HOLDEN VF SS LS3 ENGINE KIT
Build It. Understand It. Display It.
Celebrate the end of an era with the Holden VF SS LS3, the final and most powerful V8 ever fitted to an Australian-built Commodore. Constructed entirely from 100 % genuine LEGO® elements, this detailed miniature captures the modern styling and raw performance of the 6.2-litre LS3 — complete with the iconic black and red engine cover that marked the last of Holden’s homegrown heroes.
WHAT YOU’LL BUILD
A faithful scale model of the 6.2 L LS3 V8, featuring functional piston motion, detailed intake and header design, and the distinct VF-style twin-cover layout in black and red. This build is a tribute to the final chapter of the Commodore’s legacy — refined, powerful, and proudly Australian.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
All 100 % genuine LEGO® elements
Access to online, view-only digital build instructions
WORKING FEATURES
Functional crankshaft and piston assembly showing true LS3 motion
Detailed intake manifold and twin-cover top assembly
Authentic black and red rocker cover design true to the VF SS and HSV series
Freestanding display — stable when positioned on its sump
SPECIFICATIONS
Approx. 400 pieces
Dimensions: 12 cm (L) × 13 cm (W) × 13 cm (H)
Build time: 4 – 5 hours
Skill level: Advanced
Display: Freestanding on sump or compatible with optional Mechanical Miniatures stand or crane
SHIPPING
All kits are made to order in Western Australia.
Engine kits ship in 7 business days
Larger or custom sets ship in up to 14 business days
DISCLAIMER
Mechanical Miniatures is an independent designer and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Holden, General Motors, HSV, or the LEGO Group. For ages 14 + — contains small parts.
FAQ
Q: Does the engine move?: Yes — rotate the crankshaft and all eight pistons move in sequence, replicating the smooth LS3 V8 motion.
Q: Is the cover the same as the VF SS?: Yes — the kit includes the signature black and red rocker cover and intake shroud, modelled after the LS3 used in the VF SS and Redline series.
Q: What makes this engine special?: The LS3 was the final V8 ever fitted to an Australian-built Commodore, producing over 400 horsepower and representing the peak of Holden’s performance heritage.
Q: How does it display?: Each engine can freestand securely on its sump or be mounted on an optional Mechanical Miniatures stand or crane (sold separately).