LEGO 10231 Shuttle Expedition is a Advanced Models set from 2011 currently valued at $484 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $99.99, the set has gained 384% in value since retiring in April 2013, with annual appreciation averaging 5.49%. On the used market, values range from $187 to $250 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $431 and $549.
LEGO 10231 LEGO Space Shuttle Expedition is a 1,230 piece exclusive set with 3 minifgures released in 2011. Shuttle Expedition is a re-release of 10213 Shuttle Adventure and was first available to LEGO Ambassadors at LEGOLAND Billund.
Shuttle Expedition is a partially redesigned version of set 10213, Shuttle Adventure, which LEGO released in 2010. Released in the summer of 2011 the set is largely a strengthened 10213. The main changes are to the main fuel tank, landing gear, Canadarm, and cargo doors. Most of the changes are small, but the change to the main fuel tank is large, adding a long gray assembly between the SRBs and the main fuel tank. This makes the vehicle stronger but visually less realistic. The landing gear retracts, the cargo doors open, you can access the cockpit and fit the two astronauts inside, you can separate the different parts of the rocket assembly (SRBs, main fuel tank), you can "launch" the satellite with the arm, and you have a modest launch pad for holding the entire package.
A new and sealed Shuttle Expedition is currently valued at around $484, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Space sets. The average used price is $208 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $510 within the next year. The 3 included minifigs account for approximately 28% of the set's total value. The set was available for 22 months, from June 2011 to April 2013.