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Back to the Future Time Machine

Name: LEGO Back to the Future Time Machine 10300
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 10300
Rating: 4.74 (3978 reviews)

82 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A20221,872 pcsHigh agreement · 94%

Expert reviews

5analyzed

Owner ratings

4.0K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Back to the Future Time Machine is a triumph of licensed LEGO design, earning a BrickScore of 81.8 and a 4.74 owner average from nearly 4,000 buyers. Fans of the franchise will find it one of the most gratifying builds in the Icons line."

The Back to the Future Time Machine earns a BrickScore of 81.8 on the strength of its faithful DeLorean recreation, clever engineering, and deep nostalgia appeal for franchise fans. Across 3,978 owner ratings averaging 4.74 out of 5, buyers echo the enthusiasm, with 89% saying they would recommend it. Critics and owners are largely aligned, though value scores are the weakest aspect at 54.7, reflecting the premium $199.99 MSRP.

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LOVED (8)

01Highly accurate DeLorean shape and proportions that reviewers call a near-perfect recreation
02Clever retractable wheel mechanism that converts the car to hover mode from Part II
03Light brick that illuminates the Flux Capacitor inside the car
04Three configurable versions representing each film in the trilogy, with relatively straightforward swapping between them
05Gull-wing doors that open and close on the model
06Fun film and car trivia scattered throughout the instruction manual
07Detailed interior including dashboard, plutonium case, and a scale hoverboard
08Minifigures praised for their iconic printing, including sneakers printed on the sides of legs

CRITICIZED (7)

01Gull-wing doors too heavy to stay open on their own, preventing display with doors open
02Front wheels cannot turn, as they are locked into the flip-down mechanism
03Off-colored pieces visible underneath the chassis that spoil the clean look
04Rear wheels and tyres considered slightly undersized for accurate proportions
05No Einstein minifigure included, noted as a missed opportunity given the time circuit dates
06Price of $199.99 is frequently called out as steep, with a value consensus score of only 54.7
07Some builders noted they would need to purchase three sets to display all movie versions simultaneously

What reviewers are saying

"LEGO sets rarely achieve the quality of 10300 Back to the Future Time Machine!"

Brickset Reviews

"Yes this set is incredible, yes you will love it even if you've never seen the movies, and yes you should go out and buy it if you have $200 burning a hole in your pocket."

Rebrickable Reviews

"Will the third time be the charm? Or will we have to hope someone goes back in time yet again to try and fix things?"

The Brothers Brick

"It's not a perfect set, it's actually flawed, but the Back to the Future movies were a seminal part of my childhood cinematic experience, so getting a Creator Expert-scale LEGO Delorean just feels like a dream come true,…"

Jay's Brick Blog

"i personally like most of what i see here shaping wise fit and finish wise"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

10274 Ghostbusters ECTO-1 — 10300 may be even more impressive, featuring extraordinary detail and functions

10265 Ford Mustang — DeLorean reaches 35cm in length, matching Ford Mustang almost exactly. Relative scale is incredibly realistic. Similar steering assembly structure in Technic construction.

10295 Porsche 911 — DeLorean reaches 35cm in length, matching Porsche 911 almost exactly. Shares design features and steering assembly structure.

10262 James Bond Aston Martin DB5 — Windscreen structure similar to Aston Martin DB5, although absolute rigidity is even more important for the DeLorean.

IconsTier 1Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 5

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"LEGO sets rarely achieve the quality of 10300 Back to the Future Time Machine!"

Key Pros

✓Creative building techniques
✓Incredible accuracy
✓Clever functions

Key Cons

✕Doors cannot remain open on display
✕Wheel arches lack appropriate curvature

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Editorial Source

BUY

"Yes this set is incredible, yes you will love it even if you've never seen the movies, and yes you should go out and buy it if you have $200 burning a hole in your pocket."

Key Pros

✓One of the best builds in recent memory
✓Masterclass in interesting techniques and part usage
✓Most accurate System car model LEGO have ever made

Key Cons

✕Saggy doors that don't stay up reliably over time
✕Appears undersized compared to other iconic 80's LEGO vehicles like the Batmobile and Ecto-1

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The Brothers Brick

Expert Video Source

BUY

"Will the third time be the charm? Or will we have to hope someone goes back in time yet again to try and fix things?"

