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[GamePnoy74]

NICE!! My favourite set as well. I also received it for Christmas and would spend HOURS making it, breaking it and then making other ships, cars, boats, whatever I could think of. I still have the set somewhere, I just need to locate it.

If you need parts and instructions, links below

Parts: http://www.peeron.com/inv/sets/6980-1
Instructions: http://www.peeron.com/cgi-bin/invcgis/scans/6980-1/?ct=1

Yeah I found those links too soon after I made my post above...freakin' temping =P

I'm amazed how easy it is to source parts from the links above...if Lego's website doesn't have that piece you're looking for (and why doesn't it?!) it's nice to know there's other places to help you out as well.

That said, I bought my nephew/godson the 4434 Dump/Tipper Truck and 4208 Fire Truck for XMas at TRU today during their BOGO 50% off sale.

OH SNAP! I didn't know this bad boy is coming out soon:

Just when you thought Lego already made the perfect X-Wing fighter (minifig scale) they go back to the drawing board and come out with an even better design...geez. (New Tie-Fighter looks good too!)

 

[fisheyes]

The fact that a classic Star Wars set has a prequel character on the box header annoys me more than it should. But the set looks really good. How is it different to the old x-wing?

 

[hiro4]

The fact that a classic Star Wars set has a prequel character on the box header annoys me more than it should.

Hahaha, it annoyed me too.
Still gonna buy it though.

 

[nicoga3000]

My current display shelf. Working on putting the other three sets I have lying around to join them. I can't wait to have a house where I can have a mancave for this shit. -_-

 

[The Broken Ska Record]

That X-Wing set has Porkins as a minifig. :lol

 

[woodypop]

That X-Wing set has Porkins as a minifig. :lol

Heh, too bad the printing on his torso isn't customized to indicate his "heft."

 

[Hypertrooper]

Finally, having some fun with the Lego DS game cases...

You can't buy that right?

Yeah I found those links too soon after I made my post above...freakin' temping =P

I'm amazed how easy it is to source parts from the links above...if Lego's website doesn't have that piece you're looking for (and why doesn't it?!) it's nice to know there's other places to help you out as well.

That said, I bought my nephew/godson the 4434 Dump/Tipper Truck and 4208 Fire Truck for XMas at TRU today during their BOGO 50% off sale.

OH SNAP! I didn't know this bad boy is coming out soon:

Just when you thought Lego already made the perfect X-Wing fighter (minifig scale) they go back to the drawing board and come out with an even better design...geez. (New Tie-Fighter looks good too!)

I prefer the original Lego X-Wing set from 1999. So freakin' awesome:

 

[Shadow of the BEAST]

why is so much of this thread about sets?

Isnt that sorta missing the point with lego?

 

[grego9198]

I'm not creative enough to build my own creations, haha.

Also, there's something cathartic about getting into the groove assembling the set as per the instructions.

My 8070 super car arrived last night, I finished the first booklet. This thing is seriously crazy, it's a much more complicated build than the Robie House I finished last week. I'm looking forward to seeing how all the automated functions work.

After this, I'm going to break down my 8880 and put it back together as the primary set. It'll be interesting to see how much the two sets differ.

 

[seattle6418]

I almost cried when i saw this picture. It was the only large set i had as a child. I got it in 1991.

Legos were very expensive in Brazil back in the day, and it was difficult for me to get the good ones.

I´ve played with this one endlessly, and looking at the box now i can´t believe i was able to build two level houses on that.

It had 380 pieces if i´m not mistaken, and somehow i used to turn that into complete houses.

It´s also very strange. I would build the police station just every now and then, but most of the times i was doing my own models, and they were all houses with living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and stuff.

Legos sure helped me being a more creative person.

 

[nicoga3000]

why is so much of this thread about sets?

Isnt that sorta missing the point with lego?

Lego doesn't have rules...If people get enjoyment out of assembling sets and displaying them, isn't that just as OK as those who choose to create MOC's?

Myself, I assemble a set, display it for a bit, and then take it apart and start MOC'ing with the pieces. I haven't gotten to the breakdown yet as I need to find some more adequate storage containers, first.

 

[RichardAM]

why is so much of this thread about sets?

Isnt that sorta missing the point with lego?

Give me a few days yet and i'll be ready to post my entry for the Castle contest.

