Think outside the blocks with K’NEX and get ready for an immersive play experience, as today we will preview 7 cool K’NEX cars you can build using K’NEX pieces you have at home.
Known for its engineering principles and moving parts, K’NEX makes building fun for all enthusiasts. K’NEX building system consists of plastic rods, connectors, and gear that snap together with a satisfying “click”. The models can be assembled into a variety of moving structures of all shapes and sizes, including trucks and cars.
If you’re looking for inspiration for a new building challenge, or want to spend some fun spare time at home, head over here and use step-by-step guides that we linked for every vehicle from Instructables.
1. Modular K’NEX Car System
The first one from the K’NEX list is this DIY modular car system. It is made out of 3 segments and a roof. What this is for you is a car that can be easily customized to your design and liking, and it is easy to create your own custom parts and attachments.
Before you start building, read the part count to make sure you already have them or need them further:
- 1 – silver spacer
- 19 – blue spacers
- 10 – Y connectors
- 2 – blue clips
- 23 – tan clips
- 4 – wheels
- 1 – small wheel
- 2 – clear light caps
Rods
- 3 – blue rods
- 4 – bendy blue rods
- 83 – green rods
- 21 – yellow rods
- 22 – white rods
Connectors
- 22 – red connectors
- 18 – light grey connectors
- 36 – yellow connectors
- 23 – green connectors
- 22 – orange connectors
- 39 – dark grey connectors
Follow step-by-step instructions here to help the build go smoother.
2. K’NEX car
This K’NEX car is one of the easiest to build, especially if you consider yourself a beginner builder. The car “rear” can be easily clicked in the two black rods/connectors with the open space with the yellow rods. (It will be a little loose and the bottom red connectors will drag and get scratched up.). Take the gear out. Slide the longer yellow rod in. Click in the yellow horizontal rod into the green. This can be done by taking off the four bottom white rods. Place the gear back in.
Get started with gathering all the pieces required:
Rods:
- 11 – yellow rods
- 22 – white rods
- 67 – green rods
- 4 – blue rods
Connectors:
- 4 – green connectors
- 20 – red connectors
- 10 – light gray connectors
- 10 – gray (1) connectors
- 1 – gray (2) connectors
- 10 – red connectors
- 16 – green connector
- 14 – yellow connector
- 6 – orange connectors
- 4 – purple connectors
- 2 – black rod/connectors
Other:
- 2 of those hindge thing
- 4 – wheels
- 7 – blue spacer
Take your time for your favorite knex car creature by reading full instructions
3. K’NEX ATV
To take on a new horizon regarding K’NEX builts, this happens to be one of the most difficult to assemble from the list. So, if you like to challenge yourself or want to try a more complex structure for the first time, try out K’NEX ATV car.
Here’s the part list you will need to get started:
Rods:
- 65 – green
- 40 – black (green)
- 41 – white (black and silver were used) (21b/20s)
- 33 – blue
- 8 – granite (yellow)
- 2 – metallic green (red)
Connectors:
- 10 – metallic blue clips
- 1 – tan clips
- 32- dark grey
- 9 – light grey
- 19 – granite (red)
- 1 – bright red (red)
- 82 – green
- 17 – light grey (yellow)
- 15 – purple (or variants thereof)
- 4 – black (white)
- 4 – brown (orange)
Other:
- 4 – hinge (black end)
- 6 – hinge (blue end)
- 29 – blue spacer
- 8 – silver spacer
- 12 – ball joints
- 12 – ball sockets
- 26 – y connectors
- 4 – trekker wheels
- 4 – rubber bands (I used #64)
- 1 – 1-inch black wheel
- a bendy yellow (neon red or orange work)
- 4 – small wheels
Review full instructions for ATV car here.
4. K’NEX Lamborghini
Build K’NEX Lamborghini from scratch which is based on a 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago. The interior of the vehicle is primarily yellow connectors, but the seats are made from orange two-way pieces. Get ready for a thrilling ride with its real-Lamborghini features, like opened doors.
