Name: LEGOLAND Aeroplane
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 609-1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.80 (29 reviews)

LEGO 609 Aeroplane is a vintage LEGOLAND set from 1972 valued at $73 for new and sealed sets, up 3293% from an original retail price of $2.15. Annual appreciation has averaged 4.72% since release. On the used market, values range from $8 to $19 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Aeroplane since January 2018. Medium accuracy

LEGO 609-1 Aeroplane is a LEGOLAND set released in 1972, containing 28 pieces. The model builds a small brick-built propeller aircraft with a simple fuselage, wings, and landing gear, reflecting the construction style of the pre-minifigure era. Its design uses basic bricks and plates with a spinning propeller to represent an early LEGO aircraft.

A new and sealed Aeroplane is currently valued at around $73, with annual growth of approximately 5%. The average used price is $12 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $76 within the next year.

Aeroplane is a relatively rare vintage set. We have not seen set 609-1 for sale in primary or secondary markets for over 6 months. Its market value is likely somewhat higher than our estimate. The last brand new Aeroplane was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 609 Aeroplane at this time.

For Sale (Used)

	(NL) Used - 100% complete. The lego is in a very nice condition. With original instruction...	$11.20
	(US) Used - eBay listing for 609 Aeroplane	$11.63
	(UK) Used - Set Complete with box and most of instructions. Parts in good condition. Box i...	$12.10
	(UK) Used - 100% COMPLETE with BOX and INSTRUCTIONS. All bricks are of the CORRECT AGE and...	$18.15
	(UK) Used - Complete with instructios and a nice box.	$19.05
	(UK) Used - Set complete with box and instructions. Good condition. Price sticker on box.	$19.36

Sets in LEGOLAND


	379-2 Car and Caravan Theme LEGOLAND Year 1972 Pieces 93 Availability Retired Buy this set at Bricklink	Retail $2.25 Value $453.60 Growth +20060.0% Annual growth 10.3% I own this set I want this set

	1550 Sterling Super Caravelle Theme LEGOLAND Year 1972 Pieces 49 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $4.49 Value $1,341.24 Growth +29771.7% Annual growth 11.1% I own this set I want this set

	1551-2 Sterling Baggage Train Theme LEGOLAND Year 1972 Pieces 49 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $4.49 Value $343.54 Growth +7551.2% Annual growth 8.4% I own this set I want this set

My Collection

I own this set

I want this set

Set Details

Set number

609-1

Name

Aeroplane

Theme

LEGOLAND

Year

1972

Availability

Retired

Pieces

28 (PPP $0.08)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$2.15

New/Sealed

Value

$72.95

Growth

+3293.02%

Annual growth

+4.72%

90-day change

3.51%

Used

Value

$11.63

Range

$8.36 - $18.86

Quick Buy

eBay

Check

Price (new)

$70.76

Price (used)

$11.63

Bricklink

Check

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

New/Sealed

Today's value

$72.95

1 year forecast

$76.39+4.72%

5 year forecast

$90.00+23.38%

$87

$92

609 Aeroplane is projected to be valued between $87 - $92 within five years.

Insights

Released long before collectors' modern boom and retired, the Aeroplane 609, an early LEGOLAND aircraft, draws nostalgia-driven interest for sealed examples and limited supply, and that thin trading volume can produce occasional volatility alongside long-term appreciation.

Set Facts

The set includes black modified 2x2 bricks with red wheels and black tires, as well as standard black plates in 2x2 and 2x8 sizes. It also features a variety of blue plates ranging from 1x1 to 2x8, red plates and tiles in multiple sizes, and several trans-clear elements including bricks, round bricks, and a slope.

Aeroplane Reviews

29 ratings

4.8

Collectors

Investors

Theme Analysis

LEGOLAND

Sets

166

Years

1969 - 1978

Annual growth

+5.89% (this set +4.72%)

This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme

Community Stats

Aeroplane currently ranks #64 out of the top most owned sets in LEGOLAND.

#64Aeroplane

#65Fire Engine

#66Forklift with Trailer

About LEGOLAND

The LEGO LEGOLAND theme, introduced in the 1970s and continuing into the 1980s, comprised sets that replicated everyday scenes, vehicles, and buildings in a more simplistic style than later themes. These sets, pre-dating the minifigure era, were designed to represent various aspects of life, from towns to vehicles to castles. The LEGOLAND theme was foundational in the evolution of LEGO, bridging the gap between basic brick building and the more themed, narrative-driven sets that would become standard in subsequent years.

609 LEGOLAND Aeroplane