LEGO Technic 42151 Bugatti Bolide detailed building review

[@Unbrickme]

FINALLY we release a review of the SAME set at the SAME time! And sariel too! He also released it at the same time as us! What an insane coincidence! The universe works in strange ways

[@RacingBrick]

I think we should set up a synchronized swimming team, it works so well!

[@Unbrickme]

@@RacingBrick Agreed!

[@rm8brickgarage]

@@Unbrickme so, does it suck?)

[@Unbrickme]

@@rm8brickgarage overall, definitely not!

[@Wars_TSM]

i dont know which one to watch first

[@Halcyon554]

I got the set and I finished building it this morning. I absolutely LOVE it. So I'm generally not a big Bugatti fan but I'm head over heels in love with the Bolide. No regrets with this set. I'm just very happy to have a Lego model of this Bugatti!

[@coffeeinhandproductions3238]

Not sure if planning to buy it, but it's a good functional set, at a good price, and building experience. Surprised to see so many new panels/pieces for a standalone car in 23. Will be interesting to see what uses Lego will find for that smaller fender piece down the road as it's perfect for smaller scale vehicles. Also flick fires in red for I think the first time is interesting to see.

[@R0Sch88]

It's a cool looking set and a good source for the new panels. My only complaint is the missing differential. If the designers continue to build at this scale it would be beneficial to finally introduce a 3 module differential to fit these cars. The fans have asked for this for ages. You could outfit the John Deere tractor, smaller trucks and make 4wd possible in tighter spaces.

[@BlackringIII]

This car is such an awesome panel pack, and that mini engine is very nicely done!

[@Brixstar]

This scale of technic cars is one of my favourites cuz of price and the look of them. When I get this it’s gonna display well with the corvette McLaren and mustang

[@IvanForpatril]

Finally black axles are back! Making a set look cool and ruining it with multicoloured axles was always a pain… If only they used some black pins as well

[@btm9099]

Ya

[@Unbrickme]

fun fact: they're not back. They appeared in many, many sets before this. For example, they were found in the 2020 crocodile locomotive

[@IvanForpatril]

@@Unbrickme ha, nice. Well, of course you know more sets than I do xD But maybe sets, where there were black axles, were mostly non-Technic?

[@Stereomoo]

@@IvanForpatril In Technic yes, both the recent McLarens (Senna and Formula 1) used them as well as the Sián, but before then, large gap to 2006 (5 sets used a total of 15 pieces 2007-2017)

[@IvanForpatril]

@@Stereomoo I'm not sure I get your point. Sian is peppered with blue 3L pins poking throigh lime-green panels and red axles are also quite visible in various places. Senna is also sprayed with red axles, most noticeable in the rear wing. F1 car I have to check, can't be sure.

[@pastoralanb]

I bought this set as my first Lego Technic build, and I wasn't disappointed. I had intended to use this as a set to experiment with alternate builds, but I like this design, so I think I'll keep it. I'll experiment with a different set, like the corvette. I struggled with the smaller stickers, but I learned the value of tweezers in the process. I like the set, and I appreciated the review before I bought it. Thanks!

[@dasstig6368]

I finished building this set and it's really awesome! There were a few tweaks I made to mine and stickers I didn't put on to make it appear cleaner. Overall, definitely worth the $50.

[@Mrmoe-g3p]

for me it was 40$

[@JanJan-uf9mv]

for me it was 38.5 Lol@@Mrmoe-g3p

[@shelbygt350r4]

CSR 3?! Wow! I hope I comes out!

[@nkende]

Great review! I really like the new panels, they seem to be mini versions of the older ones, which will make smaller models with higher detail possible. Keep up the great work!

[@MijoDoesRacing]

I got this and the huracan technica for christmas, using your reviews to help me decide which one to build first! thanks for the great review as always!

[@bestbattle]

1/3 through the review. When you said "Senna" I started smiling like a mad man. I already have the Senna and I want this Bolide to have them side by side.

