This week, The Brick Stand is shining a spotlight on the retired LEGO set, the Roller Coaster (10261) from the Creator Expert theme. This iconic set was retired on November 20, 2021, and has since been highly sought after by LEGO enthusiasts. Join us as we take a nostalgic look back at this thrilling build in our weekly series on retired LEGO sets.
Brick-by-Brick: Taking a Thrilling Ride with the Creator Expert Roller Coaster
The Roller Coaster set from the Creator Expert theme boasts an impressive piece count of 4124 and includes a range of authentic fairground features and functions. Notably, the set features 11 minifigures, such as a cotton candy vendor, ride attendants, grandparents with their granddaughter, and riders, with 8 of these minifigures sporting reversible heads to display different emotions. Additionally, the set comes with two trains and a 44-piece track consisting of 7 different rail elements. Special new-for-June-2018 elements such as a 2x8x6 Rail Slope and 1x2x1 Bow Brick are also included. Designed to provide a challenging and rewarding building experience, the Roller Coaster set also offers the option to upgrade with LEGO Power functions for a motorized chain lift or LEGO BOOST for added movement sensor and realistic sound effects. Furthermore, the set measures over 20” (53cm) high, 34” (88cm) wide, and 16” (41cm) deep, making it a substantial and impressive addition to any LEGO collection.
Roller Coaster Legends
The LEGO Roller Coaster, part of the Creator Expert theme, holds a significant place in LEGO history as the first official roller coaster set. Upon its release, it was highly anticipated and well received by fans and adult fans of LEGO (AFOLs) alike. The set features over 4,000 pieces and offers a challenging yet rewarding building experience. With its working roller coaster mechanism and 11 included minifigures, it provides ample playability and value for money. The Roller Coaster has garnered a dedicated following among AFOLs and continues to be highly regarded for its impressive size and playability.
Roller Coaster Set Reactions
The Roller Coaster set from the LEGO Creator Expert theme has received a range of reactions from reviewers. One enthusiast, mablemyhre, expressed their excitement, stating, “It is quite remarkable as you build this page by page it turns into a working roller coaster with drops and turns. The 11 minifigs is a real plus in that you have enough minifigs to load the coaster cars for a ride of their life.” Additionally, pete1971 praised the playability of the set, saying, “The set proved to be very playable by my daughter, particularly with 11 minifigs included and nice peripheral touches, like the ticket booth and cotton candy vendor.” However, Gerbil raised concerns about the functionality of the set, stating, “The set required a lot of tweaking to make it run smoothly initially, and even then the force required to turn the chain/rollers at the top is considerable.” Overall, the Roller Coaster set has garnered substantial praise for its challenging build and playability, while also drawing attention to potential functional issues.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Roller Coaster Reviews
Roller Coaster Retired: A Collector’s Gem
The Roller Coaster set from the Creator Expert theme has been retired and is no longer available from official LEGO retailers. Since its release, the set has increased in value, with new sets selling for an average of $483.22 and used sets for $382.68, according to recent Bricklink sales data. The set has garnered positive reviews for its impressive build and playability, with some reviewers noting the intricate details and play features. Despite some repetitive aspects in the build process, the set has been praised for its value for money and impressive size, with some fans recommending it for both young and old LEGO enthusiasts.
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In this weekly spotlight, we explored the exciting world of the retired Roller Coaster set, product number 10261, from the Creator Expert theme. If you missed out on this thrilling build, be sure to stay tuned for next week’s featured retired set. Join us as we continue to celebrate these beloved LEGO creations each week here at The Brick Stand.
