Remember them gumball machines what was at supermarkets and the like?
Yer drop in a piece o’ eight, give the knob a hearty twist, and hey presto, out tumbles some gum… or maybe even a capsule containing a wee toy.
If yer a young whippersnapper, yer may not be familiar with these…
Well, this be the LEGO version of that. …
Containing 1,343 pieces, the set holds a working contraption that allows ye to experience the mechanics of a real gachapon machine.
16 new minifigures inspired by classic LEGO themes
So after yer drop in a LEGO coin, give the handle a twist, out pops one of 16 minifigures, inspired by the depths of LEGO history.
Joining the two new pirates be minfigs hailing from other legendary LEGO themes — Space, Castle, Paradisa, and even Fabuland.
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- Front of the box
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- Back of the box
The official webpage states:
Hark back to simpler times and create vintage-style decor with this Minifigure Vending Machine building kit for adults (21358). A top creative gift for men, women and lovers of retro art and design, this LEGO® Ideas set challenges you to recreate the look and functionality of a classic vending machine. Build and display your creation, insert a LEGO coin element in the slot and turn the handle to release 1 of 16 capsules – the handle clicks when turned, just like the real thing.
Here be the mechanics of the device
The official webpage continues:
You’ll find the elements to build a collectible LEGO minifigure in each capsule, including 4 selected via a LEGO Ideas fans’ poll. There are minifigures paying homage to classic LEGO themes and sub-themes such as Castle, Paradisa and Fabuland®, plus minifigures of this set’s fan designer, space explorers and more.
And this be what comes out…
The vending machine itself be a mighty structure, standing 28 cm (11 in.) tall, 17 cm (6.5 in.) wide, and 21 cm (8.5 in.) deep.
Store your minifigs in balls just like Pokémon
Come 4 June, 2025, this set be up for grabs, but LEGO Insiders be getting first dibs on 1 June, 2025.
Price: US $179.99 / €169.99 / £149.99 / AU$249.99
New Pirate Minifigures
In case yer missed the news, the set includes new versions of Bo’Sun Will and Camilla.
What say ye, matey — shall we set sail for a closer look at the pirate minifigures aboard?
What Do Yer Think?
Will ye be procuring 21358 Vending Machine?
Is it worth acquiring just for the new LEGO Pirate minifigures?
Yer very own vending machine – ye keep 100% of the profits!
Or be there other minifigures in the selection what catch yer peepers? Or will yer be acquirin’ the figs via other merchants?
Share yer opinions and acquisition strategies in ye auld LEGO Pirates Forum and Classic Pirates Facebook Group!
