It amazes me how the Speed Champions team is able to deliver better vehicles year after year! I’ve been blown away by all of this season’s releases. Bought day one with no regrets!
That Solus GT does look far more interesting than I thought, I didn't realise it has an "hourglass" sort of footprint/surface area. I expected it to be rather boxy. Either way, I can't wait to start building these and the other sets in this range, they just look too awesome.
Couldn't agree more with your thoughts on the Solus GT. I built that first to "get it out of the way" and ended up falling in love with it! Spectacularly designed and such a satisfying build. I've already build the rest of the wave (excl the 963) and can comfortably say that this is my favorite set of the bunch. Perhaps only the Pagani comes close, with how satisfying the interior comes together (won't spoil it for you, but there's a tiny detail that makes the steering wheel fit nicely). Nice video as always!
Is it just me or is the F1 LM the hottest road car ever made? I was a fan of it as a 14 year old in 1996, and I’m still a fan of it today. It makes me tingle in all the right places. This Lego set will take pride of place next to my extremely overpriced 1:18 scale model of the same. If Lego wanted to add just one more Easter egg in the build, their driver alternate heads should have included a set of orange headphones for communication, just like the real thing 😁
I think this Lego set is going to be in my favorite memories because my best friend gift it to me at the birthday party yesterday and it was our first time doing something out of school.
The classic, iconic McLaren is knockout from the front at least, superbly made by Lego! So glad they've increased the ”resolution” (width) of the Speed Champions cars some time ago, so much more expressive and realistic!
I am loving the constant increase in detail with these sets! Started my speed champions collection last year and have gotten most of them so far. Just bought all the new releases and they are amazing!
Good job explaining these lego models, I haven’t gotten my hands on this orange model but I will definitely have to change the wheels to all black wheels, and also have to make the other model to all black model instead of all of that white an orange . Thanks again
Not gonna lie I kinda feel bad for the Solus GT. It is such a gorgeous car but the paint scheme LEGO chose makes it looks like a Ninjago car that somehow got lost to the Speed Champions section. IDK why they didn't just go with full white with a single stripe running through the car that like 99% of models of the car use.
Just picked this set up for 30 pounds UK..... 15 pounds per car feels good value and a win- wanted these for ages My son wants the Solus Gt, so its an extra win 🎉 to share with him
The orange car is really driving me crazy in a bad way. Every trime I try to put the front top on, the wedge disconnects or something else pops off. That entire section needs better stud support. It's horrible.
I've always been a fan of the McLaren F1 and the company in general, this is a must-buy for me, I really like the set, the Solus is pretty cool in itself as well.
Pretty hard to build at least for me it took me 2 hours to finish 1 the Solus gt and around 1.5 hour to finish the other car, and now I am into Lego again
I lucked out and my local target had this set today (its usually completely picked through) and I'm super happy. I'm a big fan of the speed champions series and the F1 LM is my absolute all time dream vehicle. I would have paid the $34 just for the LM itself!
I also got all 2023 sets on day one, the F1 LM is my favorite, I love the source car and the color, it feels unique among the entire theme. But the rest of the 2023 cars are just nice to build, nothing more, nothing exciting. The Ferrari 812 Competizione looks very similar to the Ferrari F8 Tributo. I never heard of Pagani Utopia before (probably was the cheapest for LEGO to license, and most Pagani models are quite similar anyway.). The Porsche 963 and McLaren Solus GT are very niche/obscure (as opposed to so many legendary cars) but again, they probably were cheap to license. The problem here is there are hundreds of legendary cars that LEGO could've turned into Speed Champions, instead, they keep choosing these models that normally you'd pick once you covered all the great ones. Also, I wish they would diversify the car categories more, like they did in the past. Why not a dune buggy, a Baja rally car, a Kart, more movie/game IPs, more classics (50s), lowriders, even some 6 wides re-released as 8wides. I'd love a proper 8 wide 911 or a Nascar. Instead, we just got the most boring year ever, except for the Nissan Skyline and the F1 LM. I want legendary cars and variety.
Personally I have always liked the Solus GT colors and shaping over the just plain orange on the F1 LM. The shaping on the front of the LM kinda reminds me if a countache though. Keep up the great reviews!
