MusiKyle Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 https://www.stonewars.de/news/lego-speed-champions-2020-veraenderungen/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keymomachine Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Moving from 6 to 8 pimples wide says Google auto translate. I just hope they don't pop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exracer327 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 Interesting the single cars are increasing $5 (50-80 more bricks, now that they're going to be 8 wide) but the combo sets are staying the same price. Possible brands: Lamborghini Ferrari Audi Nissan GT-R Nismo Looking forward to the Nissan GT-R Nismo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belac Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 4 hours ago, keymomachine said: Moving from 6 to 8 pimples wide says Google auto translate It offers more creative space for building I suppose. I prefer the six wide as they still look right in the Lego city and fit in the street plates. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicSpeed Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 11 hours ago, Belac said: It offers more creative space for building I suppose. I prefer the six wide as they still look right in the Lego city and fit in the street plates. I think that will help with the resale of the 6-wide. Depending on the new line-up all of those might be real winners. However, I really like the 8-wide. The detail it allows, especially for the Formula-type vehicles is awesome. Having a LHD/RHD layout is also pretty neat. This makes me wonder if they will do more larger vehicles like the Raptor. I've been breaking down all of my SC sets lately and like seeing the differences in how they were constructed. The most recent Mclaren is probably one of the more interesting small builds and the 4 wide Mini is SUPER impressive. It would be nice to see a variation of 6 or 8 wide depending on the scale of the car they are trying to replicate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusiKyle Posted October 3, 2019 Author Share Posted October 3, 2019 On one hand, the 6-wide offered consistency in the line but on the other hand is it somewhat limiting in how creative designers can get. I like the idea of creating 8-wide vehicles but I'm not sure how I feel about rolling them all under the same title of Speed Champions. I don't think it requires an entirely new line but my personal stance is that adding some type of differentiation in the title would be good, i.e. Speed Champions Deluxe, Speed Champions XL, Speed Champions DX, something like that. Maybe it's my OCD but after having the SC line set the precedent of 6-wide over the last 4 years, going on 5 years, it just feels weird to change the overall design standard and sneak it in. Maybe it's because I'm imagining 6- and 8-wide co-existing. I guess if they phase out 6-wide completely and commit to 8-wide then I have less of an issue keeping the common title. I guess Friends did that when they changed all the girls, but it's up for debate how similar that change is compared to increasing vehicle widths by 33%. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
$20 on joe vs dan Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 Whatever change to reduce/eliminate stickers gets a nod from me the WORST part of these cars have been the stickers Also a unique feature to add to this line would be a special add-on compliment that would allow alternative color exteriors and maybe a wheel pack 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tk79 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 2 hours ago, MusiKyle said: On one hand, the 6-wide offered consistency in the line but on the other hand is it somewhat limiting in how creative designers can get. I like the idea of creating 8-wide vehicles but I'm not sure how I feel about rolling them all under the same title of Speed Champions. I don't think it requires an entirely new line but my personal stance is that adding some type of differentiation in the title would be good, i.e. Speed Champions Deluxe, Speed Champions XL, Speed Champions DX, something like that. Maybe it's my OCD but after having the SC line set the precedent of 6-wide over the last 4 years, going on 5 years, it just feels weird to change the overall design standard and sneak it in. Maybe it's because I'm imagining 6- and 8-wide co-existing. I guess if they phase out 6-wide completely and commit to 8-wide then I have less of an issue keeping the common title. I guess Friends did that when they changed all the girls, but it's up for debate how similar that change is compared to increasing vehicle widths by 33%. Speed Champions XL is a good idea, would be nice to have anything to differentiate 8-wide. But yeah, interested to see if they even keep 6-wide going forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicSpeed Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 1 hour ago, $20 on joe vs dan said: Whatever change to reduce/eliminate stickers gets a nod from me the WORST part of these cars have been the stickers Also a unique feature to add to this line would be a special add-on compliment that would allow alternative color exteriors and maybe a wheel pack Never going to happen for this line. I don't mind the stickers for a minor extension of a window or sponsors but a full NO sticker version isnt meant for a playable line at only 6/8 studs. Recent sets have balanced Race Cars/Road Cars pretty nicely and they have really evolved the builds over the years (See 75909 to 75892 Mclaren's) Many of the sets now CAN be applied with minimal stickers and they are making more printed parts, even small 1x1 plates side printed Ferrari labels. I have a love-hate for stickers on lego. I understand them from a cost perspective and inventory allotment, but as I have been taking these sets apart, some of the stickers are peeling and this is in a conditioned environment with minimal humidity. From what I can tell, they are from when you receive a sticker sheet that has been creased/curved to the extent that the stickers lose their adhesiveness. The recent Dodge set and the GT40 set are key examples for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Leveller Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 Saw this somewhere on Facebook Sent from my SM-A520F using Brickpicker Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BricksBrotha Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 Just looking through the new catalog, makes me sad not seeing one single SC set?