Mattel's New Series Of Collectible Hot Wheels Building Sets Looks Cool

Mattel is launching a new building set brand this summer called Brick Shop, and the toy manufacturer is kicking things off with one of its most iconic franchises: Hot Wheels. Similar to Lego and Mega Bloks--which is owned by Mattel--Hot Wheels Brick Shop building sets are pieced together using a variety of different brick types and sizes. Whereas Mega Bloks' Hot Wheels sets are more playful and geared toward kids, Mattel's Brick Shop kits were designed for collectors and car enthusiasts who are looking for authentic models of iconic cars such as the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, Corvette Grand Sport, and Maserati MC20.Mattel's Brick Shop will debut on August 1 with seven Hot Wheels building sets, and you can preorder all of them at major retailers. Each set also comes with a matching 1:64 diecast metal car. Preorder Hot Wheels Brick Shop Sets Brick Shop Hot Wheels sets will come in three different series, each more premium and customizable than the last. The Speed Series ($20) is the entry-level tier with builds of roughly 250-300 pieces each. These budget-friendly kits will let you create a customizable replica of each vehicle, though you won't find many premium flourishes. The Elite Series ($50) is more authentic and customizable, thanks to the inclusion of metal components and significantly higher piece counts (850-plus bricks each). Mattel says these sets “are built with maximum authenticity to faithfully recreate what makes each car unique.”Continue Reading at GameSpot

May 1, 2025 - 23:06

Mattel's New Series Of Collectible Hot Wheels Building Sets Looks Cool

Mattel is launching a new building set brand this summer called Brick Shop, and the toy manufacturer is kicking things off with one of its most iconic franchises: Hot Wheels. Similar to Lego and Mega Bloks--which is owned by Mattel--Hot Wheels Brick Shop building sets are pieced together using a variety of different brick types and sizes. Whereas Mega Bloks' Hot Wheels sets are more playful and geared toward kids, Mattel's Brick Shop kits were designed for collectors and car enthusiasts who are looking for authentic models of iconic cars such as the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, Corvette Grand Sport, and Maserati MC20.

Mattel's Brick Shop will debut on August 1 with seven Hot Wheels building sets, and you can preorder all of them at major retailers. Each set also comes with a matching 1:64 diecast metal car.

Preorder Hot Wheels Brick Shop Sets

Brick Shop Hot Wheels sets will come in three different series, each more premium and customizable than the last. The Speed Series ($20) is the entry-level tier with builds of roughly 250-300 pieces each. These budget-friendly kits will let you create a customizable replica of each vehicle, though you won't find many premium flourishes. The Elite Series ($50) is more authentic and customizable, thanks to the inclusion of metal components and significantly higher piece counts (850-plus bricks each). Mattel says these sets “are built with maximum authenticity to faithfully recreate what makes each car unique.”Continue Reading at GameSpot