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"A mixed-verdict Speed Champions polybag that impresses with its unique parts selection but disappoints with a generic livery and close resemblance to its 2024 predecessor, earning a BrickScore of 66. Best approached as a free gift-with-purchase or a cheap collector complement to a larger F1-themed lineup rather than a standalone buy."
The Mini F1 ACADEMY Car is a 2026 Speed Champions polybag priced at $3.99, landing in Mixed Reviews with a BrickScore of 66. Expert critics are split: RacingBrick found it a nice collector addition with enough unique details to distinguish it from the prior McLaren polybag, while Brickset gave it a 62 and called it decent but underwhelming compared to other Speed Champions polybags. Owner data is negligible (one rating of 5 out of 5), so the critical split is the meaningful signal here.
Where they split: RacingBrick rated it 70 and found it a charming addition with enough differentiation from the McLaren polybag to earn its place. Brickset rated it 62 and called it the weakest Speed Champions polybag in the line, citing the generic livery and strong similarity to 30683. Both agreed on the disproportionate top piece as a visual weakness.
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Unlock with Collector or Reseller"Apart from that oversized black 1x2 piece on top, which feels disproportionate, I actually like it."
RacingBrick
"This is a decent model, but other Speed Champions polybags are much better"
Brickset Reviews"Apart from that oversized black 1x2 piece on top, which feels disproportionate, I actually like it."
"This is a decent model, but other Speed Champions polybags are much better"
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