I used to build a lot, but this year with coursework, with the GF, with life, the obsession has kinda shifted into buying Lego, rather than building with. I'm hoping to maybe change that a little with a New Year resolution or something.

 

[joelseph]

why is so much of this thread about sets?

Isnt that sorta missing the point with lego?

Is it not LEGO that has lead us to this position? With more and more emphasis on commercial tie-ins and custom pieced sets?

 

[vicissitudes]

I think AFOL gravitate more towards building sets as we don't have the spare time to mess around with building original creations, especially due to our penchant for the bigger sets.

 

[SouthernDragon]

I own quite a few LEGO sets, and never made my own creations. I much preferred to make up stories for the LEGO sets that I owned.

Creativity comes in different flavors, man.

 

[nicoga3000]

I think AFOL gravitate more towards building sets as we don't have the spare time to mess around with building original creations, especially due to our penchant for the bigger sets.

I buy the bigger sets because I can, but the MOC'ing is still in my blood. I enjoy it just as much as sets, but it takes MUCH more time and organization to achieve results. Sets satiate our love for the brick, though.

 

[oracrest]

You can't buy that right?

I made it from the black Lego DS case, which comes with a black game holder, the space rover vehicle, and some loose black pieces from the Lego store...

I could only find pictures if the red case version.

 

[m31]

Got my 10212 Imperial Shuttle (http://lego.wikia.com/wiki/10212_Imperial_Shuttle) a couple of days ago. Built it maybe for 6-7 hours. Damn it was one of the most satisfying things i've done in a while.. Even though building the wings got a bit repetitive in the end. The model is huge, I knew it would be big but it still surprised me. Now I just need to figure out a place to show it off. It is absolutely stunning, I really suggest it to anyone who likes LEGO. Even tho you're not too much into SW its amazing showpiece.

Will post some pictures when I get home from work.

Also got a 4195 Queen Anne's Revenge (http://lego.wikia.com/wiki/4195_Queen_Anne's_Revenge), it was on sale. Cost me about 85 €. Thinking of putting it together on christmas day.

Here you go.

 

[woodypop]

Here you go.

I really like the lighting in that shot. Urge to buy... rising.

 

[m31]

I really like the lighting in that shot. Urge to buy... rising.

It's easily worth it. Even more so if you live in the US, much cheaper there.

 

[nicoga3000]

I wish I liked Star Wars enough to buy Star Wars sets. -_-

 

[woodypop]

It's easily worth it. Even more so if you live in the US, much cheaper there.

Yeah, at this point it's a matter of finding space to display it. I've quickly run out of room with my current sets. =(

 

[Sax Russel]

I always thought the original UCS X-Wing they put out has been the best. Sad I never got one, WTB re-release =/ (fuck ebay prices)

Edit: Oh man, that PotC ship looks great. Black Seas Barracuda and Skull's Eye Schooner memories...... <3

 

[woodypop]

Took a few quick shots of some of my sets.

Imperial Assault on Hoth:

Escape from Mos Eisley:

Battle on Endor:

Rebel ships:

Death Star:

 

[DrForester]

Doing the super Star Destroyer. My first LEGO set in a long time. Having a blast putting it together (just finished up the bridge).

Little disappointed how well organized the pieces are. Digging and finding that one piece was part of the fun.

Also. Stickers? $400 set and you still make me deal with stickers?

 

[My Name Is Luke]

Was Christmas shopping around the mall and stopped by Barnes & Noble for a bit. I saw that they had a small Lego section and saw this along with a few other of their Architecture sets and was really impressed. Definitely trying to get this after Christmas.

 

[xxracerxx]

Doing the super Star Destroyer. My first LEGO set in a long time. Having a blast putting it together (just finished up the bridge).

Little disappointed how well organized the pieces are. Digging and finding that one piece was part of the fun.

Also. Stickers? $400 set and you still make me deal with stickers?

Dump all the pieces into one bin....DAYS of fun that way.

 

[dangerbyrnes]

I always thought the original UCS X-Wing they put out has been the best. Sad I never got one, WTB re-release =/ (fuck ebay prices)

Edit: Oh man, that PotC ship looks great. Black Seas Barracuda and Skull's Eye Schooner memories...... <3

i have this, and the tie interceptor one. the wings on both constantly fell off so i had to modify them to stay on. also, the structure of the interceptor sucks, constantly falling apart. the x-wing is pretty good though. got them both for like 30 bucks when kb toys was going out of business.

