LEGO Creator Expert Ford Mustang Model Car Set 10265

Loved this build. Only my second personal build in the last 20 years, but have constantly been building through my children. Those always felt a chore as, kids being kids, want it all built then & now. This was dad time! A build spread out over 4 sessions (also required due to arthritis), with time taken to appreciate the complexity and engineering involved. I doff my cap to the genius who designed this. This felt more of a challenge than my previous build (the 007 AM DB5), but I think that was largely due to the darker colours (took the use of numerous lamps). The finished build though is a thing of beauty. Just can't take my eyes or my hands off it. I think this set (and the DB5) has awakened the dorment Lego building beast inside of me. The question though - where to go from here?... Only one minor piece missing from the set. You can't win them all. The missing piece is already on order though. Took less than 60 Seconds to sort it. Well impressed.

Being born and raised in Michigan, I have a true passion for American Muscle Cars and Lego hit this one out of the park. My expectations were far exceeded with this very detailed set. From the "Fastback" designed exterior to the operating floor shifter on the inside, the Lego design group deserves a huge congratulations for preserving such an iconic piece of Americana. I had a blast building the "stock" version AND upgrading it to the souped up version. Great job all around with this one Lego. I would like to believe this is only the first in an entire line of Lego Muscle cars.

As a Mustang lover and Lego enthusiast, this set makes my dream come true. The steering function for a Creator model is impressive, the engine is designed beautifully and the steering system building experience is awesome. Extra parts and looks are also delightful. There are only 2 things I want to add. First of all, the side mirrors seem weak and not connected to the body - I do believe It can be easily replaced with some round pieces with firmer connecting parts. Secondly, it would be perfect to have the instructions to build a convertible version of the car. I was able to, using the original parts from the set, and it would be an even more delightful experience for other Mustang lovers to have more options for the cars. Overall, greatest set I've ever had. Thank you Lego.

My mom has almost always owned a mustang, so when I saw Lego was engineering this marvel of a build I knew I had to have it. Constructing it was a very nostalgic experience. The model captures the essence of the Mustang very well, from the shape of the vehicle to the interior. Normally a model like this is meant to be a display piece, but the different customization options that come with the set make for a great play experience. Highly recommended for any Lego fan or car fan!

This is definitely the best of the LEGO Creator Expert vehicles. First of all, the details on this set are outstanding. You may as well be looking at the car itself. Secondly, I love all of the added parts you could attach to equipped it up. It really turns into an experience. With so many possible combinations, as well as the multiple license plates, there's an endless number of ways to display this set. Third, there is some repetition, but not too much to the point of making the build boring. Overall, this set is definitely worth the investment.

This build is simply amazing from the start til the end! The instruction booklet is massive. This is the first car in that series that features a working steering wheel wich is a big plus compared to the old models. The building technics are surprising and it strangely ressembles the build of a real car. The proportions are perfect and it gives it a true display value. The playability is also there, even if it's a little big to play with it and can be fragile. The engine is realistic and the option to switch it for the supercharged makes it badass! I personnaly prefer the standard version though. My only complain (wich is not really a complain) is about the color choice: blue only. The Mustang has been known for its infinite color choices. It would have been nice to have the choice between red, dark green or black! The Fiat has two colors. Why not the 'Stang? Anyway, this set is iconic, just like the real car. Get it before it's too late. It will cost an arm and a leg in a couple of years.

I'm absolutely impressed by the quality of this build! The number of detail is impressive and I never seen something like this one before. The only down side was 3 missing pieces in bag 4 but Lego will send me the missing parts and as said before despite I'm extremely happy with the product.