[@PhoenixClank]

I really hope this is just the first step on a journey back to sensible colors in Technic. Black 2L axles were sorely needed, and I expect the red ones to be phased out soon (except for contexts in which they actually make sense, such as the Exo-Force robots' eyes, for which they were originally introduced). Anyway next up is obviously black 3L friction pins, and maybe even black 2L axle pins with friction, which were gone for even longer. This is where my hopes end and my wildest dreams begin, but for completeness' sake, I'll share those as well: - all axles with stop are dark gray, all odd-lengthed axles are light gray, all even-lengthed axles are black - back to light and dark gray and maybe black for gears, maybe keep tan as well, but get rid of red, blue, turquoise, azure, … - all bushes are light gray. Period. - recolor the transmission shifter pieces from red and orange to some more muted colors (but they are still allowed to stick out, after all they perform an important action) - just stop using gaudy colors for pieces that are still produced in more sensible ones, such as the 1L pin with towball or the 1L axle/2L pin

[@RacingBrick]

I don't think the red ones will be phased out, color coding does not go away. There might be compromises on the "surface" of the models to improve the look, but the system itself won't change. Color coding actually helps the average builders, even at this set I could feel the difference with many similar black pieces, it was more difficult to identify the parts to use.

[@PhoenixClank]

@@RacingBrick Your opinion is completely valid based on your assumptions, but I make different ones. I don't think color coding helps the average builder, but rather the _novice_ builder (though admittedly I only speak from experience, I haven't done the research), and I think Technic should strive to be for master builders (at least predominantly). Similar parts that come in the same color should either come in separate bags (as 2L pins already do so they can't be mixed up with 2L axles), or there should be a warning at the start of the instructions, "here's a list of similar parts, pay attention when using any of them to make sure you're using the right one". Where color coding actually CAN be useful is when orientation matters, or for cable management in motorized models. But there you need to put the same part in multiple colors.

[@RacingBrick]

@@PhoenixClank you shouldn't forget that Technic is still for kids mainly, just like the majority of the LEGO sets. I tested Technic building with a lot of different people, beginners, novice builders and experienced ones. I also asked some of them to build monocrhomatic non-LEGO sets with lots of similar pieces with the same color, and everybody truly hated the building experience. I totally understand that some expert adult builders would prefer to have simple colors, but this is still a toy for the masses so making the building experience easy and smooth for everyone is still one of the top priorities.

[@PhoenixClank]

@@RacingBrick When I said "master builders" I didn't mean "no kids", I meant "only kids with experience". But since you apparently did the research I'll accept that I'm part of a minority. I don't know too much about alternative brick manufacturers' Technic equivalents, but in my impression, most of them also use colorful pins and axles, so that seems to support your point. Though some importers offer to replace the pins with neutrally-colored ones, so there seems to be a sizable market for that as well.

[@johnnytifosi]

When I was a kid in the 90s I still managed to build sets with only two or three colours just fine. It turns out you can figure out the length of an axle without making your lego technic look like duplo. It was part of the charm that you built something advanced. To be honest I don't know what attracts kids to lego technic nowadays, judging from the merchandising kits instead of true technic that gets released nowadays we're never coming back

[@markmulder996]

The alternative Renault F1 model for this one on rebrickable is also flipping awesome. Made me buy a second one straight away.

[@Nam3y123]

It's a nice set! I don't think it's quite nice enough to overcome my Technic car fatigue, but it looks like a fun build with some good building techniques

[@peppersmith]

Nice, I think they should have made the Bug a lil bigger. Like the same size as the Mclaren would hav been more better. I'll get it sometime down the line.

[@jackaustin4916]

The irl mclaren is longer than the irl Bugatti, that’s why the Lego Bugatti is shorter than the Lego mclaren

[@max-eq4lc]

See me personally i would buy this it seems like an amazing build, amazing part usage and a very unique color scheme/them.

[@ispeakfax7453]

i know i will never but these kind of sets but i still like watching these viddeos

[@Zifrozat]

Can't believe Lego has done it again with this set, gonna have to get this one when I can!

