As an iconic car in the Fast & Furious film franchise, the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) has always been beloved by car enthusiasts and LEGO fans alike. Now, LEGO Technic has released the 2 Fast 2 Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) set (42210), faithfully recreating this legendary vehicle in brick form, allowing builders to craft their own speed legacy.
This LEGO Technic set not only features a highly detailed exterior but also incorporates intricate mechanical elements that showcase the GT-R’s distinctive sporty charm. From its aerodynamic shape to the engine and suspension systems, every detail offers an engaging and challenging build experience.
In this review, we’ll take a closer look at the packaging, parts quality, building experience, and final display performance—providing a comprehensive guide to this LEGO tribute to a classic sports car.
Set Overview
Building Experience
Key Design Highlights
Display and Creative Solutions
Pros and Cons
Summary
Set Overview
Released on June 1, 2025, the LEGO Technic 2 Fast 2 Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) (42210) contains 1,410 pieces and is targeted at adult builders aged 18 and above. It retails for approximately $139.99.
Inspired by the car driven by Brian (played by Paul Walker) in 2 Fast 2 Furious, this model features the signature gray body with blue racing stripes. As part of the licensed Technic series, it’s designed for both automotive enthusiasts and fans of the franchise.
LEGO officially describes the set as "packed with exciting features capturing the spirit of this iconic car." Media reviews also praise it as a "must-have for LEGO collectors and Fast & Furious fans."
Building Experience
The build is moderately challenging for experienced LEGO fans. With 1,410 parts, it requires significant time and attention. As one builder noted: "1,410 pieces will keep you busy for quite a while."
The instructions are divided into multiple phases and should be followed sequentially for optimal results. Careful sorting is essential due to similar colors—gray, blue, and black dominate the palette. Blue stickers and decorative elements also require patient application.
Both paper and digital instructions (via the LEGO Builder app) are available. Key elements like the steering system, front/rear suspension, and piston engine need precise alignment. Movable parts such as the doors and rear wing add complexity but also reward with detailed functionality and a satisfying build. Given its adult-oriented nature, the set is best assembled over multiple sessions.
Key design highlights
(1) Highly restored color and appearance
The set uses a typical gray body with blue racing stripes, which is consistent with the color of the original car in the movie.
There is a red-bottomed GT R logo printed square brick in the middle of the front of the car. The headlights use transparent parts to achieve a realistic effect, and the front bumper has obvious details. The side body is complexly assembled, with large areas of gray curved parts supplemented by multiple blue stickers. The fenders and skirts at the bottom of the car are also decorated with racing patterns. The large-size adjustable spoiler (large rear wing) at the rear is blue, echoing the overall color scheme. The rear of the car is decorated with "Toyo Tires" stickers, and the details are excellent.
(2) Rich movable functions:
As stated by the official, the model is equipped with a movable steering system and front and rear independent suspension. The steering wheel is linked to the front wheels and can turn left and right; the front and rear suspensions are realized by spring shock absorbers, which adds a real shock absorption effect to the model.
Opening the front hood, you can see the 6-cylinder engine inside. The pistons can move up and down as the tires rotate, and the details are very vivid. The left and right doors can be opened to reveal the interior details. Behind the rear seats are three NOS nitrous oxide bottles, recreating the plot of the movie. The movable rear wing on the roof can be adjusted up and down to simulate the drift mode (the front of the car body is raised when the drift function is activated).
(3) The first drift function:
The most special feature of this set is that it introduces the first drift function of the LEGO mechanical group.
Through the connecting rod structure at the rear of the car body, players can manually lift the front of the car body to slightly lift the front of the car to simulate the effect of tail-swinging. It should be noted that this mechanism is mainly used to demonstrate drifting actions. In fact, to truly control drifting on the ground, additional driving force components are required.
Overall, the structure of 42210 not only ensures the similarity of the appearance, but also realizes multiple mechanical functions. It can be said that it combines details and new gameplay.