MY PICTURES DO NOT REPRESENT THE ACTUAL SET! These pictures are my slightly modified version, and I need to make that clear up front, but I posted these pics to show just how cool this set is. Now, with that disclaimer noted... I'm not one to buy Lego sets to just build as told and then set it on the shelf to collect dust until reselling on ebay...what I want is what this car delivers-a design that can be a base for mods and inspiration for MOC's (My Own Creation). This car will easily serve as an ongoing, interactive piece, talking to you from the coffee table, constantly asking 'what if we do...add...change...' This car is by far the best one Lego has done yet! It not only was a fun build but is also the coolest looking Lego car yet, in my opinion. I don't say this because I'm some crazed Mustang enthusiast or anything...I could care less about that. But, this has such a sleek look I've never seen out of Lego before. On top of that, it's a great-sturdy design. I liked the VW hippie van 10220 but found the fragility of it frustrating. Everytime I'd pick it up to look at it or study a technique, pieces would keep falling off and by the time I'd get it back together I'd forget what I was studying in the 1st place! This Mustang won't trouble you like that. It's a great model piece for MOC builders for reference, let alone modify. The doors (as mentioned in the YouTube video https://youtu.be/SquocJuoeyc) are a totally new, ingenious design for lego. This is something I will be studying for future MOC pieces for awhile as well as many other techniques hidden within this car. It took roughly 12 hours for me but others have reported less, and is pretty easy to follow. I can't think of any confusing steps and it made for 2 evenings of zen-like building. After completion I couldn't help to make a few changes myself (pics posted). Don't take that as a negative. This is one of the reasons why I absolutely love it! It already has 2 different set ups for personal preference-the original 1967 manufacturer car rolling off the assembly line, or the souped up muscle car you've been working on in the garage for years-but even on top of that, one can pick and choose a combination from those details. I personally, immediately stuck with the low rider front bumper and originally went with the side pipe exhaust (though changed it by the time of these pictures, which will soon further my point) while finding the stock hood scoop much more stylish over the steroided out blower intake (but I have to admit and give credit, it's amazing how perfectly the open hood rolls over the complex blower design! Very well built!). The spoiler, though looked great, I went back to the smooth hatchback, but again, that's the glory of it...it was just my own personal choice! At this point I began my own personal mods not included in the set but with amazing simplicity with my own stash of loose legos. Though the NOZ canister in the trunk was a nice touch, I decided a speaker box would be much cooler. I managed to easily build my own speaker box, (and as a side note-design idea to Lego-I would love to one day see a black 4x4 embossed screen mesh to cover the speakers with!) I added smooth tiles to represent floor mats inside, expanded the driver's dash, moved the seats up by one space (just because I'm not that tall) and then I scrapped the side pipes for running boards, but additionally redesigned the side pipes to straight pipes. Though I had to work with my own non-included pieces and couldn't use the colors I'd like to have, the fact that I could easily modify it, is an example of the freedom and flexibility this car delivers for personalization! I didn't use all the stickers (I like to build it to completion once before adding decals, only so I can save any I decide I don't like properly for future owners) but the two decals I had to use were the back bumper GT emblem and the license plate. The emblem looks great while the set includes a choice of 5 different plates-the traditional 'GT 1967', 3 various European designs (one of which is German and refers to an early concept designer Adam Grobowski, as mentioned in the included booklet) but I chose to stick with the 'P51 AK2' which is designer Mike Psiaki's 2nd plate, (as explained in the YouTube video) out of respect for such a great design. (Thank you Mike, and I look forward to the '63 Stingray...hint, hint!) The only complaint I can think of is the design of the rims, and this is minimal. The front wheels are connected to the steering wheel to turn left or right, which is friggin' cool, but the tires, when turned all the way hits the wheelwell. This is just a personal pet peeve of mine (take note Mike!). This is why, as seen in my pictures, I swapped out the front tires for a lower profile set of tires from another Creator set (any collector knows these tires from many various previous sets). I felt it looked much better, but, the other thing was the rims themselves. They are totally new rims to Lego and look amazing, but Lego Creator and Technic rims traditionally are double sided so one can pick from 2 different styles. These rims can still be flipped to create a deep dish look but weren't specifically designed for that. The back side of the spokes are hollowed out and I had to rework the axle stems (again, using personal stock of pieces, so don't expect to get this look from the box set) to fit them correctly. But, with that being said, it is a minimal gripe and in the end, they look great and are just another example of how this car gripped my interest long beyond original completion! So, in conclusion, whether you're a traditional Lego collector or an aspiring MOC master builder, this set will fill that building itch! You won't be disappointed! It's a beautiful piece either way, packed full of ideas and inspiration.

I really enjoyed building this. The build was challenging, and I made a few mistakes which I had to rectify throughout. The additional bits at the end were a real bonus. However, I do have 2 bones of contention. Firstly the finishing of the printed tiles is disappointing, they do not align or look right at all as you can see from the pictures attached. Also, for the seats there should have been 6 * 4626904 pieces in the box, but there was only 2, and I had to use 4113233 instead. I dont think it looks to bad if I am honest, however it is not as expected.

This is the best Expert Creator car set that Lego has released yet. I love the build, the colors, the printed tiles, the minimal use of stickers, the multiple configurations, and the all-out presence of the completed model. I even went so far as to buy a display case for it. I highly recommend this set to car enthusiasts and novices alike. I did have quality control issues with my kit. I have included pictures as I had scratches, wavy prints, and warped pieces in my set. I have included pictures. I would do it all again even with the issues I had. I know quality control issues happen. I have had several Lego sets with scratched pieces, missing pieces, damaged stickers, and warping. I know Lego will do what they can to make it right. I have ordered replacements parts for my scratched windshields and wavy printed tiles. I just do not understand why in 2019 Lego is still shipping large windshield pieces like this in bags with multiple pieces. I think the windshield should be individually bagged or placed in small cardboard boxes like rubberbands/capes. The warping issues are not as common. I had issues with pieces in my hood. The hood would not close properly. I tried replacing with other pieces in my collection without luck. I had to substitute 2 pieces and now hood closes fine. Thank you for looking at my review. This is a wonderful build and the crown jewel of my Expert Creator cars.