Watchly Safety Review

I Built A Working Car Using Only LEGOS

MrBeast

12:24 · 75.4M views · June 23, 2018

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

2Moderate Concerns

3Minor Flags

This video is safe for most kids but contains strong language and reckless behavior that may concern parents. The creators build a working car entirely from LEGOs and drive it on public roads, showing impressive engineering creativity and positive interactions with fans, but they also use mild profanity, ignore traffic laws, and make jokes about dying. Overall, it's an entertaining stunt video best suited for older children who can distinguish between real-life safety and YouTube antics.

Content Breakdown · 5 Categories

Strong & Crude LanguageSome

The transcript contains multiple instances of strong language, including bleeped profanity ('****', '****'), crude expressions ('hot as balls', 'dope af' in description), and mild vulgarity ('crap'). The language is frequent but not pervasive enough to reach the block threshold.

See evidence (9)

“Got the **** out the way”

“He was not having that ****”

“There's a **** cop”

“Can you get the **** outta the car?”

“What the **** are you doing?”

“I bet y'all are hot as balls in there”

“I bet you insurance is high as hell!”

“What the crap, man?”

“dope af (in description)”

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

Mild parasocial elements are present, including the description's 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' and 'Subscribe for a cookie' — these are playful but use guilt/humor to coerce engagement. The video itself does not contain deeper emotional manipulation.

See evidence (2)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG (description)”

“Subscribe for a cookie (description)”

Toxic Behavior ModelingSome

The video models several risky behaviors: driving an unsafe homemade vehicle on public roads, admitting to breaking the law ('We're done breaking the law, for today at least'), and reckless driving comments ('Those ding dogs are like let's be super reckless'). The creators acknowledge it's 'dangerous and illegal' but proceed anyway, which could normalize rule-breaking for young viewers.

See evidence (5)

“This is dangerous and illegal”

“We're done breaking the law, for today at least”

“Those ding dogs are like let's be super reckless at this exact second”

“Cop, cop, cop, cop, cop! Get over here”

“They told me technically I could have lost my license”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

Mild engagement baiting is present in the description ('SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG', 'Subscribe for a cookie') and a brief in-video thank-you for subscribers. These are playful but use mild guilt/humor to coerce engagement.

See evidence (3)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG (description)”

“Subscribe for a cookie (description)”

“We just hit 10,000 subscribers. Thank you.”

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentA little

The video contains mild stunt elements: driving a homemade Lego car on public roads, including on a highway. However, it is primarily a creative engineering project rather than a pure shock-value stunt. The content is not extreme enough to reach the warn threshold.

See evidence (4)

“I Built A Working Car Using Only LEGOS (title)”

“I CAN'T BELIEVE WE DROVE THIS ON THE HIGHWAY (description)”

“We're being passed!”

“Oh, that's a bump”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know that this video features adults building and driving a LEGO car on public roads, which is both dangerous and illegal. The creators use mild profanity (e.g., '****') and make jokes about death and accidents, though no real violence occurs. On the positive side, the video showcases teamwork, problem-solving, and engineering skills, as the car actually works and drives. Kids may be inspired to build their own LEGO creations, but parents should discuss the importance of safety and following laws, as the video models reckless behavior like driving without a license or registration.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the creators decided to build a LEGO car and drive it on real roads? Was it a good idea?
2What would you do if you saw someone driving a LEGO car on the highway? Is it safe?
3The video shows the creators breaking traffic laws. Why is it important to follow rules even when making a fun video?
4How did the creators work together to solve problems when the car broke down? Can you think of a time you worked with others to fix something?

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What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

This video is recommended for ages 10 and up due to mild profanity, reckless behavior, and jokes about death. Younger children may imitate the dangerous driving or misunderstand the humor.

Does the video contain any bad language?

Yes, there is mild profanity, including the word '****' used a few times. It's not excessive but may be inappropriate for younger viewers.

Is the LEGO car actually drivable?

Yes, the creators built a working LEGO car that drives on public roads. It uses LEGO tires and a real engine, though the video shows it breaking down and needing repairs.

Is it safe for kids to watch this video?

The video is safe in terms of no violence or sexual content, but it models dangerous and illegal behavior like driving without a license and ignoring traffic laws. Parents should watch with their kids and discuss safety.

What educational value does this video have?

The video demonstrates engineering and problem-solving skills, as the creators build and fix a LEGO car. It also shows teamwork and creativity, but the educational value is mixed with risky stunts.

Does the video have any hidden advertising?

No, there is no hidden advertising or sponsored content. The creators mention LEGO and a few brands like Sheetz and McDonald's in passing, but these are not paid promotions.