BMW M Motorsport and LEGO team up to create a new Speed Champions set

BMW M Motorsport and LEGO have announced a new model set that will appeal to racing fans of all ages. The set, which is part of the LEGO Speed Champions series, features two current BMW M Motorsport competition cars: the BMW M Hybrid V8 and the BMW M4 GT3. These two racers will compete in events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June 2024. The set consists of 676 pieces and includes two racing driver minifigures. It will be available from March 4, 2024, at a price of $54.99.

The BMW M Hybrid V8 and the BMW M4 GT3 in LEGO form

The new model set is a faithful reproduction of the original cars, with authentic design details such as the characteristic BMW M Motorsport paintwork, the prominent diffuser elements, the eye-catching spoilers, and the detailed interior. The roofs of the miniatures can be removed to allow the racing driver figures to be placed in the cockpit. The models also have realistic features, such as the hybrid system of the BMW M Hybrid V8 and the adjustable rear wing of the BMW M4 GT3.

The set is not only a fun building and playing experience but also a collector’s item that showcases the engineering expertise of BMW M and the creativity of LEGO. The models can also be viewed in 3D, zoomed, and rotated using the LEGO Builder app.

The BMW M Hybrid V8 and the BMW M4 GT3 in real life

The BMW M Hybrid V8 and the BMW M4 GT3 are the latest icons of BMW M Motorsport, the racing division of BMW M. BMW M Motorsport is returning to international prototype racing with the BMW M Hybrid V8, which will compete in the new GTP category of the IMSA series and the FIA World Endurance Championship. The car is powered by a hybrid system that combines a V8 engine with an electric motor, delivering over 700 horsepower.

The BMW M4 GT3 is the successor of the BMW M6 GT3, which has won numerous races and championships around the world. The car is based on the BMW M4 road car but has extensive modifications to meet GT3 regulations. The car has a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with twin turbochargers, producing over 500 horsepower. The car also has a new chassis, aerodynamics, and electronics.

Both cars have been developed and tested extensively by BMW M Motorsport, with the involvement of professional drivers such as Augusto Farfus, Philipp Eng, and Bruno Spengler. The cars will make their racing debut in 2024 to achieve success in the most prestigious endurance races in the world.

The new model set from BMW M Motorsport and LEGO is a perfect example of how two brands can collaborate to create a product that combines passion, innovation, and quality. The set offers a unique opportunity for racing enthusiasts to build and play with two of the most advanced and exciting cars in motorsports while also learning about the technology and history behind them. The set is a must-have for fans of BMW M Motorsport and LEGO and anyone who loves cars and racing.