Discover the ultimate Formula 1 experience this Christmas with Lego Technic’s Mercedes W14: a challenging, thrilling build for enthusiasts!
We continue the F1Lead Christmas Guide 2024 with another remarkable Lego gift: the 2023 Mercedes F1 W14! Collaborations between Lego and Formula 1 are becoming increasingly frequent, and this 1:8 scale model has earned a prestigious spot in the Danish toy maker’s lineup.
The Technic range continues to grow with several Formula 1 car models, including last year’s Mercedes with its black livery and compact sidepods. Driven by Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, it didn’t achieve any victories but secured several podiums.
This 1,643-piece set requires just over ten hours of assembly. Like every Lego Technic set, it offers detailed functionality, including a working piston engine, functional transmission, and steering.
The suspension system is intricate, providing genuine damping for the model, which sits on large, imposing wheels. The rear wing includes an operational DRS, and the engine cover can be removed to reveal the turbo hybrid V6.
Some assembly steps can be challenging, requiring careful attention to the orientation of smaller pieces to avoid retracing your work. Does the author of this article speak from experience? Let’s not deny it—it happened!
The finished product is a pleasure to behold. As with any Lego Technic set, the fun lies in guessing which part you’re assembling before it becomes clear—or not!
Complex sections, such as the steering system, are built across multiple steps scattered throughout the process. The wheels can turn left and right, controlled by a piece on top of the car where the camera would be.
When the car moves, the transmission engages, and the engine springs to life, adding a realistic touch that’s satisfying to watch. Budding mechanics—aged 16 to 18, as the set is designed for this age range—will enjoy exploring the basics of engine functionality and experiencing the W14’s suspension in action.
The LEGO Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance (Set No. 42171) is available in the UK with a recommended retail price of £189.99. However, current offers list it at £169.99 and £152.00. The model measures 63 cm in length, 26 cm in width, and 13 cm in height.
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Lego Technic’s Mercedes F1: The Ultimate Christmas Gift Lego Technic’s Mercedes F1: The Ultimate Christmas Gift
