There’s something ultra-calming—and sometimes, frustrating—about building a LEGO set. While there is a seemingly endless number of options, we want to turn your attention to the 1962 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van. If you’re the type of person who wants to add a vintage feel to your space, this LEGO set is one of the coolest ones. Plus, you probably don’t have one like this—yet.
The LEGO 1962 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van is a 1,334-piece replica of the classic Volkswagen Camper Van from 1962, intended for people ages 16 and up and an expert-level kit. It features incredible detail from both the outside and inside, including a V-shaped color split, pop-up roof, “splittie” safari windshield, boxer engine, wing mirrors, and folding furniture.
While the set is no longer available on the LEGO website, you can still purchase it on Amazon for $209.95, eligible for Prime and free returns. The product has over 2,500 reviews with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars. Your final creation will measure in at 11 inches long and five inches high, and is sure to be worthy of displaying in your home.
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One buyer wrote that this set is “incredibly detailed, fun, and amazingly designed,” and another emphasized the product’s ease of assembly and clear directions. Someone even called it a “therapy in a box,” because the process of building it is not just to create a work of art, but to experience a sense of calm and accomplishment upon finishing your red 1962 Volkswagen Camper Van.
With this being a retired product and dubbed as being “hard to find” by LEGO, make sure to get your set before they are all officially gone. Whether you are a LEGO fanatic waiting to add the camper van to your collection, someone who appreciates the authenticity of the original Volkswagen captured in LEGO form, or have a car enthusiast in mind who would love this, it’s sure to bring joy to many.
Angela Cheung is a tech and digitally-savvy marketing student attending Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business. Currently, she is a social media intern for the Enthusiast Group at Hearst Magazines, working for Popular Mechanics, Runner’s World, and Bicycling Magazine. During her free time, Angela loves to listen to music and enjoys singing, playing piano, and playing guitar.
