The LEGO 8211 set, also known as the “Benz Patent Motorwagen,” is part of the LEGO Technic series, which focuses on creating more advanced models with complex mechanical features. Released in 2010, this set pays homage to the 1886 Benz Patent-Motorwagen, often regarded as the first true automobile. It features a faithful recreation of the original vehicles three-wheeled design, along with its iconic large, spoked rear wheels and a smaller front wheel. The model includes functional details such as a moving piston and steering. Comprising over 100 pieces, the 8211 set appeals to both LEGO enthusiasts and fans of automotive history, offering a rich, hands-on experience of assembling a piece of motoring heritage. Its a testament to the ingenuity of Carl Benz and a tribute to the origins of the automobile.
