Feel the Speed!
Build the McLaren MCL38

Experience the thrill of Formula 1 racing with this 269-piece LEGO Speed Champions set. Perfect for kids and adult car collectors!

🏛 Speed Champions
Set #77251

McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car

The McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car is a fantastic addition to the Speed Champions lineup.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for teens and adults who love Formula 1 and LEGO Speed Champions ⏱ 2.5 hr build 🧩 269 pcs 🎂 Ages 10+
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans praise the accurate representation of the McLaren F1 car and the enjoyable building experience. Some criticize the reliance on stickers for detailing and wish for more printed elements.

📝 Our Take

The McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car is a fantastic addition to the Speed Champions lineup. Capturing the sleek lines and aggressive styling of the 2024 Formula 1 contender, this set packs a surprising amount of detail into a compact scale, making it a must-have for racing enthusiasts and LEGO collectors alike.

This set is perfect for both kids and adult F1 fans looking for a fun and engaging build. The construction process is enjoyable without being overly complex, resulting in a satisfying model that's ideal for display or recreating thrilling race moments. The inclusion of a driver minifigure adds to the playability and collectibility.

Skip this if you are expecting a large, highly detailed model. Consider larger Technic sets like the McLaren Formula 1 Race Car (42141-1) for a more complex and immersive building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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269
Pieces
2.5h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
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20cm × 4cm × 7cm
Dimensions
Build Highlights:
  • Clever use of SNOT (Studs Not On Top) techniques to create the car's aerodynamic shape
  • Intricate sticker detailing to replicate the sponsor logos and racing livery
  • The opening cockpit with halo bar adds a touch of realism
  • Wishbone suspension elements enhance the model's visual accuracy

📈 Investment Analysis

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The McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car has decent investment potential. As a licensed product from a popular motorsport, it benefits from brand recognition and a dedicated fanbase. While the piece count is moderate, the set's affordability and appealing design could drive demand after retirement. However, its wide availability and the potential for future Speed Champions F1 cars could limit significant appreciation. Keeping an eye on its retirement status and overall sales performance will be crucial.

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📖 About This Set

Experience all the excitement of Formula 1® racing with this LEGO® Speed Champions McLaren F1® Team MCL38 Race Car (77251) vehicle set for boys and girls aged 10 and up. Kids and adult car collectors can build, display and race an F1 race car model featuring design details from the real-life version that competed in the 2024 Formula 1 season.

The F1 model car features a cockpit that opens by lifting the halo bar, a rear wing, wishbone suspension, sponsor stickers and wider rear tires imprinted with “Pirelli.” The toy vehicle also comes with a driver minifigure wearing a McLaren outfit and a winged helmet to place inside the cockpit for racing action.

LEGO Speed Champions sets let kids and racing fans build models of some of the world’s most iconic vehicles, including other F1 cars (sold separately) from the 2024 championship season. Each car playset can be created using printed building instructions or the LEGO Builder app to guide you and your kid on an enjoyable building adventure.

  • McLaren F1® Team toy vehicle for kids – LEGO® Speed Champions McLaren F1® Team MCL38 Race Car vehicle set for boys and girls aged 10 and up to build, display and race
  • 1 minifigure – The vehicle kit includes a driver minifigure wearing a McLaren outfit and a winged helmet for kids to place inside the cockpit and role-play thrilling race action
  • Authentic McLaren F1® Team details – A McLaren F1 car with details from the real-life 2024 version, including a halo bar, rear wing, sponsor stickers and wider rear tires imprinted with “Pirelli”
  • F1® fun for all the family – Race for the checkered flag alongside the whole family with other building sets (sold separately) in the LEGO® F1 range
  • Formula 1® race car display model – After kids have enjoyed playing out racing stories with the F1® car toy, they can display it on a shelf or bedside table
  • F1® gift idea – This premium F1 race car toy provides a fun build-and-play experience and is a great LEGO® gift idea for kids aged 10 and up, Formula 1® fans and adult car-model collectors
  • Build iconic car models – LEGO® Speed Champions sets let kids and car lovers create brick-built versions of some of the world’s most famous vehicles
  • Measurements – A 269-piece car playsetfeaturing a McLaren F1® Team toy car that measures over 1.5in. (4 cm) high, 8 in. (20 cm) long and 3 in. (7 cm) wide

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Speed Champions sets, the McLaren F1 offers a good balance of detail and affordability. While larger Technic models provide a more complex build, this set is more accessible for casual fans and younger builders. It's a great alternative to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team (76909-1), offering a different team and design at a similar price point.

1 Minifigures Included

The set includes a McLaren F1 Driver minifigure, adding playability and collectibility to the set. It's a standard minifigure design, but a welcome addition for fans of the sport.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 110 unique parts • 254 total pieces

