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LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1 vs LEGO Icons Loop Coaster

Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.

By the numbers

The spec sheet.

Metric LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1 LEGO Icons Loop Coaster
Rating 5/5 5/5
Pieces 2,352 3,756WINS
MSRP $199.99WINS $399.99
Price per piece $0.09WINS $0.11
Verdict Must buy Must buy
Best for Ghostbusters fans, classic-car enthusiasts, and Icons collectors expanding their vehicle fleet. Builders who want a kinetic LEGO showstopper, families with kids, and theme-park enthusiasts.

Pros & cons

What I actually noticed.

LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1

Pros

  • Iconic 1959 Cadillac Ecto-1 silhouette with movie-accurate proportions
  • Working sirens (visual rotation, not lit)
  • Equipment bay with proton packs, ghost trap, and PKE meter
  • Opening doors, hood, and trunk for full interior access
  • Roof-mounted equipment is removable for transport-mode display

Cons

  • No included minifig (it's a vehicle, not a vignette)
  • Some sticker work on the side panels and windows
  • Size demands a wider shelf than the [Land Rover Defender](/reviews/land-rover)

LEGO Icons Loop Coaster

Pros

  • Largest LEGO roller coaster ever produced — 88cm tall, 1m wide
  • Motorized car system — cars actually loop the track and return
  • 11 minifigures including park staff, riders, and fairground vendors
  • Hot dog stand, balloon stand, and vignette accessories
  • Most kinetic Icons set since the [PAC-MAN Arcade](/reviews/pac-man)

Cons

  • $400 is the highest Icons funfair MSRP to date
  • Motor unit (Powered Up hub) sold separately — adds another $80 if you don't own one
  • Footprint demands a dedicated display surface

Made up your mind?

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LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1

$199.99

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LEGO Icons Loop Coaster

$399.99

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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.