Want a Ford Mustang but your budget won’t stretch to the repayments for a current one, let alone the 1967 GT Fastback you’ve always dreamed of? Have you considered Lego? Today the Danish toy maker’s version of one of the most iconic muscle cars ever went on sale in South Africa. We were at the unveiling, where we got to peer under the bonnet and, um, flick the tyres.
Creator and Technics series overlap a little with the Mustang, as the steering wheel actually turns the front wheels, so you can set them just so for that perfect faux motoring magazine cover stance. Lego’s paid close attention to detail with the Mustang GT and says there’s around 90% accuracy in terms of its dimensions when compared to a real-world one. Also, a range of Lego pieces unique to the set ensure the curvature of the roof — among other details — is just right.Daydream in blue
If you’re in Johannesburg you can head to the Lego Certified Store in Sandton City for a peek at the Mustang, or to pick one up. Though be warned, there’s limited stock and it’s unlikely to survive the weekend. Alternatively, you can pick one up online over here. In either instance it’s going to set you back R2 300. But then, that’s a whole lot less than the monthly instalment on a full-sized Mustang.
