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"A visually impressive, accessible Technic muscle car that earns a BrickScore of 74.9 and 4.8 stars from nearly 5,900 buyers. Committed Technic fans wanting mechanical depth should look elsewhere, but as a display model or entry-level build for car fans, it delivers strongly."
Owner response to the 2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Technic set has been overwhelmingly positive, with a 4.8 average across nearly 5,900 ratings on Amazon and an 85% would-recommend rate from LEGO buyers. Reviewers praised the striking visual accuracy, the white racing stripe detailing, and the pull-back motor as a satisfying interactive feature. The main tension in feedback is between buyers who want functional mechanics (engine pistons, steering) and those happy with a display-and-play pull-back car, with the set clearly built for the latter audience.
Where they split: The one clear split is between buyers who found the pull-back motor sufficient and those who wanted working mechanical features like engine pistons or steering. One owner directly contrasted it unfavorably with the Chiron and McLaren Senna builds on functional grounds, while the majority rated it excellent across the board.
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"When this car was revved up, it would stay still, until I pressed a button on top, which would make it launch. Usually into a wall or other construction made out of LEGO and wooden blocks. Some great memories there."
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"LEGO has been producing Technic sets with pull-back motors for some years but the majority of them have prioritised playability over aesthetics and realism which has resulted in them having limited appeal to adults. Howe…"
Brickset Reviews"When this car was revved up, it would stay still, until I pressed a button on top, which would make it launch. Usually into a wall or other construction made out of LEGO and wooden blocks. Some great memories there."
"LEGO has been producing Technic sets with pull-back motors for some years but the majority of them have prioritised playability over aesthetics and realism which has resulted in them having limited appeal to adults. However, that's set to change next year with the release of two licensed vehicles, 42137 Porsche 99x Electric and 42138 Ford Mustang Shelby, the subject of this review, which both look great, and hopefully work well too."
Most owners praise the striking design, satisfying build experience, and fun pull-back mechanism, but recurring issues with missing parts, color inconsistencies, and lack of mechanical features like working engines or doors frustrate a notable segment.
Amazon4.8
LEGO.com4.4