[@technicallybricking5108]

It looks amazing, the black and yellow is making me going to buy it

[@FrancescoFrangioja]

The LEGO Technic model livery is in the colors yellow and black, in contrast to the blue and black version of the car that we can find in the CSR Racing video game (Custom Street Racing for Android and Apple) from which it is derived and of which it reproduces the graphic elements of the livery itself (CSR logo sticker placed in correspondence of the wheel arch of the two rear wheels). In the lower right corner, on the front of the box, is also located the logo of the video game. The digital version of the supercar was usable as in the 2-to-5 slot the Supercar Science: Bugatti event (kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4LEgqt7dr9-fM0), which was available from December 23, 2020 to January 6, 2021. The Bugatti Bolide was only available as an in-app purchase, on its own or bundled with the Bugatti Divo and Bugatti Centodieci.

[@gab3217]

I was looking forward to this review thank you

[@tamerelrefaie3977]

Amazing set and excellent explanation as usual 👍🏼

[@laustpeternielsen-norman9569]

I did not think I would pick it up, but now I think I'll get it😀

[@UrMomsChauffer]

Nice set. I'm passing on it, because I don't have any of the smaller Technic cars. The 1:10 and 1:8 scale are mostly what I have.

[@Targetstrike]

Ah yes, CSR Racing, I haven’t heard that name in a long time

[@erwinvangrinsven9345]

Blacktron is finally back👍

[@S.IPlayz123-_-]

Finished building it and it looks dope!

[@guard13007]

The different color technic pieces have different dimensions slightly or different friction coefficients. Different colors are therefore better for rotating assemblies, and some are better for stationary assemblies. The red pins possibly were used at the front for the exact reason you highlighted - other pins would move too much. (This information might be heretical.. been a while since I played with Technic enough to know if this assessment is accurate.. but I have seen the difference matter in mechanical builds online so I feel somewhat justified with the opinion.)

[@aldoperez23]

Didn’t know that thank you for this insightful comment

[@ZEROBRICKS]

Another comprehensive and insightful review! I am probably gonna pick up this set if not else for all the new panels.

[@johanyara6065]

My favorites it's Lego Technic 2023 9+ 42151 Bugatti Bolide Set

[@donovanrichardjr.6729]

Definitely going to be getting this when it comes out I already have the McLaren Senna

[@jed_cars_official]

0:25 CSR Racing 2 has a Bugatti Bolide in the game so it makes sense that they add the game logo at the car

[@helmutle75]

Thanks for the early review Balazs! I'm looking forward to a synchronized swimming special on KZbin.

[@RacingBrick]

You and me both! :D

[@lukasrsdesign]

Lots of new panels looks its a trend every new wave now but that's very cool for MOCs :)

[@thomasrodriguez7803]

I like it. I'll be getting one. My only complaint are the wheel axles. Don't care for how they stick out or the color. They should've been black. Overall, nice build and color scheme. As always, your builds and opinions are greatly appreciated.

[@NOBODIES_XIII]

A couple of the technic vehicles are about to go on sale at Walmart for $25, I might pick up one

[@muisverriet]

Great set! Really like the look of it, but then i really like the actual car. They did a great job replicating it and it has some fun, if basic features.

[@Cuchulainn42]

I like the looks of it. This is why I would purchase it.

[@freezemc7009]

this looks nice

[@BetaZXZ]

I haven't heard the name CSR Racing in years!! It's a fun game that's mostly about drag racing cars - it was good at what it was trying to be back then How curious that the name resurfaced on a Lego set of all things..

[@militarymeerkat520]

I think it’s there because CSR 2 was first game to incorporate the Bolide as a drivable vehicle, due to the games long partnership with Bugatti

[@jonskhag]

Nice review of the Bugatti Bolide!

[@JWNRW59]

The first thing i noticed about this set is how the wheel axles stick out. Not one review I have watched or read mention this. Lots of attention given to other things such the amount of stickers, wiggly front wing, doors rubbing against the a-pillars or the lack of a differential (I totally get that one). Yet no one has noted the axles. Am I the only person who has noticed this?

