MaizeRage25
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Bought the Grand Emporium last night as my first modular. So nice.
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Bought the Grand Emporium last night as my first modular. So nice.
nicoga3000
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Honestly, the best place to start would be deciding what about LEGO interests you. For me, being a structural engineer, buildings of any sort draw me in, as do landmark structures (read: Tower Bridge). Therefore, I mostly stick with modular purchases, grabbing random sets here and there for either MOC purposes or because the set looks cool/is cheap.
I realize that last line sort of contradicts my idea of finding a starting point, but that's exactly it - a STARTING point will help you grow your collection around what interests you.
If you think you're going to get into the MOC'ing (creating your own shit from the piles of bricks you have), you can start to explore sets based on that. If you are simply going for display, the larger ($$$) sets are more suited to your taste. If play is a factor, the smaller sets work wonders. These cheaper sets ($5-30) offer excellent parts and pieces to build your MOC inventory.
I know the info above is probably something you have little to no use for at the moment, but sometimes, just thinking about what side of LEGO intrigues you will help. Sarcastic or not in your comment on "where to start", there's a bizarre rush when opening that first big LEGO set in ages.
I was thinking maybe we should have a few building contests in this thread. One idea I had was that someone chooses a random selection of bricks and everyone has to use just those brick to build something. Of course the problem here is that there will be piece not everyone has. Guess if we stick to more classic pieces it wouldn't be a problem and ignore colour.
vicissitudes
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Just found out about the Walmart 50% off sale!! Went to two local Walmarts and they were cleaned out! NOOOOOO!!
Honestly, the best place to start would be deciding what about LEGO interests you. For me, being a structural engineer, buildings of any sort draw me in, as do landmark structures (read: Tower Bridge). Therefore, I mostly stick with modular purchases, grabbing random sets here and there for either MOC purposes or because the set looks cool/is cheap.
I realize that last line sort of contradicts my idea of finding a starting point, but that's exactly it - a STARTING point will help you grow your collection around what interests you.
If you think you're going to get into the MOC'ing (creating your own shit from the piles of bricks you have), you can start to explore sets based on that. If you are simply going for display, the larger ($$$) sets are more suited to your taste. If play is a factor, the smaller sets work wonders. These cheaper sets ($5-30) offer excellent parts and pieces to build your MOC inventory.
I know the info above is probably something you have little to no use for at the moment, but sometimes, just thinking about what side of LEGO intrigues you will help. Sarcastic or not in your comment on "where to start", there's a bizarre rush when opening that first big LEGO set in ages.
That's actually really sound advice, thanks.
I think what's getting me interested again is some of the kits in this thread. They look amazing, particularly the Star Wars and Batman ones. I'm a big fan of stuff like that (but wow, those thing's aren't cheap!). Then again, part of me also wants to rekindle that long lost love of just taking some bricks and going to town with all sorts of wild stuff. I'd like to buy something that I can eventually display though, and I'm not sure I have enough faith in my own ability to build something from fresh bricks good enough to display on a shelf!
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Star Wars and the BRAND NEW(!) Super Hero line are right up your alley. Star Wars seems to fetch a higher price, but some of the models made for display (the UCS ones, typically) are GORGEOUS. I sometimes wish I was into Star Wars so I could justify the price of those mega sets.
Or we could all agree on a creator set and see who could come up with the best "4th" design. Would mean that most of us would have to buy the agreed upon set but I would be up for something like that.
MaizeRage25
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Posted in the other forum:
Chuckie
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Posted in the other forum:
I love these sets, with the 'traditional' classic buildings. Does this line have a name?
MaizeRage25
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Not really sure if this particular series has an official name, most people seem to just refer to them as the 'modular buildings' or 'modulars'.
Here are the current ones in production:
Grand Emporium - http://shop.lego.com/en-US/Grand-Emporium-10211
Fire Brigade - http://shop.lego.com/en-US/Fire-Brigade-10197
Pet Shop - http://shop.lego.com/en-US/Pet-Shop-10218
MaizeRage25
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Its beautiful, but so expensive
You think those are expensive, you should see the ones that are discontinued:
Cafe Corner
For the ones that are in production, the per piece price isn't that bad. Most sets have over 2000 pcs.
