2020 Bugatti Centodieci

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There are lots of cars posted on the various LEGO sharing sites these days, but nobody builds ‘em like Firas Abu-Jaber. The Centodieci is the latest from Bugatti, an homage to the EB110 from back in the 1990s. The updated version, revealed here, comes with 1600 brake horsepower for a whopping $9million (plus tax). Only ten will be produced, which is just slightly less exclusive than the one-of-a kind shown here. Nicely done, Firas!

All Aboard for Train Cars

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These train cars by Tim Schwalfenberg are very different when compared to the models typically seen on his Flickr Photostream. That's no matter, however, because these train cars are brilliantly done. With the excellent chassis system, these models hardly look LEGO at all! I could see these cars on a model train layout now... I can't wait to see what other cars Tim makes, and if an entire engine is on the way...

Box Car
Log Car
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Nathaniel Stoner

     My name is Nathaniel Stoner, and I am an very active LEGO builder.  I mostly build in the themes of castle and science-fiction, but I also dabble in other genres and create occasional random MOC's (My Own Creations). 

     When I was younger, I would get and build small LEGO sets for my birthday, but I was never really into them.  When they fell apart, I would become frustrated attempting to put them back together and would throw them in a box in my closet.  I couldn't stand them!

     Then, miraculously, I became addicted to the LEGO brick later in my teen years.  Ever since, I have continued to build up (pun intended) my collection of bricks and to expand my knowledge of techniques and building skills.  LEGO is truly more than a toy, its an art form and a way to express yourself.

     For the most part, I collect LEGO Star Wars (mainly the minifigs), which is probably my favorite LEGO theme.  I have a fairly decent collection, including some of the original 1999 sets, such as the Snowspeeder, X-Wing, and Naboo starfighter.  I also collected LEGO the Lord of the Rings when those sets first came out.  The minifigs are great, and the story remains one of my favorites ever. 

     My hope is to inspire other young (and perhaps even older) LEGO builders to unleash their inner creativity!  You can find me on my Flikr here. 

Nissan GT-R NISMO

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My son and I have been binge-watching BBC's Top Gear, and we recently saw the episode where Jeremy, in a GT-R, races Richard and James in the Japanese bullet train.  So when I saw this newest beast from the workshop of Firas Abu-Jaber, I immediately knew what an accurate model he created.  And like the real race, a LEGO bullet train wouldn't stand a chance.  POWER!

Nismo Nissan GTR 2017

Nismo Nissan GTR 2017

International Harvester Ice Cream Truck

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Check out this tricked-out Metro van by our old pal Firas Abu-Jaber.  It has all the features you'd expect, like a flip up window, opening back door, sliding side door, and removable roof.  But what you might not expect in such a vehicle is that it's sits on some seriously wicked rims.  It's also been lowered in the front, like it was designed for a drag race...  So, Firas, what's under the hood? 

International Harvester Metro

Lamborghini Aventador SuperVeloce

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Our old pal Firas Abu-Jaber is back in action with a serious jaw-dropper!  This 1:16 scale Lambo is a completely new design, and built on commission.  Firas admits, to no surprise, that he built a white one to keep for himself.  Maybe they'll feature this super-car on the next episode of The Grand Tour on Amazon.  In fact, Richard Hammond might even be able to squeeze into this one... 

1 LEGO Lamborghini Aventador SuperVeloce

3 LEGO Lamborghini Aventador SuperVeloce

Where the Rubber Meets the (Brick) Road

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I'll admit that LEGO cars aren't exactly my area of interest -- I'm more of a spaceship, spaceship, spaceship! kinda AFOL. But builders like Andrea Lattanzio, a.k.a. Norton74 on Flickr, make me embarrassed to completely overlook this theme. I mean, look at this scene, titled "'32 Ford 'Tow Rod' at the Garage" from the propped-up roadster to the superb mechanic's tool chest to the checkered tile wall pattern to the boombox on the shelf to the drill press to the "wood" pallet, the attention to detail and the craftsmanship here is simply exquisite. The only thing missing is grease stains on that lovely, 6x6 light gray tiled floor. And I'd bet Andrea will find a way to make those, too!  Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines... 

LEGO Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0

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I've always been a Porsche fan.  My dad had a 356 Cabrio when I was a little kid, but you guessed it, mom made him sell it and get something "safer."  Rats!  But that was a long time ago, and Porsche has come a long way, not only in its production cars, but in its racing division.  What's great about the brand, though, is that after all these years, Porsche design cues are still immediately recognizable.  Fast forward to 2016: Malte Dodowski is clearly a fan as well with this flawless 911 GT3 model. Check out his photostream for all the detail shots!