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LEGO 390 Helicopter is a vintage Basic set from 1986 valued at $81 for new and sealed sets, up 1250% from an original retail price of $5.98. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.73% since release. Used copies are valued between $5 and $6 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Helicopter since June 2016. Medium accuracy
LEGO 390-1 Helicopter is a Basic Universal Building Set released in 1986, containing 24 pieces and 1 minifigure. The set builds a yellow-and-red helicopter with blue skids and a blocky fuselage using a thick windshield element. Notable details include a printed “390” on a 2x3 brick and a spinning rotor that produces a distinct whirring sound. The included figure uses a Fabuland-style body paired with a human-like head featuring a molded nose and ears.

A new and sealed Helicopter is currently valued at around $81, with annual growth of approximately 7%, which is higher than other Universal Building Set sets. The average used price is $5 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $86 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $60 to $100.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) New Vintage Lego 390 Helicopter Fab13A Basic Figure Human Boy Blue Sealed
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$59.99
(US) VINTAGE LEGO BASIC SERIES HELICOPTER & MINIFIGURE SEALED MISB SET #390 1986 RARE $99.95
+23.8%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 390 Helicopter $4.95
(US) Used - complete but no instructions or box. (has play wear) $5.00
(US) Used - Some teeth marks on big propeller and playwear on a printed piece. Minifig see... $6.07

Minifigs

Helicopter contains 1 minifig. The minifigure is exclusive to this set.
fab13a alternate
Boy
Human boy in blue with black legs and brown hair - fab13a
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Retail $2.49
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Growth  +936.9%
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1560-3 Basic Building Set

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
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Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1988
Pieces 26
Availability Retired
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Retail $1.49
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1521 Basic Building Set Trial Size

Theme / Subtheme Basic / Universal Building Set
Year 1989
Pieces 24
Availability Retired
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Growth  +864.4%
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Helicopter Reviews

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“This vintage LEGO helicopter set from 1986 features a simple design but includes some interesting older elements, such as a unique printed brick and a thick windshield piece. The standout, however, is the minifigure, which shares similarities with Fabuland figures but has an unusual head design that sets it apart. While the build itself is basic, the inclusion of classic parts makes it a noteworthy look back at LEGO’s past.”
 

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 $177.
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