CCOOK Posted June 15, 2010 I'll still buy the Toys R Us truck, even though I bought the LEGO truck - the blue parts are worth it. -CCOOK Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Green Brick Giant Posted June 15, 2010 What surprises me isn't just how many new City sets TLG has released this year, but also how many BIG new City sets TLG has released this year. It seems like they just keep firing salvo after salvo at us. Not that I'm complaining... but you'd almost expect more low-end sets at this pace.After all the big ticket stuff this year you'd think they'd have kept the Public Transport under $100. Guess not. And yet, here in the US we're still waiting for the copter and limousine.... sigh... Actually LEGO releases 20 City sets a year. Last year or the year before someone made a big deal with how many Star Wars sets there were and in reality there were about the same amount of City sets and bother were 20ish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fyparr Posted June 16, 2010 I posted this in the Train Tech forum but thought I would share the news here as well: the cargo train and level crossing are now available through S@H in the US. Cargo Train: $180 Level Crossing: $20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klaus-Dieter Posted June 16, 2010 (edited) 7848 Toys R Us Truck €29.99 8404 Bus Station €99.99 And should be available on the 28th Calendar week! Thank you very much for this information, grogall! Are these prices only the prices for TRU or even for S@H? And will these two sets be available since the 28th even on S@H? If not, do you know when they will appear on S@H? 8404: 99,99 Euros 100 Euros for this set is really expensive. Of course there are four vehicles and two of them are even very big - but the roadside structures are below average and there are much too few minifigs. 7848: 29,99 Euros 30 Euros is imo a good price ratio performance for this set. 30 Euros for 3221 is really overpriced (luckily I got mine for 20 Euros). But since we get one more minifig, a small TRU store and even some nice toys in 7848, 30 Euros is really ok. Klaus-Dieter Edited June 16, 2010 by Klaus-Dieter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FinalFeature Posted June 16, 2010 If anybodys interested the Green Grocer is available on Lego S@H. Link. LegoGalactus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Dawson Posted June 16, 2010 My apologies for a little bit of self gratification, but my review of set 7936 "Level Crossing" is up in the Trains section. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Elijah Timms Posted June 17, 2010 (edited) Okay, I have a question for all of the Sveltes, Klaus-Dieters, Lightning Tigers and other experts here in the City forum: I've recently put some money aside and have been letting it build in anticipation of some of the newer city sets. SO, with that being said, I'm just about ready to pull the trigger on the new Airport. In fact, I was contemplating making my move as early as tomorrow... and then I got an idea. I've decided to hold off for a week or two, with the intent of keeping a sharp lookout for a potential Toys R US BOGO 50% sale. Sure, it may not happen, but if it does-- I'll be able to grab a second major $100 US set for HALF PRICE. And that's where I could use your collective advice: Garage or Construction Site?? I'm certainly leaning towards the Construction Site, but would like to hear some advice from the veterans! Thanks! Edited June 17, 2010 by Mr. Elijah Timms Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonwil Posted June 17, 2010 I would say "Construction Site" as well unless you happen to really like orange or otherwise have specific bits from the Garage you want for your collection. I still regret buying the Garage (and paying what I did for it :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted June 17, 2010 MMM....I'm in two minds here, both sets have there merits..... construction site has a building similar to city corner's plus a low loader truck - the crane is my least favorite part. Now the garage is very MOD'able, if you remember my tyre dealership being front paged months ago, always remember you don't always have to build what's on the box, it's Lego it's whatever you want it to be ! Now back on track has anyone seen any more pictures of the two TRU sets other than the box art ? I'm a conformist! ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllanSmith Posted June 21, 2010 I have German (European) prices on the 2 Toys R Us sets 7848 Toys R Us Truck €29.99 8404 Bus Station €99.99 And should be available on the 28th Calendar week! Found these pictures on Brickshelf. 7848 review pictures Pictures belong to a review on Brick Horizon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted June 21, 2010 Interesting photos there, I was wondering what the toy shop had in it ! Brick built toys - SWEET ! Another dam DSS though ! Same truck manufacture makes for TRU and Lego eh ? Now I really can't wait for this set to be available, besides any sign of 8404 public transport pictures yet (not the box art) ? I'm a conformist! ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klaus-Dieter Posted June 21, 2010 Thank you very much for this link, AllanSmith! The interior of the TRU looks that lovely - with so many toys and even shelves on which they are displayed! :wub: I really like that brick-built hovercraft - excellent design. I can't await to get this set! Klaus-Dieter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klaus-Dieter Posted June 21, 2010 Here is not a new but an official picture of 8404 from whung's BS gallery: Klaus-Dieter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Elijah Timms Posted June 21, 2010 (edited) 8404 Bus Station €99.99 Hundred Euros for the Public Transport??? That's $130, for a few trucks and a tram that didn't meet expectations?? C'mon, TLG... you're dangerously flirting with unreasonable. Edited June 21, 2010 by Mr. Elijah Timms Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squiz Posted June 21, 2010 Found these pictures on Brickshelf. 7848 review pictures Pictures belong to a review on Brick Horizon. Good find, cheers for that. I especially like the mini lego sets on the shelf. I also noticed that the number plate is the set number, good touch! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Holodoc Posted June 21, 2010 I also noticed that the number plate is the set number, good touch! That's TLC'S normal behaviour: The license plate reflects the set number. Just look at the recent sets, you'll find it everywhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squiz Posted June 21, 2010 That's TLC'S normal behaviour: The license plate reflects the set number. Just look at the recent sets, you'll find it everywhere. Ah i wasnt aware of that. Only lego car i have bought in years was the 8402 which didnt have a number plate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick Posted June 21, 2010 I also noticed that the number plate is the set number, good touch! That's been the case for most (if not all) City sets over the past years. The letters are (supposedly) the designers' initials. edit: sorry, didn't notice the new page and Holodoc's answer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rapseflaps Posted June 21, 2010 8404 Bus Station €99.99 Hundred Euros for the Public Transport??? That's $130, for a few trucks and a tram that didn't meet expectations?? C'mon, TLG... you're dangerously flirting with unreasonable. Aren't LEGO prices usually the same number on both sides of the Atlantic, but with a different currency sign in front of it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted June 22, 2010 (edited) Here's something interesting - how is this being done ? And this ? The yellow 4x6 plates, mounted vertical with I can't see how it's being held on to the 1x6x5 panels (wall elements) - if we can see how then it opens the way to improve are MOC's of shops, offices even houses ! I'm a conformist! ! QUICK EDIT - Found the answer - a 1x4 brick with 4 studs along it's side - dam I feel like a fool not to realise ! Edited June 22, 2010 by lightningtiger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Belchher Posted June 23, 2010 I'm actually surprised there hasn't been a hospital in this years batch yet, given its been 4 years since the last. When does TLG usually start leaking out information on the final few sets for the year? I'm not holding my breath though given how many large city sets have already come out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mirandir Posted June 23, 2010 I'm actually surprised there hasn't been a hospital in this years batch yet, given its been 4 years since the last. When does TLG usually start leaking out information on the final few sets for the year? I'm not holding my breath though given how many large city sets have already come out. unfortunatly from what I've been hearing we won't get any hospital theme any sooner than 2012. I'm thinking that this is the last set for city that we'll get this year. In just a month or two next years releases will start to leak... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrickStorm Posted June 23, 2010 Tomorrow, Thursday 24th, I am going to be very, very poor: click the image to link to the full (huge) scan. The page also lists the RRP in AUD as well as sale prices. Full catalog here, but besides the TS3 stuff there isn't much else. Last time Myer was selling EN's they sold out Australia wide in less than three days. Other interesting stuff: the new police lambo, the space limo and police central, and the fire brigade and imperial flagship sets on the cheap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Elijah Timms Posted June 23, 2010 I'm definitely up for a hospital and a separate ambulance set. Not so sure I can see Lego doing an ER, but that'd really be unique. The design complexity and aesthetics have increased exponentially over such a short amount of time, we may finally be in a place where they could truly do a hospital justice. Paging Dr. Bricksteen... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klaus-Dieter Posted June 23, 2010 unfortunatly from what I've been hearing we won't get any hospital theme any sooner than 2012. I'm thinking that this is the last set for city that we'll get this year. In just a month or two next years releases will start to leak... Thank you very much for this information, Mirandir! Let's talk about City 2011 here. Klaus-Dieter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