To begin your construction process, you will need the following supplies:
Rods:
- 56 – Green Rods
- 77 – White Rods
- 9 – Blue Rods
- 12- Yellow Rods
- 3 – Red Rods
Connectors:
- 35 – Orange Connectors
- 14 – Light Grey Connectors
- 9 – Red Connectors
- 3 – Green Connectors
- 3 – Dark Grey Connectors
- 90 – Yellow Connectors
Clips:
- 2 – Tan Clip
- 12 – Blue Clip
- 12 – Purple Clip/Connector
- 44 – Black Clip (Y-Clip)
- 13 – Ball Clip
- 13 – Socket Clip
Other:
- 9 – Small Tire
- 8 – Small Wheel Hub (Spoked)
- 5 – 25 mm Wheel
- 24 – Small Spacer
- 12 – Large Spacer
- 7 – Black Hinge Half
Look into full instructions here and drive away.
5. K’NEX F1 Race Car
Ever wonder how to make a K’NEX Formula 1 car? This K’NEX F1 model may be small, but it features more than at first glance. Of course, the main feature is the Hand of God steering mechanism, which leads back to the cockpit. This makes sure the car is easy to drive around with and I think it actually handles like an F1 race car would. What is not visible is the V10 engine. It sits neatly under the bodywork.
In order to assemble this Formula 1 car design, the following parts are needed:
Rods:
- 1 – Green / red rod
- 4 – Yellow rod
- 2 – Dark Grey rod
- 1 – Blue rod
- 42 – Silver rod
- 38 – Black rod
- 4 – Orange Flexi rod
Connectors:
- 1 – Black 8-way
- 4 – Blue 3D
- 3 – Silver 3D
- 19 – Yellow 5-way
- 4 – Black 4-way
- 17 – Yellow 4-way
- 2 – Red 3-way
- 10 – Dark Grey 3-way
- 6 – Orange 2-way (V-shape)
- 1 – Orange 2-way ( l-shape)
- 4 – Grey 1-way
Clips:
- 26 – Y-clip Black
- 8 – Y-clip Orange
- 14 – Ball joint Black
- 3 – Tan / Bronze clip
- 2 – Orange splice
- 12 – Silver spacer
- 10 – Blue spacer
- 3 – Hinge Blue part
- 1 – Hinge Black part
Other:
- 1 – Stub Axle
- 4 – Dark Grey Gears
- 4 – Black Rims
- 4 – Tyre Small
You can watch the video below:
Get the complete instructions here.
6. K’NEX Ratcheting Car
Make a ratcheting car out of K’NEX pieces that actually move. With the help of ratchet, you can make sure your new car moves around safely.
First, you will need all parts to gather, including:
Gears:
- 4 – medium wheels
- 2 – small gears
- 1 – medium gear
- 1 – large gear
- 1 – black wheel (for steering wheel)
- 4 – red headtops (for lights)
Connectors:
- 7 – white connectors
- 8 – yellow connectors
- 10 – green connectors
- 6 – red connectors
- 3 – light gray connectors (2 connecting spots)
- 13 – gray connectors (end connectors)
- 8 – tan clip connectors
- 8 – blue clip connectors
- 4 – metallic blue connectors (3d)
Rods:
- 21 – small green rods
- 26 – white rods
- 11 – blue rods
- 6 – yellow rods
- 1 – red rod
- 1 – long gray rod
Other:
- 47 – blue spacers
- 7 – gray spacers
Make your DIY car in easy steps by using the link
7. Futuristic K’NEX car
Create a futuristic-style car in 2 easy steps. If you are a newbie with building K’NEX toys, this very simple model with help you to get started. With hits a futuristic appearance, you are sure to be in a spotlight on the road. Buckle up and be ready for your next adventure!
Gather around all the pieces you will need for assembly:
Connectors:
- 1 – white snowflake
- 4 – green corner pieces
- 4 – yellow half snowflakes
- 12 – grey connector (1)
- 2 – dark blue connectors (2)
- 14 – purple connectors (3)
- 4 – wheel lockers (4)
rods:
- 16 – tiny green
- 14 – small white
- 8 – dark blue
- 2 – medium yellow
Other:
- 4 – small wheels
- 2 – blue rings (5)
Take a look at the instructions provided here
Build and Bring Your Favorite Cars to Life
Enjoy the most engaging, exciting, and educational experience possible with K’NEX cars. DIY cars from the list are designed for various K’NEX enthusiasts to improve building skills and ages with their different features and complexity. Whether you want to learn about cars or just enjoy them, K’NEX home-made car projects offer hours of fun, creative time and enjoyment.
Do you want more inspiration? Go to our blog and find your favorite design!
