Lego Mini Modulars

A new line for 2012, Lego Mini Modulars are compact versions of the large, highly detailed and very popular Modular Buildings released by Lego over the last 5 years. The Mini Modulars will be available at the Lego Shop in January 2012 and will be exclusive to VIP Members.

The modular buildings are some of the most highly sought after Lego sets, especially by Adult Lego fans and the sets often command very high prices on the secondary market after they have sold out in stores.

Rather than re-release these sets Lego has decided to make miniature versions so collectors can enjoy the details – albeit with a magnifying glass :0)

Set 10230 Mini Modulars will feature the first 5 buildings from the series (Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium) in one kit. Each building measures approximately 2.5″ (6.5 cm) square and the completed “street” model measures 5″ (14.5 cm) tall, 12″ (32 cm) long and 2.5″ (6.5 cm) wide.

The kit utilizes the popular mini building style and comes with 1356 pieces.

As it is available only to Lego VIP Club members it’s a great reason to join up to the rewards points club (and also a great way for Lego to recruit new members).

Lego Mini Modulars Official Press Release:

10230 Mini Modulars, 1,356 pieces, US $79.99, CA $99.99, DE €69.99, UK £59.99, DK DKK 649.00, AU $119.99. Available from January 2012.

Available only to our LEGO® VIP Program Members, this exclusive mini modulars set is an authentic miniature representation of the first 5 buildings in the Modular Building series: Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium. Featuring highly detailed design, each building can be displayed as a stand alone piece or connected to the others buildings in the set.

The mini Café Corner includes details like a fan above the doorway and printed hotel signage, while the mini Market Street includes transparent bricks and a unique brick construction. The quaint mini Green Grocer also features transparent bricks and a fire escape at the rear, while the mini Fire Brigade includes a brick bell and white arch wall elements.

Finally, the mini Grand Emporium has a rooftop sign, skylight and window washing platform.

With fantastic detailing and a huge variety of elements in a range of rich colors, this exclusive mini modulars set is the perfect addition to every VIP Member’s collection.

Exclusively available to LEGO® VIP Members!
Authentic miniature representation of first 5 Modular Buildings: Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium!
Each building can be displayed individually or connected to the other buildings in the set!
All buildings feature fantastic detailing and a wide variety of elements and colors!
Completed model measures over 5″ (14.5 cm) tall, 12″ (32 cm) long and 2.5″ (6.5 cm) wide!
Each individual building measures 2.5″ (6.5 cm) long and 2.5″ (6.5 cm) wide!

(Via Brickset)

Lego Mini Modulars will be available exclusively through the VIP Club in January 2012. You can find out more about the Lego VIP Club here.