I got mine on the 2nd... (for some reason here in Australia, Kmart didn't release them on the 1st... oh well) and i went straight to the F1 build. The Solus i just left in the bags, not being too sold on the idea... but i built it last night and i have to say, it was a real gem! As you say, you really need to build it to appreciate what they've done with it! very cool indeed 👍👍
While the F1 is my favorite of the two cars, I can still appreciate the build, and uniqueness of the Solus. Very similar to the Valkyrie from last year but better realized, and proportioned.
As sexy as the F1 is...the Solus GT is what I really want in this set. I've loved the Vision GT Project cars since day 1 and finally one of them...at least based on one...is in Lego form. Absolutely 1000% psyched to get this set. My dream would be to get most to all of them in Lego form, whether it be Speed Champs, 18+ or Technic.
I’ve been trying to get this set for a while. I was very surprised when I noticed that Lego got the center driver seat of their legendary F1 car correct.
yeah I got this set and the lotus, and prior to that I never bought Lego cars, but I kinda need them for my Ninjago 2042 (the year the world runs out of oil) Sorta makes sense that the only people driving left would have super-cars anyway so yeah...These sets are terrific. The build techniques on these sets blow me away....There are so many things in these sets that work like magic, how is some of it even possible but it is? really like this set and I still don't know how you are getting 2 cars for the low price but hey, I'll take it!
Couldn't agree more about all your criticism's of the LM! Maybe one day we'll get a large sized model that does better, finger's crossed. I'd pay ANY price for that.
Euro zone here and I went and cashed out on this par, expect the delivery on Monday. I'd kinda want to sotp or take a break at that but that damn Pagani and its new wedge pieces look so damn tempting. Seems like a perfect new wedge piece for Attack of the Clones Jedi Starfighter.
Just finished building this today with my girlfriend and made the mistake by having her build the solus and me the f1 not knowing how much technique was needed for the solus but she pushed through with very little help so that made me very happy and we laughed about it after.
I modified mine so it is better very easy mods: made the steering wheel of the gt shorter which fixed the issue. For the f1 Lm i modified the interior for it to barely fit 3 lego figs(the one in the back need to be bald) I also had to change the doors completely.
I'm not a big fan of McLaren, or orange, but these are two really nice looking cars. It is crazy this is $35, when the new price for a single car is $25. The Solus GT doesn't look like it is small on parts or size like an open wheel racer, either.
10:40 Is the new chassis piece the same as the previous one, just with a lower "internal" area? Like could I go back and replace the older version, on previous 8-wide SP cars, with this new one to make the minifigs sit lower/have a little more head room?
I love the Front, Back, Top, Interior, but I agree with you, they really missed on the side, and that OAR..... Does NOT get the job done! Heck, they could of used SNOT with that new C-Pillar triangular piece and gotten a better look on the side if you ask me! That new piece used in this car, combined with the piece from the Solus GT (but in matching Orange) would have created a beautiful side if it looks in reality as I think it would in my mind. Just my thoughts on it and the way I might try to recreate it.
I’m a bit dissatisfied when building it currently as far as the F1. I’ve noticed that somehow I messed up sOmEWhErE because I have a slight gap on the rear bumper and which completely throws me off my enjoyment of building this. Is probable the one flaw that I’m still trying to get through and it’s really wracking my brain trying to figure it out.
I also got this set and while the Solus wasn't exactly thrilling (and I am also biased towards the F1) I have to say it is a better model in person than on pictures/video. But the F1 takes the cake, for me it's the ultimate SC set for now and even thought I'm also not the biggest fan of the side view (I have more an issue with the side scoop though) it's still a great looking model all things considered. I'm not sure it could have been done any better with LEGO (I for sure would not be able to).
I think this price is great for this set, with all of the details on the cars. But about the price thing, the US usually gets the more expensive prices, so this is fair.
That canopy print quality has to be fixed soon! The one shown here is actually not that bad, the one I got is way less saturated. Unacceptable for an otherwise superb set. I also think in terms of graphics design they should have rounded off the side window at the top of the A-pillar. Again, look at that picture of the real car, it doesn't have a sharp corner there. And they have done that type of graphics earlier on the same canopy piece, for the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 for example.
I'm a little disappointed that it's not possible to put three people in the F1. The idea of 8-wide chassis was to include passengers. I'm hoping someone will find a way of adapting the car on Rebrickable. I'll hold out buying it until then.
Lego Speed Champions need to release some movie cars and sets. Mad Max 2, Bond, James Bond. DUEL. also should do a couple GT-HO sets, Phase 1- the legendary Phase 4, also XT, XR, X A, X B and X C. also the 1967 Shelby Mustang GT 500, Mach 1, Boss.
