Pop-Up Party Bus

Name: LEGO Pop-Up Party Bus 70828
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 70828
Rating: 4.65 (31 reviews)

81 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A20191,024 pcsHigh agreement · 99%

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BUY

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Highly Recommended

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LOVED (8)

01Striking, unique design that stands out
02Excellent functionality with multiple pop-up and folding mechanisms
03Novel vibrant coral color is a worthwhile palette addition
04Impressive disco light feature that refracts light
05Good selection of new gear pieces for 2019
06Well-produced minidoll characters with detailed printing
07Good value for money despite compact appearance
08Generous spare parts including special new pieces

CRITICIZED (8)

01Build process not particularly challenging or interesting
02Compact appearance doesn't convey 1,000+ piece count
03Missing a juice bar or refreshment dispensing station for complete party experience
04Disco Kitty's face has an awkward mark that may be a printing defect
05Zeb character lacks articulation and mouth detail
06Light brick feature can lose power over time
07Some figures lack articulation compared to expectations
08Somewhat repetitive construction process

What reviewers are saying

"One of the more striking and different looking things that LEGO has made possibly ever."

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"The model offers a mix of things that I really like (creative building techniques, interesting and new parts, and aspects which I don't prefer including somewhat repetitive construction process and a finished model that …"

Brick Architect

Ecosystem

Cistar Starship from LEGO Movie 2 — Unlike the Cistar Starship from the same series, the build process for the Party Bus was not as interesting and did not teach the builder as much.

The LEGO Movie 2Tier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 2

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BUY

JANG's LEGO Reviews

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BUY

"One of the more striking and different looking things that LEGO has made possibly ever."

Key Pros

✓Striking, unique design that stands out
✓Excellent functionality with multiple pop-up and folding mechanisms
✓Novel vibrant coral color is a worthwhile palette addition

Key Cons

✕Build process not particularly challenging or interesting
✕Compact appearance doesn't convey 1,000+ piece count

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Brick Architect

Expert Video Source

BUY

Key Pros

✓Creative building techniques
✓Interesting and new parts
✓Whimsical transformer-like play features

Key Cons

✕Somewhat repetitive construction process
✕Finished model doesn't look especially inviting on the shelf

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Buy now (2)Wait for sale (0)

Value drivers

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Melody's new oversized rubber afro and the Disco Kitty variant could drive minifig value.

Exclusivity

JANG's LEGO Reviews: The Lego Movie 2 exclusive set with unique design and new color elements.

Brick Architect: Exclusive elements (splat gear) available only in this set; part of The LEGO Movie 2 line

Resale

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Not explicitly addressed, but the uniqueness and new pieces suggest potential long-term value.

Brick Architect: Often available for discount; likely has moderate resale potential given strong parts value

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (4)

Unikitty - Disco Kitty

Melody

Zebe

Tempo

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Vibrant coral colored bricks
New color to the LEGO palette in 2019. Described as almost fluorescent and distinctive. A worthwhile addition that brightens up the palette. Limited number included in the set but made a striking visual impact.
New 2x2 turntable base
Brand new piece for 2019 with alignment marks to keep gears synchronized at 90-degree angles.
Large transparent purple panel
Largest, smoothest mass of Trans Purple ever, can be removed as one whole sub-assembly for easy access to driving compartment.
Crystal egg piece from LEGO Elves line
Used as disco light reflector that refracts light to create a disco light effect even in daylight.
New gear designs
Very new, brand new gears inspired by old designs but working with turntables. Help bring action without hidden gear mechanisms that add thickness and cost.
1x2x1 and 2/3 bricks with studs on sides
Allows better grip without stacking multiple smaller pieces.