These Lego sets might become collector’s items one day
13.12.2023
Translation: Eva Francis
Lego keeps discontinuing sets, making some of them rare and valuable. Read on to find out which ones might become collector’s items and increase in value in the future.
Lego sets are usually part of the range for about two years before they reach EOL (end of life) status. On its website, the toy manufacturer maintains a list of sets it will retire soon.
If Lego decides to discontinue a set, this may increase its value. But how to know which set will turn into a treasure one day? Unfortunately, there’s no formula for success. However, as a rule of thumb, sets from popular themes such as Star Wars or Harry Potter often have the potential to increase in value – especially limited editions.
The following Lego sets may be retired soon and increase in value:
LEGO Friends Apartments
10292, LEGO Friends, LEGO Rare sets, 2048 pieces
EUR277,27
LEGO bookshop
10270, LEGO Creator Expert, LEGO Rare sets, 2504 pieces
EUR209,06
LEGO Ford Mustang
10265, LEGO Creator Expert, LEGO Rare sets, 1471 pieces
EUR392,01
LEGO Black Panther
76215, LEGO Marvel, LEGO Rare sets, 2961 pieces
LEGO Colosseum
10276, LEGO Creator Expert, LEGO Rare sets, 9036 pieces
EUR583,89
LEGO UCS Republic Gunship
75309, LEGO Rare sets, LEGO Star Wars, 3292 pieces
EUR352,15
LEGO Police Station
10278, LEGO Creator Expert, LEGO Rare sets, 2923 pieces
LEGO Real Madrid - Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
10299, LEGO Icons, LEGO Rare sets, 5876 pieces
EUR159,–
LEGO lunar lander
10266, LEGO Creator Expert, LEGO Rare sets, 1087 pieces
After buying it, it’s crucial that you store your set in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. Be patient – it will take time for the true value of a Lego set to unfold. Keep an eye on the market, so you don’t miss the best time to sell. And don’t forget there’s no guarantee that every set will increase in value. The market is unpredictable.
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