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LEGO - Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 42143
Average customer rating
4.2
(85 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 85 reviews
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Star
7
81%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for LEGO - Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 42143
Customer Rating
4
Red Ferrari
on April 26, 2023
Posted by: Ronald R.
I have learned to appreciate these sets since the orange Porsche 911 GT3. I like the technicalities and the working mechanical components that came with the set. I experienced a couple of things, with regards to packaging, and pieces, to be more specific, during the build that I did not observe with the other previous three (i.e., Porsche, Bugatti, and Lamborghini). The issues had to do with the instructions and the location of the pieces where I had to go against what was indicated since, I believe, it was instructing incorrectly. Additionally, I had to go to other out of number bags (i.e., Bag 4 pieces found in Bag 3) to find pieces as indicated in the instruction.
First, the Pros:
- As with the other similar sized kits, in the same category as this one, the build is quite extensive and, if you're a Lego hobbyist, it is one that is severely enjoyable.
- There is a great similarity, to the actual life-size vehicle.
- As an auto enthusiast, I love the size of the wheels and tires.
- Real, working doors (again, just like in the real vehicle) is a plus, but.... (more on this in the Cons section below).
- Functioning engine and gearbox.
- I realize and understand, the red paint is standard for Ferrari vehicles but it looks great on this set.
- This particular set likely has the best shock absorbing part and assembly out of all the other similar kits before it.
- As with the other similar sized kits, in the same category as this one, the build is quite extensive and, if you're a Lego hobbyist, it is one that is severely enjoyable.
- There is a great similarity, to the actual life-size vehicle.
- As an auto enthusiast, I love the size of the wheels and tires.
- Real, working doors (again, just like in the real vehicle) is a plus, but.... (more on this in the Cons section below).
- Functioning engine and gearbox.
- I realize and understand, the red paint is standard for Ferrari vehicles but it looks great on this set.
- This particular set likely has the best shock absorbing part and assembly out of all the other similar kits before it.
Now, and unfortunately, the Cons:
- While they include a hood strut for the front baggage trunk, the engine cover/hood (not sure what it's called since the engine is in the rear) would have worked better having one as well. The front hood or baggage trunk don't necessarily need one but, and more importantly, the rear hood is more deserving of one because it tends to close on its own every now and then when opened and when the lift support mechanisms are not engaged fully or correctly.
- The doors, as the other similar kits before it, could have been built better. The mechanism works well but it is just a bit flimsy and feels as though the entire assembly may just fall off when opening and closing the doors. Additionally, the top portion of both doors, where the glass windows would have been if it was in real life, have a huge hole in it. The hole could have really used some covering but it is just left opened with the internal parts easily seen through it.
- While I do love the wheels and tires, (and this is a same complaint I have with the other similar kits), the turning radius is atrocious. Granted this is not a set one would really play with but it is really horrible at turning. I get that the tires have to be of a certain width, but they really should take that into consideration to make sure there is ample space for them to turn. Also, there is no engine in the front so there should be enough space for the wheels to turn in or out.
- Lastly, where's the bag? All the other similar kits before it came with a bag and all of a sudden, this one has none?
- While they include a hood strut for the front baggage trunk, the engine cover/hood (not sure what it's called since the engine is in the rear) would have worked better having one as well. The front hood or baggage trunk don't necessarily need one but, and more importantly, the rear hood is more deserving of one because it tends to close on its own every now and then when opened and when the lift support mechanisms are not engaged fully or correctly.
- The doors, as the other similar kits before it, could have been built better. The mechanism works well but it is just a bit flimsy and feels as though the entire assembly may just fall off when opening and closing the doors. Additionally, the top portion of both doors, where the glass windows would have been if it was in real life, have a huge hole in it. The hole could have really used some covering but it is just left opened with the internal parts easily seen through it.
- While I do love the wheels and tires, (and this is a same complaint I have with the other similar kits), the turning radius is atrocious. Granted this is not a set one would really play with but it is really horrible at turning. I get that the tires have to be of a certain width, but they really should take that into consideration to make sure there is ample space for them to turn. Also, there is no engine in the front so there should be enough space for the wheels to turn in or out.
- Lastly, where's the bag? All the other similar kits before it came with a bag and all of a sudden, this one has none?
Overall, and while I do have a few "did-not-likes" with the set, it is still a good addition and displays well with the others. Would I recommend it? I can, only to those that really are keen on collecting each and every one of these that they release. If you're in the market for one of these, I would suggest the Porsche or the Bugatti, even the Lamborghini before it as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
My first sports car
on June 4, 2023
Posted by: Mr.Fox
I didn't imagine that I can have this set added to my vintage cars and Batmobile collection. But if a 47% discount from a certain reseller comes up. You can't pass up for this kind of opportunity. Great build by far, rare parts for future projects. What more can you ask for?
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Ferrari Daytona, Worth It?
on January 7, 2024
Posted by: DogWokker
The Ferrari Daytona was an excellent build, with several enticing factors, that was an awesome build. One factor that lead me to buying this Lego Set, was the design of the exterior and interior of the car. In addition, the car had several functioning mechanisms. Overall, this set was a great build, and I highly recommend it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
A bit confusing
on August 23, 2025
Posted by: Bear21
Verified Purchase:No
I've built over 100 lego kits and this one is the only one that had me scratching my head enough times that I'd have to walk away for a day or two to get a different perspective before going on. Overall fun and challenging to build. I was trying to register this model like I've done with the rest of my collection but can't find it anywhere unless it's buried deep in one of the books. Any ideas where it is?
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
3
Very flimsy
on June 30, 2022
Posted by: ChiefExcellentSamukai
Not sure if its just me or the whole build feels flimsy too me. Not having a roof makes you feel like you might snap it in half. Many parts are held by a single pin. Things don’t line up either. This is my first “super car technic” build, not sure if other cars are like this too.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
2
Terrible Build
on December 9, 2022
Posted by: ForcefulSpinach086
I have done every large scale Technic super car, the Titanic, Harry Potter castle and many more. This is EASILY the most frustrating build I’ve done. The instructions are terrible and you’re just left looking at YouTube to figure it out. You would think something this expensive would have the correct instructions. I was set to get the Eiffel Tower for my daughter and I to build but this set has turned me off to LEGO almost entirely.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from LEGOBy Michael, LEGO® Customer Service, December 10, 2022
We're sorry to hear your building experience didn't go as expected. We're always here to help at LEGO.build/Service-BV.
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Good
on September 13, 2022
Posted by: HandsomeYak074
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It was all good but it didn't come with a brick separater
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
1
Worst build I've ever done
on March 3, 2025
Posted by: Josiah1986
Verified Purchase:No
As an adult man, I have been building legos since I was a toddler. I am an expert builder. This has been by far the WORST build I've ever done. I built the McClaren and the Lamborghini EASILY and had no problems. This build has had several missing parts, incorrect instructions, missing instructions, etc. Just AWFUL. If this was my first Technic build, I'd probably never purchase Technics again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO