Interview with Mike Psiaki, designer of 10274 ECTO-1

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10274 ECTO-1 was developed by Mike Psiaki, further augmenting his extensive product portfolio. We spoke with Mike recently and discussed this vehicle as well as its existence within the 18+ selection and relationship with other sets.

Brickset: What prompted the creation of 10274 ECTO-1?

Mike: We have actually been considering the ECTO-1 for some time. A few years ago, we compiled an extensive list of cars which offer potential as LEGO models. We usually consider which of those models to produce during May, between two and three years before they become available. For instance, this year we discussed possible products for 2022.

10262 James Bond Aston Martin DB5 was well-received so there is evident interest in movie vehicles. We do want to maintain focus upon real vehicles as well though, hence leaving a gap between the 2018 model and 10274 ECTO-1. I think the ECTO-1 would be considered among the most famous film vehicles and its appearance in Ghostbusters: Afterlife just cemented that choice.

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