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Ferrari SF-24 made of 562,000 Lego bricks

Since 1949, the Danish company Lego has been producing interlocking bricks from which we can build various objects. Over time, they have become sophisticated so that we can create different cars even in full size. In early 2024, we saw a Ferrari 296 GTS made of Lego bricks, and now the company has presented a replica of the Ferrari SF-24 made of 562,000 bricks.

The Ferrari SF-24 is a Formula 1 car that was driven by Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz during the 2024 season. The replica was designed by Riccardo Zangelmi, the only Italian LEGO certified professional who did not leave out a single detail during his work, from aerodynamics to all 80 logos that are on the original car, and it took him 1,200 hours of work.

The F1 car took over 100 hours to assemble and only used colored bricks.

Of course, Lego has also released a smaller 1:8 scale version made up of 1,361 bricks. This one doesn’t skimp on the original car’s detailing either, and even comes with a two-speed gearbox, a V6 engine with a rotating MGU-H unit, an adjustable rear wing, and moving wheels. The price of this set is $229.99.

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One of a kind Ferrari Daytona SP3 is for sale

In 2021, Ferrari presented the Daytona SP3, one of the most aerodynamically efficient models ever built. Only 599 units were produced and one of them, the only one finished in BP Green and with the signatures of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, is for sale.

The car is currently in the F1rst Motors showroom in Dubai. It is an extraordinary car that will attract the attention of collectors with deep pockets, and its value is estimated at more than 5.5 million euros.

The Daytona SP3 is built from lightweight materials such as carbon fiber and Kevlar. It is equipped with a new induction and exhaust system, vertical bars at the rear that extend the entire length. There’s also a rear spoiler under which the rear lights are fitted, as well as exhaust pipe ends that give the car a more aggressive look.

When it comes to the drivetrain, the car is powered by a 6.5-liter V12 engine from the 812 Competizione with 828 hp (617 kW) and 514 lb-ft (697 Nm) of torque, mounted behind the passenger compartment. For faster gear changes, the engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in less than 3 seconds with a top speed of 211 mph (340 km/h).

Source: F1rst Motors

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One of a kind Ferrari Daytona SP3 is for sale
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Buying expensive cars in the US has become risky

Buying a new car in the United States has become risky, especially if the car is being shipped long distances. Delivery can take a long time, and car thieves use this to steal expensive models. One such case occurred recently when a Rolls-Royce Dawn convertible worth $ 300,000 was stolen.

The car was purchased in Florida and was supposed to be delivered to a buyer in Detroit. However, the Rolls-Royce Dawn never arrived, despite being purchased on January 18. The buyer, Nader Eldamouni, was left without a car that he wanted to add to his collection of cars that includes Lamborghinis, Rolls-Royce Phantoms and Mercedes-Benz G-Classes.

In 2024, a thief broke into the systems of the delivery company Dealer’s Choice Auto Transport, and saw the delivery schedule and contact information of the drivers. “The criminal hacked the driver’s portal and knew which vehicles were being transported and where they were being transported. He contacted the driver posing as the customer and gave him new information with instructions on where to deliver the car,” Steven Yariv told WSVN.

The thief stole several luxury cars in this way, such as a Mercedes GLS600 Maybach ($200,000) and a Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV ($400,000).

Unfortunately, these are not the only cases, as a similar incident also occurred with a Houston customer who bought a Ferrari in New York, but it was delivered to an unknown person in Miami.

Source: WSVN-TV via YouTube, Photo: EPA-EFE