In 1978 LEGO released 9 Technic sets. The largest Technic set from 1978 was
956 Auto Chassis with a piece count of 599. The current estimated value of all these Technic sets from this year is about $3,967.60.
TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
1978 LEGO Sets
In 1978, LEGO released several new sets and themes, including the LEGO City theme, which expanded upon the city sets released in previous years and introduced new models of public transportation such as buses and taxis.