If I were to get more car sets, I prefer the look of the Solus build. The F1 doesn't look very interesting, and it does not feel like the source material to me. The sides are too square and open. Maybe that's just how it comes across in a video though. Disclaimer: I don't follow racing at all, I just see the builds & the real pictures on the box.
I agree that the side view is the worst. I'm not a fan of the use of the oar piece, it doesn't convey the look they are going for, and the black attachment point breaks whatever might have worked.
This is the "F1 LM Pack with a bunch of extra parts". I´ve never even heard of the "Solus GT" before and I don´t care about it after learning about it. Not only that but the Lego model is absolutely unrecognizeable, only the rear section somewhat resembles the real thing.
I didn’t even know what the orange car was, but when i saw the actual car it is based on, it looks absolutely nothing like it. Sure it is Lego but doesn’t look like the actual car.
I'm always surprised about these price discussions, especially between US and Euro prices. When you say "I paid $35 for this" I assume you paid actually more than this, unless you live in one of these states that don't have sale taxes. As far as I know, the Euro price is the price you pay. As a result when people look at the prices in different currencies, they often don't get the full picture. Like the Rivendell set is the "same price" in US and Euro, but no, in my state it will be about $45 more.
The Solus might be an interesting build, but to me, it results in a car that's just not for me. Yes, I don't like the source material. Additionally, we're enteriing 10-wide territory here, which is ridiculous in comparison to the Minifigs. Sell me just the F1, okay?
Was thinking with this new $25 price point for Speed Champions sets, this seems like a downright bargain at $35, however something about the way the GT looks is just too "plain", as you mentioned the studs on the front look in your face and off compared to the F1 which by regards is completely smooth except the near the bottom on the sides, and while yeah it may have some neat building techniques it just looks somewhat wrong.
As a Lego build, the Solus is brilliantly done. I have no clue how they could have done it better. The look, however, is ugglyy! The real thing is okay, but Legofied, it's just not nice looking. But that's not Lego's fault imo.
It amazes me how the Speed Champions team is able to deliver better vehicles year after year! I’ve been blown away by all of this season’s releases. Bought day one with no regrets!
Lego has really upped their game with these Speed Champions sets. The first few waves look clumsy now. Moving to an 8-stud size was a genius move.
That Solus GT does look far more interesting than I thought, I didn't realise it has an "hourglass" sort of footprint/surface area. I expected it to be rather boxy. Either way, I can't wait to start building these and the other sets in this range, they just look too awesome.
Couldn't agree more with your thoughts on the Solus GT. I built that first to "get it out of the way" and ended up falling in love with it! Spectacularly designed and such a satisfying build. I've already build the rest of the wave (excl the 963) and can comfortably say that this is my favorite set of the bunch. Perhaps only the Pagani comes close, with how satisfying the interior comes together (won't spoil it for you, but there's a tiny detail that makes the steering wheel fit nicely).
Nice video as always!
Speed Champions sets have become my new favourite - affordable and absolute dedication from designers. Also thanks for the review Jang!
Is it just me or is the F1 LM the hottest road car ever made? I was a fan of it as a 14 year old in 1996, and I’m still a fan of it today. It makes me tingle in all the right places. This Lego set will take pride of place next to my extremely overpriced 1:18 scale model of the same.
If Lego wanted to add just one more Easter egg in the build, their driver alternate heads should have included a set of orange headphones for communication, just like the real thing 😁
I was also pretty impressed with the GT build. It felt more like building a spaceship than a car.
Would love to see the F1 LM in a Icons size.
I think the Solus has the makings of a Batmobile.
Any new piece, however specialized, is a good thing. Moc builders can use any piece in all sorts of unique ways. Another unique texture piece, great.
knew that the title was meant that way! can't wait to get this set myself, solus sold me by itself.
I think this Lego set is going to be in my favorite memories because my best friend gift it to me at the birthday party yesterday and it was our first time doing something out of school.
The classic, iconic McLaren is knockout from the front at least, superbly made by Lego!
So glad they've increased the ”resolution” (width) of the Speed Champions cars some time ago, so much more expressive and realistic!
This set looks amazing, love the review, definitely shows the complete set, and what to consider, and it definitely made me want it
I am loving the constant increase in detail with these sets! Started my speed champions collection last year and have gotten most of them so far. Just bought all the new releases and they are amazing!
