12 Insanely Cool LEGO Collectibles You Wish You Had As A Kid
Everything is awesome!
Published for Shell, 09 Nov 2015, 12:06 PM
1. The one where The Big Apple, Yoda loves
This rare collector's item, sold for a limited period by NYC's Times Square Toys 'R Us, sees the sage Master without his staple Jedi robes and instead decked out in an iconic "I Love NY" t-shirt, complete with a Yoda-speak spin!
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2. The one that makes you want to live out your hippie dreams
Every iconic feature is kept on this classic 1962 Volkswagen Camper Van replica, including the 'splittie' safari windshield and the pop-up roof with textile curtain surround. Spot the 'Make LEGO Models, Not War' T-shirt in the van!
4. The one that makes you want to move to Springfield
The Simpsons family comes complete with must-have accessories, like Bart's skateboard, Lisa's A+ homework, and of course, the couch.
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5. The one that went to space
Part of the Life On Mars series, these alien minifigures were sent into orbit on the International Space Station, and were framed with a certificate of authenticity upon their return to Earth.
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6. The one that reminds you who to call when there's something strange in the neighbourhood
In conjunction with Ghostbusters' 30th anniversary, this fan-designed set features the beloved Ecto-1 vehicle and the Ghosbusters gang in minifigures form.
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7. The one that travels through time
This iconic Back To The Future DeLorean Time Machine set features the famous gull-wing doors, the flux capacitor, Marty McFly with his trusty skateboard, and Doc Brown.
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8. The one that spins your childhood memories to life
This intricate LEGO Creator Grand Carousel has over 3,000 pieces, which combine to form a moving, musical carousel.
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9. The one that combines the best of both building worlds
Epicness happens when LEGO and Minecraft join forces! There are about 10 sets to choose from, including The Farm, which includes a Steve minifigure, a skeleton, a cow, a sheep and other cool accessories including a crafting table and a pumpkin helmet.
10. The one with the gold chrome-plated C-3PO
In celebration of Star Wars' 30th anniversary, LEGO created 10,000 gold chrome-plated C-3PO minifigures (as well as 2 14-carat gold versions!), which were randomly packaged in Star Wars playsets.
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11. The one that makes you wanna live in a pineapple under the sea!
It's party time in Bikini Bottom and you're invited! This Undersea Party set includes Spongebob, Patrick, Squidward, Mrs Puff, and Gary, while exciting accessories like Spongebob's pineapple abode and Squidward's statuesque home complete the fun.
12. The one where everything is awesome!
Just what every LEGO (and LEGO Movie) fan needs: Emmet with Cool-Tag and Batman! Everything is awesome, indeed!
