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42027 LEGO Technic Desert Racer
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42027 LEGO Technic Desert Racer
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LEGO 42027 Desert Racer is a Technic set valued at $29 for new and sealed sets, up 47% from an original retail price of $19.99. The set retired in December 2015 with annual appreciation averaging 2.08% since. Used copies are valued between $10 and $12 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $25 and $38.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

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LEGO 42027 Desert Racer is a Technic set released in 2014, containing 148 pieces. The model depicts a desert buggy-style racer and includes a pull-back motor, four large tires, a roll cage, top-mounted lights, a front winch, and angled exhaust. Its bodywork uses decals with a race number.

A new and sealed Desert Racer is currently valued at around $29, with annual growth of 2.1% that is expected to level off to around 1.4% in the coming year. The average used price is $10 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $26 to $50. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year. The set was available for 19 months, from May 2014 to December 2015.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) TECHNIC: Desert Racer (42027)
BrickEconomy Choice
$24.00
(US) NISB LEGO TECHNIC: Desert Racer (42027)-Building Car-New Retired 2014 $25.00
-14.9%
(US) TECHNIC: Desert Racer (42027) NEW IN BOX $25.00
-14.9%
(US) Technic Desert Racer 42027 Complete Set 149 Pieces Ages 7-14 Pull Back $25.95
-11.6%
(US) TECHNIC: Desert Racer (42027) Pull Back 149 Pieces Factory Sealed $29.95
+2.0%
(US) Sealed LEGO TECHNIC: Desert Racer (42027) Shelf Wear Ek7 $30.00
+2.2%
(US) Amazon listing for Desert Racer $30.83
+5.0%
(US) New LEGO Technic 42027 Desert Racer Model Kit Best Kid Gift 7-14 Years $32.00
+9.0%
(US) TECHNIC: Desert Racer (42027) $34.99
+19.2%
(US) BrickLink store Red Brick Manor $35.00
+19.2%
(US) New Sealed Rare Lego 42027 Technic Desert Racer Retired Hard to Find $39.95
+36.1%
(US) Brand new in sealed box - minor shelf wearAll LEGO come from a non-smoking and pet fr... $39.95
+36.1%
(US) Brand new in sealed box. $40.00
+36.2%
(US) Technic Desert Racer SET 42027 NEW $49.95
+70.1%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Sale Trends

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42029 Customised Pick-Up Truck

Theme Technic
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42024 Container Truck

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 948
Availability Retired
42024 LEGO Technic Container Truck
Retail $79.99
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Growth  +98.2%
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42023 Construction Crew

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 833
Availability Retired
42023 LEGO Technic Construction Crew
Retail $69.99
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Growth  +183.1%
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42028 Bulldozer

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 617
Availability Retired
42028 LEGO Technic Bulldozer
Retail $49.99
Value $202.12
Growth  +304.3%
Annual growth 7.3%

42022 Hot Rod

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 414
Availability Retired
42022 LEGO Technic Hot Rod
Retail $39.99
Value $59.25
Growth  +48.2%
Annual growth 2.4%

42021 Snowmobile

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 186
Availability Retired
42021 LEGO Technic Snowmobile
Retail $19.99
Value $65.33
Growth  +226.8%
Annual growth 8.3%

42020 Twin Rotor Helicopter

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 145
Availability Retired
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Retail $12.99
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Growth  +254.7%
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42026 Black Champion Racer

Theme Technic
Year 2014
Pieces 137
Availability Retired
42026 LEGO Technic Black Champion Racer
Retail $19.99
Value $42.99
Growth  +115.1%
Annual growth 5.1%

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Desert Racer Reviews

31 reviews
4.7
Collectors
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Eurobricks
“All in all, this is a nice little set, i really love the color and the fact that the designer of the set included some nice details on it: hood scoop, winch, exhaust pipes, roof lights. This is clearly a model for those who want a pull-back motor because, lets be honest, the... More price is a little steep for the piece count.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“The LEGO Technic Desert Racer features a pull-back motor, large tires, and a rugged frame with realistic elements like a roll cage, winch, and detailed exhaust system. Its durable build and high-speed functionality make it a strong performer for both display and motion, with the added bonus of compatibility for combining with another set to build a larger vehicle.”
 

About Technic

TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
Summary
Technic Desert Racer set 42027 was released on May 27, 2014, retailing for $20, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $29, while used sets sell around $10.
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This chunky Desert Racer is built for rugged driving. There is a pull-back motor to power it forward as well as 4 massive tires to tackle any obstacle. This great little model also features a roll-cage to protect the driver and a row of lights across the top. There's also a cool winch to get it out of tough spots as well as an angled exhaust and, as a finishing touch, the bodywork has decals and a race number. For an even more action-packed play experience, combine your model with 42026 Black Champion Racer to create a Race Truck with 2 pull-back motors! Features a tough front winch, roll cage, chunky tires, cool styling and a pull-back motor for fast-paced fun Use the tough front winch to get out of tough spots Technic elements to develop your building skills Ride the rough stuff with the chunky tires Desert Racer measures over 3" (8cm) high, 6" (17cm) long and 3" (9cm) wide Combine with 42026 Black Champion Racer to create an amazing Race Truck with 2 pull-back motors!...
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