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Almost every car nut craves an original 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback, and the good news is that now we can all have one for just €129. The catch is that you have to build it yourself. And it's made from Lego...
Ford, which has previously collaborated with Lego on a GT and GT40 set, has now helped the Danish toy giant to make a Creator Expert: Ford Mustang model. Made up of 1,470 pieces, the finished model is 10cm high, 34cm long, and 14cm wide.
It's not just the one car, either. Recognising that owners of classic Mustangs often modify their cars to suit their tastes, Lego and Ford have included an upgrade kit for the brick version. Customisation options include a supercharger, rear ducktail spoiler, beefy exhaust pipes, front chin spoiler and a nitrous oxide tank for an authentic muscle car build experience.
"There are few cars on the road that are as instantly recognisable as the Ford Mustang, and it's exciting to see the iconic car's combination of design and heritage come through in this Lego set," said Roelant de Waard, vice president, Marketing, Sales & Service, Ford of Europe.
There are proper hinges, too, for both the bonnet and boot, so that you can either show off the Lego replica of the amazing 390-cubic inch (6.4-litre) V8 engine, or even store some of the car's accessories in the boot.
The rear axle of the car can be lifted for an extra-mean look, the doors can be opened and the roof panel removed to give access to the detailed interior with classic seats, radio, working steering and a mid-console gearshift. A printed Mustang grille badge, GT emblems and a selection of license plates add the final touches.
"The Ford Mustang is one of the most iconic, symbolic cars in history - and to bring this fan favourite muscle car to life in brick form, with this level of customisation, has been exhilarating," said Jamie Berard, Design Lead on Lego Creator Expert. "We can't wait to see our Lego and Ford Mustang fans' own creations when they get their hands on this new set."