Welcome to The Brick Stand’s weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets! This week, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with the Creator set: Desert Racers (Product Number: 31040), which was officially retired on December 8, 2016. Take a nostalgic look back at this exciting set and rediscover the thrill of building and racing with LEGO bricks.
Versatile Off-Road Fun
The Desert Racers set from the Creator theme is a dynamic off-roader with a striking red, black, and tan color scheme, equipped with yellow warning beacons, a bull bar, roll cage, and deep-tread tires. This 3-in-1 LEGO Creator model offers the option to rebuild it into a 4×4 or a dune buggy, providing multiple build-and-play experiences. Additionally, it can be combined with other mini-vehicle sets for endless play scenarios. The set includes unique features such as yellow warning beacons, a roll cage, antenna, fire extinguisher, and large deep-tread tires, offering an authentic off-road experience. With over 60 LEGO bricks included, this set is designed to provide an age-appropriate building experience for children aged 6-12. The off-roader measures over 1” (5cm) high, 2” (7cm) long, and 1” (3cm) wide. The dune buggy measures over 1” (4cm) high, 2” (7cm) long, and 1” (3cm) wide, while the 4×4 measures over 1” (3cm) high, 2” (6cm) long, and 1” (3cm) wide. The set was designed to be combined with the 31041, 31043, and 31045 mini-vehicle sets for extended play options. The Desert Racers set was originally released in 2016 with a price of £4.99 / 4.99 € / $4.99 US / $6.99 CAD.
Timeless Creations
The Desert Racers set from the Creator theme holds a unique place in LEGO history as a small 3-in-1 Creator set released in 2016. The set offered three models to build, with the off-road 4×4 being the main model. Upon release, it received mixed reviews, with some praising the design and playability, while others found the building experience to be limited due to only one appealing model. Despite this, the set still holds a standing among AFOLs as a part of the Creator series, and it remains a notable addition to the collection of LEGO off-road vehicles.
Brick Buzz
The Desert Racers set from the LEGO Creator theme has received mixed reviews. One review from Wom on The Brick Stand notes the set’s appeal to the target audience of 6-12 years, with a good variety of parts and smart use of the front bumper and wheels. However, the reviewer found that only one of the three offered models was really appealing, resulting in a limited building time and a rating of 3/5 stars. Wom suggests exploring other 2016 Creator models for a wiser investment. (Wom, The Brick Stand, 2016)
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Desert Racers Reviews
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Join us next week as we continue our weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets. This week, we delved into the adrenaline-pumping world of the Desert Racers, set number 31040 from the Creator theme. Get ready to rev your engines as we explore more iconic sets in the coming weeks. Be sure to check back next week for the next installment of The Brick Stand’s Retired LEGO Sets Spotlight!