Display and creative solutions
This model itself is an excellent display collection: it is about 41 cm long when completed, and it highly restores the shape of the movie sports car. Lego officials also called it "an eye-catching display piece and a great gift for Fast and Furious fans." It is recommended to place the finished product in the center of a display cabinet or bookshelf, and use LED table lights or spotlights to illuminate the front grille and engine compartment from below, highlighting the transparent headlights and mechanical details.
We can create a theme scene for our car, such as matching a gray base plate and road bricks to simulate a night city street or racing scene, and add ambient lighting to create a movie atmosphere. You can also match a small amount of blue lights or a blue base plate at the rear of the car to echo the paint color.
This set can be displayed in combination with other "Fast and Furious" themed LEGO sets. For example, the classic model Dominic's Dodge Hurricane (42111) is also very popular as part of the same series. The two can be put together to form a series collection; you can also refer to the pink Honda S2000 (Suki) version, the Speed Champions R34 (319 pieces) and other small car models in the LEGO Speed Champions series, or other sports car sets to form a multi-car display. Although the styles are different, they are both movie fan models, and displaying them together can form a "movie-themed car show."
Comprehensive review of advantages and disadvantages
Advantages:
Details are highly restored: silver gray + blue color, iconic car stickers, GT-R logo, tail wing and other details are consistent with the movie prototype.
Rich functions: It has multiple functions such as movable steering, front and rear suspension, openable doors, adjustable tail wing, 6-cylinder pistons are movable, and 3 NOS bottles are placed in the rear cabin.
The first drift innovation: the introduction of the first drift function of the mechanical group can simulate the head-up tail swing of the racing car, and the gameplay is novel.
High adult collection value: The set is positioned for adults and has excellent display effects. The official calls it a "eye-catching display piece."
Rich assembly experience: 1410 parts are large, the assembly process is highly challenging, and the sense of accomplishment is strong after completion.
Disadvantages:
High price: The price is about RMB 10,000 in New Taiwan dollars, which may be expensive for players with limited budgets.
Emphasis on display: Positioned as a collection set, it lacks electronic accessories such as power motors, and the actual playability is not as strong as creative toys. The drift function needs to be operated manually and is only used for static display actions.
Complex assembly: There are many types of components (a lot of Technic beams and panels), which is not very friendly to beginners, and the assembly is time-consuming and requires high patience.
Not suitable for children: The model is large and suitable for adult collection. It is not a children's game set, does not contain minifigures, and needs to be handled with care when playing.
Compared with LEGO 76917
LEGO Technic 42210 and Speed Champions 76917 are both inspired by Brian's Nissan GT-R (R34) in "2 Fast 2 Furious", but they have very different styles. Technic 42210 focuses more on mechanical structure and building challenges, suitable for players who like engineering sense; while 76917 is known for its small scale and high restoration, suitable for players who build quickly and play easily.
At the same time, the Technic set emphasizes structural logic and operating experience, such as small mechanisms such as steering systems, which are more display-oriented; Speed Champions pays more attention to exterior decals and detail proportions, and also comes with a Brian minifigure, taking into account both collection and playability, suitable for daily play and display.
The two sets have similar number of parts and the same price, but they represent two aesthetics of the LEGO racing theme. Technic has a more engineering mechanical feel, while Speed Champions has more character feelings and appearance restoration. For GT-R fans, both are wonderful collectibles.
Conclusion
LEGO 42210 R34 GT-R has a strong appeal to both car fans and LEGO fans with its highly restored appearance and rich mechanical functions. The official emphasized that it satisfies the "desire for high-performance vehicles" and brings a rich building experience; the media called it a "must-have" for movie fans and LEGO collectors.
In terms of completion, its color and shape are consistent with the image of the movie, the functional design is innovative (the first drift mechanism), the building process is challenging, and the display effect is excellent. For players who like mechanical groups and movie themes, this set is a very fulfilling building project and has a high collection value.
Taking into account its price and target audience, if you are a fan of the Fast and Furious series or a senior LEGO player who pursues technological innovation, then this Skyline GT-R is definitely worth buying; otherwise, you can consider purchasing it according to your personal interests and budget.
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