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088 LEGO 4.5V Super Set
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Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set 4.5V Super Set since June 2016. Medium accuracy
LEGO 088 4.5V Super Set was a 615 piece Universal Building Set set released in 1969. The 1969 LEGO set 088 LEGO 4.5V Super Set was an early motorized set designed to introduce electric motors to LEGO builds. It featured the 4.5V motor along with gears, axles, and various other elements, allowing builders to create functional models. This set showcased LEGO's innovation in adding motion to builds and was a precursor to the later Technic line.

It was retired in September 1971 with a lifespan of 32 months. The current value for a new and sealed 4.5V Super Set is estimated at $3,160, with an average annual growth of approximately 6%. On the open market, a used set will sell in the range of $217 and $266, depending on its condition.
4.5V Super Set is a relatively rare set, as we have not seen set 088-1 for sale in primary or secondary markets in over 6 months. The current value of this set might be slightly higher than our current estimate. The last brand new 4.5V Super Set was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 088 4.5V Super Set at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 088 4.5V Super Set $221.65
(BE) Used - nice set with nice box and plastick inner tray including a poster . the box is... $224.00

Sets in Universal Building Set / Basic Set

8-3 Basic Set #8

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 776
Availability Retired
8-3 LEGO Basic Set #8
Retail $19.00
Value $533.59
Growth  +2708.4%
Annual growth 6.6%

404 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces / Minifigs 467 / 3
Availability Retired
404 LEGO Building Set
Retail $39.99
Value $346.40
Growth  +766.2%
Annual growth 4.6%

7-3 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 415
Availability Retired
7-3 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $15.99
Value $236.25
Growth  +1377.5%
Annual growth 5.3%

402 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces / Minifigs 401 / 4
Availability Retired
402 LEGO Building Set
Retail $24.99
Value $308.68
Growth  +1135.2%
Annual growth 5.4%

114 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces 390
Availability Retired
114 LEGO Building Set
Retail $24.99
Value $199.95
Growth  +700.1%
Annual growth 4.1%

5-3 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 349
Availability Retired
5-3 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $6.99
Value $509.54
Growth  +7189.6%
Annual growth 9.6%

6-3 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 349
Availability Retired
6-3 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $12.99
Value $424.42
Growth  +3167.3%
Annual growth 6.9%

135 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 338
Availability Retired
135 LEGO Building Set
Retail $7.89
Value $399.99
Growth  +4969.6%
Annual growth 7.8%

145 Universal Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1974
Pieces 338
Availability Retired
145 LEGO Universal Building Set
Retail $19.99
Value $370.33
Growth  +1752.6%
Annual growth 4.5%

400 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces / Minifigs 294 / 3
Availability Retired
400 LEGO Building Set
Retail $24.99
Value $632.53
Growth  +2431.1%
Annual growth 7.2%

113 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces 293
Availability Retired
113 LEGO Building Set
Retail $16.99
Value $109.69
Growth  +545.6%
Annual growth 4.0%

125-2 Universal Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1974
Pieces 234
Availability Retired
125-2 LEGO Universal Building Set
Retail $15.99
Value $350.00
Growth  +2088.9%
Annual growth 6.0%

4-3 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 230
Availability Retired
4-3 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $8.99
Value $716.40
Growth  +7868.9%
Annual growth 8.8%

112 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces 200
Availability Retired
112 LEGO Building Set
Retail $18.99
Value $231.46
Growth  +1118.9%
Annual growth 5.4%

115 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 190
Availability Retired
115 LEGO Building Set
Retail $5.99
Value $240.45
Growth  +3914.2%
Annual growth 5.2%

2-7 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 184
Availability Retired
2-7 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $7.99
Value $143.48
Growth  +1695.7%
Annual growth 3.3%

3-4 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 184
Availability Retired
3-4 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $7.99
Value $202.91
Growth  +2439.5%
Annual growth 3.6%

111 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces 173
Availability Retired
111 LEGO Building Set
Retail $12.99
Value $150.00
Growth  +1054.7%
Annual growth 3.0%

105-2 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 149
Availability Retired
105-2 LEGO Building Set
Retail $6.00
Value $316.00
Growth  +5166.7%
Annual growth 7.9%

110 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces 131
Availability Retired
110 LEGO Building Set
Retail $9.99
Value $282.20
Growth  +2724.8%
Annual growth 7.4%

1-7 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 107
Availability Retired
1-7 LEGO Basic Set
Retail $5.99
Value $694.83
Growth  +11499.8%
Annual growth 9.6%

140-2 Bricks 'n Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1969
Pieces 96
Availability Retired
140-2 LEGO Bricks 'n Motor Set
Retail $6.95
Value $714.81
Growth  +10185.0%
Annual growth 8.6%

070 Universal Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1966
Availability Retired
070 LEGO Universal Building Set
Retail $15.50
Value $740.92
Growth  +4680.1%
Annual growth 6.8%

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About Universal Building Set Basic Set

The LEGO Universal Building Set Basic Sets theme, active from 1966 to 1977, provided a foundation for creative building with a variety of versatile bricks and elements. These sets were designed to encourage open-ended construction and imagination, featuring an assortment of basic bricks, plates, windows, and doors. They allowed builders to create anything from simple structures to more complex models, laying the groundwork for LEGO's emphasis on creativity and versatility. Key sets in this theme include 088 4.5V Super Set, which introduced motorized components powered by a 4.5-volt battery, enhancing the complexity and functionality of LEGO creations.

Basic Set consists of 24 sets that ran from 1966 to 1977. As of today, 088 4.5V Super Set is the most valuable Basic Set set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $3,160.
Summary
Universal Building Set Basic Set 4.5V Super Set set 088 was released in January 1969, retailing for $60, but has since been retired. New, unopened 4.5V Super Set sets are valued at $3,160, while used sets can be found for $222 in good condition.
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