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1960-2 LEGO Special Value Set
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LEGO 1960 Special Value Set is a vintage Basic set from 1985 valued at $189 for new and sealed sets, up 1478% from an original retail price of $12.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 9.93% since release. On the used market, values range from $157 to $178 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $161 and $222.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Special Value Set since May 2024. High accuracy
LEGO 1960-2 Special Value Set is a Basic set released in 1985, containing 96 pieces. The set includes a selection of standard LEGO bricks, plates, slopes, and wheel elements for general building. It features parts in primary colors—red, blue, yellow, white, and black—and includes windows, doors, and axles for constructing simple vehicles and small structures. Sold primarily in Canada, the set was designed as an entry-level assortment for creative free building.

A new and sealed Special Value Set is currently valued at around $189, with annual growth of approximately 7%, which is higher than other Universal Building Set sets. The average used price is $157 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $143 to $200. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $207 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

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-15.3%
(AU) 10357 ICONS Shelby Cobra 427 S/C 1960s Sports Car - New Sealed Unopened $161.35
-14.8%
(US) MINT BOX NEW UNOPENED Lego Creator 10265 customizable 1960s Ford Mustang car $199.95
+5.6%
(US) Creator Expert Ford 1960's Mustang 10265 Brand New In Box 2019 - Mint $219.99
+16.2%
(JP) Vespa 125 1960s Toy Block 10298 Vehicle Motorcycle Gift $246.67
+30.3%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 1960-2 Special Value Set.

Minifigs

Special Value Set contains 1 minifig. The minifig is also included in 24 other sets.
4224c02
Basic Figure Finger Puppet Male
Male finger puppet - 4224c02
25 sets
Value $1.44

Sets in Basic / Universal Building Set

1512-2 Basic Set with Storage Case

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1985
Pieces / Minifigs 99 / 1
Availability Retired
1512-2 LEGO Basic Set with Storage Case
Retail $18.00
Value $103.56
Growth  +475.3%
Annual growth 4.4%

1474 Basic Building Set with Gift Item

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1991
Pieces / Minifigs 69 / 1
Availability Retired
1474 LEGO Basic Building Set with Gift Item
Retail $9.99
Value $51.76
Growth  +418.1%
Annual growth 4.8%

1514 Basic Building Set Trial Size

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1988
Pieces 46
Availability Retired
1514 LEGO Basic Building Set Trial Size
Retail $2.49
Value $26.38
Growth  +959.4%
Annual growth 6.4%

1560-3 Basic Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1985
Pieces 27
Availability Retired
1560-3 LEGO Basic Building Set
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Value $19.51
Annual growth 5.2%

1495 Basic Building Set Trial Size

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1988
Pieces 26
Availability Retired
1495 LEGO Basic Building Set Trial Size
Retail $1.49
Value $21.03
Growth  +1311.4%
Annual growth 6.2%

1521 Basic Building Set Trial Size

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1989
Pieces 24
Availability Retired
1521 LEGO Basic Building Set Trial Size
Retail $1.49
Value $17.52
Growth  +1075.8%
Annual growth 4.5%

390 Helicopter

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1986
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 1
Availability Retired
390 LEGO Helicopter
Retail $5.98
Value $81.55
Growth  +1263.7%
Annual growth 6.8%

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Special Value Set Reviews

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Is this LEGO set a good investment?
“As an investment, Special Value Set has performed fairly well over the years in the Universal Building Set theme, with total post-retirement growth around 1478%. It has also slightly outperformed its peers, averaging about 6.65% annually.”
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About Basic Universal Building Set

The LEGO Universal Building Set theme, also often referred to as the 'Universal' theme, was a series of sets released primarily in the 1970s and 1980s. These sets were somewhat similar in concept to the LEGO Basic theme. The primary characteristic of the Universal Building Set theme was its emphasis on open-ended creativity. The sets didn't belong to any specific storyline or detailed theme, like castle or space. Instead, they provided a mix of basic bricks and some specialized pieces, allowing builders to create a wide variety of models from a single set.

Universal Building Set consists of 8 sets that ran from 1985 to 1991. As of today, 1960-2 Special Value Set is the most valuable Universal Building Set set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $189.
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