LEGO 001 Gears is a vintage Samsonite set from 1965 valued at $230 for new and sealed sets, up 4547% from an original retail price of $4.95. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.50% since release. Used copies are valued between $26 and $35 depending on condition.
LEGO 001-1 Gears (also listed as 001 GEARS) is a Samsonite Basic Set released in 1965 with 43 pieces. It includes 12 gears in assorted sizes and colors, featuring early Samsonite gear elements (14, 21, 35, and 42 tooth), a 4x4 turntable, wheels and smooth tires, and supporting plates and bricks for assembling gear mechanisms. Marketed to add motion when combined with other LEGO sets, it provided parts to build complete gear assemblies. The set was manufactured by Samsonite for the United States and Canada and was packaged in both a full-color box and a plain brown mailer.
A new and sealed Gears is currently valued at around $230, with annual growth of approximately 7%. The average used price is $29 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $244 within the next year.
Gears (001-1) is an exceptionally old and rare LEGO set. It has not been available online or in retail stores in good/new condition for over 2 years. Due to its rarity, the estimated value in sealed condition of $230.03 may understate its true worth, assuming one can even be found for sale. Since this set was released in 1965, finding it sealed and well-preserved is exceptionally difficult—making complete sets with intact boxes museum-grade collectibles.
There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 001 Gears at this time.