 

[mf.luder]

I have the UCS Millennium Falcon. It was amazing to build. I had actually forgot that I ordered it since I preordered it in February and it shipped in October.

The UCS XWing was also one of my favourites but eBay prices kept me away.

I picked up a technic crane a while back but haven't finished building it. I'm hoping for another nice set to come along, preferably Star Wars, for my display.

 

[nicoga3000]

eBay is THE WORST place to pick up out of print sets. Go to bricklink.com and get them for much more real and affordable prices.

 

[DrForester]

Day 2:

Vader comes to the bridge to get us back on schedule!

 

[railGUN]

This kit was my pride and joy when I was a kid.

 

[PhoncipleBone]

This kit was my pride and joy when I was a kid.

Word. That was my big gift for Christmas the year it released.

 

[m31]

I always thought the original UCS X-Wing they put out has been the best. Sad I never got one, WTB re-release =/ (fuck ebay prices)

Edit: Oh man, that PotC ship looks great. Black Seas Barracuda and Skull's Eye Schooner memories...... <3

I feel you man, I want that X-wing so bad aswell... re-release with no strickers please.

 

[DrForester]

It is finished.

 

[oracrest]

It is finished.

It's a thing of beauty! I can't wait to put mine together. I may try and suspend it with strong fishing line, does the base piece detach easily?

 

[DrForester]

It's a thing of beauty! I can't wait to put mine together. I may try and suspend it with strong fishing line, does the base piece detach easily?

you mean the stands? Yeah. They come off easily. The ship itself is pretty well put together. Don't foresee things falling off.

 

[joelseph]

Damn this thread popped off and now I have a boner and a raging urge to spend money on plastic.

 

[PhoncipleBone]

Damn this thread popped off and now I have a boner and a raging urge to spend money on plastic.

Same. I was thinking of getting an iPad 3 with my tax return next year, but think I will get a huge lego set instead.

 

[BGBW]

I got my first paycheck so I may treat myself in the new year. There have been some sets I liked the look of over the years which I may pick up if they're not out of stock.

 

[sixteen-bit]

I'm feeling the LEGO itch too, but I'd probably be more inclined to order old sets off eBay than any new ones.

 

[m31]

It is finished.

Ahh... so sweet. Need to get my hands on that set aswell once it gets a bit cheaper.

 

[judhudson]

So what huge lego sets are available for those that really don't have any interest in building Star Wars? I see that the Bridge is available - any others?

Also, just had a friend gift me this yesterday as I love the original Cars series. All that is needed is Mack. I hope they go back and give love to the first movie and release a huge Hudson Hornet.

 

[Garryk]

So what huge lego sets are available for those that really don't have any interest in building Star Wars? I see that the Bridge is available - any others?

Not nearly as big, but sexy:

 

[m31]

So what huge lego sets are available for those that really don't have any interest in building Star Wars? I see that the Bridge is available - any others?

How huge? Here's some pretty big sets.

Imperial Flagship (10210)

Grand Emporium (10211)

Diagon Alley (10217)

Pet Shop (10218)

Hogwarts Castle (4842)

Wolkswagen T1 Camper Van (10220)

Shuttle Expedition (10231)

All the really huge sets are mostly Star Wars, there is also some monument sets like Taj Mahaj and Eiffel Tower but those you can't find in LEGO shop.

10189 Taj Mahal

10181 Eiffel Tower

 

[judhudson]

Pet Shop, Grand Emporium, Wolkswagen T1 Camper Van and Shuttle Expedition are right up my alley. Must research into the Pet Shop theme, I would love to have a whole town.

 

[joelseph]

I got a nice big Farm set, they stopped making farm a while back though. It was one of my favorite city themes. Looking forward to Mining themed city next year.

 

[railGUN]

Here's a couple more sets I have... Brings back so many memories.

 

[m31]

Damn I remember wanting that so bad as a kid, never got it...

 

[railGUN]

I have this pirate set too, now that I look back, I had lots of pirate stuff. I can't wait to rebuild everything with my kids (or maybe sooner lol).