Good job explaining these lego models, I haven’t gotten my hands on this orange model but I will definitely have to change the wheels to all black wheels, and also have to make the other model to all black model instead of all of that white an orange . Thanks again
Not gonna lie I kinda feel bad for the Solus GT. It is such a gorgeous car but the paint scheme LEGO chose makes it looks like a Ninjago car that somehow got lost to the Speed Champions section. IDK why they didn't just go with full white with a single stripe running through the car that like 99% of models of the car use.
I like this wave so much, speed champions in general is an amazing theme.
Just picked this set up for 30 pounds UK..... 15 pounds per car feels good value and a win- wanted these for ages
My son wants the Solus Gt, so its an extra win 🎉 to share with him
So far.this wave looks amazing. My favorites go easily to the utopia and 963
The orange car is really driving me crazy in a bad way. Every trime I try to put the front top on, the wedge disconnects or something else pops off.
That entire section needs better stud support. It's horrible.
I really liked the build for the F1LM Classic. It has a lot of unique build patterns and the end result looks incredibly sleek.
As a SpeedChamp fan completely based on looks... This was my favorite of the new sets, ThisSeason.
Great review! 100% going to pick this one up. Got lucky on the price this go around.
Studdy is exactly what it looks like
I've always been a fan of the McLaren F1 and the company in general, this is a must-buy for me, I really like the set, the Solus is pretty cool in itself as well.
Pretty hard to build at least for me it took me 2 hours to finish 1 the Solus gt and around 1.5 hour to finish the other car, and now I am into Lego again
I lucked out and my local target had this set today (its usually completely picked through) and I'm super happy. I'm a big fan of the speed champions series and the F1 LM is my absolute all time dream vehicle. I would have paid the $34 just for the LM itself!
A single car in Aus is now $32.99 and this double pack is $69.99. Not sure how that works… Great review like always!
I’m very excited for this one!! Thanks for showing off the prototype shape better than the art did
Wow, these are *orange!* Nice!
I really like the set. I will probably do some light modifications to the F1 to make it a street version
Speed Champion builds are great, I'm holding out for an RX7 🤞
I appreciate the build of the Solus but, I still don't like it in LEGO form. The F1 is sick though! I wish they hadn't paired it with the Solus
I truly love this set. Drove 30 minutes to buy it from the only Walmart of the five I go by that had it. Worth it
I also got all 2023 sets on day one, the F1 LM is my favorite, I love the source car and the color, it feels unique among the entire theme.
But the rest of the 2023 cars are just nice to build, nothing more, nothing exciting.
The Ferrari 812 Competizione looks very similar to the Ferrari F8 Tributo.
I never heard of Pagani Utopia before (probably was the cheapest for LEGO to license, and most Pagani models are quite similar anyway.).
The Porsche 963 and McLaren Solus GT are very niche/obscure (as opposed to so many legendary cars) but again, they probably were cheap to license.
The problem here is there are hundreds of legendary cars that LEGO could've turned into Speed Champions, instead, they keep choosing these models that normally you'd pick once you covered all the great ones.
Also, I wish they would diversify the car categories more, like they did in the past. Why not a dune buggy, a Baja rally car, a Kart, more movie/game IPs, more classics (50s), lowriders, even some 6 wides re-released as 8wides. I'd love a proper 8 wide 911 or a Nascar. Instead, we just got the most boring year ever, except for the Nissan Skyline and the F1 LM.
I want legendary cars and variety.
They should make the Lexus LFA.
Personally I have always liked the Solus GT colors and shaping over the just plain orange on the F1 LM. The shaping on the front of the LM kinda reminds me if a countache though. Keep up the great reviews!
Just bought and built this set last night love both of them but really love the F1
LEGO Speed Champions 2023 9+ 76918 McLaren Solus GT & McLaren F1 LM Set
This set is definitely on my list.
I got mine on the 2nd... (for some reason here in Australia, Kmart didn't release them on the 1st... oh well) and i went straight to the F1 build. The Solus i just left in the bags, not being too sold on the idea... but i built it last night and i have to say, it was a real gem! As you say, you really need to build it to appreciate what they've done with it! very cool indeed 👍👍
the Mclaren F1's look , especially the rear, is almost PERFECT to me lol Could care less about the solus GT.
I wish they did a McLaren senna and 720s
While the F1 is my favorite of the two cars, I can still appreciate the build, and uniqueness of the Solus. Very similar to the Valkyrie from last year but better realized, and proportioned.