[@brickable_youtube_channel]

Lovely set,can't wait to review it on my channel

[@diegogarzon9041]

I need more speed champions leaks

[@RacingBrick]

You won't fine those here, what you can expect is detailed information & presentation about the upcoming Speed Champions sets once the embargo is lifted :)

[@diegogarzon9041]

@@RacingBrick thats what i means

[@konradkrys7723]

@@RacingBrick and can you tell us the date of that particular moment?

[@RacingBrick]

@@konradkrys7723 unfortunately not

[@uynvuehf]

1:03 the livery also showed CSR 3, which is not even released yet, no trailers or anything, maybe a little tease of the unreleased game?

[@RacingBrick]

Keep watching the video for my theory :)

[@apollogaming5571]

1:50 did I just see the CSR 3 on the picture? I think the devs just teased that CSR 3 is coming in the near future (maybe early or middle of 2023). Let's just hope that the trailer comes out!

[@ha-kyaa7815]

Hi... Apparently it's just same ol with a new turning mechanic but it works...

[@apollogaming5571]

@@ha-kyaa7815 wrong comment :D

[@ha-kyaa7815]

@@apollogaming5571 what. Oh wait,I was talking about the CSR 3. My bad. :)

[@peterpelosi4396]

Another great review. Nice looking model. I will be buying that to go with my Mclaren Senna.

[@courinno4702]

Good job !!

[@xy_iron]

Blue pins and red axles shouldn't be replaced. Those colors ale staple of technic builds

[@winning-guy1765]

this is the only lego bugatti I can afford

[@FN--2187]

Thx for the great review 👍

[@bronsonstafford8029]

The CSR Racing logo is since they have the exclusive rights to the cars likeness for games and reproduction, as they do with a few other cars (the new Hoonitron for example), so anything Bolide branded is also CSR branded

[@RacingBrick]

I don't see any CSR logos on the diecast versions, and there are many of them, e.g. this one - www.worldshop.eu/fr/bburago-bugatti-bolide-modele-reduit-1-18-bleu-noir-1765401/?p=vwdPNjAripo&etcc_cmp=shared_product&etcc_med=mobile_share&etcc_plc=1765401

[@SebiIoan05]

Strange, this car was released as a DLC in GRID Legends not too long ago

[@Nope-sp7dk]

Je viens de la construire aujourd’hui. Absolument magnifique. Je n’ai pas de soucis avec les portes par contre.

[@MickPlays6680]

The sticker of Paul ricard shows turn 1 with the runoffs :D

[@KilowattAvenue]

I play CSR Racing 2, and they just added the Blondie as a reward. It was paid only, so this set would be free advertising

[@Kexiarin_1]

Yeah, the set is cool. Oh, if it were not for this situation in the world, we also received new items in Russia.

[@klockibymichael4825]

great video :)

I'll Buy it. Looks great.

[@JimmyHuynhdesign]

I bet Costco will sell this one for 40 bucks towards the end of the year.

[@setholiver3850]

A good set to happen for a good price

[@militarymeerkat520]

CSR 2 was the first game to receive the Bolide as a drivable vehicle, I’m not sure if that’s the relation to the set

[@zaxisontherun]

I would love to play with the engine all day🤠

[@jmodsbricks]

snow cat review?

[@challasn]

The only thing I don’t like about this set is the solid rear axle

[@Brian-xr6xb]

I am getting it when my money is up oh and love your videos

[@gfogerty54]

Great review - as always ! In my sets I use only black pins and 2L axles. Can you show us the modification of the rear axle ? Either split up like the McClaren or even installing a differential.

[@McKrushi]

Hmm I always thought Bugatti is from Italy, but there is a Flag of France on the model - and wikipedia confirms: I'm dumb. Bugatti was actually german, founded by a french engineer from Italy xD. Then Bugatti Automobili was italien and now Bugatti Automobilies S.A.S is french again and part of VW.... About the flex axles: Seems to be the same concept as in the Daytona, so the axles do not represent the a-pillar but the shape of the windscreen.