My brother sent me a link with pics of the LOTR sets. Got a nice old-school Castle (grey-style) vibe...maybe the horses are just making me think that. Sorry if old:
http://www.lordofthebrick.com/2011/12/lego-lotr-premiers-visuels-preliminaires-de-la-gamme-2012/
http://www.lordofthebrick.com/2011/12/lego-lotr-premiers-visuels-preliminaires-de-la-gamme-2012/
I got a couple of Atlantis sets for Christmas. They are pretty cool. I really like the little sea creature figures. Particularly the one with the big teeth (the one on the right below). Here are a couple of pictures I took.
I was just looking at the Pirates of the Carribean ones online and they look sweet. I really like the ships and that one in the post above. Might have to try and get some. Not really into the movies, but the sets look pretty sweet and I used to enjoy the pirate sets when I was younger.
I was just looking at the Pirates of the Carribean ones online and they look sweet. I really like the ships and that one in the post above. Might have to try and get some. Not really into the movies, but the sets look pretty sweet and I used to enjoy the pirate sets when I was younger.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Finally bought this. I had 10% off at the LEGO store and $20 in VIP credit. At $122 (after tax!), I think I made a fine purchase. Fire Brigade is the next to go out of print, so I opted for this over the new Mini Modular set.
I'll be putting this one together next week probably.
I'll be putting this one together next week probably.
Aw congrats, Fire Brigade is an awesome set. One of my all time favorites. It really captures that quintessential old fire station feel so perfectly.
I'll be taking down my winter village shortly, so I took pics of the three sets. Originally had them displayed with white wintery fabric underneath for snow effect, and it looked awesome. But sadly the minifigs had some balancing issues so I removed it. I really love this line of sets, and I hope Lego continues adding to it each year.
Winter Toy Shop
Winter Village Bakery
Winter Village Post Office
Winter Toy Shop just went out of production, so if anyone's interested in this line, grab it if you see it.
I'll be taking down my winter village shortly, so I took pics of the three sets. Originally had them displayed with white wintery fabric underneath for snow effect, and it looked awesome. But sadly the minifigs had some balancing issues so I removed it. I really love this line of sets, and I hope Lego continues adding to it each year.
Winter Toy Shop
Winter Village Bakery
Winter Village Post Office
Winter Toy Shop just went out of production, so if anyone's interested in this line, grab it if you see it.
Yea, sometimes I bypass the stickers, but I added them here as I thought they helped give the sets a more Christmas-y feel, especially with the post office. And it's easy enough to order spare parts through Bricklink if I change my mind later.I ordered the Toy Shop the other day since I already had the other two. That's about as far as I'll stretch my budget at the moment. No modular sets for me quite yet.
EDIT: Noticed you applied the stickers. I never bothered with mine.
The Frank Lloyd Wright sets in the Architecture line are sweet, didn't know there were lego sets like these until I saw this thread. Been to Falling Water a couple of times, so probably going to get that for display. How's the quality on these, I haven't had a lego set in probably 15 years. Those modular ones posted earlier in here are pretty awesome too, do you guys just keep them on display on a shelf or something?
MaizeRage25
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Finally bought this. I had 10% off at the LEGO store and $20 in VIP credit. At $122 (after tax!), I think I made a fine purchase. Fire Brigade is the next to go out of print, so I opted for this over the new Mini Modular set.
I'll be putting this one together next week probably.
Probably my next purchase. My Grand Emporium looks so lonely...
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I will be required to pick up the GE next. I love how beautiful the setup is that leng jai is showing.
E: My friend just gave me a $20 LEGO gift card for giving him my DotA 2 beta key. A+ friend
Found a better spot to stick the modulars:
That looks really fantastic. So much fun right there. I have five of the modular sets, but have never had them all built at the same time. Might have to make that a project.
I don't believe Lego announces specific set retirements. I usually find out via word of mouth or the hard way when the set is no longer available on their site. But a good rule of thumb is most sets will remain in production for at least two years. You should have plenty of time for the camper since it's new, but I'd check into the bridge. Seems that one has been out for a while.
mickcenary
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Made this purchase the other day:
So fucking chuffed. What's even better is that it was the last 8110 that these guys were selling at a discount price (265AUD); it was 325AUD the next day. And yeah, I know: Australians get massively stung with Lego. Anyway...
2048 PIECES, BITCHES!
It'll go beautifully next to my 8258:
I am the Flagship King!
