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Experience the high-speed excitement of Drome Racers with this compact 27-piece set from 2003. A classic for Racers fans!

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LEGO Desert Racer set 8359
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Set #8359

Desert Racer

Discover the Desert Racer from the Racers collection - 27 pieces of building excellence.

⏱ < 30 min 🧩 27 pcs
★★☆☆☆ 2.8 from 3 reviews
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📦 Full Parts Inventory - 18 unique parts • 24 total pieces

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Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
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Wheel 8 x 9 with Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin Wheel 8 x 9 with ...
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Tyre 14 x 9 Smooth Small Wide Slick Tyre 14 x 9 Smoot...
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Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
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Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× Red
Slope 2 x 2 No Studs, with 3 Side Pistons Raised Edges and Silver/Black/Blue Print Slope 2 x 2 No St...
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Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
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Mudguard 2 x 4 with 2 x 2 Studs and Flared Wings Mudguard 2 x 4 wi...
Part #: 41854 1× Black
Light Gray Pullback Motor 6 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Black Base, White Shafts (Motor 1) Light Gray Pullba...
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Plate Special 2 x 2 with Grills Plate Special 2 x...
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Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
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January 2026
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Geeky Bricks' reviews praise the Desert Racer's rugged design, large tires, and the functionality of its winch and pullback motor. Both reviews highlight the detailed use of LEGO Technic pieces, chunky wheels, and overall build experience as positive aspects.

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Geeky Bricks' reviews praise the Desert Racer's rugged design, large tires, and the functionality of its winch and pullback motor. Both reviews highlight the detailed use of LEGO Technic pieces, chunky wheels, and overall build experience as positive aspects.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

18
Unique Parts
24
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1

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