Asil Sports Car Review -- Exploring the True Spirit of Asil Sports Car

Asil Sports Car Review

----- Exploring the True Spirit of Asil Sports Car

Preface

"This hands-on review is NifeliZ's collaborative experiment in authenticity: a diverse team—from office professionals and LEGO enthusiasts to musicians and photographers—built our own kits alongside fans to experience their joys, struggles, and "aha" moments firsthand. By sharing raw insights into what works, what doesn't, and how we'll improve, we aim to create products that truly resonate with builders while offering you practical guidance. 

Whether avoiding pitfalls or enhancing your creative flow, this collective journey—fueled by varied perspectives but united in purpose—is designed to make every assembly smoother, every connection more meaningful, and every build a shared story of growth."

Have you ever dreamed of building your own supercar right in your living room?

Hello everyone, I'm Cecilia. Today I'll introduce the Asil Sports Car, which might help you realize this little wild dream. The bright red and deep black—from the box to the parts—signal clearly: this is not just a toy, it's a mechanical adventure.

However, it is not a well-behaved toy. The parts have their moods, the manual has its little tricks, and every step might make you sweat—a small clever surprise awaits at critical moments.

Now, let's start with unboxing and step into the world of the Asil Sports Car. Follow along, and you'll see: it's not just a model car, but a mechanical adventure waiting to be conquered, a build journey truly ours.

I.Box and Packaging

The box features a minimalist red design, visually striking.

Inside, there are two instruction manuals, stickers, storage boxes, and a bookmark.

The parts are sorted by numbered bags, making them easy to access and providing a smooth start to the assembly experience.

Bag Contents:

•Bag 1 — 7 bags (Steps 1–152)

•Bag 2 — 5 bags (Steps 153–287)

•Bag 3 — 8 bags (Steps 289–445)

•Bag 4 — 8 bags (Steps 446–554)

•Bag 5 — 7 bags (Steps 556–665)

•Bag 6 — 6 bags (Steps 666–767)

•Bag 7 — 7 bags (Steps 768–880)

•Bag 8 — 9 bags (Steps 881–994)

•Bag 9 — 6 bags (Steps 995–1126)

•Tires & Rims ×4

•2 instruction manuals

•5 storage boxes

•1 bookmark

•1 sticker

With all parts sorted, I couldn't wait to start this assembly adventure.

II.Assembly Process

Bag 1: Chassis & Front Suspension

We start with Bag 1, which contains 7 smaller bags. 

Open Bag [1.22] to start assembling the chassis.

Then open Bag [23.45].

By step 34, the chassis and core drivetrain frame start taking shape.

At step 43, I noticed the parts did not stand upright as shown in the manual but fell together. I was a bit puzzled, I wondered if I had assembled something wrong. After adjusting them a bit, it worked fine, but I do wish the manual showed a more realistic representation of how the pieces behave. 

By step 45, the basic chassis structure was complete.

Open Bag [46.69].

Next, open Bag [70.83] to start assembling the suspension.

Then open Bag [84.106].

The limit shaft in step 86 was extremely tight. I couldn't fit it by hand and finally had to use a small tool. At that moment, I really felt the impact of tight tolerances.

At step 92, apply the NifeliZ logo sticker on the brake disc. It's a transfer sticker, so I recommend pressing it down before peeling it off. The detailing is surprisingly nice, and once applied, it looks great.

At step 106, the manual shows a front view; adding a top view would be clearer.

Continue with Bag [107.128].

At step 128, the suspension system and differential are installed. Every part requires precise alignment and a firm press.

There's a very satisfying "click" when each piece locks into place.

Next, open Bag [129.152].

At step 143, check the gear orientation carefully against the bottom-left diagram.

Also, keep the wheels in the lowered position—otherwise the alignment won't match.

By step 152, the suspension and lift mechanism are fully complete. Rotating the wheels gently showed smooth linkage, giving me more confidence in the chassis stability.

Bag 2: Front Body

Bag 2 contains 5 smaller bags.

Open Bag [153.183] to start assembling the front body.

Then open Bag [184.201].

Followed by Bag [202.234].

At step 220, pay attention to orientation, it's very easy to get it wrong. I almost assembled it the wrong way but caught it in time.

