LEGO 183 Train Set with Motor and Signal is a vintage Trains set from 1976 valued at $839 for new and sealed sets, up 4096% from an original retail price of $20.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 7.77% since release. On the used market, values range from $133 to $352 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This represents the current new/sealed value of the set Train Set with Motor and Signal since January 1976. Medium accuracy
LEGO 183-1 Train Set with Motor and Signal is a Trains / 4.5V / 12V set released in 1976, containing 194 pieces. The set includes a motorized red locomotive with yellow windows, a black battery or cargo car marked “International Transport,” a blue work car with a crane, and a track layout that forms an oval. It also comes with a signal and a manual stopping mechanism that works with the battery car to control the train’s movement. The model is part of LEGO’s mid-1970s 4.5V train system, which combined battery-powered operation with simple trackside control features.

A new and sealed Train Set with Motor and Signal is currently valued at around $839, with annual growth of approximately 8%, which is higher than other 4.5V / 12V sets. The average used price is $276 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $899 within the next year.
Train Set with Motor and Signal has become a rare vintage set, as set 183-1 has not been seen for sale in new/good condition online or in retail for over one year. Its actual value is likely above the current estimate. The last brand new Train Set with Motor and Signal was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 183 Train Set with Motor and Signal at this time.

For Sale (Used)

(BE) Used - -complete but sign post has been glued and tip from crane hook is broken off-w... $123.20
(US) Used - eBay listing for 183 Train Set with Motor and Signal $140.19
(NL) Used - 100% complete with instructions (4/5). No box. Not tested. The signal sign is ... $141.61
(UK) Used - Complete with instructions and box.Stickers applied.Box is a bit tatty with so... $285.75

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