Fan-Voted LEGO Ideas Vending Machine (21358) Lands This June
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Brick by Brick Nostalgia: LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine
LEGO Ideas continues to deliver fan-driven hits, and the Minifigure Vending Machine (21358) is a love letter to retro charm and the enduring appeal of the LEGO minifigure. Launching on June 4th, 2025, with early access for LEGO® Insiders from June 1st, this set blends mechanical ingenuity with nostalgia-infused design, offering something genuinely unique for LEGO investors, collectors and adult builders.
Keep an eye out, hopefully LEGO may even have another LEGO GWP up their sleeve to go with the launch of LEGO 21358 and all the other June LEGO launches!
Mechanical Magic: Handle, Capsules & Minifigure Lineup
Set Details
The set includes 1,343 pieces and is priced at £149.99 / $179.99 / €169.99. At its core is a fully functional, brick-built vending machine that not only looks the part but works like one too — insert a LEGO coin, turn the handle, and watch as one of 16 capsules is released. Each capsule contains the elements to assemble a LEGO minifigure, including four selected via a fan vote through the LEGO Ideas platform. These LEGO minifigures are a celebration of classic LEGO subthemes like Castle, Fabuland®, and Paradisa, alongside original figures such as space explorers and even a LEGO version of the set’s fan designer.
Measuring over 28 cm high, the finished model makes an eye-catching display piece that brings motion and interactivity into your LEGO collection. The build itself features clever mechanical techniques and tactile play, with a realistic clicking handle that adds to the satisfying experience. This is one of those rare sets that blends functionality, fan service, and collectible value — all in one vibrant package.
Theme investment Analysis
LEGO ideas is a very popular LEGO theme currently, with LGO investors, collectors and builders alike as well as attracting new fans with each and every new LEGO set from such a vast array of themes and designers.
Since its launch nearly 15 years ago there have now been over 70 sets released and the retired sets within the theme have delivered average annualised growth of 15%, making it a very strong theme for LEGO investors to consider.
Some of our favourite retired LEGO Ideas sets include; LEGO Ideas the DeLorean Time Machine (21103) which retired in 2014 with an RRP of $35 an is now valued at over $180 (17% annualised growth), LEGO ideas Old Fishing Store (21310) which has almost trebled in value from its $150 RP since retiring in 2018 (18% annualised growth) and LEGO Ideas NASA Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity Rover (21104) which is worth 13 times its $30 RRP just over 10 years after retiring (28% annualised growth).
Conclusion
The LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine (21358) is a fun, nostalgic celebration of LEGO history — wrapped in a smart, display-ready model. With 16 collectible LEGO minifigures, satisfying mechanical features, and a nod to classic themes, it’s a standout release for both fans and collectors. Whether you’re a long-time builder or a casual collector drawn in by its charm, this set has something to offer.
From an investment standpoint, it has strong long-term potential — especially given the exclusivity of the LEGO minifigures and its appeal as a display piece. If it sees a short shelf life, it could quietly become a sleeper hit in the aftermarket.