At step 234, I realized that if the cross axle isn't aligned perfectly, it simply won't go in. 

I spent a few minutes adjusting the angle back and forth before it finally clicked into place. That little moment of"Yes! Got it!" was surprisingly rewarding.

Continue by opening bag [235.262].

When assembling step 237, the illustration in the manual only shows half of the view, and the part' s position is somewhat hidden. I had to double-check several times to confirm the correct orientation, which was a bit tricky. I suggest that future versions of the manual provide clearer and more intuitive visuals to make the assembly experience smoother.

By step 262, the gear-shifting and steering linkage mechanisms are complete.

Then open Bag [263.287].

At step 280, note that the part marked with an asterisk is a plated part. It shines under light and adds a premium feel once installed.

By step 287, after installing the steering wheel and applying the"Asil" sticker, it really felt like a supercar.

Bag 3: Cockpit & Body Frame

Bag 3 contains 8 smaller bags.

Open Bags [288.319-1] and [288.319-2].

When I reached step 319, I installed the dashboard. It feels surprisingly sturdy and really adds to the realism of the model.

Then open Bags [320.348-1] and [320.348-2].

By step 348 the body frame and cockpit are roughly formed.

Open Bag [349.374] to assemble the first seat.

Then open Bag [375.396].

Next, open Bag [397.422] to assemble the second seat.

Finally, open Bag [423.445].

By step 445 the dual seats are complete. The red-and-black color scheme is visually striking, and I found myself glancing at it several times—the cockpit suddenly felt alive.

Bag 4: Transmission & Engine

Bag 4 contains 8 smaller bags.

Open Bag [446.471]. 

Note that at step 461, parts marked with an asterisk are painted components.

Then open Bags [472.501-1] and [472.501-2] to start assembling the transmission.

The orange parts must be positioned according to the manual; otherwise, shifting is affected. At this stage, the gearbox does not rotate smoothly and will only function properly after step 516.

Open Bags [502.516-1] and [502.516-2]. 

By step 516, the transmission is complete. I couldn't resist flicking the paddle shifters through all 7 gears, the clicky tactile feedback felt fantastic.

Open Bag [517.535]. 

At step 519, the manual lacks assembly arrows; I spent a long time figuring out the correct placement, which was a bit frustrating.

At step 535, installing the V12 pistons, I rotated the driveshaft by hand, watching the pistons move up and down. It was strangely satisfying.

Open Bags [536.554-1] and [536.554-2].

By step 552, the engine didn't fit snugly. Even after pressing it in, it would pop back out—this really frustrated me. I tried removing the locking pin, and then the engine fit perfectly. But once I put the pin back in, it wouldn't fit again. It seems to be an issue with part tolerances.

The whole process was a bit discouraging. I'd suggest optimizing the part tolerances in future designs to improve the assembly experience.

Bag 5: Rear Suspension & Structural Extension

Bag 5 contains 7 smaller bags.

Open Bag [555.569].

Then open Bag [570.587]. At step 579, the red part is not stable and keeps falling off.

At step 579, the red part isn't as stable as shown in the manual and keeps falling off. It's really annoying. 

I'd suggest optimizing the design in the future, adding a locking feature. Otherwise, you have to keep readjusting during assembly, which affects the overall experience.

Step 582 is symmetrical, but I still recommend adding thickness and more angled views in the manual to make it clearer.

Step 587.

Continue with Bags [588.617-1] and [588.617-2].

By step 617, the rear suspension assembly is complete.

Continue with Bags [618.643-1] and [618.643-2].

By step 642, the adjustable lift linkage function is added.

By step 643, the whole car is basically assembled.

Continue with Bag [644.665].

Bag 6: Rear Wheel Covers

Bag 6 contains 6 smaller bags.

Start by opening Bags [666.696-1] and [666.696-2] to assemble the rear wheel covers.

Then open Bag [697.728]. This part is a symmetrical structure with the previous section.

Continue with Bags [729.767-1] and [729.767-2].

At step 750, the sticker directions in the manual were actually printed incorrectly, but I didn't notice and followed the steps normally.

Later during assembly, I suddenly realized the orientation was wrong and had to go back and carefully check. Honestly, I felt a bit helpless at that moment—I first thought I had assembled something incorrectly, checked multiple times, and only then realized it was the manual's mistake.

