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315-3 LEGO European Taxi
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LEGO 315 European Taxi is a vintage Classic set from 1963 valued at $86 for new and sealed sets, up 3710% from an original retail price of $2.25. Annual appreciation has averaged 5.95% since release. Used copies are valued between $11 and $43 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This represents the current new/sealed value of the set European Taxi since January 1963. Medium accuracy
LEGO 315-3 European Taxi is a Classic Vehicle set released in 1963, containing 48 pieces. It builds a European-style taxi using early LEGO bricks dominated by 2x4 and 1x2 elements. The instruction leaflet also presents alternate models such as a baby carriage, a dog, a locomotive, and a truck. The set was part of the Model Maker line produced by Samsonite under license for LEGO in North America. As an early-1960s release, it reflects the construction style and element palette of the period.

A new and sealed European Taxi is currently valued at around $86, with annual growth of approximately 6%, which is lower than other Vehicle sets. The average used price is $19 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $91 within the next year.
European Taxi has become a rare vintage set, as set 315-3 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 European Taxi was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 315-3 European Taxi at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 315-3 European Taxi $19.06
(UK) Used - Complete with Instructions and box. This set has black tyres. $30.75
(UK) Used - Complete with instructions and box.box has been ripped on front and side. $34.21
(UK) Used - 100% complete with box but no instructions. All in very good condition for age... $41.91

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Pieces 125
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329 Antique Car

Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1967
Pieces 124
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Retail $4.25
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Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1965
Pieces 120
Availability Retired
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312-4 Boats

Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1961
Pieces 107
Availability Retired
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Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1969
Pieces 102
Availability Retired
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Year 1968
Pieces 91
Availability Retired
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Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1967
Pieces 90
Availability Retired
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Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1964
Pieces 82
Availability Retired
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Year 1961
Pieces 79
Availability Retired
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Retail $4.25
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Growth  +22611.8%
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Year 1967
Pieces 78
Availability Retired
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Growth  +2798.7%
Annual growth 8.2%

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Year 1968
Pieces 76
Availability Retired
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Annual growth 9.5%

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Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1965
Pieces 74
Availability Retired
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331 Dump Truck

Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1967
Pieces 57
Availability Retired
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Retail $3.75
Value $340.74
Growth  +8986.4%
Annual growth 7.9%

332 Tow Truck

Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1967
Pieces 55
Availability Retired
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Retail $3.50
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Growth  +11057.7%
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328-2 Biplane

Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1967
Pieces 50
Availability Retired
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Retail $2.25
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Growth  +19400.0%
Annual growth 9.6%

316-2 Farm Tractor

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Year 1963
Pieces 49
Availability Retired
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Growth  +9571.7%
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Year 1964
Pieces 46
Availability Retired
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Theme / Subtheme Classic / Vehicle
Year 1963
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European Taxi Reviews

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“This vintage LEGO set from 1963, known as the "European Taxi," is a product of the Samsonite era. It consists of basic bricks, including 2x4s and 1x2s, a 4x8 plate for structural support, and vintage wheels with rubber tires that often crack due to age. The design highlights the simplicity of early LEGO models but suffers from reduced clutch power in old bricks and a less stable construction. It comes with an instruction manual showing alternate builds like a baby carriage and locomotive. The original packaging includes a durable plastic... More container for brick storage.”
 

About Classic Vehicle

The LEGO Classic Vehicle theme from the 1960s featured sets that centered on creating various vehicles using LEGO bricks. Distinct from the more detailed and specialized vehicle sets of later years, the 1960s theme provided basic parts and simple designs to construct cars, trucks, and other common vehicles. These sets were a part of LEGO's effort to expand its product range and offer builders thematic sets that focused on everyday objects and transportation modes.

Vehicle consists of 24 sets that ran from 1961 to 1969. As of today, 330-3 Jeep is the most valuable Vehicle set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $3,064.
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