LEGO fans can get £3 McLaren F1 sets ahead of Silverstone Grand Prix
With all eyes on Silverstone this weekend, Argos has dropped the price of the LEGO Speed Champions McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car, with a way to get it for £2.78
The LEGO McLaren is one of a range of F1 models that can be snapped up at a bargain price this weekend
(Image: Argos )
The best weekend of the year for UK Formula One fans is here, with the spectacle and excitement of the grid heading to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix. British drivers Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Ollie Bearman and Lando Norris will naturally take centre stage, with all eyes on Norris to see if he can win his home race and close the gap between him and team-mate Oscar Piastri at the top of the 2025 drivers championship.
It's a particularly thrilling time for fans of the McLaren team, with the papaya-clad brand from Woking currently leading both the Constructors and Drivers 2025 championships by a significant margin, potentially marking the year when McLaren finally outpaces rival Red Bull and Max Verstappen. Shoppers keen to celebrate their passion for the sport can get currently get discounts on a range of LEGO Speed Champion models at Argos just in time for the big race - and we have a savvy shopping tip to get an iconic McLaren for £2.78.
Argos has already reduced the price of the LEGO Speed Champions McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car from £23 to £18. However, by stacking deals from a money-saving website it's possible to save even more.
Bargain hunters who sign up as new members of deals site TopCashback using this link will get a free signup bonus of £15 on their first qualifying purchase. The LEGO McLaren qualifies for the deal, effectively bringing its price down to £2.78 once you receive the cashback in your account.
Comprising 269 pieces, the set allows you to construct a detailed model of McLaren's MCL28 race car. Once fully assembled, the model measures 20cm in length and 4cm in height, reports the Manchester Evening News.
The LEGO McLaren Speed Champions car is made of 269 pieces.
(Image: Argos )
Motorsport enthusiasts will spot key features on the MCL28, such as the HALO safety bar, the rear DRS wing and broader rear tyres bearing the Pirelli logo. The set also includes a driver minifigure dressed in the distinctive papaya orange racing suit, although it's unclear whether the model represents Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri.
A clever aspect of this model is that the driver can be placed in the seat if the builder wishes. This flexibility allows the model to be used for play or displayed as part of a larger collection making it ideal for fans of all ages.
For those who aren't massive Formula 1 fans but still fancy a quality LEGO race car at a bargain price, the Ferrari F40 model can be obtained using the same deal by following the same steps as above.
LEGO versions of performance cars are a firm favourite with fans of the building bricks and, ahead of Amazon Prime Day which launches on Tuesday, there are some stunning early LEGO deals on some of the most popular models. The LEGO Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance Set is currently discounted by 29% on Amazon, bringing the price down from £189.99 to £134.99.
The LEGO Speed Champions McLaren F1 Team MCL38 Race Car has received 44 reviews on Argos, with the majority awarding a 5-star rating. One review reads: "This McLaren set is quite the mini bit of kit for a Formula 1 enthusiast. Such a detailed set with a lot of thought gone into the design and every tiny piece. The instructions are simple enough that my just 9 year old managed it alone,".
A second reviewer said: "The LEGO McLaren Speed Champions car is an impressive set that combines great quality with an easy and enjoyable building experience. The pieces fit perfectly, and the detailed design captures the essence of a real McLaren. Even beginners will find it simple to assemble."
Meanwhile, another shopper added: "Great looking piece and a fun build. Instructions easy to follow. Plenty of stickers provided for the realistic look. Each pack is individual so the stages of the build are easier to follow. Nicely boxed and presented."
However, some avid LEGO fans expressed dissatisfaction with the number of intricate stickers in the set. One commented: "The one thing that I would like to see Lego change is the stickers. They have some pre printed parts which look great. So why can't they do this with all the parts? ! It would make this Lego set look even better. But as it is, a simple wonky sticker changes the look completely."
Another builder found the construction process challenging, even resorting to adhesive to ensure stability: "It looks great but it is incredibly difficult to get it to stay together. I have many Lego sets and this is the only one that I've had to use glue to get it to stick together."
How to get a LEGO McLaren race car for £2.78 with TopCashback
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Search for Argos on TopCashback, click through and buy the item normally. Get £15 cashback when you spend £15 or more on an item - including the Lego McLaren
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