Speed Racer & Snake Oiler
other • 242 pcs
- Set number
- 8158-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 242
- Original RRP
- $19.99
- Released
- 2008
- Theme
- Other
- Minifigures
- 2
- Barcode
- 5702014521315
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Where it came from
Released in 2008 as part of a tie-in line for the Wachowski sisters' live-action Speed Racer film, the Speed Racer & Snake Oiler set, numbered 8158-1, captures the high-stakes rivalry between the titular protagonist and the corporate-sponsored antagonist. This era of LEGO manufacturing reflected a shift toward cinematic licensing, moving away from traditional space or castle themes to capture the kinetic aesthetic of the movie's futuristic racing world.
The set was designed to mimic the streamlined, exaggerated vehicle designs seen on screen, characterized by their bold color palettes and specialized chassis elements. While the film received a polarizing reception upon its initial theatrical debut, the accompanying LEGO sets gained a following for their unique parts and the inclusion of minifigures that remain distinct within the broader LEGO catalog for their stylized, oversized helmet designs.
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