A Bricktober Treat!
Build this classic Carousel

Bring the fairground to life with this charming 109-piece set, a Toys R Us exclusive from 2020!

🏛 Bricktober
Set #66649

Carousel

The Bricktober Carousel is a charming miniature amusement park ride.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for LEGO collectors and those seeking a quick, enjoyable build experience. ⏱ 1.0 hr build 🧩 109 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the Carousel's charming design and the nostalgia it evokes, but some find the build too simple for the price. The limited availability as a Bricktober exclusive adds to its appeal for collectors.

📝 Our Take

The Bricktober Carousel is a charming miniature amusement park ride. This limited-edition set, released as part of the Bricktober promotion, captures the whimsical essence of a classic carousel with its vibrant colors and delightful details.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy collecting seasonal and promotional sets. With a relatively quick build time and compact size, it's a fun and easy addition to any LEGO display, especially for those who appreciate the nostalgic charm of amusement park rides.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex or highly interactive LEGO experience. Its primary appeal lies in its collectibility and aesthetic charm rather than intricate building techniques or play features. Consider larger Creator Expert sets for a more involved build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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109
Pieces
1.0h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple yet effective building techniques to create a rotating carousel
  • Use of bright colors and decorative elements to capture the carousel's festive atmosphere
  • Incorporation of animal figures as the carousel's ride animals
  • Compact size makes it ideal for display on shelves or desks

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B
Investment Grade
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As a limited-edition Bricktober set, the Carousel has potential as an investment piece. Its scarcity, coupled with the appeal of seasonal and promotional sets to collectors, could drive up its value over time. However, its relatively small size and piece count may limit its appreciation compared to larger, more elaborate sets. Monitor secondary market trends and consider long-term storage for optimal returns. The retired status enhances its investment potential, but overall returns might be modest.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Bricktober sets, the Carousel offers a unique and charming build experience focused on a classic amusement park attraction. While it may not have the complexity of larger sets, its collectibility and display value make it an appealing choice. Alternatives include other seasonal sets or smaller Creator sets with similar piece counts and prices, but the Carousel's limited availability sets it apart.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 42 unique parts • 109 total pieces

Food Pretzel Food Pretzel
Part #: 10170 Medium Nougat
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Blue
Plate Round 6 x 6 with Hole Plate Round 6 x 6...
Part #: 11213 Dark Pink
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Tan
Plant, Flower Stem with Bar and 6 Stems Plant, Flower Ste...
Part #: 19119 Green
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Tan
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Bright Light Blue
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Bright Green
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Green
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Green
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Dark Purple
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Green
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Dark Purple
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Reddish Brown
Tile 2 x 2 with LEGO Logo Type 2 Print Tile 2 x 2 with L...
Part #: 3068bpr0163 Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Black
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Black
Plant, Flower, Minifig Accessory with 7 Thick Petals and Pin Plant, Flower, Mi...
Part #: 32606 Bright Light Orange
Plant, Flower, Minifig Accessory with 7 Thick Petals and Pin Plant, Flower, Mi...
Part #: 32606 Red
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Black
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate - Top Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3679 Light Bluish Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate, Base Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3680 Blue
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Green
Crown / Flower / Egg Shell Half Crown / Flower / ...
Part #: 39262 Pearl Gold
Crown / Flower / Egg Shell Half Crown / Flower / ...
Part #: 39262 White
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Yellow
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Yellow
Plate 8 x 8 Plate 8 x 8
Part #: 41539 Tan
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Black
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Black
Animal, Bird, Duck / Duckling with Black Eyes, Orange Beak Animal, Bird, Duc...
Part #: 49661pr0001 Yellow
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Azure
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 Yellow
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 Medium Lavender
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 Magenta
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 Yellow
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Dark Pink
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Pearl Gold
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 Black
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 Pearl Gold
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Black
Minifig Trophy Statuette Minifig Trophy St...
Part #: 90398 Dark Red
Animal, Chicken with Black Eyes and Red Comb Print Animal, Chicken w...
Part #: 95342pr0001 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Doughnut with Dark Pink Frosting and Sprinkles Print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0022 Medium Nougat
The set features a good selection of small decorative parts, including flower petals and pearl gold telescopes, useful for adding details to MOCs. The presence of multiple duck/duckling figures is also a nice touch for animal-themed builds.

💎 Notable Parts

Bright Green Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals (8x) $1.60
Light Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (6x) $0.90
Yellow Animal, Bird, Duck / Duckling with Black Eyes, Orange Beak (4x) $2.00
Pearl Gold Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 (4x) $1.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.10

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Integrate into a larger LEGO amusement park layout
🌳 Create a whimsical garden carousel with plant-based decorations
🚗 Design a steampunk-themed carousel with gears and cogs

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Charts Inventory Statistics

42
Unique Parts
109
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
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