LEGO SET 10290 - Alternate build | Pickup Truck
Rediscovering the LEGO Icons Pickup Truck: 24 Inspiring Alternate Builds
The LEGO Icons Pickup Truck (set 10290-1) is much more than a classic utility vehicle rendered in brick form. With its robust off-road styling, versatile chassis, and wealth of parts, this set serves as a foundation for a world of creative reinterpretations. Imagine the sun setting over a winding coastal road as you drive a sleek 1950s DeVille Roadster cobbled together from the Pickup Truck’s chassis and roof panels. Picture the polished curves of a Ferrari Daytona SP3 emerging from the same rugged undercarriage that once hauled timber through the forest. Envision a retro gas station complete with pumps, signage, and a roadside diner, all built from the Pickup Truck’s abundant components.
These alternative builds prove that a single LEGO set can blossom into an entire automotive universe. From vintage classics like the Mercedes 300 SL and the Lamborghini Miura to utilitarian icons such as the UAZ 3303 and Morgan & Gas Station, each model showcases how strategic part swaps, imaginative color schemes, and clever SNOT (Studs Not On Top) techniques can transform one set into many. Whether you’re drawn to the roar of an AC Cobra or the nostalgic charm of a Lada 1200 Combi, these custom MOCs celebrate the Pickup Truck’s modular potential and invite builders to push the boundaries of design.
In this blog post, we’ll explore 24 standout alternate builds sourced from the comprehensive PDF of MOC entries . After our in-depth look at what makes the Pickup Truck such a fertile platform for creativity, scroll down for a gallery featuring each model’s image, title, designer credits, and a link to grab the building instructions. Whether you’re a seasoned MOCster or new to alternate builds, prepare to be inspired by the versatility of set 10290-1.
Alternative Builds Gallery
1. Classic 911
Designer: NKubate
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-94444/NKubate/10290-classic-911/
2. Lamborghini Diablo
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-119390/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/lamborghini-diablo/
3. Mercedes 300 SL
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-147169/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/mercedes-300-sl/
4. UAZ 3303 (1:16)
Designer: Artemy Zotov
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-95535/Artemy%20Zotov/10290-uaz-3303-116/
5. AC Cobra
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-94700/Kirvet/10290-ac-cobra/
6. Broadway
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-93426/Kirvet/10290-broadway/
7. DeVille Roadster
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-93903/Kirvet/10290-deville-roadster/
8. Lamborghini Miura
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-121422/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/lamborghini-miura/
9. 1950 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-167640/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/1950-cadillac-coupe-deville/
10. Ferrari Daytona SP3
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-124771/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/ferrari-daytona-sp3/
11. Honda/Acura NSX
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-151570/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/hondaacura-nsx/
12. Le Mans Ferrari 512
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-149605/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/le-mans-ferrari-512/
13. Grand Rover 90
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-96598/Kirvet/10290-grand-rover-90/
14. Vehicle 4-in-1 Classic Pack
Designer: CreationCaravan (Brad Barber)
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-156717/CreationCaravan%20(Brad%20Barber)/vehicle-4-in-1-classic-pack/
15. Dodge Lil Red Express Truck
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-101857/Kirvet/10290-dodge-lil-red-express-truck/
16. 5-in-1 Set
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-96687/Kirvet/10290-5-in-1-set/
17. VAZ 2101 / Lada 1300
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-95176/Kirvet/10290-vaz-2101lada-1300/
18. 3-in-1 Alternative Set
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-94744/Kirvet/10290-3-in-1-alternative-set/
19. Morgan & Gas Station
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-102676/Kirvet/10290-morgan-gas-station/
20. Datsun Fairlady Z
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-142949/Kirvet/10290-datsun-fairlady-z/
21. Lada 1200 Combi
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-127028/Kirvet/10290-lada-1200-combi/
22. Panhard Dyna Junior Cabriolet
Designer: SIM CAMAT
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-105527/SIM%20CAMAT/10290-panhard-dyna-junior-cabriolet/
23. Caterham Seven
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-103196/Kirvet/10290-caterham-seven/
24. Pontiac GTO
Designer: Kirvet
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-145442/Kirvet/10290-pontiac-gto/
With these diverse MOCs, the humble Pickup Truck proves itself an endless canvas for LEGO creativity. Which build will you tackle first?
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