Exploring Endless Possibilities: Creative MOCs from the LEGO City 60253-1 Ice-cream Truck

Whether you’re a seasoned AFOL or a newcomer eager to stretch the limits of your LEGO collection, the 60253-1 Ice-cream Truck set is a treasure trove of potential. At first glance, this cheery pastel-colored van, complete with scoops of strawberries, pistachios, and chocolate delights, seems destined solely for sweet street-side service. But beneath that scoop-topped roof lies an assortment of versatile pieces that can be reimagined in countless ways. The community at Rebrickable has risen to the challenge, crafting a diverse array of alternative models—each one ingeniously repurposing the set’s parts to tell a new story.

From rugged utility vehicles to sleek racers, each MOC demonstrates how imagination can transform everyday bricks into something unexpected. Want to haul cargo? There’s a Flatbed Truck ready for work. Craving speed? A Finish Racer and an F1-style C-Model are waiting to burn rubber. For those with an eye for detail, the Art-deco Park Kiosk captures elegant architectural flourishes, while the Joyride “Happy Van” exudes playful charm. Some designers even took to the skies, creating helicopter transports and sky-high scenarios.

These builds showcase not only the ingenuity of their designers but also the thoughtful versatility encoded in LEGO’s part selection. Technic connectors, curved panels, and printed brick elements all find new life in these designs. By studying how each MOC cleverly reassigns parts—turning wheels into cooling fans or ice-cream panels into sleek car hoods—you’ll gain fresh ideas for your own creations.

Whether you’re looking to expand your City layout, refine your building skills, or simply find inspiration for your next MOC, the following alternate models prove that with a little creativity, even the most specialized set can become the foundation for something completely unexpected. Ready to explore? Dive into these community-created gems and discover how the humble Ice-cream Truck can become a gateway to endless possibilities.

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Alternate Builds

60253 12in1

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33671/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-12in1/

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60253 Dump Truck

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-34255/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-dump-truck/

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60253 Cabrio & IceCream Kiosk

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33444/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-cabrio-icecream-kiosk/

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60253 Compact CrossOver

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33410/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-compact-crossover/

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60253 Flatbed Truck

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-39761/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-flatbed-truck/

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60253 Happy Van

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-34069/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-happy-van/

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60253 Will You PICK Me UP !?

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33387/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-will-you-pick-me-up/

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Art-deco Park Kiosk

Designer: pionline
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-103775/pionline/art-deco-park-kiosk/

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60253 American HotRod

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-34207/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-american-hotrod/

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60253 Quick stop at the ATV

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33986/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-quick-stop-at-the-atv/

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60253 Red Cabrio & Security Checkpoint

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33702/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-red-cabrio-security-checkpoint/

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60253 Finish Racer

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-34197/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-finish-racer/

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60253 Sportscar & race winner podium

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33844/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-sportscar-race-winner-podium/

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60253 10in1

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-55743/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-10in1/

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60253 Up in the sky & Down by the pool

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-34129/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-up-in-the-sky-down-by-the-pool/

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60253 Cabrio for two

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-86689/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-cabrio-for-two/

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60253 Joyride

Designer: TheLuckyOne
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-58103/TheLuckyOne/60253-joyride/

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F1 60253 C-model

Designer: A_Great_Builder
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-56999/A_Great_Builder/f1-60253-c-model/

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60253 Doggy Boy Car

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-92126/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60253-doggy-boy-car/

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Mini Bus – Lego 60253 alternative build 3

Designer: n2brick
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-67755/n2brick/mini-bus-lego-60253-alternative-build-3/

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Alternative build 1 set 60253 – Minivan

Designer: n2brick
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-53112/n2brick/alternative-build-1-set-60253-minivan/

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Helicopter transport Truck – MOC 60253

Designer: Pedro_Henrique
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-78371/Pedro_Henrique/helicopter-transport-truck-moc-60253/

Enjoy exploring these inventive builds, and let them spark new ideas for your own MOCs!

 

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