As the Formula 1 season accelerates, UK motorsport fans are finding unique ways to celebrate their favourite teams and drivers. One standout moment was Lando Norris' thrilling Grand Prix win—a victory now commemorated in LEGO form with the McLaren MCL38.
Currently, Argos is offering the LEGO Speed Champions McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car at a discounted price of £17, down from £23. However, savvy F1 and LEGO fans can pay even less, thanks to a clever cashback promotion through TopCashback.
By signing up for a new TopCashback account, shoppers can earn additional cashback on orders over £15, which includes this LEGO McLaren set. With both new TopCashback and Argos accounts, buyers can effectively reduce the cost of the set to just £1.84 after cashback. Even those already registered with Argos but new to TopCashback can snag the set for a mere £1.86.
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The McLaren MCL38 is notable for helping McLaren clinch the World Constructors' Championship and has been a key player in the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship. Piloted by drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, the car notched multiple Grand Prix wins—the first McLaren set to do so in a season since 2012’s MP4-27.
This LEGO model beautifully captures the car’s distinctive features, including the HALO safety bar, the rear DRS wing, and the wide Pirelli-branded rear tyres, as detailed by the Manchester Evening News. The set also includes a minifigure driver dressed in McLaren’s iconic papaya orange racing suit, who can be placed inside the model for added realism.
For fans of other teams, LEGO offers alternatives such as the Ferrari F2004, complete with a figure inspired by F1 legend Michael Schumacher. Another option is the LEGO Speed Champions Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 set, currently discounted on Amazon from £22.99 to £16.99. This set replicates authentic Red Bull F1 details and includes a minifigure that fits in the cockpit.
The Argos McLaren set enjoys a stellar 4.8-star rating, with 96% of customers recommending it. Enthusiasts praise the build quality and likeness to the actual car, calling it a rewarding project even for those new to LEGO building. A satisfied buyer commented on the set’s clever use of standard LEGO pieces and excellent stability, while another noted the presence of spare parts for future builds.
However, some customers have expressed concerns about the model’s fragility, mentioning difficulty in keeping parts together and describing it as less stable than previous versions. One user even resorted to using glue to maintain assembly, highlighting room for improvement in design.
Overall, this LEGO McLaren MCL38 offers motorsport followers an engaging way to celebrate the 2024 F1 season, combining detailed craftsmanship with a fantastic promotional price.