LEGO 218 Firemen is a vintage Building Set with People set from 1977 valued at $382 for new and sealed sets, up 3924% from an original retail price of $9.49. Annual appreciation has averaged 7.84% since release. Used copies are valued between $78 and $100 depending on condition.
LEGO 218-1 Firemen is a Building Set with People set released in 1977, containing 274 pieces and 5 firefighter maxifigures. The set builds three fire vehicles: a pumper with a water tank trailer, a ladder truck, and a tow truck. It was distributed in Europe, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. In the United States, a corresponding release appeared as set 340-2 Fire Trucks.
A new and sealed Firemen is currently valued at around $382, with annual growth of approximately 8%, which is higher than other Building Set with People sets. The average used price is $83 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $409 within the next year.
Firemen (218-1) 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 $381.91 may be much lower than its true market value. Released in 1977, 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 218 Firemen at this time.