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Official Press Release: LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carousel

Post by Toys N Bricks » Thu Apr 27, 2017 2:30 am

The official press release for the LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carousel is now here! This set will be available beginning June 1st, 2017 exclusively at LEGO Brand Stores and LEGO Shop at Home. While it isn't motorized, the Carousel does feature quite a few interesting animal rides. Comes with 7 minifigures. What do you think of this set?

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10257 Carousel

Ages 16+. 2,670 pieces.

US $199.99 - CA $249.99 - DE 179.99€ - UK £159.99 - DK 1499.00 DKK

*Euro pricing varies by country. Please visit shop.LEGO.com for regional pricing.

Discover the fairground’s star attraction with the Carousel!

Experience the majestic Carousel with a wealth of delightful features, including a large textile canopy, ornate reflective rounding boards with blue and gold detailing, reflective center panels, and a 2-tier deck comprising a raised boarding platform with handrail and a main platform with 5 buildable animal rides, including a white swan and 4 moving animals. Turn the crank and see the elephant, tiger, flamingo and frog move up and down as the carousel rotates. This delightful LEGO® Creator Expert model has an iconic elegance that evokes feelings of nostalgia, romance and adventure. Upgrade with LEGO Power Functions for fully motorized operation.



Includes 7 minifigures: a ride operator, mom, dad, boy, girl, grandmother and a granddaughter.
The Carousel features a large textile canopy, ornate, reflective rounding boards with blue and gold detailing, reflective center panels, two-level deck comprising a raised boarding platform with handrail and a main platform with five buildable animal rides, including a white swan and four moving animals: an elephant, tiger, flamingo and a frog.
Also features a sturdy, buildable base for easy transportation.
Buy your ticket at the booth, take the stairs to the boarding platform and choose your favorite animal ride.
Turn the crank and see the elephant, tiger, flamingo and frog move up and down as the carousel rotates.
Enjoy an ice cream, candy or a delicious hot dog as you watch the whirling carousel.
Accessory elements include a camera, ice cream, candy and a hot dog in a bun.
New decorated elements include printed tickets and printed storybook tiles.
Includes lots of molded golden elements, reflective golden labels and medium-blue/dark-blue elements.
Motorize the Carousel with the LEGO® Power Functions 8883 medium motor and 88000 AAA battery box (not included).
Collect and build an entire fairground with the LEGO® Creator Expert 10247 Ferris Wheel.
Measures over 12” (32cm) high, 14” (38cm) wide and 13” (35cm) deep.



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Re: Official Press Release: LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carous

Post by askthelegoguy » Thu Apr 27, 2017 3:20 pm

Haha! I said it would be $200.

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Re: Official Press Release: LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carous

Post by unduli » Thu Apr 27, 2017 5:31 pm

$200 is so steep. It is bigger and more detailed than I thought it was from the other pictures, but that price tag is still too high. It should at least come with the motor!

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Re: Official Press Release: LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carous

Post by legohunter » Thu Apr 27, 2017 9:28 pm

askthelegoguy wrote:Haha! I said it would be $200.
No wonder for this price, it is 2670 pieces. More pieces than I thought based on the calendar image.

I agree that it should come with the motor for this price.

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Re: Official Press Release: LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carous

Post by crazybirdman » Fri Apr 28, 2017 7:51 am

No sound brick?

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Post by Brick & Blue » Sat Apr 29, 2017 7:30 am

There is no nothing besides getting screwed by LEGO's greed like always.

And someone said the price would be $200, but by Price is Right rules you went over!

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Post by dr_spock » Sun Apr 30, 2017 8:51 am

It looks pretty. I am liking the trim.

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Post by askthelegoguy » Sun Apr 30, 2017 1:57 pm

The thing that bothers me the most about the set is the fabric pieces that are used on the top. They stand out way too much.

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Post by Brick & Blue » Sun Apr 30, 2017 7:54 pm

askthelegoguy wrote:The thing that bothers me the most about the set is the fabric pieces that are used on the top. They stand out way too much.
What bugs me is for $200 it has about 150 stickers.

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Re: Official Press Release: LEGO 10257 Creator Expert Carous

Post by legohunter » Wed May 24, 2017 1:42 am

Just finished watching the "speed build" review on YouTube. The build is amazing and the set is looking great. What impressed me the most was the complexity of the underneath mechanism which I don't think it would ever come to my mind. Yes, the set carries stickers and fabrics, but that are not issues anymore. This set must definitely be in my to-buy-list, hands down. Hope to see 3X VIP coming back.

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