Most Valuable Lego Cars
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Certain Lego cars are worth a lot of money to collectors.Who doesn't love a good set of Legos? Apart from being an amazing toy, it's also a great investment. Lego collectibles can appreciate significantly in value, especially when they're kept in their original wrapping.
If you have a few Lego sets cluttering up your closet or your attic, you could be sitting on a gold mine. These are the most expensive and rare collectible Lego cars.
31. Formula Flash
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Released: 1995
Parts: 414
Retail price: $54
2022 price:$114.10
Bottom line: This retired Technic model has increased in value by 111 percent since it was first introduced in 1995. The Formula Flash isn’t overly ornate, but it makes up for it in speedy accuracy.
This is a highly sought-after racer’s model.
30 Model Team Ferrari
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Released: 1998
Parts: 580
Retail price: Free (promotional)
2022 price:$145.23
Bottom line: This promotional Model Team Ferrari was given out for free to hype up the Formula 1 race. So it could be in the contest for the largest raw wealth gain, as it cost literally nothing.
If you want to say you have a priceless piece of Lego, invest in this set.
29. Flower Car
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Released: 1985
Parts: 18
Retail price: $14.25
2022 price:$149.91
Bottom line: The Fabuland Lego Flower Car may not look like much, but the thing is, it’s adorable. This was a special run of Lego with unique little creatures rather than traditional Lego people.
28. Fire Chief’s Car
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Released: 1978
Parts: 17
Retail price: $3.49
2022 price:$202
Bottom line: Maybe the fire chief is going to the same place as the medic. It certainly is price point-wise, at least. The fire chief’s car has appreciated 5,000 percent since its release in 1978.
27. Medic’s Car
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Released: 1978
Parts: 26
Retail price: $3.49
2022 price:$226.77
Bottom line: Turn on all the sirens with the medic’s car, perfect for all those Lego-land injuries. Also known as the Red Cross car, this fancy vehicle comes with a tiny little medic figurine.
26. Antique Car
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Released: 1975
Parts: 115
Retail price: $2.49
2022 price:$244.73
Bottom line: A long time ago, this antique was made of an antique. It’s antiqueception. This antique car is a very early set consisting of only 115 parts.
And while it may only be worth $240 right now, it started off as under $3.
25. Model Team Hot Rod
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Released: 2004
Parts: 421
Retail price: $39.99
2022 price:$259.97
The hot rod has appreciated in value by 500 percent, starting at just $39.99 and rising to $259.97. Fans appreciate the bright red interior with the colorful blue external stylings.
24. The Ford Taunus
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Released: 1961
Parts: 1
Retail price: $1.65
2022 price $298.14
That isn’t a typo. At one point, it was the Ford Taunus. This tiny little vehicle was available in multiple colors, although all are now rare.
It continued to be produced into 1963, but because it was primarily a European vehicle, there weren’t a lot of them.
23. The Mercedes 220
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Released: 1961
Parts: 1
Retail price: $1.65
2022 price:$320.52
Bottom line: Don’t worry about your Mercedes 220. It comes with a neat little garage to keep it safe.
This Mercedes 220 is both looked for because it’s a cool car and because it’s a pretty rare vehicle.
It was also a great investment at under $2.
22. The Bedford Tow Truck
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Released: 1955
Parts: 1
Retail price: $1.40
2022 price:$329.07
Bottom line: The single-piece Bedford Tow Truck is one of the earliest pieces ever released by Lego, which explains the incredible markup of 23,000 percent.
For a long time, Lego released only individual bricks and an assortment of vehicles: the Bedford fire engine, Bedford tow truck, and Bedford delivery truck.
21. Car and Caravan
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Released: 1972
Parts: 93
Retail price: $2.25
2022 price:$342.90
Bottom line: The car and caravan will put you in a road-tripping mood. And just look at those profit margins.
This car and caravan model has been released and re-released a couple of times, showing that everyone needs a road trip from time to time.
20. Custom Rally Van
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Released: 1991
Parts: 551
Retail price: $49.50
2022 price:$380.69
Bottom line: The custom rally van is a realistic model team set adorned with the number 23.
While it may seem like a plain box car, it’s one of the most valuable sets released in the 1990s — if only because of its obscurity.
19. The Opel Rekord ($397)
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Released: 1961
Parts: 1
Retail price: $1.65
2022 price: $397.73
Bottom line: Designed to 1:87 scale, the Opel Rekord came with a tiny garage to place it in.
During this year, Lego released a large line-up of one-piece vehicles, perfect for maneuvering around their tiny Lego cities.
18. Karmann Ghia
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Released: 1961
Parts: 1
Retail price: $1.65
2022 price:$451.37
Bottom line: This adorable little utilitarian car, the Karmann Ghia, can be yours forever if you can find one.
This is one of the most valuable one-piece cars, in part because it was such an obscure vehicle (or, at least, it is today).
17. Technic Power Truck
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Released: 1981
Parts: 398
Retail price: $29.99
2022 price:$456.72
Bottom line: Obviously, over the years Lego started putting more into their vehicles. The first truck was one piece. This Technic power truck is nearly 400.
But going up in complexity didn’t necessarily mean going up in collectible value.
16. Test Car
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Released: 1988
Parts: 898
Retail price: $79.00
2022 price:$585.78
Bottom line: Live the life of a collision dummy with the test car. Just how stable are those Lego blocks, anyway?
