How many pieces are in the Oil Rig Escape?

Oil Rig Escape contains 422 pieces.

What age is the Oil Rig Escape recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6-12.

When was the Oil Rig Escape released?

Oil Rig Escape was released in 2012.

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🏛 Cars

Set #9486

Oil Rig Escape

Oil Rig Escape is a surprisingly engaging Cars-themed set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Intermediate build Ideal for Cars fans, LEGO collectors, and builders looking for a unique display piece
Build: 422 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $49.99 list price · 11.8¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.1 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the unique oil rig design and exclusive minifigures, but some find the set somewhat overpriced for the piece count. The play features are generally well-received, making it a fun set for younger builders and Cars enthusiasts.

$49.99

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📝 Our Take

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Oil Rig Escape is a surprisingly engaging Cars-themed set. Released in 2012, this set captures a memorable scene from Cars 2 with a good balance of play features and character representation. The oil rig design offers unique building opportunities compared to typical vehicle-focused sets in the Cars line.

This set is perfect for Cars fans and younger builders. With a moderate piece count and straightforward construction, it provides a fun and accessible building experience, plus iconic characters like Finn McMissile and Professor Zundapp.

Skip this if you're looking for intricate building techniques or a massive display piece. While fun, it's geared towards a younger audience and lacks the complexity of larger LEGO sets. Consider the larger Cars sets like Flo's V8 Cafe for a more substantial build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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422

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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6-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Unique oil rig structure with play features
Incorporates Technic elements for stability and movement
Features a fun escape mechanism for Finn McMissile
Offers a creative build experience different from standard vehicle sets

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Oil Rig Escape set presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired set from a popular Disney/Pixar franchise, it benefits from brand recognition and nostalgia. Its value is driven by the inclusion of exclusive minifigures and its unique design within the Cars theme. While not a high-value set, its relative rarity and steady demand make it a potentially sound investment for patient collectors. The set's value will likely increase gradually, especially if kept in excellent condition with the original box.

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📖 About This Set

Dodge the perils aboard the oil rig and escape to safety!

Finn McMissile has tracked his spy colleague, Leland Turbo, to the secret oil rig headquarters of the evil lemons. But unfortunately he arrived too late! Leland has been squeezed into a metal square! Professor Z and Grem start firing at our hero! Can our British super spy avoid the falling barrels, swinging crane and hail of missiles and escape to safety? Includes Finn McMissile, Professor Z, Grem, Leland Turbo and Crane.

Includes 5 vehicles: Finn McMissile, Professor Z, Grem, squeezed version of Leland Turbo and the Crane
Features oil rig with modular design, fully functional crane, barrel shooting function, flick missiles, spinning flame and opening container
Open the oil rig!
Create your own oil rig design!
Collect all of the LEGO® brand Cars™!
Oil rig measures over 12” (33cm) tall
Finn McMissile measures over 3” (9cm) long
Professor Z measures over 2” (5cm) long
Grem measures over 3” (8cm) long
Leland Turbo measures over .5” (1cm) long
Crane measures over 2” (6cm) tall

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Compared to other Cars sets, Oil Rig Escape offers a unique playset experience beyond just vehicles. While sets like Lightning McQueen (9485-1) focus on the main characters, this set provides an environment for imaginative play. It offers a more substantial build than smaller Cars sets but lacks the size and complexity of larger LEGO playsets from other themes. It's a good choice for Cars fans seeking a memorable scene and a unique display piece.

4 Minifigures Included

Finn McMissile, Water Skis

Professor Zundapp, Angry

39 parts

The set includes four exclusive minifigures: Finn McMissile with water skis, Grem, Crane, and Professor Zundapp. These unique character representations add significant collectible value to the set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 422
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 85 unique parts, 267 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 155 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

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The set contains a useful assortment of dark bluish gray elements, including slopes, tiles, and plates, which are valuable for MOC building and general LEGO construction. The jumper plates are also present in high quantities.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (16x) $1.60

Dark Bluish Gray Slope Inverted 33° 3 x 2 [Connections between Studs] (12x) $1.80

Black Tile 1 x 4 with Groove (12x) $0.96

Dark Bluish Gray Cylinder Half 2 x 4 x 4 (8x) $2.40

Orange Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (5x) $1.25

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$8.01

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Expand the oil rig into a larger offshore platform

🏙 Use the parts to create industrial dockyard scenes

🚗 Build alternate Cars-themed vehicles and structures

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Emma Vanstone's review indicates her son thoroughly enjoyed building and playing with the LEGO Cars Oil Rig Escape set. She praises the modular design of the oil rig, allowing for customization, and highlights the fun barrel shooting function and attention to detail.

LEGO Cars - Oil Rig Escape

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What the Community Says

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YouTube Reviews

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LEGO Cars - Oil Rig Escape

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

422

Official Piece Count

267

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 155 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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