It took 3 weeks, 40,000 bricks, and plenty of patience – it’s the LEGO version of the Ford GT that raced at the Le Mans 24 Hours. At 1/3 the size of the real thing, the LEGO version went on display at Circuit de la Sarthe, in France, on 18-19 June, alongside a model of the classic Ford GT40 – a reminder that it is 50 years since that car scored it's historic 1-2-3 at the legendary race track. Source: Ford Motor Co.
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Ford Transit sales increased 51 percent in January with 9,631 vehicles sold, lifting overall Ford van performance 20 percent for their best start since 1985. In late 2013, Vaccar supported Ford's efforts to introduce the all-new Transit and Transit Connect to the automotive aftermarket - we teamed up with Blood & Grease 'Kustom Klothing' to help design and build a "mobile boutique" to showcase their original goods. The custom creation debuted at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas with wild popularity for it's unique theme. Featuring: Privat Wheels, Continental Tires, Ksport coilovers, BASF paint, NRG steering wheel and quick-release, Weapon-R intake and exhaust, and complete Vaccar's Master Garage interior decor. *UPDATE 3/4/16: Now available at LEGO stores! Click here to visit LEGO store! Exciting news for both kids and adults, Ford and LEGO Speed Champions have introduced a new line of LEGO sets featuring two iconic vehicles at the 2016 North American International Auto Show.
A Mustang and F-150 Raptor play set will be available as soon as March 1st in LEGO stores and Toys 'R US nationwide, Priced around $14.99, the 185-piece Mustang kit includes a time board and race driver. The larger 664-piece Raptor set includes a custom-looking Model A hot rod atop a trailer, drag racing Christmas tree, as well as race shop equipment and crew – priced a bit steeper at $49.99 What makes is so cool? Joe Hinriches, Ford president, says “Many of us grew up plaing with LEGO, so this is a dream project for all of us – including our engineers.” The LEGO team worked hand-in-hand with Ford licensing and design teams throughout development and design, collaborating on everything from the smallest product details to packaging. I'm personally going to need a couple sets – one to build, and one to experimenting! Any ideas on what other vehicles you could custom-create using the parts and pieces from these play sets? - Aaron Vaccar Lead Design Vaccar <Info Source: Ford Motor Company> |
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