Let’s be clear, this is based on speculative reports and should be treated as such. However, since the source is often right there might be truth to this. So thanks to brick_clicker for reporting, now let’s get into it…
So the rumour is we’re getting 1993’s McLaren MP4/8 in LEGO Icons next year. The set should release in March 2024, consist of 693 pieces, retail at $79.99 and include an Ayrton Senna minifigure.
LEGO already has a licensing partnership with McLaren so that would make this not unlikely. F1 is ever more popular after the Netflix series ‘Drive To Survive’ and McLaren is an iconic team with a long heritage. Meanwhile, Ayrton Senna remains one of the most respected driver’s in the sport’s history. The MP4/8 is the car that Senna drove to his last victory 30 years ago.
However, I’m surprised by this choice. The car didn’t bring a championship to either team or driver. So when considering classic McLaren F1 cars I’d expect the 1988 MP4/4 instead of this one. That car won all but one race (and of course the championships) and was raced by not only Senna, but also Alain Prost, another great champion.
So this makes me question the rumour a bit, it doesn’t fully make sense to me.
What do you think? Is this a great historic F1 car to make an official LEGO set of? Or are you as surprised by the choice? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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