Now, the folks at LEGO are releasing a 1,343-piece LEGO retro-style vending machine set. One that allows builders to create their very own mechanical working machine that releases mystery capsules.

It costs $179.99 and contains 1,343 pieces to create a working vending machine that holds ball capsules containing LEGO minifigures.

YouTube Lego builder Astonishing Studios has however has put the set to good use: they have made a real, working McDonald’s vending machine.

LEGO debuts a new LEGO Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine set with 1,343 pieces and retro design. The set features 16 collectible LEGO minifigures from classic themes, including Castle and Paradisa.

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Builders with nostalgia for good old times can pre-order this LEGO Minifigure Vending Machine at the LEGO store.

A YouTube video shows McDonald's McNuggets dispensed from a vending machine built entirely out of Legos.

What's more, unlike your traditional coffee vending machine, this LEGO-inspired creation doesn't spew out some sub-standard cup o' joe, either. Instead, it can make two cups of Starbucks instant ...

The latest LEGO Ideas set that's going up for sale soon is a retro style vending machine, which releases capsules with special minifigures.