LEGO 5287 Plates and Gear Racks is a vintage Service Packs set from 1995 valued at $11 for new and sealed sets, up 165% from an original retail price of $3.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.20% since release. On the used market, values range from $9 to $11 based on condition.
LEGO 5287-1 Plates and Gear Racks is a Service Packs Technic set released in 1995, containing 18 pieces. It includes light gray gear racks (1 x 4 and 1 x 10 with holes), toothed Technic plates (1 x 5 with center axle hole, 1 x 8, and 1 x 10), black modified 2 x 2 plates with pin hole(s), a dark gray 3L axle with stud, and a light gray steering arm element. The assortment was sold as a supplemental parts pack for expanding Technic mechanisms, particularly rack-and-pinion and steering assemblies.
A new and sealed Plates and Gear Racks is currently valued at around $11, with annual growth of approximately 2%, which is lower than other Technic sets. The average used price is $9 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $10 to $11. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $11 within the next year.