LEGO Reviews Technic42083

Bugatti Chiron

Name: LEGO Bugatti Chiron 42083
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 42083
Rating: 4.76 (3848 reviews)

85 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: AA20183,599 pcsHigh agreement · 93%

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Owner ratings

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Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Bugatti Chiron is a landmark Technic flagship that earns its Highly Recommended status with a BrickScore of 85.1: 3,848 owners rate it 4.76 out of 5, and nearly every reviewer agrees the build experience alone is worth the price of admission, with the functioning W16 engine, gearbox, and deployable spoiler elevating it above all but a handful of sets in the theme."

The Technic Bugatti Chiron (42083) is one of the most celebrated builds in LEGO history, earning a BrickScore of 85.1 and a Highly Recommended rating on the strength of its engineering ambition and deeply rewarding build experience. Owner enthusiasm is exceptional: 3,848 ratings average 4.76 out of 5, with 90% recommending it. The review pool here consists entirely of LEGO.com owner voices, which converge on the same points across dozens of reviews: the build process is the product, the 16-cylinder engine and 8-speed gearbox are engineering marvels in plastic, and the finished model is a stunning display piece. Recurring criticisms are specific and consistent: stickers at a $349.99 price point feel wrong, the rear deck does not open to show the engine, and the front end is slightly fragile.

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LOVED (9)

01Deeply engaging, non-repetitive build process described by many as one of the best LEGO builds ever
02Functional 16-piston engine with visible pistons, 8-speed gearbox, working paddle shifters, and all-wheel drive differentials
03Deployable rear spoiler that rises automatically
04Working steering with visible mechanical linkage
05Iconic packaging: numbered inner boxes form a mosaic of the real Chiron, with concept drawings inside the lid
06Exceptional visual accuracy to the real Bugatti Chiron
07Scale and presence on display
08Chassis and gearbox construction praised by engineers and first-time Technic builders alike
09Interior cockpit detail and disc brake representations

CRITICIZED (7)

01Too many stickers for a $349.99 set; custom-printed parts expected at this price
02Rear deck does not open, hiding the 16-cylinder engine from view after assembly
03Front end is somewhat fragile and flimsy under the weight of the model
04Doors have only a single attachment point and can swing too far inward
05Model is very heavy; two shocks per wheel may not fully support the weight long-term
06No room to add Power Functions or motors for motorization
07Gear transitions between 2nd and 3rd can produce a clicking sound

What reviewers are saying

"LEGO's second premium Technic set, 42083 Bugatti Chiron, is the best set of this kind yet."

The Brothers Brick

"The set provides and long and satisfying build. There is little repetition -- mainly just left- and right- hand assemblies -- and, apart from the engine and gearbox, it's not particularly complicated or taxing."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

42056 Porsche 911 GT3 RS — The Bugatti Chiron is positioned as the superior successor. 'If you own and love the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, you need this car to be its companion in your collection, if for no other reason than that the blue and orange colors complement each other so well.' Both are premium sets at 1:8 scale; the Porsche is 'just a hair's breadth longer' but the Bugatti has about 800 more pieces and a larger box. The Chiron features improvements like disk brake rotors as an upgrade from the Porsche's rotor-less wheel hubs. The Bugatti raises the bar further: 'LEGO raised the bar on what a premium set should be with the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. They've just raised it again with the Bugatti Chiron.'

75878 Speed Champions Bugatti Chiron — The Technic set is vastly different in scale and complexity. 'That one is minifigure scale, so it's no surprise that the Technic model, at approximately 10,000 times the size, is a bit more accurate.' However, the Speed Champions model is positioned as a viable alternative for budget-conscious buyers: 'We loved the Speed Champions model though and its clever techniques, so even if a 3,600-piece Technic set isn't in your budget, you don't have to live like a peasant with no Bugatti Chiron in your LEGO fleet.'