So fucking chuffed. What's even better is that it was the last 8110 that these guys were selling at a discount price (265AUD); it was 325AUD the next day
. And yeah, I know: Australians get massively stung with Lego. Anyway...2048 PIECES, BITCHES!
It'll go beautifully next to my 8258:
I am the Flagship King!
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Technic sets are cool, and super interactive. I just wish I found myself more drawn to them. You can really do some crazy shit when it comes to MOC'ing with them!
@mrklaw Regarding sets going OOP, it's really word of mouth and studying the trends associated with it. I will say, of the sets you mentioned, the T1 Camper Van is brand new, and not in jeopardy of becoming hard to get your hands on. The Tower Bridge and Imperial Shuttle both released in 2010, so those should be your first grabs. Between the two of them, I would say hunt down the one that inspires you more.
@mrklaw Regarding sets going OOP, it's really word of mouth and studying the trends associated with it. I will say, of the sets you mentioned, the T1 Camper Van is brand new, and not in jeopardy of becoming hard to get your hands on. The Tower Bridge and Imperial Shuttle both released in 2010, so those should be your first grabs. Between the two of them, I would say hunt down the one that inspires you more.
echoshifting
Banned
I have been counting down the days until my daughter was ready for "big kid LEGOs" and now I just wish I'd started sooner...for myself! We had so much fun putting our first set together and my collection is rapidly expanding. Feels good man.
Our inaugural set was the Ninjago Rattlecopter, which was a blast to build, is fun to play with and looks gorgeous. Next up, a couple castle sets, but I already have a list eight miles long of other sets I want to pick up. Those modular sets have always looked like a ton of fun to me. I think I'm aiming for those or possibly the Millenium Falcon.
edit: one of the castle sets I picked up was the Medieval Village, which I've had my eye on for years and it sounds like I grabbed it just in time. Word from the guys at the LEGO store is that this one is going away.
Our inaugural set was the Ninjago Rattlecopter, which was a blast to build, is fun to play with and looks gorgeous. Next up, a couple castle sets, but I already have a list eight miles long of other sets I want to pick up. Those modular sets have always looked like a ton of fun to me. I think I'm aiming for those or possibly the Millenium Falcon.
edit: one of the castle sets I picked up was the Medieval Village, which I've had my eye on for years and it sounds like I grabbed it just in time. Word from the guys at the LEGO store is that this one is going away.
Guess I'll pick that up ASAP since I too have admired it for years.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Yup, MMV is next I guess, haha.
Boss Doggie
all my loli wolf companions are so moe
Just a question.
Normally Lego set products have 2 or 3 alternate forms. Do the space shuttle, 70's van, etc. all have alternate forms or are they only shown to have 1?
Normally Lego set products have 2 or 3 alternate forms. Do the space shuttle, 70's van, etc. all have alternate forms or are they only shown to have 1?
Chuckie
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Found a better spot to stick the modulars:
First of all I hate you, I want those
Second of all I love you, Batman on top of the Emporium is looking good
Edit: Lol... its filled with awesome characters.
I wish I could rent LEGO sets. I don't have time to use my imagination for my own creations so I generally just buy a kit, build it, put it back in the box and regret the money I spent. It would be awesome if I could have a kit delivered, build it and then return it within a week for a small fee.
I understand why that would be unfeasible though, good luck ensuring that all 1500 pieces are present every time the kit is sent out / returned.
I picked this up a couple of weekends ago. Not proper LEGO but the finished model is fucking awesome looking. I'd definitely be interested in more models like this (~650 pieces, only builds one model but finished article looks almost like a Bburago model).
Edit: I should add that the model had printed transfers rather than crappy stickers. All things considered, it stomped my 8143 (Ferrari 360 Spider) into the ground.
I understand why that would be unfeasible though, good luck ensuring that all 1500 pieces are present every time the kit is sent out / returned.
I picked this up a couple of weekends ago. Not proper LEGO but the finished model is fucking awesome looking. I'd definitely be interested in more models like this (~650 pieces, only builds one model but finished article looks almost like a Bburago model).
Edit: I should add that the model had printed transfers rather than crappy stickers. All things considered, it stomped my 8143 (Ferrari 360 Spider) into the ground.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Well, be default, the only theme that gives instructions on multiple builds are the Creator series (specifically, the ones that say 3 in 1 or something on the front). So a large majority of sets out there only give the one build in them. The shuttle and van are a testament to this - they each only provide instructions for one model.
