The Amalgam Collection Ferrari SF-24 is a very tempting collectible, but its price tag is reserved for the privileged few. However, if you’re pining for a piece of F1 glory, allow me to introduce the more budget-friendly alternative: the LEGO Technic Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car (42207).
This roughly 1:8 scale Formula 1 Technic set rolls onto the scene as the second large-scale F1 set which already includes the McLaren Formula 1 race car. It is the third large Formula Technic model, joining the ranks of previous legends like the Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance.
This 1,361-piece set isn’t just a pretty red racer—it’s a mechanical marvel in brick form. Builders aged 18 and up can dive into the intricate details of this Scuderia Ferrari beast, including its functional V6 engine with a spinning MGU-H. You can also tinker with a two-speed gearbox, an opening DRS (Drag Reduction System) spoiler, and Pirelli-printed slick tires.
The front and rear suspension are fully operational, letting you geek out over its engineering as much as its aesthetics. Once complete, this model stretches over 24 inches (61 cm) long, 9.5 inches (24 cm) wide, and 5 inches (13 cm) tall—a showstopper for any display.
LEGO didn’t skimp on immersion, either. The set invites you to remove the engine cover to peek at the guts of the car, marveling at its two-speed gearbox and other moving parts. And when the build is done? Set it on your desk or shelf and let it remind everyone in the room that, yes, you too are a master of speed…in tiny plastic form.
If you’re into digital wizardry, the LEGO Builder app adds another dimension to the experience, letting you rotate and zoom in 3D while tracking your progress. Or, you know, you could just grab the manual and call it a day—your choice.
The LEGO Technic Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car becomes available worldwide on March 1, 2025, with pre-orders already open in select regions. The price? US$229.99, which might not be pocket change but is definitely easier to justify than a full-sized F1 car in your driveway.
Images: LEGO.