If you’ve got one of these bouncing around uncrashed, you could make a lot of money. Or just enjoy a lot of nostalgia.
15. Technic Dune Buggy ($605)
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Released: 1981
Parts: 174
Retail price: $19.99
2022 price:$605.96
Bottom line: A Technic set, this dune buggy was also called the beach buggy. It’s perfect for going over rolling hills of sand, wherever they are.
As a set, it's relatively simple, but it's a great example of early Technic suspensions.
14. The Bedford Beetle
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Released: 1958
Parts: 1
Retail price: $4.00
2022 price:$617.10
Bottom line: Back in 1958, Lego released a variety of Volkswagen products, including the Bedford Beetle.
An entire kit with the Volkswagen shop and everything can go for quite a lot, but they’re also pretty pricey individually.
13. 1909 Rolls-Royce
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Released: 1976
Parts: 287
Retail price: $12.49
2022 price:$619.02
Bottom line: It’s not worth thousands, but it’s still worth something. If you have the 1909 Rolls-Royce, you have over $600 worth of Legos in your pocket.
Today, that could get you a whole space shuttle.
12. 1926 Renault
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Released: 1975
Parts: 237
Retail price: $12.49
2022 price:$669.30
Bottom line: You can’t get more classic than this 237-piece 1926 Renault. While the sleek lines may not transition elegantly to the Lego format, the value remains.
A sealed set of 1926 Renault lego blocks will get you nearly $700.
11. Technic Super Street Sensation
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Released: 1999
Parts: 1,437
Retail price: $129.99
2022 price:$737.18
Bottom line: If we’re being honest, the super street sensation started out a little expensive. But it’s well worth it.
A 1,400-plus piece set, the super street sensation builds out a roadster-like frame for super-fast (imaginary) driving.
10. Technic Super Car ($796)
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Released: 1994
Parts: 1,346
Retail price: $129.99
2022 price:$796.54
Bottom line: Back in the day, $130 was a lot to spend on Legos. But this Technic super car was worth it. Made from 1,300 parts, it’s one of the larger sets that was released that year.
It was also a favored toy for a lot of children, which means unopened packages are rare.
9. Police Car
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Released: 1973
Parts: 19
Retail price: $3.49
2022 price:$852.27
Bottom line: What crimes do you suppose occurred in Lego world? Well, this cop is on it.
The police car is one of the most valuable sets, possibly because Lego didn’t produce a lot of police cars throughout the 1950s and 1970s.
8. Ferrari 599
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Released: 2007
Parts: 1,327
Retail price: $109.99
2022 price:$855.07
Bottom line: While you might expect that "older is better," there are many expensive Lego sets that were released 10 to 20 years ago.
That’s because Lego sets have also become much larger and more expensive in general, such as this Lego Ferrari 599.
7. 1913 Cadillac
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Released: 1975
Parts: 200
Retail price: $12.49
2022 price:$1,109.90
Bottom line: Want to own a sports car? What about a piece of history? This 1913 Cadillac is only 200 pieces, but it goes for over $1,100.
At a growth of 8,000 percent since 1975, the 1913 Cadillac is one of the most valuable Lego sets.
6. Minitalia Delivery Truck
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Released: 1971
Parts: 64
Retail price: $5.25
2022 price:$1,719.52
Bottom line: The Minitalia delivery truck is a perfect piece of vintage ephemera. Published in 1971 never to return, it’s part of the Minitalia set which was only ever produced in Italy.
Because of its country origins, it’s much rarer than other Lego trucks.
5. 1952 Milk Truck
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Released: 1989
Parts: 133
Retail price: Free (Promotional)
2022 price:$2,000
Bottom line: Maybe it’s just because this Lego milk truck is charming, but it fetches a hefty price.
A promotional, free Lego set of 133 pieces, the Lego milk truck was released in Denmark to celebrate MD Foods/Arla Foods, a local grocery.
4. Model Team Giant Truck
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Released: 1996
Parts: 1,757
Retail price: $139.00
2022 price:$2,037.15
Bottom line: An impressively giant truck, this nearly 2,000-piece model was also known as the black cat.
It’s valuable in part due to its size and because it was part of a rare model team set released in 1996.
3. Jeep
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Released: 1968
Parts: 91
Retail price: $3.75
2022 price:$2,046.71
Bottom line: Two strong brands combine to produce one very expensive set of Legos. The Lego Jeep is small, unassuming and expensive.
It was released only in Europe and the United Kingdom, making it very rare.
2. Mercedes Shell Tanker
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Released: 1966
Parts: 1
Retail price: $2.40
2022 price:$2,276.24
Bottom line: Your Lego city has everything, huh? Well, does it have a Mercedes Shell tanker? We thought not.
A licensed Shell set that was only released in the continental Europe, this vehicle is primarily collectible due to its obscurity and its rarity.
Not a lot of kids were trying to get a Mercedes Shell tanker.
1. Maersk Line Container Lorry
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Released: 1980
Parts: 30
Retail price: Free (promotional)
2022 price:$2,782.34
Bottom line: A promotional release of products in Denmark, the container lorry is both valuable and (let’s face it) pretty niche.
A lot of Lego-land industrial products are very expensive now, especially their promotional products.
Other Lego Collectibles
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Those are just the most expensive Lego cars. There are many more expensive Lego sets out there for you to buy. Or build.
Take a look at the most expensive Lego sets in the world.