[@RacingBrick]

You are correct, strictly those are not the a-pillars, but saying "the flex axles representing the overall shape of the windscreen" instead of "a-pillar" could have been a bit annoying :D

[@RFLEEZYUBZ]

Thank you sir. I’m buying fs

[@Driver_1GD]

My prediction is this car will be in the game and older versions will provide a code or something

[@mdviperx]

My only issue probably is the headlights or what is supposed to be headlights being a tad too far back

[@courinno4702]

I Will buy for dure good job review

[@awtepe1]

Bought it today, dangerous having a Lego store too close to my work.

[@legolooper]

At 7:52-7:54 in the video, I can’t seem to fit the pieces together; the lower black bit is just too long and it won’t connect both. How do I fix this? It’s driving me mad.

[@ryanomg1031]

Same here

[@PranavRajagopal]

Wish it was blue like the real Bolide!

[@RacingBrick]

You could see the "real" Bolide in a bunch of different colors in the video, including yellow :)

[@baekhyunexofan747]

I wish the headlights were a bit more front

[@SNKCreativity]

Нужно купить несколько наборов 42098 сделать из них несколько прицепов чтоб получился автопоезд и складывать на него све модели этого масштаба, и поставить его к вам на полку!

[@boogie1434]

I don't understand the need for red axles, I know the reason but all they need to do is put them in their own little bag separate from the black pins

[@youtellme18]

I really like it, I have the transporter too with one more spot. Am tempted to get this but I will hold out for the Ford GT. Was tempted to get both and take off the shelby but funds dictate ha ha 😂

[@valocorbala8195]

8:44 it reminds me more like the Jesko rear wing

[@mrdoodlewoodle7124]

Don’t buy this set unless you want to start tweaking out at step 57.

[@Salicusthe3rd]

57 was easy

[@Salicusthe3rd]

lol I kinda tweaked tho

[@zacharymorales2394]

I have the exact same one

[@Max-nt5zs]

What bugs me is that they don’t use a different color of pin for the pistons. The similar sized mclaren is the same way and I’m sure plenty of other cars.

[@rogerhalt3991]

If the Bugatti logo was removed, I would have hard pressed to guess what car this set was based on..

[@r__janicki]

How did you do the step 176? I cannot put it together. I swear I did everything correctly from step 170.

[@fearoc2613]

Still can’t figure this out

[@zacjohnson4411]

Im lost at step 176😢 i don’t understand how the panel clips together 😅

[@ryanfrogz]

Any news on the Liebherr yet?

[@veschyoleg]

W16 👍 Good old black and yellow 👍👍 Cool new panels 👍👍👍 No diff 👎👎👎

[@roaming.spectre.]

I think technic rolls royce phantom of wraith would be nice

[@nickcallahan4919]

Slow down on step 179. How do u get it all to fit. I’ve done it 3 times.

[@toby182]

That X been pushed waaaay back

[@rawlegoshortvideos4919]

Get it first, get it expensive, lead the way.

[@tavinosieczanek6244]

How long did it take you to build the bolide?

[@carmelocabezo6757]

I think I was seeing things when I saw the thumbnail and did some quick scrolling through, but does this fit on the Car Transport (42098)?

[@andrewsamoiliuk]

It looks so similar to Senna 42123

[@randomphil8666]

Not heard anything about a CSR 3 game, so must just be a CSR2 partnership.

[@thisthat2554]

ok. im 4 months late. but the bugatti bolide has another version coming to release in june 1st. its the bugatti bolide agile,its just in blue. so maybe csr3 might get released with the agile version. idk tho

[@RacingBrick]

Fun fact, the blue version does not have the CSR logo on the box or on the car anymore :)

[@ryanenglish1460]

the cylinders wont connect to the core of the engine on my set, ive used all the pieces given to me but the core of the engine is just too short to fit, the cog at the end of the grey axle piece wont fit on the end once the cylinders are connected

[@GBWA304]

When moving it do you feel and gear the clicking of engine. Mine does which makes moving it not smooth i cant undetstand what has went wrong. Thankyou.