How many pieces are in the Radical Racer?

Radical Racer contains 82 pieces.

When was the Radical Racer released?

Radical Racer was released in 1998.

🏛 Extreme Team

Set #6589

Radical Racer

Radical Racer is a blast from the past.

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Who it's for: Beginner build Great for kids and adult LEGO fans interested in classic sets.
Build: 82 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 12.2¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.5 community rating from 12 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's nostalgic value and classic design, but some find the build too simple and the price a bit high compared to modern sets with similar piece counts.

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📝 Our Take

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Radical Racer is a blast from the past! This 1998 set captures the essence of the Extreme Team theme with its bold colors, sleek design, and focus on high-speed action.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate vintage designs and smaller, classic sets. It offers a quick and satisfying build, making it great for both kids and adult collectors looking for a nostalgic experience.

Skip this if you're only interested in complex builds or highly detailed models. Consider modern Speed Champions sets for a similar racing theme with more intricate designs.

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward build
Unique use of inverted slopes for a sleek look
Classic chassis construction
Fun swooshability for play

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⏳ Retired

The Radical Racer, released in 1998, holds moderate investment potential. Its relatively low piece count and initial MSRP suggest limited upside compared to larger, more complex sets. However, its age, coupled with the rising popularity of vintage LEGO sets, contributes to its increasing value. The set's current price of $64.00 indicates collector interest, and if well-preserved, it could continue to appreciate modestly. The Extreme Team theme, while not as iconic as some other LEGO lines, has a dedicated following that may drive demand. Retirement risk is minimal as the set is already retired. Overall, while not a high-return investment, the Radical Racer may appeal to collectors seeking nostalgia and modest appreciation.

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Compared to modern Speed Champions sets, the Radical Racer offers a simpler, more classic building experience. While lacking the intricate details of newer sets, its vintage charm and affordability make it appealing to collectors seeking nostalgia. Sets like 6335-1 Indy Transport offer a similar scale vehicle experience from the same era, however Radical Racer is much sportier. Consider this set if you appreciate the simplicity and bold designs of classic LEGO vehicles.

1 Minifigure Included

Racer, Extreme Team, Black Jacket, Black Legs, White Helmet with Flames and Visor, Blue Sunglasses

5 parts

The set includes a single Racer minifigure, featuring a black jacket, white helmet with flames, and blue sunglasses, typical of the Extreme Team theme.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 82
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 44 unique parts, 78 pieces
Minifigures: 1

LEGO counts 82 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 83, including the 5 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. 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.

Brick Wedged 3 x ...

Part #: 2399 1× Red

Windscreen 3 x 4 ...

Part #: 2437 1× Trans-Dark Blue

Hinge Panel 6 x 3

Part #: 2440 1× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2444 4× Light Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 2452 1× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 1× Red

Antenna 8H Whip

Part #: 2569 1× Trans-Neon Green

Wheel Rim 24 x 14...

Part #: 2994 4× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Trans-Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Red

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 4× Light Gray

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Trans-Yellow

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× White

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 3749 4× Light Gray

Part #: 3829c01 1× Light Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Red

Seat / Chair 2 x 2

Part #: 4079 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× White

Bar 1 x 4 x 2 wit...

Part #: 4083 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085c 2× Red

Baseplate Raised ...

Part #: 4116414 1× Dark Orange

Vehicle Base 4 x ...

Part #: 4212b 1× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 4276b 1× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Red

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 2× Black

Bar 1 x 4 x 3 Win...

Part #: 6016 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 1× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 6× Light Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Neon Green

Part #: 6578 4× Black

Exhaust Pipe

Part #: 71137 2× Chrome Silver

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 87695 1× White

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 87696 1× White

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 71852 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set contains a good selection of basic parts in red, white, and light gray, useful for general building and MOCs. The chrome silver exhaust pipes add a touch of realism to vehicle creations.