{"id":383061,"date":"2025-11-24T17:38:56","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T15:38:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/?p=383061"},"modified":"2025-11-24T21:31:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:31:06","slug":"lego-mercedes-amg-f1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/activities-and-outings\/places-to-go\/lego-mercedes-amg-f1\/","title":{"rendered":"Life-Sized LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1 Car at Nelson Mandela Square"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Save The Date For LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>JHB: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/listing\/sandton-city\/events\/21608\/\">Nelson Mandela Square<\/a>: 16 Nov- 3 Dec<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div dir=\"auto\">A life-size LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 has arrived at Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton until 3 December with activities for the whole family and its FREE:<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tcd\/2\/16\/25aa.png\" alt=\"\u25aa\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 16px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 16\/16;\" \/><\/span> Explore the build up close,<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tcd\/2\/16\/25aa.png\" alt=\"\u25aa\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 16px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 16\/16;\" \/><\/span> Visit their interactive stations<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tcd\/2\/16\/25aa.png\" alt=\"\u25aa\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 16px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 16\/16;\" \/><\/span> Play games and browse the LEGO pop-up store every day from 10am-6pm.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">LEGO\u00ae South Africa has pulled off its most ambitious project to date<\/h3>\n<p>Shipping a detailed, up-scaled LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1LEGO\u00ae Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance build from Singapore to South Africa, marking the largest life-size LEGO build ever brought into the country.<\/p>\n<p>The grand reveal was held at the Mercedes-Benz experience centre at Zwartkops Raceway, where media and motoring enthusiasts gathered to witness the grand unboxing of the iconic build.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The reveal forms part of LEGO South Africa&#8217;s ongoing commitment to celebrating creativity and innovation through play,&#8221; said Valery Kasimov, the newly appointed country manager for LEGO South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This collaboration between LEGO South Africa and Mercedes-Benz is built on shared values of precision, performance and excellence,&#8221; says Claudius Steinhoff, Executive Director MBC &amp; Co-CEO of Mercedes-Benz South Africa. &#8220;The LEGO Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 car celebrates our achievements at the pinnacle of motorsport and reflects the innovation, craftsmanship and passion that unite both brands.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-383063 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/830-x-230.png\" alt=\"LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1\" width=\"830\" height=\"230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/830-x-230.png 830w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/830-x-230-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/830-x-230-768x213.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 830px) 100vw, 830px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Bringing the build to life<\/h3>\n<p>Based on the 1642-piece LEGO set available in stores, the scaled-up LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance build took a team of expert builders eight hours to assemble. The team used a total of 192,937 LEGO bricks, resulting in a build weighing approximately 913 kilograms and measuring 5.1 metres in length and 2.2 metres in width.<\/p>\n<p>The result is a breathtaking replica that mirrors the sleek aerodynamic lines, intricate details and striking presence of its real-world Mercedes-AMG counterpart, a true fusion of art, engineering and play.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-383069 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1\" width=\"800\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-1639x2048.jpg 1639w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-10-scaled.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/1000;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>Fans can challenge their speed and reflexes with an exciting line up of LEGO activities, including:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Build Station: design and build your own LEGO race cars<\/li>\n<li>Championship racing: a high-speed ramp with precision timing systems and a digital leaderboard<\/li>\n<li>Reflex challenge: test your reaction times, mirroring real driver skills<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The LEGO Group continues to connect fans of racing and design, inviting builders of all ages to recreate the world\u2019s most iconic performance cars at home. The scaled-up reveal at Zwartkops Raceway extends that invitation into the real world, showing that when creativity takes the wheel, anything is possible.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-383070 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-11-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1\" width=\"800\" height=\"640\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-11-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-11-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-11-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-11-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LEGO-Mercedes-NMS-11-2048x1639.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/640;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><i>Note: If you enjoyed this article, and would like to stay updated with more, you can:<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li2\"><i><\/i><span class=\"s1\"><i>Subscribe to our free weekly Jozikids\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/member-registration\/\"><span class=\"s2\"><i>newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a><i>\u00a0 for parents in Gauteng<\/i><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><i><\/i><span class=\"s1\"><i>Like us on\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jozikids.co.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><i>Facebook<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><i><\/i><span class=\"s1\"><i>Follow us on\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/jozikids?igshid=1n8cwedrewul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><i>Instagram<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Save The Date For LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1 JHB: Nelson Mandela Square: 16 Nov- 3 Dec A life-size LEGO\u00ae Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 has arrived at Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton until 3 December with activities for the whole family and its FREE: Explore the build up close, Visit their interactive stations Play games and browse the LEGO [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":327,"featured_media":383066,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-383061","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-places-to-go"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/383061","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/327"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=383061"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/383061\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/383066"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=383061"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=383061"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jozikids.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=383061"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}