There are hundreds of new sets to choose from and, now that Lego appeals to huge numbers of adults as well as kids, the choice is almost endless and it’s impossible to collect everything.
Best Lego Sets for Adults in 2021
So, now we know why buying an adult Lego set is an awesome thing to do, how do you go about choosing the best lego set for you? Well, the good news is; you don’t have to. We’ve gone ahead and done all the heavy lifting for you by putting our top picks in order.
Here is a list of the 20 best Lego sets for adults in 2020.
1. Lego Creator Expert James Bond Aston Martin DB5 10262
An authentic replica of the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 sports car made famous by 007 in the film Goldfinger, this cool Lego set is absolutely badass. The classic design features a drum-lacquered silver front and rear bumpers, moulded silver-coloured wire wheel rim inserts, opening boot, bonnet and doors. Inside, you’ll find a wealth of James Bond gadgetry, including a working ejector seat, revolving number plates, rear-window bulletproof screen, front wing machine guns and wheel-mounted tyre scythes.
Pieces: 1,290
Dimensions: 3″ x 13″ x 4″
Price: AUD$149.95
2. LEGO DC Batman 1989 Batmobile 76139 Building Kit
If you’re a fan of the Dark Knight, this is the adult Lego set for you. Based on the 1989 Batmobile model, this intricate and exceptionally cool Lego set is authentic down to the slide-open cockpit. This kit also includes three Lego minifigures, including Batman, the Joker and Vicki Vale. Also, at 60cm long, this is one big Lego set.
Pieces: 3,306
Dimensions: 4″ x 23″ x 8″
Price: AUD$249.95
3. LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron 42083
The ideal gift for car lovers, this replica Bugatti Chiron is one of the sleekest adult Lego sets on the market. Developed in partnership with Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S, this set is a faithful recreation of the real car.
Pieces: 3,599
Dimensions: 5″ x 22″ x 9″
Price: AUD$640
4. Imperial Star Destroyer Adult Lego Set
An icon of the Galactic Empire – the Devastator is one of the coolest Lego sets for adults, and with over 4,700 pieces, it’s also one of the biggest. The Imperial Star Destroyer model captures all the authentic details of the starship as it appeared in the opening scene of Star Wars: A New Hope. It features swivelling guns, a tilting radar dish, huge engine exhausts, intricate surface detailing and of course a buildable scale version of the Rebels’ Tantive IV starship to chase down. This adult Lego set is the perfect gift for the Star Wars tragic.
Pieces: 4,784
Dimensions: 5″ x 22″ x 9″
Price: AUD$699.99
5. Lego Ideas Ship in a Bottle 21313
This nautical-themed adventure may only have 962 pieces, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be a challenge. This adult LEGO set comes complete with captain’s quarter, a buildable cork, sails, mast, crow’s nest, flag, cannons and a display stand to show off your creation once it’s complete.
Pieces: 962
Dimensions: 3″ x 12″ x 3″
Price: AUD$108.50
6. Lego Ideas Dinosaur Fossils 21320
This 910-piece Lego set for adults will help you rediscover that whimsical feeling of learning about dinosaurs. In this kit, there are two dinosaur skeleton models (Tyrannosaurus rex and Triceratops) and the pterosaur reptile (Pteranodon) skeleton toy.
Pieces: 910
Dimensions: 7″ x 15″
Price: AUD$99.95
7. LEGO Ideas Steamboat Willie 21317
It’s one of the most iconic clips in television history and now you can help rebuild it yourself. Steamboat Willie is the classic introduction of the Walt Disney star Mickey Mouse, and this design originally hit shelves to commemorate the cartoon’s 90th anniversary. This LEGO brick version of the S.S. Willie features moving steam pipes that move up and down and paddle wheels that rotate when the boat is pushed along.
Pieces: 751
Dimensions: 3″ x 12″ x 3″
Price: AUD$129.95
8. Volkswagen T1 Camper Van 10220
This adult Lego set is a replica of the classic Volkswagen Camper Van from 1962. This cool Lego set features the iconic ‘V’ shape three-way colour split at the front, rounded roof and window frames. Once you build the piece, you’ll notice the opening ‘splittie’ safari windshield, opening doors, iconic pop-up roof with textile curtain surround, roof rack and rear side air intake vents.
