LEGO Reviews Technic42093

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Name: LEGO Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 42093
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 42093
Rating: 4.8 (11663 reviews)

80 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2019579 pcsHigh agreement · 95%

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BUY

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LOVED (8)

01Captures the distinctive profile of the original car with remarkable accuracy, especially towards the rear
02Striking Sebring Orange colour scheme that demands attention and stands out on display
03Incorporates several interesting building techniques including curved roof panels and flexible tube in a new colour
04Rigid frame with rear differential, unusual for a model of this size
05Neat integration of steering mechanism and engine throughout the vehicle
06Well-executed curved roof and angled rear bodywork creating elegant design
07Door mirrors look marvellous
08Attractive exhaust details

CRITICIZED (8)

01Tyres are too small in relation to their surrounding arches; no suitable wheels currently available
02Lacks the three separate radiators which are an integral feature of the new Chevrolet Corvette
03Engine bulge on bonnet is exaggerated significantly, though it is an authentic feature
04Engine cylinders move in the wrong firing order
05Doors cannot open because they are only connected to the rear bodywork
06Relatively few controls and features inside, only dark bluish grey seats and rotating steering wheel
07Narrow trans-clear headlights lack detail depth
08Comparatively small scale has imposed notable limitations upon the design

What reviewers are saying

"Billed as the 'vette to beat all 'vettes"

Brick Fanatics

"42093 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is a new addition to the range and seems rather small in relation to past sets, containing 579 pieces and costing £39.99 or $49.99."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

42096 Porsche 911 RSR — The Corvette ZR1 is positioned as the smaller, cheaper, and more accessible option in the latest wave of Technic supercars.

75870 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 — This is the first Technic Corvette; only one other LEGO Corvette exists (the Speed Champions Z06).

42056 Porsche 911 GT3 RS — Orange pieces dominate both cars' exteriors, however 42093 is less reliant upon large panels around the bonnet, instead employing several standard Technic beams and a flexible tube, making it feel quite different to build despite visual similarities.

42022 Hot Rod — Similar in length at 29cm; both are mid-sized Technic vehicles.

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BUY

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BUY

"Billed as the 'vette to beat all 'vettes"

Key Pros

✓Rewarding and educational build experience
✓Clever part usage throughout
✓Accurate representation of the real car

Key Cons

✕Front-on view looks slightly too blocky
✕Unwanted gaps underneath the rear wheel arches

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BUY

"42093 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is a new addition to the range and seems rather small in relation to past sets, containing 579 pieces and costing £39.99 or $49.99."

Key Pros

✓Captures the distinctive profile of the original car with remarkable accuracy, especially towards the rear
✓Striking Sebring Orange colour scheme that demands attention and stands out on display
✓Incorporates several interesting building techniques including curved roof panels and flexible tube in a new colour

Key Cons

✕Tyres are too small in relation to their surrounding arches; no suitable wheels currently available
✕Lacks the three separate radiators which are an integral feature of the new Chevrolet Corvette

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Exclusivity

Brick Fanatics: Developed in partnership with Chevrolet; first Technic Corvette ever made

Brickset Reviews: Licensed Chevrolet product

Resale

Brick Bucks: Extreme zombie stock case (worst seen by reviewer); eventual profitability but severely delayed. Peaked Q4 2023 at ~$85, now back down to $72. Best held long-term despite poor hold-time fit.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

V8 engine with moving parts
Detailed and animated, with four bushes on each side moving up and down when pushed; provides both mechanical play and visual interest
Dark blue grey seats
Repurposed from door pieces in other sets but function perfectly as racing seats
Headlamps
Cleverly designed and integrated
Flexible tube in orange
Has not appeared in this colour before
Small wheel arch
New small wheel arch created for this model with potential to be extremely versatile in future
Three 3x13x2 curved roof panels
Capture the shape of the original vehicle effectively and exemplify the interesting geometry of Technic parts