As the year draws to a close, it’s time to highlight five incredible LEGO sets retiring in 2024. Each one is packed with details, innovative designs, and unique features that make them must-haves for collectors and fans alike. Here’s my countdown, along with some honorable mentions you won’t want to miss!
5. Sanctum Sanctorum
While not officially part of the Modular Buildings series, the Sanctum Sanctorum holds its own with its stunning design and intricate details. This Marvel-themed set includes nine iconic minifigures, such as Doctor Strange, Iron Man, and Spider-Man. Its modular design integrates seamlessly into city layouts, while features like interchangeable wall panels add creative versatility.
Inside, you’ll find Easter eggs, hidden rooms, and a mystical doorway to the multiverse. The iconic Sanctum window on the second floor adds a magical touch, making this set a perfect blend of Marvel fandom and modular innovation.
4. Chinese Family Reunion Celebration
This vibrant set shines with its festive details and cultural authenticity. The exterior features a traditional Yamcha-inspired restaurant, a flower shop, and lantern-adorned street scenes. Inside, the set continues to impress with a fully equipped kitchen and a family dining area complete with chopsticks, a Lazy Susan, and intricate food elements.
With 13 minifigures and its attention to detail, this set stands out as a beautifully immersive experience. Though open-backed, some collectors might choose to buy a second set to create a fully modular build.
3. A-Frame Cabin
The A-Frame Cabin is a showcase of LEGO Ideas ingenuity, combining rustic charm with intricate design. The exterior features stone cladding, printed wooden planks, and clever touches like a towel rack made from a door element. Inside, the cozy cabin is packed with detailed elements like a corner desk, typewriter, and even a mini LEGO Tree House.
The set also includes two side builds—a wildlife-filled autumn tree and a creek with a canoe. With its blend of nature and architecture, this is one of LEGO’s most creative builds in the Ideas range.
2. Typewriter
A true standout in the LEGO Ideas theme, the Typewriter blends nostalgia and engineering brilliance. Its sand-green design mimics a vintage typewriter, complete with working keys and a moving carriage. You can even feed real paper into it!
This set isn’t just a display piece; it’s a functional marvel that brings the past to life. For fans of retro technology and LEGO’s mechanical prowess, this is a must-have.
Honorable Mentions
Before we unveil the top pick, let’s give a nod to these fantastic retiring sets:
- Holiday Main Street: A charming winter scene perfect for festive displays.
- Eldorado Fortress: A nostalgic revival of the classic LEGO Pirates theme.
- Tree House: A beautiful nature-inspired build with interchangeable foliage.
- Auspicious Dragon: A vibrant celebration of Chinese culture and design.
Each of these sets offers something unique, making them worthy of recognition!
1. Hogwarts Express – Collector’s Edition
Topping the list is the Hogwarts Express, a masterpiece for both Harry Potter fans and LEGO enthusiasts. Featuring 20 minifigures representing different Hogwarts eras, this set includes a stunning platform, intricate train tracks, and a detailed locomotive.
The passenger coach boasts three light bricks illuminating iconic scenes from the movies, with corresponding quotes and detailed interiors. While not compatible with LEGO’s train system, this set’s display value and magical details make it an essential addition for fans.
Final Thoughts
These are my top picks for retiring LEGO sets in 2024! With such incredible options leaving shelves, now is the time to act if any of these have caught your eye.
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