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Build your own Taichung Station

Relive the wonder of Taiwan's iconic landmark with this 159-piece set from the Cities of Wonders collection!

🏛 Cities of Wonders
Set #COWT4

Taichung Station

Taichung Station is a charming microscale representation of a real-world landmark.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for LEGO fans of all ages who enjoy building architectural models and cityscapes, especially those interested in landmarks. ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 159 pcs
★★★☆☆ 3.8

Fans appreciate the set's unique subject matter and compact design, making it a charming display piece. Some find the build simple and the lack of minifigures disappointing for the price.

📝 Our Take

Taichung Station is a charming microscale representation of a real-world landmark. Part of the Cities of Wonders series, it captures the essence of the station's architecture in a compact and displayable form, perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate unique and geographically significant builds.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors who enjoy architectural models and cityscapes. With its small size and relatively low piece count, it offers a quick and enjoyable build, making it an ideal addition to any LEGO city layout or display shelf.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more detailed models or sets with minifigures. The microscale design might not appeal to those seeking intricate building techniques or play features; consider larger Architecture series sets for a more complex building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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159
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building process
  • Uses clever techniques to capture the station's architectural details in microscale
  • Compact size makes it easy to display
  • Unique parts usage for detailing

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
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As a retired set from a niche theme (Cities of Wonders), Taichung Station presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its low piece count and lack of minifigures might limit its appeal to some collectors. However, its status as a microscale architectural model and its connection to a real-world landmark could attract enthusiasts seeking unique and displayable sets. Appreciation potential is likely to be gradual and steady, rather than rapid.

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Compared to larger LEGO Architecture sets like 21042-1 Statue of Liberty or 21044-1 Paris, this set offers a quicker and more affordable building experience. However, it lacks the intricate detail and scale of those sets. If you prefer microscale models and are interested in unique landmarks, Taichung Station is a good choice. Otherwise, consider the larger Architecture sets for a more challenging and visually impressive build.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 53 unique parts • 159 total pieces

Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder with Clock Print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr0001 White
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Light Bluish Gray
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 Black
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Black
Brick 1 x 16 Brick 1 x 16
Part #: 2465 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2921 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Red
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 8 Brick 2 x 8
Part #: 3007 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Black
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Dark Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope 45° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3045 Black
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Light Bluish Gray
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Reddish Brown
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Red
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Dark Pink
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Bright Light Orange
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Dark Red
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Dark Red
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Dark Red
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 75° 2 x 2 x 2 Quadruple Convex Slope 75° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3688 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Green
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Red
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Dark Red
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Groove Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4216 Dark Red
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 Black
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 8 Slope 45° 2 x 8
Part #: 4445 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Black
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 60592 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 12 Brick 1 x 12
Part #: 6112 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Light Bluish Gray
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Red
Creature Body Part, Horn (Unicorn) Creature Body Par...
Part #: 89522 Sand Green
Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
Part #: 92438 Black
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92593 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Arch 1 x 6 Raised Arch Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
Part #: 92950 Light Bluish Gray
This set offers a selection of useful small parts in common colors like Light Bluish Gray, Black, and Dark Red. The inclusion of several specialized parts, such as the Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle and the Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex, could be valuable for MOC builders seeking unique detailing elements.

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Red Brick Special 1 x 2 with Groove (8x) $1.20
Light Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle (8x) $1.60
Black Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex (8x) $0.80
Reddish Brown Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front (6x) $1.50
Sand Green Creature Body Part, Horn (Unicorn) (4x) $1.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.10

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the station with additional modules to create a larger railway network.
🏛 Rebuild into other microscale architectural landmarks or buildings.
🌳 Design a small park or plaza around the station using plant elements.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

53
Unique Parts
159
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
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