The best LEGO sets for adults

by Nikita P.

Early in 1932 when Kirk Ole Christiansen found the company, he had no idea about how popular LEGO would be in the future. But as we are now speaking, it has become one of the most widely known toys that you can find on earth. It is something that you can find everywhere around the world as they have replicated television shows, motion pictures, and video games.


lego play adults


Indeed, the LEGO industry focuses mostly on kids, but there are still many of these sets that are not limited to adults. One thing you should know about these sets is that they are not just instruments for playing, but they are also action figures, puzzles, models, and many more. Another thing again is that they work together with one's imagination.


Having all these in mind, we have put together some of the best LEGO sets that we believe grown-ups adults will enjoy playing with. Let us take a look at these sets.



LEGO SHIP-IN-A-BOTTLE (Amazon link)

The ship-in-a-bottle LEGO set has about 1000 pieces. It is moderate in size and difficulty. What we are trying to say here is that anyone can easily build it, and it has been made to perfectly stay on the top of your desk. It is cost-friendly and this makes it an excellent choice for grown-ups.


lego ship in a bottle


LEGO DISNEY STEAMBOAT WILLIE (Amazon link)

In the year 1928, a cartoon titled “steamboat willie”, was released, and this is a cartoon that was going to change the world of entertainment forever. This was the first time that Disney’s omnipresent Mickey Mouse, Mascot, and some other animated companions. To pay tribute to this legendary cartoon, LEGO launched the 751-piece building blocks – LEGO Disney Steamboat Willie, replicating the animated rodent and also the titular vessel. This set also features the Minifigure of Mickey as well as Minnie. It also has some accessories that bring the iconic scenes back to life. To make it look realistic just like in the film, it comes in black-and-white color. This kit is a great one for adults as well as parents that seek closeness with their children.

LEGO Ideas 21317 Disney Steamboat Willie Building Kit


LEGO TOP GEAR RALLY CAR (Amazon link)

If I was asked to pick a Technic set that would be a nice addition to adults’ LEGO collection, I would go for the LEGO Technic App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car. This is a very impressive rally car. It can handle very difficult rally stages with ease. There is more to that, it can also as a nice RC car. One interesting thing about this LEGO set is that you can just use a mobile app on your Smartphone to control and drive the car around. As an adult, this will be a perfect match for you.

LEGO TOP GEAR RALLY CAR


LEGO HARLEY-DAVIDSON FAT BOY (Amazon link)

This motorcycle is among the best LEGO models that have ever been released. This i0s exactly the kind of motorcycle that Schwarzenegger rode in the Terminator 2 movie titled “Judgment Day. The whole details of this LEGO creator model are brilliant and beautiful. Even the smaller features too are also amazing. This is the first set to have up to 1000 pieces and is more complicated compared to other creator models. This does not mean that it is so difficult to build, anyone who strictly follows the instructions and directions can build it without any problem.

LEGO Creator Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 10269


LEGO JAMES BOND ASTON MARTIN DB5 (Amazon link)

Many classic cars have been driven by James Bond, but not many of them match the DB5 (Aston Martin) from Goldfinger. This car is not just brilliant, but it also has some gadgets that are hidden in it. if you just look at the car first from a distance, all you will see is a 1,295-piece LEGO set that replicates the iconic vehicle that James Bond drove. But, when you come closer and examine it critically, you will notice some amazing hidden details, such as a license plate that is revolving, machine guns at the front-end, an ejector seat (functional), and many more. You will certainly be proud to own this kit.

LEGO JAMES BOND ASTON MARTIN DB5


LEGO EMPIRE STATE BUILDING (Amazon link)

This is one of the LEGO models that adults can make use of. This set replicates one of the iconic buildings the world has ever known, and that is the Empire State Building. It comes in 1,767 pieces and has a gorgeous design from the bottom to the top. This set also features streets and a variety of taxis all around the building. This will be a great deal for NYC lovers, history lovers, lovers of design, and many more.


