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1890 LEGO Racing Octan Racer
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LEGO 1890 Octan Racer is a vintage Town set from 1992 valued at $40 for new and sealed sets, up 1058% from an original retail price of $3.49. Annual appreciation has averaged 7.47% since release. On the used market, values range from $6 to $8 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This represents the current new/sealed value of the set Octan Racer since January 1992. Medium accuracy
LEGO 1890 Octan Racer is a Town Racing set released in 1992, containing 47 pieces and 1 minifigure. It builds a compact race car in white, red, and green Octan livery with logos and includes a driver minifigure. The set was released exclusively in North America as part of the 1891 Bonus Value Pack, also known as the Four Set Value Pack. Its branding ties to Octan, the fictional LEGO fuel company introduced to the Town range in 1992.

A new and sealed Octan Racer is currently valued at around $40, with annual growth of approximately 7%, which is higher than other Racing sets. The average used price is $7 for those in good overall condition. The 1 included minifig account for approximately 11% of the set's total value. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $43 within the next year.
Octan Racer (1890-1) 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 $40.41 may be much lower than its true market value. Released in 1992, 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 1890 Octan Racer at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - No Instructions included $6.00
(US) Used - All pieces and mini, no instructions or box $7.00
(CA) Used - Complete without instructions or box $7.20
(US) Used - 1890 Octan Racer 100% Complete NO Manual Or Box 1992
$8.99

Minifigs

Octan Racer contains 1 minifig. The minifig is also included in 3 other sets.
zip002
Male Racer
Minifigure with red jacket with zipper, red legs, red helmet, and trans-light blue visor - zip002
4 sets
Value $4.52

Contained In Sets

1891 Four Set Value Pack

Theme / Subtheme Promotional / Value Packs
Year 1992
Pieces 160
Availability Retired
1891 LEGO Four Set Value Pack
Retail $11.99
Value $646.11
Growth  +5288.7%
Annual growth 8.7%

Sets in Town / Racing

6539 Victory Cup Racers

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1993
Pieces / Minifigs 458 / 4
Availability Retired
6539 LEGO Racing Victory Cup Racers
Retail $41.99
Value $296.00
Growth  +604.9%
Annual growth 6.1%

6551 Checkered Flag 500

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1992
Pieces / Minifigs 193 / 6
Availability Retired
6551 LEGO Racing Checkered Flag 500
Retail $26.50
Value $240.50
Growth  +807.5%
Annual growth 5.5%

1992 Dragsters

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1993
Pieces / Minifigs 104 / 2
Availability Retired
1992 LEGO Racing Dragsters
Retail $7.75
Value $69.08
Growth  +791.4%
Annual growth 6.9%

1991 Racing Pick-Up Truck

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1993
Pieces / Minifigs 81 / 1
Availability Retired
1991 LEGO Racing Pick-Up Truck
Retail $6.99
Value $42.92
Growth  +514.0%
Annual growth 6.4%

6646 Screaming Patriot

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1991
Pieces / Minifigs 65 / 1
Availability Retired
6646 LEGO Racing Screaming Patriot
Retail $6.75
Value $75.12
Growth  +1012.9%
Annual growth 5.0%

6648 Mag Racer

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1992
Pieces / Minifigs 62 / 1
Availability Retired
6648 LEGO Racing Mag Racer
Retail $7.25
Value $39.70
Growth  +447.6%
Annual growth 4.8%

1477 Red Race Car Number 3

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1991
Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1
Availability Retired
1477 LEGO Racing Red Race Car Number 3
Retail $2.99
Value $236.10
Growth  +7796.3%
Annual growth 13.3%

6509 Red Devil Racer

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1991
Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1
Availability Retired
6509 LEGO Racing Red Devil Racer
Retail $1.99
Value $30.00
Growth  +1407.5%
Annual growth 5.8%

1990 Octan F1 Race Car

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1993
Pieces / Minifigs 35 / 1
Availability Retired
1990 LEGO Racing Octan F1 Race Car
Retail $1.99
Value $20.35
Growth  +922.6%
Annual growth 6.6%

1461 Turbo Force

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1992
Pieces / Minifigs 31 / 1
Availability Retired
1461 LEGO Racing Turbo Force
Retail $1.99
Value $28.98
Growth  +1356.3%
Annual growth 6.7%

1693 Racing Car

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1992
Pieces 26
Availability Retired
1693 LEGO Racing Car
Retail $1.99
Value $46.33
Growth  +2228.1%
Annual growth 8.4%

1611 Red Race Car

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1991
Pieces 21
Availability Retired
1611 LEGO Racing Red Race Car
Retail $1.99
Value $23.87
Growth  +1099.5%
Annual growth 6.1%

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Octan Racer Reviews

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“This compact racing car stands out with its unique engine design and the distinctive Octan wing, features rarely seen in small sets from the era. Despite its simplicity, it offers great playability and showcases clever design elements that set it apart from similar models of the time.”
 

About Town Racing

The LEGO Town Racing theme, active from 1980 to 1999, centered on motorsports and competitive racing. Key sets include 6395 Victory Lap Raceway, a comprehensive racing circuit with grandstands and pit areas, and 6335 Indy Transport, featuring a transporter truck and race cars for Indy-style racing. The 6337 Fast Track Finish set provided a finish line and race infrastructure to complete the racing experience.

Racing consists of 48 sets that ran from 1980 to 1999. As of today, 6395 Victory Lap Raceway is the most valuable Racing set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $683.
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