Key Pros

✓First truly accurate Creator Expert-scale take on the DeLorean
✓Three-in-one build captures all three movie eras with distinct visual changes
✓New molds specifically designed to achieve iconic DeLorean shaping

Key Cons

✕Gull-wing doors lack sufficient friction to stay open; they drop closed when released, limiting display possibilities
✕Dashboard sticker is 'very difficult to apply' with alignment challenges for date displays

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Jay's Brick Blog

Editorial Source

BUY

Key Pros

✓A fantastic re-creation of an iconic vehicle
✓Great addition to the Creator Expert lineup
✓Has 3 modes

Key Cons

✕Quite pricey for a Creator Expert vehicle
✕Too many stickers, not enough prints

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JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source

BUY

"i personally like most of what i see here shaping wise fit and finish wise"

Key Pros

✓Excellent build quality and durability
✓Conversion between three movie versions adds replay value
✓Gull-wing doors are accurate and functional

Key Cons

✕Gull-wing doors don't have sufficient friction to stay open without support
✕Gap between body panels visible on side could be tighter

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Value drivers

Rebrickable Reviews: Doc Brown and Marty McFly with completely new custom printed torsos and legs are exclusive to this set and will drive collector interest.

The Brothers Brick: Both exclusive minifigures drive value: Doc Brown in his yellow future suit from the first film (all-new dual-sided face and torso with new printed legs) and Marty McFly (new dual-sided torso and printed legs). These are exclusive to this set.

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: LEGO Icons exclusive (18+ branding). One-time production release typical of movie-licensed large-scale vehicles.

Rebrickable Reviews: LEGO Icons exclusive set; wide retail availability at LEGO Shop globally.

Resale

Brickset Reviews: Strong aftermarket demand expected given the iconic nature of the subject matter and limited availability of comparable large-scale movie vehicles.

Rebrickable Reviews: Strong aftermarket potential expected, though not explicitly stated. As a premium adult Icons set with limited production and high demand from the Back to the Future fanbase, it should hold or appreciate in value.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (2)

Marty McFly - Red Jacket with Pockets, Dark Bluish Gray Arms

$13

Doc Brown - Long Hair, Yellow Coat

$12

Standout parts (per reviewers)

2x4 angled slope
New piece developed for the DeLorean, revealed in official images of 75325 The Mandalorian's N-1 Starfighter
Exclusive windscreen 14x6Value
Resembles windscreen from 10248 Ferrari F40. Component is exclusive to this set.
Shepherd's crook (black)
Initially developed for Bo Peep. Used in black for the connecting hook. This colour has never appeared before.
White Technic half pins
Placed inside Mr. Fusion generator. Have not been produced in white since 2005 in 4888 Underwater Exploration.
Flexible black cables
Cleverly threaded behind 1x2 plates with vertical bars near the front. Black is only available here and seems exceptionally useful.
Light brick (hidden)
Integrated behind flux capacitor, activated by button on top positioned immediately behind tachyon pulse generator.

What Owners Say

Back to the Future fans consider this DeLorean one of LEGO's finest licensed builds, praising its clever engineering and three-film versatility, but the doors not staying open and heavy sticker use are consistent complaints that hold it back from perfection.

COMMON PRAISE

+Wheel-flip mechanism for hover mode widely praised as an ingenious engineering highlight
+Ability to configure the car as any of three movie versions is a major selling point, with swappable parts for each film
+Light-up flux capacitor seen as a delightful detail that adds a 'wow factor' to the display
+Build experience described as consistently enjoyable from start to finish, with creative brick techniques throughout

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Gullwing doors do not stay open on their own, frustrating many owners who want to show off the interior
−Extensive use of stickers instead of printed elements criticized sharply given the premium price, covering key iconic elements like the flux capacitor, time circuits, and license plates
−Several reviewers reported missing pieces, requiring waits for LEGO replacements or substitutions from personal collections
−Switching between movie versions requires removing many pieces, making it less convenient than expected

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Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.9

2,040 reviews

95%