As sexy as the F1 is...the Solus GT is what I really want in this set. I've loved the Vision GT Project cars since day 1 and finally one of them...at least based on one...is in Lego form. Absolutely 1000% psyched to get this set. My dream would be to get most to all of them in Lego form, whether it be Speed Champs, 18+ or Technic.
Nowadays, I always wait for the unbiased Jangbricks review before I buy anything
I think that F1 LM is nearly perfect. I have absolutely zero interest in the Solus Gt but I am considering buying it just for the F1
Both of these really speak to me. Thank you so much for the review!
I’ve been trying to get this set for a while. I was very surprised when I noticed that Lego got the center driver seat of their legendary F1 car correct.
The prices are fair, it's the economy. Many other items are more expensive in those territories.
yeah I got this set and the lotus, and prior to that I never bought Lego cars, but I kinda need them for my Ninjago 2042 (the year the world runs out of oil) Sorta makes sense that the only people driving left would have super-cars anyway so yeah...These sets are terrific. The build techniques on these sets blow me away....There are so many things in these sets that work like magic, how is some of it even possible but it is? really like this set and I still don't know how you are getting 2 cars for the low price but hey, I'll take it!
Couldn't agree more about all your criticism's of the LM! Maybe one day we'll get a large sized model that does better, finger's crossed. I'd pay ANY price for that.
Euro zone here and I went and cashed out on this par, expect the delivery on Monday. I'd kinda want to sotp or take a break at that but that damn Pagani and its new wedge pieces look so damn tempting. Seems like a perfect new wedge piece for Attack of the Clones Jedi Starfighter.
Just finished building this today with my girlfriend and made the mistake by having her build the solus and me the f1 not knowing how much technique was needed for the solus but she pushed through with very little help so that made me very happy and we laughed about it after.
I modified mine so it is better very easy mods: made the steering wheel of the gt shorter which fixed the issue. For the f1 Lm i modified the interior for it to barely fit 3 lego figs(the one in the back need to be bald) I also had to change the doors completely.
Ive never seen such a beutiful Lego car as that solus, when i first saw the photos i thougt it was total garb but now in just wow… 😅
On the Finnish Lego site this set actually costs 55€ instead of 45€. So 20€ more than in the US. Also the individual cars cost 30€.
Does anyone has an idea why the price in € is significantly higher than the one in dollars? Haven't seen those price differences in a long time
Great review.
First video of yours I ever watched was for the audi quattro speed champions set
Built this last night, trying to install the front part on the orange car when it’s only two studs at an awkward angle to attach was annoying
I'm not a big fan of McLaren, or orange, but these are two really nice looking cars.
It is crazy this is $35, when the new price for a single car is $25. The Solus GT doesn't look like it is small on parts or size like an open wheel racer, either.
10:40 Is the new chassis piece the same as the previous one, just with a lower "internal" area?
Like could I go back and replace the older version, on previous 8-wide SP cars, with this new one to make the minifigs sit lower/have a little more head room?
I love the Front, Back, Top, Interior, but I agree with you, they really missed on the side, and that OAR..... Does NOT get the job done! Heck, they could of used SNOT with that new C-Pillar triangular piece and gotten a better look on the side if you ask me! That new piece used in this car, combined with the piece from the Solus GT (but in matching Orange) would have created a beautiful side if it looks in reality as I think it would in my mind. Just my thoughts on it and the way I might try to recreate it.
Im stuck on page 60 as the 3way stick piece doesn't fit
I’m a bit dissatisfied when building it currently as far as the F1. I’ve noticed that somehow I messed up sOmEWhErE because I have a slight gap on the rear bumper and which completely throws me off my enjoyment of building this. Is probable the one flaw that I’m still trying to get through and it’s really wracking my brain trying to figure it out.
I also got this set and while the Solus wasn't exactly thrilling (and I am also biased towards the F1) I have to say it is a better model in person than on pictures/video. But the F1 takes the cake, for me it's the ultimate SC set for now and even thought I'm also not the biggest fan of the side view (I have more an issue with the side scoop though) it's still a great looking model all things considered. I'm not sure it could have been done any better with LEGO (I for sure would not be able to).
The F1 LM is almost perfect. Best Lego vehicle ever?
Is it just mine ,or the black pieces holding the wing are not straight.Pleass answer
In Australia this set costs $70
I think this price is great for this set, with all of the details on the cars. But about the price thing, the US usually gets the more expensive prices, so this is fair.
