# Fully Functional Blocked-Car Sets LEGO Launches a New 1466-Piece Set of the Ford GT Model By Amy Duong | Published 2023-01-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-gt-1 References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/421698/LEGO-Zooms-In-With-Ford-GT-Model-Fully-Equipped-With-An-Actual-V6-Engine/) & [click.linksynergy](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=EOSA2dUAYDk&mid=13923&murl=https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/2022-ford-gt-42154&utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-car-concept-series) launches its newest puzzle set that is modeled after the [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann) [GT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-frame-chairs), boasting a similar look to the actual automobile. It is a 1,466-piece set and is designed with intricate detailing down to the V6 engine to allow the car to run. Additional details include the independent suspension to all of the wheels, the front-axle steering, the moving spoiler, the doors, and the hood. The LEGO iteration measures out to be 15 inches long, 7 inches wide, and 3.5 inches tall. It is also compatible with the LEGO Builder app for those to keep track of their progress and have a digital 3D iteration of their puzzle car to visualize the results through the process. Image Credit: LEGO ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Functional Model Sets:** The trend of creating fully functional model sets, especially in the automotive industry, presents opportunities for innovative design and technology applications. - **Interactive Puzzle Sets:** Interactive puzzle sets, such as those compatible with an app, are becoming an increasingly popular trend among hobbyists and collectors. - **Collector LEGO Sets:** The trend of collector LEGO sets is growing, with consumers looking for intricate and detailed designs similar to real-life objects. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry, specifically companies that create building blocks like LEGO, can take advantage of the trend for functional, interactive, and collector sets. - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend for functional model sets by partnering with companies like LEGO to create innovative designs and educate future automobile enthusiasts. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can benefit from the trend for interactive and app-compatible puzzle sets by developing software to enhance the user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Realistic Sports Car Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-car-concept-series.md) - [Car-Inspired Intricate Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-defender.md) - [Car-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-land-rover-defender-90.md) - [Highly-Detailed Race Car Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-mclaren-formula-1-race-car-set.md) - [Hypercar Block Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valkyrie-set.md) - [Build-A-Block Toy Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-champions.md) - [Hypercar-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercarinspired-lego-set.md) - [Block Puzzle Car Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-w14-e-performance.md) - [Sleek Convertible Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-countach-5000-quattrovalvole.md)