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140-2 LEGO Bricks 'n Motor Set
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140-2 LEGO Bricks 'n Motor Set
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LEGO 140 Bricks 'n Motor Set is a vintage Universal Building Set set from 1969 valued at $764 for new and sealed sets, up 10889% from an original retail price of $6.95. Annual appreciation has averaged 8.60% since release. On the used market, values range from $57 to $102 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This represents the current new/sealed value of the set Bricks 'n Motor Set since January 1969. Medium accuracy
The LEGO set 140-2 Bricks 'n Motor Set, released in 1969, consisted of 112 parts, including basic bricks and a motor component. This set allowed builders to add movement to their creations, marking it as a classic in LEGO's early years of motorized play. It is also called "Basic Set With Motor". The set includes a motor, battery case, and the necessary bricks to create a variety of novelty models. It also comes with building instructions. This version was released in the United States. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $824 within the next year.
Bricks 'n Motor Set (140-2) is a very old and rare LEGO set. It has not been available online or in retail stores in good/new condition for over 2 years. Because of its scarcity, the current estimated value of in new condition of $763.71 may be much lower than its true market value. Released in 1969, sealed sets in good condition are especially difficult to find, often commanding a premium well above estimates.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 140-2 Bricks 'n Motor Set at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 140-2 Bricks 'n Motor Set $84.69
(FR) Used - with instruction and with box $106.21

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Pieces 415
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Pieces 390
Availability Retired
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5-3 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
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Availability Retired
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6-3 Basic Set

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Pieces 349
Availability Retired
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135 Building Set

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Year 1973
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Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1974
Pieces 338
Availability Retired
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Retail $19.99
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Annual growth 2.8%

400 Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1977
Pieces / Minifigs 294 / 3
Availability Retired
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Retail $24.99
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Year 1977
Pieces 293
Availability Retired
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Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1974
Pieces 234
Availability Retired
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Retail $15.99
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Growth  +2067.6%
Annual growth 6.0%

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Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 230
Availability Retired
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Growth  +7845.4%
Annual growth 8.6%

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Year 1977
Pieces 200
Availability Retired
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Year 1973
Pieces 190
Availability Retired
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Year 1973
Pieces 184
Availability Retired
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Retail $7.99
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3-4 Basic Set

Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 184
Availability Retired
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111 Building Set

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Pieces 173
Availability Retired
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Theme / Subtheme Universal Building Set / Basic Set
Year 1973
Pieces 149
Availability Retired
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Retail $6.00
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110 Building Set

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Year 1977
Pieces 131
Availability Retired
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Retail $9.99
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Pieces 107
Availability Retired
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Availability Retired
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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 $3,505.
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140 bricks'n motor set Contains motor, battery case and the bricks required to build a range of novelty models. Building instructions included.
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