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Kai's Ninja Race Car is here!

Transform Kai's ride from off-road beast to street racer. A thrilling 94-piece build for Ninjago fans!

🏛 Ninjago
Set #71780

Kai's Ninja Race Car EVO

Kai's Ninja Race Car EVO is a fantastic entry point into the Ninjago universe.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for young children and LEGO beginners who enjoy vehicle builds and the Ninjago theme. ⏱ 1 hr build 🧩 94 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.1

Fans appreciate the low price point and easy build, making it a great gift for younger children. Some experienced builders may find the build too simple, but the overall design and play value are well-received.

📝 Our Take

Kai's Ninja Race Car EVO is a fantastic entry point into the Ninjago universe. This small but mighty set offers a fun build experience and a cool vehicle that kids will love to play with. The EVO concept allows for customization and upgrading, adding to the play value.

This set is perfect for young Ninjago fans and those new to LEGO building. With under 100 pieces, it's a quick and satisfying build that won't overwhelm beginners. The inclusion of a Kai minifigure makes it an instant hit.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder looking for a complex and challenging project. This set is geared towards younger audiences, so consider larger Ninjago sets like the Temple of the Golden Idol (71757) for a more involved build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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94
Pieces
1h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building techniques ideal for beginners
  • The EVO concept allows for customization and upgrading the vehicle.
  • Bright color scheme and dynamic design make for an eye-catching model
  • Quick build time ensures instant gratification for younger builders

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
C
Investment Grade
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Kai's Ninja Race Car EVO is a low-cost set that is unlikely to appreciate significantly in value. Its small piece count and widespread availability limit its potential as an investment. However, as a Ninjago set, it may retain some value among collectors, especially if kept sealed. The low price point makes it an accessible entry point for those interested in collecting Ninjago sets, but significant returns are not expected. Theme popularity will help slightly, but the small size limits potential.

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Compare Similar Sets

This set is a great starting point for the Ninjago theme, offering an affordable entry point compared to larger, more complex sets. While lacking the intricate details and advanced building techniques of sets like the Ninjago City Gardens (71741), it provides a fun and accessible building experience for younger fans. Consider the larger Ninjago EVO sets for more complex builds and play features.

1 Minifigures Included

The set includes a Kai - EVO with Wraps minifigure. This version of Kai is unique to the EVO sets and features detailed printing.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 42 unique parts • 90 total pieces

Sticker Sheet for Set 71780-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10102067 [No Color/Any Color]
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Red
Brick Round 2 x 2, Pin Holes Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 17485 Red
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 18654 Reddish Brown
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 Pearl Gold
Wheel Hard Plastic (37mm D. x 22mm), Pin Hole Wheel Hard Plasti...
Part #: 2148 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 22885 Tan
Windscreen 8 x 4 x 2 Curved with Handle Windscreen 8 x 4 ...
Part #: 23448 Trans-Brown
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Pearl Gold
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 4 with 2 Pin Holes Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 26599 Light Bluish Gray
Vehicle Base 6 x 12 x 3/4 with 4 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside Vehicle Base 6 x ...
Part #: 28324 Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Rounded Corners at Bottom, Square Corners at Top] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 28802 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Reddish Brown
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Bright Light Orange
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On Top Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 30383 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Red
Brick Special 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 with Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 32952 Black
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Yellow
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Bright Light Orange
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 37352 Red
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Red
Technic Pin Long without Friction Ridges, with Anti-Roll Notch Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 39888 Tan
Wedge Plate 4 x 4 with 2 x 2 Cutout Wedge Plate 4 x 4...
Part #: 43719 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Open O Top Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 44861 Red
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector 3L with 2 Pins and Center Hole [Pin Ridges Across Part] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 46189 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 Reddish Brown
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 61409 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Pearl Gold
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Black
Technic Axle 1.5 with Perpendicular Axle Connector (Technic Pole Reverser Handle) Technic Axle 1.5 ...
Part #: 6553 Black
Wedge 3 x 2 Right Wedge 3 x 2 Right
Part #: 6564 Red
Wedge 3 x 2 Left Wedge 3 x 2 Left
Part #: 6565 Red
Slope Curved 4 x 3 with 3 Layers, 1 x 3 Cutout on Underside Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 66955 Red
Fin Jagged with Axle Hole Fin Jagged with A...
Part #: 76919 Pearl Gold
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Double with No Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93273 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 4 x 2 No Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93606 Red
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 99206 Red
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Black
This set contains a good selection of small plates and hinge pieces, useful for adding details to MOCs. The pearl gold elements offer a touch of elegance and are always desirable.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On Top (6x) $0.90
Pearl Gold Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (6x) $0.60
Red Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised (4x) $0.40
Pearl Gold Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] (3x) $1.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.40

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Create alternate race car designs or futuristic vehicles.
🤖 Build a small mech suit for Kai using the car's parts.
🏙 Design a microscale cityscape with the race car as a centerpiece.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

42
Unique Parts
90
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1