Boss Doggie
all my loli wolf companions are so moe
Ahh okay, still it's worth it since they're big models.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Yeah, def. The larger models are typically a better bang for your buck deal, too. On top of that, they provide a significantly more detailed model with a good number of pieces to play with later (if you're into that).
Boss Doggie
all my loli wolf companions are so moe
So the 70's van has a well detailed interior right?
only 1. However, if you buy a few sets, you can type your set numbers into peerom/bricklist (can't remember which) and it'll create an inventory of your bricks. Then you can see which other sets you have the right bricks to build, and download the instructions from lego.com or peeron.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Yeah, def - tiled flooring, vanity area, curtained windows (which you can see in the pics of the model), and even an engine under the rear trunk flap.
http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=60670
Check that link out for a detailed set review. Typically, if you Google "[Set name/number] Eurobricks" you'll run across a review thread.
Well, you could buy it, build it, then sell it on Craigslist at a discounted price. I've sorta considered doing that, since I'm quickly running out of room to display them. =(
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I'm jealous...I just started sorting. I'm only going to keep the Tower Bridge, T1 Camper, and Fire Brigade assembled (for now). SO much sorting. -_-
echoshifting
Banned
Oracrest, where did you get those? I wants them.
Boss Doggie
all my loli wolf companions are so moe
Yeah, def - tiled flooring, vanity area, curtained windows (which you can see in the pics of the model), and even an engine under the rear trunk flap.
http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/inde...howtopic=60670
Check that link out for a detailed set review. Typically, if you Google "[Set name/number] Eurobricks" you'll run across a review thread.
Wow, it really looks good. Kinda wish they'd go all out and made it motorized but damn, it's so awesome.
Ahh I'll keep that in mind!
hmm, not a bad suggestion. I like rebuilding things like my x-wing, but most of my technics stuff only gets built once. Have the big extending crane (8421), remote control bulldozer (8275) and remote control excavator (8043) I could sell on, to help fund the VW camper or Imperial shuttle..
edit: 8421 looks kinda rare, might get ok money for that.
edit: rebrickable.com is a simple way to type in which sets you have and then you can get a % figure for how close you are to building other sets, and even a list of the parts you're missing
I finally got all of my pieces organized from all the holiday sales.
Oh man, you don't want to organize your LEGOs by color. Been there. It is madness. For any sizable collection, you want to store them by type. Otherwise, you are going to be diving knee deep in black LEGO bricks, looking for a 3x2 plank.
Personally, I store the smaller LEGOs (anything smaller than 2x1) in bins like that. The larger, common shapes - bricks, beams, planks, sticks, and plates - I attach together by size. For flat pieces, it helps to offset them by a stud or two to make them easier to take apart. Here's my plank drawer:
It's a lot easier to find a 2x4 blue plank in a bucket of 2x4 planks than a bucket of blues. If I had the space, I'd just use buckets for each type.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Rebrickable.com is a cool site if you dig set building, for sure. And you should buy sets, build them, enjoy them, then resell them here to us LEGO fanatics! :grin:
Also, Sqorgar, do you find it a hassle to re-stack plates and such after building with them? I like the way your collection looks now, but it seems like it'd be a hassle after the fact. :\
This is a cantilever storage case they sell at Home Depot.
I have held this thing upside down, and shook it, and the pieces stay in their respective space.
Oh man, you don't want to organize your LEGOs by color. Been there. It is madness. For any sizable collection, you want to store them by type. Otherwise, you are going to be diving knee deep in black LEGO bricks, looking for a 3x2 plank.
Personally, I store the smaller LEGOs (anything smaller than 2x1) in bins like that. The larger, common shapes - bricks, beams, planks, sticks, and plates - I attach together by size. For flat pieces, it helps to offset them by a stud or two to make them easier to take apart. Here's my plank drawer:
It's a lot easier to find a 2x4 blue plank in a bucket of 2x4 planks than a bucket of blues. If I had the space, I'd just use buckets for each type.
Yeah, it hasn't been an issue for me yet, but I can tell it will go that way. I am already getting close to filling up those containers. I think I will use those just for the smaller pieces, and put the larger pieces in separate containers.
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