful introduction to the world of LEGO. With its charming animal builds and simple instructions, it sparks creativity in young builders and provides a fun, engaging experience.

This set is perfect for children aged 4+ and LEGO beginners. It's a great starter set to develop fine motor skills and introduce the joy of building, with enough pieces to create several different models and inspire imaginative play.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder looking for a complex project. This set is designed for younger children, consider Creator 3-in-1 sets for a more challenging experience.

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152

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions perfect for young builders
Bright and colorful elements to create fun animal models
Encourages imaginative play and storytelling
Simple building techniques suitable for beginners

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Safari Building Set, while not a large or complex set, holds some potential as a minor investment. Its low MSRP and retired status make it appealing to collectors seeking complete sets from the Bricks & More theme. The rising price trend indicates growing demand, especially among parents and grandparents looking for nostalgic gifts. However, its low piece count and mass-market appeal limit significant appreciation. Potential investors should consider its affordability and target niche collectors.

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📖 About This Set

Build an animal adventure with the Safari Building Set!

Create an exciting world of animal exploration with the Safari Building Set! Use the easy-to-follow instructions and 152 colorful elements to create vehicles and animals including a crocodile, elephant, giraffe and bird. Also includes 1 male and 1 female minifigure. Building instruction booklet also includes inspirational ideas for even more great building ideas.

Includes 2 minifigures: safari guy and safari girl
Features 4 wheels, steering wheel, windshield, flowers, camera, suitcase, crocodile, elephant, giraffe, bird and assorted basic elements
Includes sturdy, reusable LEGO® brick storage box, easy-to-follow building instructions and inspirational ideas
Download additional building instructions at creative.lego.com!
Collect all of the themed building sets: 4636 LEGO Police Building Set, 5929 LEGO Castle Building Set and 5930 LEGO Road Construction Building Set!

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Compared to other starter sets, the Safari Building Set offers a focus on animals and vehicles, providing a unique play experience. While sets like LEGO Classic offer a wider range of bricks, this set provides specific instructions and a themed building experience. For a similar price point, consider LEGO City starter sets for more urban-themed builds.

2 Minifigures Included

White Torso, Red Legs, Dark Brown Hair

4 parts

Medium Blue Torso, Blue Legs, Dark Orange Hair

4 parts

The set includes two minifigures, offering some play possibilities. These are standard LEGO figures with simple torsos, making them common but still adding to the set's overall play value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 152
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 40 unique parts, 144 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official piece count includes the 8 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.

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× White

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Reddish Brown

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 3× Lime

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 5× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 3× Medium Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 8× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Reddish Brown

Part #: 3005pr0003 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 1 with ...

Part #: 3005pr0003 2× White

Equipment Camera ...

Part #: 30089a 1× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Lime

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Green

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Yellow

Part #: 3023 3× Green

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Medium Blue

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Tan

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 2× Bright Green

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 2× Bright Light Orange

Fence Lattice 1 x...

Part #: 3633 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Lime

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794b 2× Green

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right

Part #: 3821 1× Green

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left

Part #: 3822 1× Green

Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2

Part #: 3823 1× Trans-Clear

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 4× Tan

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Green

Bag / Briefcase

Part #: 4449 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4600 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4733 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 3× Bright Light Orange

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Red

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Yellow

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 60032 2× Tan

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× Tan

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Yellow

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Reddish Brown

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 1× Green

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 4× Black

The Safari Building Set features a variety of basic bricks and plates in bright colors, providing a good starting point for young builders. The inclusion of headlight bricks and small wheels adds versatility for building vehicles and animal features.

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💎 Notable Parts

Yellow Brick 1 x 2 (8x) $0.40

Light Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] (4x) $0.60

Tan Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (4x) $0.80

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$1.80

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Create a larger savanna scene with more diverse animals

🚗 Build different safari vehicles like a jeep or truck

🏙 Expand into a small zoo or wildlife park with enclosures

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BlockTalk AI Analysis

Based on limited review data, the Safari Building Set (4637-1) receives generally positive feedback. While overall sentiment leans positive, a mix of neutral opinions exists, suggesting varied experiences.

📖 Building Instructions 3

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

152

Official Piece Count

144

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 8 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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