That canopy print quality has to be fixed soon! The one shown here is actually not that bad, the one I got is way less saturated. Unacceptable for an otherwise superb set.
I also think in terms of graphics design they should have rounded off the side window at the top of the A-pillar. Again, look at that picture of the real car, it doesn't have a sharp corner there. And they have done that type of graphics earlier on the same canopy piece, for the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 for example.
Great vehicles
I'm a little disappointed that it's not possible to put three people in the F1. The idea of 8-wide chassis was to include passengers. I'm hoping someone will find a way of adapting the car on Rebrickable. I'll hold out buying it until then.
Based on the Solus now than can make Batflecks Batmobile for the speed champions movie cars...
Lego Speed Champions need to release some movie cars and sets. Mad Max 2, Bond, James Bond. DUEL. also should do a couple GT-HO sets, Phase 1- the legendary Phase 4, also XT, XR, X A, X B and X C. also the 1967 Shelby Mustang GT 500, Mach 1, Boss.
The front bumper assembly for the F1 is driving me nuts..... It won't hold together
totally agree, the bird's eye view should be advertised as well
I never cared much for Speed lego serie but these are just awesome
The Solus GT is easily one of my least favorite Speed Champions. Either. 30657 or this one. That F1 is super nice though.
I really like the solus, shame it's in a pack, not that the F1 is bad, I'm simply not interested by it.
$60 Australian. They used to be $20 for one six-stud-wide car. Still worth it, but as you say, not really.
If I were to get more car sets, I prefer the look of the Solus build. The F1 doesn't look very interesting, and it does not feel like the source material to me. The sides are too square and open. Maybe that's just how it comes across in a video though.
Disclaimer: I don't follow racing at all, I just see the builds & the real pictures on the box.
OH No!
I ordered this set for new windscreen in neutral colors
but seeing the car looks so good I'm thinking I'd want to keep it built.
order some of the windscreens from bricklink or bricks and pieces?
@@bt1234567892010 seems to be too new, the windscreen isn't listed for purchase
I agree that the side view is the worst. I'm not a fan of the use of the oar piece, it doesn't convey the look they are going for, and the black attachment point breaks whatever might have worked.
I like the set, but I'm not paying 45 euro to get a Mclaren F1, when I could add another one to my 1:18 collection for that price.
This is the "F1 LM Pack with a bunch of extra parts".
I´ve never even heard of the "Solus GT" before and I don´t care about it after learning about it.
Not only that but the Lego model is absolutely unrecognizeable, only the rear section somewhat resembles the real thing.
Ngl if u black out the car it could make a really cool batmobile
Realy, realy, realt like the Solus car! And i am not even a carperson,lol.
Sideview more closely resembles the 90s lambos
The side view of the F1 almost likes like an R8.
My only real issue is that the F1 LM just looks too boxy at the rear, the rest is pretty nice tho
I heavily agree, I dont understand why Lego is skipping on the shaping to the backs of such cars as this and the Corvette from last year
I didn’t even know what the orange car was, but when i saw the actual car it is based on, it looks absolutely nothing like it. Sure it is Lego but doesn’t look like the actual car.
the Solus GT is a Batmobile and no one can change my mind
I'm always surprised about these price discussions, especially between US and Euro prices. When you say "I paid $35 for this" I assume you paid actually more than this, unless you live in one of these states that don't have sale taxes. As far as I know, the Euro price is the price you pay. As a result when people look at the prices in different currencies, they often don't get the full picture. Like the Rivendell set is the "same price" in US and Euro, but no, in my state it will be about $45 more.
why is this one $35 when the seperate cars are $25? My math ain't mathing...
The Solus might be an interesting build, but to me, it results in a car that's just not for me. Yes, I don't like the source material. Additionally, we're enteriing 10-wide territory here, which is ridiculous in comparison to the Minifigs. Sell me just the F1, okay?
Was thinking with this new $25 price point for Speed Champions sets, this seems like a downright bargain at $35, however something about the way the GT looks is just too "plain", as you mentioned the studs on the front look in your face and off compared to the F1 which by regards is completely smooth except the near the bottom on the sides, and while yeah it may have some neat building techniques it just looks somewhat wrong.
As a Lego build, the Solus is brilliantly done. I have no clue how they could have done it better. The look, however, is ugglyy! The real thing is okay, but Legofied, it's just not nice looking. But that's not Lego's fault imo.