Recreate one of the most recognisable cars from the original The Fast and the Furious movie with the LEGO Technic Fast & Furious Mitsubishi Eclipse 42229. Inspired by Brian O'Conner's iconic street-racing car from the 2001 film, this detailed building set captures the excitement of the Fast & Furious franchise.
Featuring 827 pieces, the model includes authentic movie-inspired styling, custom racing details, functional steering, an engine with moving pistons and two NOS bottles stored in the boot.
Designed for builders aged 14 and over, the completed Mitsubishi Eclipse measures approximately 31cm long, making it an excellent collectible for LEGO Technic enthusiasts, Fast & Furious fans and Japanese sports car lovers.
🔧 Product Details
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Specification
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Details
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Product
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Fast & Furious Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Manufacturer
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LEGO
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Collection
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LEGO Technic
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Set Number
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42229
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Franchise
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Fast & Furious
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Film Inspiration
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The Fast and the Furious (2001)
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Vehicle
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Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Product Type
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Car Building Set
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Recommended Age
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14+
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Number of Pieces
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827
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Assembled Length
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Approx. 31cm
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Assembled Width
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Approx. 13cm
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Assembled Height
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Over 9cm
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Steering
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Functional, Top-Mounted Control
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Engine
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Moving Pistons
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Bonnet
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Opening
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Doors
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Opening
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Boot
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Opening
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Special Details
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2 NOS Bottles
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Design
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Movie-Inspired Custom Paintwork
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Building App
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LEGO Builder
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Collaborative Building
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Build Together Mode
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✨ Key Features
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Official LEGO Technic Mitsubishi Eclipse 42229
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Inspired by the original The Fast and the Furious film
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Designed for builders aged 14+
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Recreates Brian O'Conner's famous Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Authentic custom paintwork and racing modifications
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Functional steering controlled by a top-mounted knob
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Detailed engine with moving pistons
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Opening bonnet, doors and boot
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Includes two NOS bottles in the boot
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Finished model measures approximately 31cm long
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Realistic LEGO Technic engineering mechanisms
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LEGO Builder app with collaborative Build Together mode
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Ideal for Fast & Furious and Japanese sports car collections
🏎️ Brian O'Conner's Iconic Mitsubishi Eclipse
The Mitsubishi Eclipse holds a special place in Fast & Furious history.
Featured in the original 2001 film, the car is driven by Brian O'Conner, portrayed by Paul Walker, during the early days of the franchise's street-racing storyline.
Its distinctive custom styling and racing modifications helped make it one of the most memorable vehicles from the first movie.
The LEGO Technic Mitsubishi Eclipse 42229 celebrates this iconic car with a detailed brick-built interpretation, capturing its unmistakable movie-inspired appearance.
⚙️ Realistic LEGO Technic Engineering
This LEGO Technic model offers more than just an impressive exterior.
Builders can explore several mechanical features inspired by real automotive engineering:
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Functional steering: Turn the knob on top of the model to steer the car.
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Moving engine pistons: Open the bonnet to reveal the detailed engine mechanism.
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Opening doors: Explore the interior and its racing-inspired details.
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Opening boot: Discover the two NOS bottles stored inside.
These features make the building experience engaging while introducing the mechanical principles behind vehicle design.
🔥 Authentic Fast & Furious Movie Details
The LEGO Fast & Furious Mitsubishi Eclipse includes recognisable design elements inspired by the original film.
Its custom paintwork and driver modifications recreate the distinctive appearance associated with Brian O'Conner's street-racing car.
Inside the boot, two NOS bottles reference the nitrous oxide systems featured in the franchise's memorable racing scenes.
The combination of movie-inspired styling and functional details makes this model particularly appealing to fans who enjoy recreating their favourite automotive moments.
🧱 An Exciting 827-Piece Building Experience
With 827 pieces, the LEGO Technic Mitsubishi Eclipse offers a rewarding construction project for teenagers and adult enthusiasts.
Assemble the bodywork, steering system, engine and interior while discovering how LEGO Technic mechanisms work together.
The set also supports the LEGO Builder app, including Build Together mode, which allows friends and family to collaborate on the same model using their own devices.
This makes the Mitsubishi Eclipse an enjoyable project to build independently or share with fellow Fast & Furious fans.
📏 Detailed 31cm Display Model
Once assembled, the LEGO Mitsubishi Eclipse measures:
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Dimension
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Measurement
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Length
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Approx. 31cm
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Width
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Approx. 13cm
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Height
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Over 9cm
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Its substantial size and recognisable styling make it an attractive display piece for a bedroom, gaming setup, office or LEGO car collection.
The functional steering, opening panels and moving engine components also provide interactive features to explore after assembly.
📦 What's in the Box?
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Components to Build the Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Functional Steering Components
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Engine Components with Moving Pistons
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Opening Bonnet, Door and Boot Components
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Movie-Inspired Bodywork and Racing Details
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Building Instructions with LEGO Builder App Support
The set builds one Mitsubishi Eclipse model. Assembly is required.
🏁 Expand Your LEGO Fast & Furious Collection
The LEGO Technic Fast & Furious Mitsubishi Eclipse 42229 is a great addition to any collection of movie-inspired performance cars.
Display it alongside the LEGO Technic Toyota Supra MK4 42204 or Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) 42210 to celebrate three of Brian O'Conner's most recognisable vehicles.
Together, these models create an impressive tribute to the Fast & Furious franchise and Japanese street-racing culture.
Additional LEGO sets are sold separately.
🎁 Perfect For
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Fast & Furious movie fans
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Mitsubishi Eclipse enthusiasts
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Brian O'Conner and Paul Walker fans
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Japanese sports car and JDM enthusiasts
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Automotive engineering enthusiasts
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Birthday and Christmas gifts for car lovers
⭐ Why You'll Love It
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Recreates the iconic Fast & Furious Mitsubishi Eclipse
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827-piece LEGO Technic building experience
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Authentic movie-inspired custom paintwork
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Functional steering with top-mounted control
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Detailed engine with moving pistons
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Opening bonnet, doors and boot
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Two NOS bottles inspired by the film
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Impressive finished length of approximately 31cm
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Collaborative building through the LEGO Builder app
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An excellent collectible for Fast & Furious enthusiasts
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