What made it worse is that the sticker was already applied and couldn't be removed to adjust, so I had to replace it entirely.

At step 767, the indicator in the manual wasn't obvious, and I almost missed it. I suggest future manuals enhance the lines or add more prominent markings so they're easier to notice.

Bag 7: Side Skirts & Rear Cover

Bag 7 contains 7 smaller bags.

Open Bag [768.782].

Then open Bag [783.799].

Continue with Bag [800.814].

Then open Bag [815.832] to assemble the side skirts.

In fact, when I look closely at these painted parts, the texture isn't very refined. The surface feels slightly rough, with some granularity, and some parts even have minor paint chips.

At step 832, I suggest adding an exploded view for the left side as well; it would make assembly much easier.

Continue with Bags [833.859-1] and [833.859-2].

Next, open Bag [860.880] to assemble the rear cover.

The rear cover is designed to be removable, which I think is very practical. You can open it anytime to observe the engine in action.

Bag 8: Butterfly Doors

Bag 8 contains 9 smaller bags.

Open Bags [881.908-1] and [881.908-2] to assemble the two butterfly doors.

Then open Bags [909.935-1] and [909.935-2].

Next, open Bags [936.965-1] and [936.965-2] to assemble the other door.

Continue with Bags [966.994-1], [966.994-2], and [966.994-3].

Bag 9: Front Body & Rear Wing

Bag 9 contains 6 smaller bags.

First, open Bag [995.1029].

Then open Bags [1030.1074-1] and [1030.1074-2].

By step 1074, the front wheel arches are installed.

Continue with Bags [1075.1107-1] and [1075.1107-2].

At step 1099, this part is a bit abrupt. After assembly, it sticks out and the flexible shaft is exposed. I guess this design is to be closer to the real prototype.

However, I tried an alternative assembly method, and it looks much flatter.

Also, the manual's illustration here is slightly misaligned. It doesn't affect assembly, but the detail should be noted.

Finally, open Bag [1108.1126] to assemble the rear wing.

The rear wing's angle can be adjusted. A small tweak completely changes the car's presence.

The manual also shows some fun features of the car:

Parts at the front of the car can control the front wheel steering linkage—pretty fun to operate.

By inserting another peg, you can control the front wheel's lift. It feels really satisfying to operate.

The rear wheel lift switch is at the back; it's easy to reach and intuitive.

The butterfly doors are manually operated. Adding a linkage effect would make it even more exciting, but even manual operation feels satisfying.

III. Overall 

After finishing the Asil sports car, my first reaction was—wow, this sports car building set looks seriously impressive.  The red-and-black color scheme really packs a punch, the lines are clean and sleek, and that one-piece front end and rear wing—it has the visual impact you'd expect from a large car model sitting on your desk. 

That said, even though the parts are labeled "glossy red", up close the texture is fairly ordinary—the surface is slightly rough and you can see some granularity. If these body panels were replaced with electroplated parts or more refined materials, the overall sense of premium quality would be taken up a notch.

The functionality, on the other hand, pleasantly surprised me. The steering system linked to the wheel is impressively smooth, and the subtle gear engagement feels very real; the chassis can lift and lower front to back, which is fun to play with; the engine linkage also looks great—watching the tiny pistons move together gives a real "I' m building a car" kind of satisfaction. The butterfly doors open and close smoothly—at that moment, it really feels like a luxury car. There's a 7-speed gearbox, and when switching manually you can feel the resistance at each gear, giving a nice mechanical touch; the rear wing can be manually adjusted, which is a small detail I really enjoy—tweak the angle slightly and the whole car's presence changes instantly.

Overall, the assembly process was fairly smooth—the structural logic is clear, and the parts fit together quite solidly. Some tolerances aren' t perfect and require minor adjustments, but it doesn' t affect the overall experience. The manual occasionally makes you pause for a few seconds to figure out the orientation, but those "Oh! that's how it goes together" moments are actually quite enjoyable.

All in all, the Asil sports car isn' t perfect, but it' s quite fun to play with. It looks great, the structure is solid, and the features are complete. If the part textures were a bit better and the manual's details clearer, it would be even closer to the "ideal build-your-own sports car".