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Set 42138 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Technic

LEGO® Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 42138 recreates the American muscle car as a Technic model, built around steering and mechanical detail rather than minifigures. With 544 pieces and 123 unique elements, it's a compact, function-focused build for fans of working models. Black and grey form the bodywork, with lime picking out the car's signature stripe accents.

Set number
42138
Year
2022
Pieces
544
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
123
What can I build with it?

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Parts list 123

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Spare parts (15)

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Description

Built around function, not figures

Like most Technic vehicle sets, 42138 skips minifigures entirely and instead centres on mechanical function: steerable front wheels, visible suspension detail, and engine features that move rather than sit static. Out of 544 pieces, 123 are unique, spread across a build that demonstrates real mechanical principles such as steering linkages and axle suspension at small scale. That approach is aimed squarely at builders interested in how the model works rather than at play scenes involving characters.

A recognisable American muscle car

The Shelby GT500 is a high-performance version of the Ford Mustang, known for its powerful engine and bold styling, including its signature racing stripes. As an officially licensed Technic model, 42138 carries over the car's distinctive silhouette, wide bonnet and low, sporty front end without distorting the proportions. Anyone familiar with the real car will spot details such as the grille shape and low stance that define the GT500 line, even at this smaller Technic scale.

Black, grey and a lime stripe

The bodywork combines black with light and dark bluish grey, giving the model a bold, sporty base tone typical of muscle car styling. Lime picks out targeted accents such as stripe details, a shade that's a genuine factory option on real Shelby models and gives the set its distinctive look. This page lists all 123 unique parts in the set with their colours, useful if you're hunting specific pieces for your own vehicle builds.

Who this set is for

42138 suits builders who enjoy the mechanical side of assembly and prefer a compact, functional vehicle over a purely decorative model. Its size fits comfortably on a desk or shelf next to other Technic cars without taking up much room. If you already own other Technic vehicles, this is a straightforward way to add a well-known American muscle car and compare build approaches across models, or a manageable entry point before tackling a larger Technic vehicle.

FAQ

Does set 42138 include minifigures?
No, in line with most Technic vehicle sets, it has no minifigures and focuses on the mechanical build instead.
How many pieces does the set have?
544 pieces, including 123 unique elements.
Does the model have working features?
Yes, typical Technic features for a set this size include steerable front wheels and visible suspension detail.

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