LEGO EMPIRE STATE BUILDING


LEGO MACK ANTHEM (Amazon link)

Not every one of us is indeed truck drivers, but the love or the manufacturing of automotive and also for the road has made a lot of people to develop n interest in trucks. If you are among the set of people that love trucks, then the LEGO Technic Mack Anthem is made just for you. This toy contains two different parts, which are, truck (Mack Anthem) and the trailer that has a boom of a crane. With the set’s 2,595 pieces, you can successfully build the two parts. This model is worth having.


LEGO MACK ANTHEM

LEGO STRANGER THINGS: THE UPSIDE DOWN

Stranger things movie used to be the most popular Netflix series till The Witcher overshadowed it. In the Stranger things movie, there is another world that is called the Upside Down, and this part has been recreated cleverly in this LEGO set that has 2,287 pieces. Many easter eggs that were shown I the fil are featured in this model as well as the Demogorgon Minifigure and some other characters. 

LEGO STRANGER THINGS: THE UPSIDE DOWN

LEGO IDEAS VOLTRON (Amazon link)

Are you a lover of cartoons who lived in early 1980 and is looking for a LEGO set to possess? Then, you will be interested in the LEGO Ideas Voltron. This set contains 2,321 pieces that replicate the first-ever giant robot that breaks into various smaller robots. Honestly, with this set, you will feel like a kid again.

LEGO IDEAS VOLTRON


LEGO 1989 BATMOBILE (Amazon link)

If you are not interested in Voltron and you are looking for another buildable nostalgia, then this will be the perfect set for you. Ever since the Batman movie was released, this is the first time that the 1989 Batmobile will be rendered in bricks. Even with its gorgeousness, this set still needs to feature the hidden details to be complete. Some of the hidden features are pop-up machine guns, a cockpit (slide-open), and a turbine exhaust that rotates. It also has some minifigures, such as the Joker, which is Batman’s greatest enemy.

LEGO 1989 BATMOBILE


LEGO BUGATTI CHIRON (Amazon link)

The Bugatti Chiron is an awesome car that can produce up to 1,479 horsepower including a torque of 1,180 foot-pounds. If you should ask a kid to place car posters on his wall, you will see this car among them. This might be among the reasons why LEGO decided to create this Technic model. There are 3,599 pieces in this set which means that the whole detail of this magnificent car can be built. As a lover of cars, this can mean a lot to you.


LEGO TAJ MAHAL (Amazon link)

Taj Mahal of India is among the most gorgeous architectural design you will ever see. It was built since 1600 and travelers around the world still go to visit it today. Do you also wish to travel there to view this amazing work of architecture but have no time for that? The problem has already been solved for you. You can now use the 5,923 pieces of the LEGO Taj Mahal kit to build your own. Looking at the number of pieces it has, you will know that it is not even meant for kids.

LEGO TAJ MAHAL

LEGO IMPERIAL STAR DESTROYER (Amazon link)

Your LEGO collection is not yet complete if you do not have at least one of the LEGO Star Wars models. There are many amazing Star Wars sets, such as the Tantive IV, Death Star, and Millennium Falcon. But, the Imperial Star Destroyer seems to be the most preferred choice. Not only is this set a mere Star Destroyer, it is the first-ever weapon to be featured on the screen in the movie titled "A New Hope", and this also makes it more desirable. The set comprises of 4,784 pieces and is extremely detailed. As an adult and a Star Wars fan, the Imperial Star Destroyer will be perfect for you.

LEGO IMPERIAL STAR DESTROYER

LEGO EXCAVATOR LIEBHERR R 9800 (Amazon link)

Excavators pump up our blood just the way semi-trucks do, probably, because of their sheer power. The fascination of an excavator makes it a perfect selection for adults. The individual pieces of this set are 4,108 and it is 25” wide. With the help of an electric motor that is functioning, you can easily control the excavator wirelessly via your Smartphone. Even though it is expensive, all construction lovers would love to have this in their collection.

LEGO EXCAVATOR LIEBHERR R 9800


Conclusion

From this article, you have seen that LEGO toys are not restricted only to kids, as an adult; you can go to any LEGO store and purchase any of the above mentioned LEGO sets for your enjoyment.



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