McLaren W1 instructions 1/28 scale

• 1/28 scale
• 8+ stud wide x 21 stud long
• Low difficulty
• Instructions pdf
• Stud.io source file
• Parts to add to the 77257 kit as lists for Rebrickable CSV and XML to copy-paste to Bricklink
• Cover render poster art

A modification of the Speed Champions W1 from the January 2026 wave. The finished model looked a bit unfinished, primarily the body-sides and interior, and the wheelbase  seemed too short given the long nose and long-ish rear wing overhangs. This mod resolves the kit into a proper replica.

• Lengthened wheelbase
• Reworked side sills replace the studs and brackets with smooth tiles
• Upgraded interior with seatbacks for proper Fig comfort
• Smooth, nearly-studless shaping
• Raised and reshaped side intakes
  
• More engine and mechanical detail under the reworked rear glass and smooth roof slopes.
• Pin-based front and cambered-rear wheel mountings let the model crouch down a bit, masking some of its height.

High resolution, carefully-sequenced instructions are designed for screen and print, generally include a single-step focus with multiple parts per page. I rigorously engineer, test-build, and refine all of my designs for an elegant and enjoyable build experience.

• Purchase is for digital instructions and parts list files only. Does not include physical bricks.
• Model requires 346 parts in total (not included) of which are new.