42056 Porsche 911 GT3 RS — Huw identifies the Bugatti as the second 'ultimate Technic' supercar, released two years after the Porsche at the same 1:8 scale. The Bugatti improves on the Porsche in several ways: the new wheel mount with disc brake 'vastly improves the appearance,' the gearbox mechanism 'makes it work so much better than that in the Porsche' with the new orange shifter allowing rotation-based gear changes, and unlike the Porsche, the engine is partially visible through the chassis. However, both suffer from hidden complexity that limits functionality appreciation. Overall, the Bugatti is presented as a refinement rather than a revolution.

42115-1 — Released in 2018. Second 1:8 large-scale supercar. Still available at LEGO.com (in US at least). Established the design philosophy of transcending typical Technic evaluation. Simon's review cited as the definitive guide to understanding how to review these premium sets.

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BUY

The Brothers Brick

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BUY

"LEGO's second premium Technic set, 42083 Bugatti Chiron, is the best set of this kind yet."

Key Pros

✓Premium packaging with elegant minimalism and rich blue color with minimal logos
✓Incredibly detailed and complex transmission system that mimics the Bugatti's seven-speed transmission with paddle shifter mechanism
✓All-new specialized elements including disk brake rotors, new gears, and custom rims designed specifically for this set

Key Cons

✕Sticker elements on large curved surfaces instead of printing; specifically the Bugatti logos on the grille (1×2 tile) and steering wheel (1×1 half-round tile) should have been printed
✕Gaps around the edges of the front wheel arch elements near the headlights and on top sloping into the hood feel like they're missing a few elements to bridge the gap

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Brickset Reviews

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BUY

Key Pros

✓Long and satisfying build experience with minimal repetition
✓Stunning appearance with attractive dual-tone colour scheme (dark blue and dark tan)
✓Outstanding design and engineering, particularly the new 16-speed gearbox with innovative orange shifter

Key Cons

✕Hidden gearbox and engine reduce appreciation of the complex mechanisms
✕Gearbox functionality is difficult to assess with limited visibility

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Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: Premium LEGO release; likely to be wide retail initially given the high visibility and collaboration with Bugatti.

Brickset Reviews: Licensed Bugatti model; released as part of 2018 Technic summer lineup.

Resale

The Brothers Brick: Not explicitly stated, but the positioning as a premium, limited-production set with unique new elements and high-end packaging suggests strong aftermarket potential.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Disk brake rotors
All-new element; described as 'a much-needed upgrade from the rotor-less wheel hubs used on the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.' Bar 3Ls mounted behind allow brake pads to clip on via skeleton arms.
20-tooth gear with Technic pin hole
All-new element design; uses pin hole rather than existing axle-hole type.
Driving ring extension (yellow) and driving ring shifter gear (orange)
Brand new elements. The orange gears slide the dark grey driving rings forward and backward as they turn, engaging or disengaging from red or blue gears to facilitate the seven-speed transmission paddle shifter.
Unique rim elements (dark blue)
New element designed specifically for this set. Extraordinarily deep at just shy of six studs; eight studs in diameter. Feature silver printing on outside making the five-petal flower design, with a single stud in center filled with printed 1×1 round tiles bearing the stylized B logo.
Light grey flex tube (38 studs long)
Used for the iconic pinstripe around the side intakes.
Red flex tube
Spans entire back width of car for the ribbon taillight, held in place by minifigure stud shooters. Reviewer notes this is 'the first time I've seen that element used in a set outside its intended purpose, and it looks perfect here.'

What Owners Say · summarized from 60 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise the Bugatti Chiron as a rewarding, detailed engineering masterpiece with excellent build quality, but some feel the price is steep and a few wish for greater playability once built.

COMMON PRAISE

+Exceptional engineering and detailing (W16 engine, gearbox, paddle shifters, differentials)
+Engaging and rewarding building experience with minimal repetition
+Stunning presentation and packaging design with modular box layout
+High-quality construction that feels satisfying and complements other Technic cars

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Price point is too high for the cost
−Limited playability after build is complete; gearbox feels pointless mechanically
−Front suspension can sag and some components shift slightly (bonnet, key)
−Stickers rather than printed details would be improved

Engineering excellenceChallenging rewarding buildPremium presentationHigh priceLimited post-build play

Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.8

3,160 reviews

91%