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 2 hours ago, BricksBrotha said: Just looking through the new catalog, makes me sad not seeing one single SC set?? The less people are reminded of some sets, the less they may remember to hoard them so it´s not necessarily a bad thing. My catalogue has 14 pages of Ninjago and SW and half a page of Architecture and that´s just the way it should be. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crayxlp Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 On 10/3/2019 at 5:33 PM, MusiKyle said: On one hand, the 6-wide offered consistency in the line but on the other hand is it somewhat limiting in how creative designers can get. I like the idea of creating 8-wide vehicles but I'm not sure how I feel about rolling them all under the same title of Speed Champions. I don't think it requires an entirely new line but my personal stance is that adding some type of differentiation in the title would be good, i.e. Speed Champions Deluxe, Speed Champions XL, Speed Champions DX, something like that. Maybe it's my OCD but after having the SC line set the precedent of 6-wide over the last 4 years, going on 5 years, it just feels weird to change the overall design standard and sneak it in. Maybe it's because I'm imagining 6- and 8-wide co-existing. I guess if they phase out 6-wide completely and commit to 8-wide then I have less of an issue keeping the common title. I guess Friends did that when they changed all the girls, but it's up for debate how similar that change is compared to increasing vehicle widths by 33%. Everything evolves.. not just the electronic gadgets etc. its just a step that every producer has to make to keep ahead of the competition (well, I agree that LEGO simply does not have much of the competition not counting the Chinese brands). I would still love to have an option to go to a store and buy a new smart phone with less than 5" screen. - no way .. you have no chance these days because nobody serious makes them anymore.. they all think that everyobdy simply needs some "paddle" or a tablet next to your ear.. sick of that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crayxlp Posted November 16, 2019 Share Posted November 16, 2019 There is a new position at Amazon Italy for some upcoming SCH set.. have no idea what is it but there are some rumours at EuroBricks (attached pictures). Since two of them are actually going to be released perhaps they got their list right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belac Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 Pretty good looking . I prefer the smaller, Less costly speed champions there getting away from though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iahawks550 Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 The Urus ST-X looks awful, IMO. But, the Huracan is a great looking model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belac Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 1 minute ago, iahawks550 said: The Urus ST-X looks awful, IMO. But, the Huracan is a great looking model. Agreed. If wasn't a two pack that green one prob wouldn't sell that great. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusiKyle Posted November 17, 2019 Author Share Posted November 17, 2019 The bigger set has about 17% more pieces than the smaller set, yet the bigger set costs about 66% more than the smaller set ($USD). I know piece count isn't always the go-to data point for comparison against price but I definitely find that interesting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isawred Posted November 17, 2019 Share Posted November 17, 2019 4 hours ago, MusiKyle said: The bigger set has about 17% more pieces than the smaller set, yet the bigger set costs about 66% more than the smaller set ($USD). I know piece count isn't always the go-to data point for comparison against price but I definitely find that interesting... i was thinking it was the lambo license... i understand everyone not liking the urus. I'm mixed at the moment. i do think this set will do well down the line. hopefully we can pick them up at discount along the way! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusiKyle Posted November 18, 2019 Author Share Posted November 18, 2019 I'm looking forward to getting the first single 8-wide car just to experience the build of a different form factor and hold it in comparison to the 6-wide. Even if there's reviews online, good but never the same as in-person. That'll help me decide what to think about these. So far just these two offerings of two-car sets. Curious on pricing of single- car sets. Still $14.99 like the 6- wide with less accessories to hit the price point, or full featured with an extra $5 slapped on the sticker price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isawred Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 i've never actually built any of the SC, I've sold several and parted out a few. i'd like to build the senna sometime soon! i've read about the price increase but $19.99 seems like too much.?.?.? i vote $16.99-$17.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstofminifigs Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 I think the new 6 wide windshield piece will look great retrofit on some of the old 6 wide models. I've never understood the choice for 4 wide windshields on a 6 wide car. For that reason I think those pieces might be highly sought after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crayxlp Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 20 hours ago, MusiKyle said: I'm looking forward to getting the first single 8-wide car just to experience the build of a different form factor and hold it in comparison to the 6-wide. Even if there's reviews online, good but never the same as in-person. That'll help me decide what to think about these. So far just these two offerings of two-car sets. Curious on pricing of single- car sets. Still $14.99 like the 6- wide with less accessories to hit the price point, or full featured with an extra $5 slapped on the sticker price? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exracer327 Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 19 hours ago, isawred said: i've never actually built any of the SC, I've sold several and parted out a few. i'd like to build the senna sometime soon! i've read about the price increase but $19.99 seems like too much.?.?.? i vote $16.99-$17.99 Most of the new SC sets have been 20% off for most of their life. So I think they'll end up there. Sadly, not @ LEGO though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusiKyle Posted November 19, 2019 Author Share Posted November 19, 2019 (edited) https://brickset.com/article/47021/two-more-speed-champions-sets-announced! Edited November 19, 2019 by MusiKyle 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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