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Set 30735 Hot Rod Car
Technic

Hot Rod Car

Technic set 30735, Hot Rod Car, builds a compact hot rod from 83 pieces with no minifigure, putting the focus squarely on genuine Technic mechanics. Black and light bluish grey form the frame, with red and dark bluish grey adding accents. With 33 different elements, the build stays compact but technically engaging.

Set number
30735
Year
2026
Pieces
83
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
33
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 33

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (6)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

Engineering over brick-building

Unlike classic brick models, Technic relies on beams, axles and connector pins rather than plain studded bricks. With 33 different elements, set 30735 shows how a comparatively small number of parts can still produce a sturdy little vehicle with a recognisable hot rod silhouette. For newcomers to Technic, this is a good way to learn the system's typical building techniques without having to tackle a large, complex model straight away. Despite its compact size, the finished vehicle stays sturdy enough for genuine hands-on play.

A vehicle with no figure attached

The set does not include a minifigure, focusing entirely on the vehicle itself. For fans who value Technic mainly for its mechanics and distinctive shapes, that is not a drawback but the actual appeal of the set. As a result, the hot rod works well as a standalone collectible displayed alongside other Technic vehicles, with no need to build a wider play scene around it. Builders who prefer engineering over storytelling will find that focus is exactly the point.

Black, grey and a touch of red

Black and light bluish grey form the technical base of the model, while dark bluish grey adds extra structure and red supplies a clear accent colour on the bodywork or details. That combination is typical of many Technic vehicles and emphasises a mechanical, functional look rather than a colourful toy aesthetic. The parts list on this page shows exactly how the 33 elements are distributed across the four colours, with red kept deliberately sparse as an accent rather than a base tone.

Parts for your own Technic builds

With 33 different elements, the set provides useful base material for small custom Technic vehicles, including axles, connectors and wheels that carry over well into other models. Checking the parts list on this page before buying makes it easy to see which Technic specialty pieces are included and whether they suit an existing collection. That makes it a practical parts base for smaller modifications or original builds beyond the official instructions, especially since Technic wheels and axles are often compatible across several sets.

FAQ

Does set 30735 include a minifigure?
No, the set focuses entirely on the vehicle and comes without a minifigure.
Who is this Technic set suited to?
Newcomers to Technic building techniques and fans of compact vehicles with real mechanical detail.
What colours define the hot rod?
Black and light bluish grey form the base, with dark bluish grey and red accents added.

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