Lego sets and time lapse photography seem to go hand in hand and I have to confess I am a little in awe of those who manage to do it so well- I mean where do they find the time?
Perhaps they don’t have kids…
There is a wonderful video on Youtube at the moment covering the time lapse build of what must be 2011’s Lego set of the year, the LEGO Volkswagen T1 Camper Van (set 10220).
It is truly one of the most well designed and executed Lego sets I have ever seen (and I’m not just saying this because I own a VW).
It combines the design wonder of talented Lego and VW craftspeople to make one beautiful set of quirky nostalgic goodness.
You can read more about the Lego VW Camper Van or simply sit back and watch the video below.
These two models are part of Lego’s Large Scale Model series, vehicle sub-theme.
Lego Volkswagen Van
I was initially blase about this set, based solely on a couple of images of the outside of the camper van and my impression of the previous set which didn’t inspire me (and I even own a blue VW beetle!).
But when I saw the level of detail inside this latest release, I knew that Lego had taken their Vehicle theme to a new level.
The design of the inside of the van took my breath away- a bed, table, lamp, painting, tiled (vinyl?) floor, curtains, drawers, shelves – It is unbelievable how much detail the designers fit inside while maintaining the integrity of the model and the detail outside!
The Lego Volkswagen Van must be in the running for Lego set of the year!
The set will be released in October. (Available Now)
Lego Volkswagen Van – Press Release
10220 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van Ages 16+. 1,322 pieces.
US $119.99, CA $129.99, DE €99.99 , UK £79.99 , DK 799 DKK, available from October.
This authentic camper van is a replica of the classic Volkswagen Camper Van from 1962. Every iconic feature is here! On the outside, the terrific detailing includes ‘V’ shape three-way color split at the front, rounded roof and window frames, opening ‘splittie’ safari windshield, opening doors, iconic pop-up roof with textile curtain surround, roof rack, rear side air intake vents and lots more! The detailing is equally impressive on the inside, from the authentic VW air-cooled flat four cylinder boxer engine, front cabin bench seat, gear stick, angled dashboard and iconic spherical speedometer, to custom LEGO features like folding rear bench seat, folding dinette table, closet with mirror and even a painting!
Features 11 windows, authentic plaid-print textile curtains and wing mirror!
Rear door opens to reveal detailed engine!
Interior also features rear bench seat that transforms into a bed, ‘Make LEGO Models, Not War’ T-shirt and rear shelf with plant!
Lego sets and time lapse photography seem to go hand in hand and I have to confess I am a little in awe of those who manage to do it so well- I mean where do they find the time?
