LEGO 1497 Pitstop and Crew is a vintage Town set from 1987 valued at $106 for new and sealed sets, up 930% from an original retail price of $10.25. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.17% since release. Used copies are valued between $33 and $42 depending on condition.
LEGO 1497-1 Pitstop and Crew is a Town Racing set released in 1987, containing 124 pieces and 2 minifigures. The set includes a small pitstop, a race car, and racer and mechanic minifigures, along with equipment for servicing the vehicle. Its build centers on a simple racing team setup rather than a full track scene, with the pit area and accessories designed to support the car during stops. In some retail bonus pack offers, this set was sold with set 1496 Racing Rally Car included as a free item.
Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $112 within the next year. The 2 included minifigs account for approximately 30% of the set's total value.
Pitstop and Crew (1497-1) 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 $105.53 may be much lower than its true market value. Released in 1987, sealed sets in good condition are especially difficult to find, often commanding a premium well above estimates.
There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 1497 Pitstop and Crew at this time.