How many pieces are in the Van & Caravan?

Van & Caravan contains 250 pieces.

What age is the Van & Caravan recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5-12.

When was the Van & Caravan released?

Van & Caravan was released in 2016.

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No. 60117

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Van & Caravan

Van & Caravan is a charming slice of classic LEGO City life that captures the spirit of summer vacation.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jan 2016 to Dec 2017

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger builders, families, and fans of classic LEGO City vehicle setups
Build: 250 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 512 ratings

Fans love the charming camping theme and the clever opening caravan design, though some note it is a straightforward build aimed squarely at younger audiences.

📝 Our Take

Van & Caravan is a charming slice of classic LEGO City life that captures the spirit of summer vacation. With its vibrant color scheme and functional build, this 2016 release delivers a delightful weekend getaway scene complete with a towable camper.

This set is perfect for younger builders, City diorama creators, and fans of classic vehicle sets. The straightforward construction offers a fun, breezy building session and instantly adds a touch of outdoor adventure to any shelf setup.

Skip this if you are looking for advanced building techniques or complex Technic mechanisms. At 250 pieces, it is a simpler model, so mature collectors seeking intricate details might want to look toward larger Creator Expert or modular vehicle builds instead.

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🧱 Building Experience

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250

Pieces

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1.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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5-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Compact yet fully functional van and detachable caravan design
Hinged caravan wall that opens up to reveal a cozy interior space
Fun holiday accessories including a grill, food, and a cute dog
Straightforward build utilizing bright, cheerful primary colors

📖 About This Set

Pack up the gear; it’s time to go camping!

Get ready for vacation time! Pack up the grill and food and remember the dog’s bone. Bring the coffee maker and drive to the campground in your van, hauling your caravan. Set up the caravan and get ready for fun! Summer camping is great in LEGO® City!

Includes a male camper and female camper, plus a dog.
Features a van with opening doors and detachable caravan that opens to reveal a small kitchen and bed.
Load up the caravan, hook it onto the van and take off on a camping trip.
Accessory elements include a grill, 2 sausages, bone, 2 mugs and a coffee machine.
Van measures over 2” (6cm) high, 4” (12cm) long and 2” (6cm) wide.
Caravan measures over 2” (6cm) high, 5” (13cm) long and 1” (5cm) wide.

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Compared to other LEGO City vehicles and camper sets, 60117 strikes a great balance between playability and display size. While larger camper vans offer more interior room, this set's inclusion of both a tow vehicle and a caravan makes it a complete playset right out of the box.

2 Minifigures Included

Woman, Open Green Jacket with Necklace, Dark Orange Hair

4 parts

Man, Dark Blue Plaid Shirt, Light Bluish Gray Legs, Dark Brown Hair

4 parts

The set includes two standard LEGO City campers (a man and a woman) along with a dog, featuring common prints and hairpieces that fit right into any town layout.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 250
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 84 unique parts, 242 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.

A solid selection of blue and white plates, bricks, and vehicle elements, making it a handy parts pack for builders looking to expand their city's traffic or recreational fleet.

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💎 Notable Parts

Blue Wheel Arch, Mudguard 4 x 2 1/2 x 2 with 2 x 2 Plate (4x)

Black Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide and Center Band (6x)

Trans-Brown Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [Side Supports / Hollow Studs] (6x)

Light Bluish Gray Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 (6x)

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Custom vintage camper vans or modern motorhome conversions

🏙 Park and campground dioramas with picnic areas and hiking trails

🌳 Road trip and adventure scene expansions for LEGO City layouts

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

5.0/5

Very Positive

100% positive

BlockTalk summary

LEGO City Van & Caravan (60117) reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with reviewers like BrickBros UK and Victor Loves Toys! consistently praising the set's design and playability. The realistic color scheme and included minifigures are frequently mentioned as highlights, solidifying the set as a fun and engaging build.

YouTube thumbnail: LEGO CITY 2016 FIRE LADDER TRUCK 60107 SET REVIEW

LEGO CITY 2016 FIRE LADDER TRUCK 60107 SET REVIEW BrickBros UK · 2.0K views Review

YouTube thumbnail: LEGO City Van & Caravan build, review, alternate build | Victor Loves Toys!

LEGO City Van & Caravan build, review, alternate build | Victor Loves Toys! Victor Loves Toys! · 1.0K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

5.0/5

Very Positive

100% positive

Positive: 5
Mixed: 0
Critical: 0

Common feedback

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What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk summary

BrickBros UK's multiple reviews focus on the set's comprehensive design elements and accessories, reinforcing the set's overall appeal. Victor Loves Toys! showcases the building process with a speed build, further emphasizing the set's engaging construction and finished model.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

2 videos

LEGO CITY 2016 FIRE LADDER TRUCK 60107 SET REVIEW BrickBros UK · 2.0K views Review

LEGO City Van & Caravan build, review, alternate build | Victor Loves Toys! Victor Loves Toys! · 1.0K views Review

Community content: these reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Building Instructions

4 booklets, as PDF

01 BI 3004/40,60117 1/2 V29 Download PDF
02 BI 3004/40,60117 1/2 V39 Download PDF
03 BI 3004/52,60117 2/2 V29 Download PDF
04 BI 3004/52,60117 2/2 V39 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

84 Unique Parts

250 Official Piece Count

242 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

2 Minifigures

13 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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