LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine brings a treasure trove of nostalgia and 16 minifigs
Minifigure fans are in for a treat when LEGO Icons 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine arrives this June. LEGO pulled out all the stops in celebrating popular themes from the past, including Fabuland, Paradisa, Pirate, Classic Space, and of course, Castle. Even the set’s fan designer gets the minifig treatment! The set contains 16 minifigures in total, some of which are duplicates, but I doubt many will mind as they’re the ones fans could vote on and are likely to be the most popular figures: Classic spacemen in teal and gold, and perhaps most excitingly, two new Castle Factions – Kraken and Griffon factions. Of course you’re not just getting 16 figures with the set. Most of the 1,343 parts go towards the fully-functional retro vending machine in cherry red. It’s a very fancy Kraken Knight delivery device that no doubt many LEGO fans will have fun filling with custom gachapon prizes. LEGO Icons 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine will be available early to LEGO Insiders on June 1 and to everyone else from June 6 for US $179.99 | CAN $219.99 | UK £149.99.
LEGO Icons 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine | 1,343 Pieces | Available to LEGO Insiders June 1, to all on June 6 US $179.99 | CAN $219.99 | UK £149.99
Here’s the full press release from the LEGO Group (no coin necessary!)
Turn Back Time with the Retro-Inspired LEGO® Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine Set
20th May 2025: The LEGO Group has announced the launch of the LEGO® Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine set; a retro-inspired building set that brings a blast from the past to life in brick form. Designed for adults who love vintage style, creative design, and classic LEGO charm, this buildable vending machine is a conversation-starting display piece.
With 1,343 pieces, this collectible set invites fans to take a trip down memory lane. Simply insert the included LEGO coin, turn the handle, and release one of 16 colorful capsules, each containing bricks to build a minifigure. Each figure is a delightful surprise, featuring nostalgic themes like Castle, Paradisa, and Fabuland, as well as Classic Space explorers and even the LEGO Ideas Fan Designer who uploaded the product idea to www.ideas.LEGO.com
This functional brick-built vending machine enhances the excitement of the blind bag concept, captivating audiences with the thrill of discovery. It offers dedicated collectors exclusive, nostalgic minifigures while providing an engaging building experience, making it an ideal gift for both passionate enthusiasts and casual builders.
The LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine set was submitted by Belgium-based Fan Designer, Rob Vangansewinkel, as part of the LEGO Ideas programme. LEGO Ideas allows fans to submit product ideas, which are then voted for by the community before being considered to be made into a real LEGO set. Talking about his design, Rob said, “As a kid, I had a real vending machine at home and loved it – so the idea of creating a working LEGO brick version that dispenses minifigures just clicked. I started with a digital version of the model and posted it on LEGO Ideas. But I wasn’t sure if the dispensing mechanism would really work, so I spent about two months testing and refining the design with actual LEGO bricks. I even took apart my old vending machine to understand the mechanics and make it work, and I’m so proud of the final product”.
The set blends clever LEGO building techniques with a true-to-life vending mechanism, complete with a satisfying click as you turn the knob. Builders can enjoy recreating every detail of this miniature machine, from its rounded glass-top styling to its playful functionality. Its immersive building experience combines retro charm with nostalgic appeal – perfect for display in any home or office setting.
The LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine set is available for LEGO Insiders early access from 1st June 2025, and for all from 6th June via LEGO.com/MinifigureVendingMachine and LEGO Stores, priced at € 169.99 / £ 149.99 / $ 179.99.
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