Sticker Sheet for Set 77251-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10115317 [No Color/Any Color]
Wheel Rim 24 x 13.4 with Black Slick Tyre with White 'PIRELLI' print Wheel Rim 24 x 13...
Part #: 105162pr0003 Black
Wheel Rim 24 x 14.9 Wide with Black Slick Tyre with Yellow 'PIRELLI' print Wheel Rim 24 x 14...
Part #: 110100pr0003 Black
Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
Part #: 11212 Black
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 Black
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Hole Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 15535 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Black
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Black
Plate Round 1 x 2 Half Circle with Stud (Jumper) Plate Round 1 x 2...
Part #: 1745 Black
Tile Round 1 x 2 Half Circle Tile Round 1 x 2 ...
Part #: 1748 Black
Minifig Neckwear Bracket with 2 Back Studs Minifig Neckwear ...
Part #: 18986 Trans-Clear
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 2 x 3 Pentagonal Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 22385 Black
Bar Holder with Hole and Bar Handle Bar Holder with H...
Part #: 23443 Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 2 x 1 Inverted Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 24201 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 Half Circle Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 24246 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24299 Black
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24307 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Black
Tile Special 2 x 2 Corner with Cut Corner - Facet Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 27263 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Right Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29119 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Left Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29120 Black
Vehicle Base 4 x 10 x 2/3 with 4 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside Vehicle Base 4 x ...
Part #: 30029 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Blue
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Orange
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Blue
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Black
Tile 1 x 1 with 15 Silver Dots print Tile 1 x 1 with 1...
Part #: 3070bpr9897 Black
Animal / Creature Body Part, Claw with Clip Animal / Creature...
Part #: 3171 Black
Plate Special 3 x 2 with Rounded End, Hole Plate Special 3 x...
Part #: 3176 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Black
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 33909 Black
Bar 1L with Clip [Cut Edges and One Side Hole] [Full Clip] Bar 1L with Clip ...
Part #: 3484 Black
Bar 1L with Clip [Cut Edges and One Side Hole] [Full Clip] Bar 1L with Clip ...
Part #: 3484 Orange
Wedge Sloped 2 x 5 Left Wedge Sloped 2 x ...
Part #: 3504 Black
Wedge Sloped 2 x 5 Right Wedge Sloped 2 x ...
Part #: 3505 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Vertical Bar Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3661 White
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36840 White
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36840 Black
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36841 Orange
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36841 Black
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Black
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Red
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Orange
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 37352 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 Tan
Tool Screwdriver and Spanner / Wrench Tool Screwdriver ...
Part #: 4006 Flat Silver
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41677 Black
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs with Groove [New Underside] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 41740 Black
Brick Curved 6 x 1 Brick Curved 6 x 1
Part #: 42022 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised - Updated Version Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4304 Black
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 Black
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43723 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 Black
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] with Blue/Bright Green/Yellow/Red Band print Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740pr0025 Black
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47457 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865b Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 49668 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Horizontal T-Bar Underneath Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 5066 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Stud Notch Left Tile 1 x 2 with S...
Part #: 5091 Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Stud Notch Left Tile 1 x 2 with S...
Part #: 5091 Orange
Tile 1 x 2 with Stud Notch Right Tile 1 x 2 with S...
Part #: 5092 Orange
Tile 1 x 2 with Stud Notch Right Tile 1 x 2 with S...
Part #: 5092 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 2 with Stud Notch Right Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 5093 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 2 with Stud Notch Left Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 5095 Black
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Black
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 Orange
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Stud and Underside Clip Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 5264 Black
Game Controller with F1 Steering Wheel Controls print Game Controller w...
Part #: 53118pr0003 Pearl Titanium
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 5404 Dark Blue
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 60483 Blue
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 Blue
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 61332 Black
Plate Special 8-Sided Crystal/Gem 1 x 1 x 2/3 Plate Special 8-S...
Part #: 65092 Opal Trans-Light Blue
Technic Axle Pin 3L without Friction Ridges and 2L Axle Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 65249 White
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Right Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65426 Black
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Left Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65429 Black
Slope Curved 1 x 6 with White 'RICHARD MILLE' on Black Background on Side, Sponsors on Curve print Slope Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6801pr0010 Orange
Slope Curved 2 x 6 Inverted Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 6806 Black
Suspension Mount with Fender, Formula 1 Suspension Mount ...
Part #: 6813 Black
Technic Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Hole and 1 x 2 Plate Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 73109 Blue
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 73825 Black
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 73825 White
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 7L / 5.6cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c07 Orange
Plate 3 x 3 Corner Plate 3 x 3 Corner
Part #: 77844 Black
Plate Special 1 x 4 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 77845 White
Plate Special 1 x 3 Rounded with 3 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 77850 Black
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 2 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 79389 Blue
Plate Round Corner 2 x 2 with 1 x 1 Cutout Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 79491 Black
Brick Curved 1 x 4 x 2/3 Double, No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 79756 Black
Brick Curved 1 x 4 x 2/3 Double, No Studs with Black Triangle, 'DELL Technologies' Left print Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 79756pr0004 Orange
Brick Curved 1 x 4 x 2/3 Double, No Studs with Black Triangle, 'DELL Technologies' Right print Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 79756pr0005 Orange
Equipment Cutlery - Spoon, Flat Bottom Equipment Cutlery...
Part #: 80179 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 11× Trans-Orange
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Hole and Dual Beam Extensions Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 85943 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 Orange
Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3 with Open Stud Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...
Part #: 86996 Black
Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3 with Open Stud Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...
Part #: 86996 Orange
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 88072 Black
Sports Ski 6L Sports Ski 6L
Part #: 90509 Orange
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Double with No Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93273 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Blue
Hair Spiked Hair Spiked
Part #: 98385 Reddish Brown
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 99207 Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Sloped Walls AKA Money / Gold Bar [Ingot] Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 99563 Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Orange
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Dark Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99781 Black
The set features a good selection of black and orange pieces, useful for building custom vehicles and adding details to existing models. The trans-orange round plates are particularly useful for lighting effects and detailing.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Orange Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud (11x) $1.65
Black Tile Special 1 x 2 with Sloped Walls AKA Money / Gold Bar [Ingot] (7x) $1.75
Black Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth (6x) $0.90
Black Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] with Blue/Bright Green/Yellow/Red Band print (4x) $4.00
Blue Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] (4x) $0.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$8.90

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Alternate F1 car designs or variations on the MCL38
🚗 Generic race car chassis to build custom supercars
🚀 Futuristic concept vehicle or sci-fi racer

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📖 Building Instructions 2

McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car Instructions
BI 3101, 92+4 77251 V29
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McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car Instructions
BI 3101, 92+4 77251 V39
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Charts Inventory Statistics

110
Unique Parts
254
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1