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Go-Kart

6498 LEGO Racing Go-Kart

Name: LEGO Racing Go-Kart
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 6498-1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (5 reviews)

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LEGO 6498 Go-Kart is a Town set from 1999 valued at $13 for new and sealed sets, up 534% from an original retail price of $1.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 5.12% since release. On the used market, values range from $6 to $7 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Go-Kart since September 2016. Very high accuracy

LEGO 6498-1 Go-Kart is a Town Racing set released in 1999, containing 22 pieces and 1 minifigure. The set includes a small black go-kart with four rubber wheels, a yellow steering wheel, and a gray rear thruster. It also comes with a racer minifigure. Go-Kart was issued as a polybag version of set 6436-1.

A new and sealed Go-Kart is currently valued at around $13, with annual growth of approximately 3%, which is lower than other Racing sets. The average used price is $6 for those in good overall condition. The 1 included minifig account for approximately 88% of the set's total value. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $13 within the next year.

All regions

All regions 1
United States 1

For Sale (New/Sealed)

(US) System City Center 6498 Go-Kart Vintage/Rare - 1999 - Brand New Sealed

BrickEconomy Choice

$22.99

All regions

All regions 2
United States 2

For Sale (Used)

	(US) Used - eBay listing for 6498 Go-Kart	$6.00
	(US) Used - With original instructions, No box	$7.00

Minifigs

Go-Kart contains 1 minifig. The minifig is also included in 2 other sets.

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	60400 Go-Karts and Race Drivers Theme / Subtheme City / Racing Year 2024 Pieces / Minifigs 99 / 2 Availability Retail Buy this set at LEGO Amazon eBay	Retail $9.99 Available at retail I own this set I want this set

	30589 Go-Kart Racer Theme / Subtheme City / Racing Year 2022 Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay	Retail $4.99 Value $10.57 Growth +111.8% Annual growth 11.6% I own this set I want this set

	30314 Go-Kart Racer Theme / Subtheme City / Traffic Year 2015 Pieces / Minifigs 45 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $4.99 Value $6.97 Growth +39.7% Annual growth 2.8% I own this set I want this set

	31030 Red Go-Kart Theme / Subtheme Creator / 3 in 1 Year 2015 Pieces 106 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay	Retail $9.99 Value $19.35 Growth +93.7% Annual growth 4.5% I own this set I want this set

	6436 Go-Kart Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1999 Pieces / Minifigs 22 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay	Retail $1.99 Value $17.46 Growth +777.4% Annual growth 4.7% I own this set I want this set

	3056 Go-Kart Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1998 Pieces / Minifigs 23 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $1.99 Value $11.69 Growth +487.4% Annual growth 5.1% I own this set I want this set

	6400 Go-Kart Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1997 Pieces / Minifigs 23 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $1.99 Value $11.27 Growth +466.3% Annual growth 3.7% I own this set I want this set

	6406 Go-Kart Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1997 Pieces / Minifigs 23 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $1.99 Value $19.74 Growth +892.0% Annual growth 5.6% I own this set I want this set

	1760 Go-Kart Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1995 Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $1.99 Value $9.17 Growth +360.8% Annual growth 4.1% I own this set I want this set

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	6337 Fast Track Finish Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1996 Pieces / Minifigs 339 / 6 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay	Retail $39.99 Value $539.36 Growth +1248.7% Annual growth 5.2% I own this set I want this set

	1821 Rally Racers Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1996 Pieces / Minifigs 192 / 3 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay	Retail $10.99 Value $98.52 Growth +796.5% Annual growth 4.5% I own this set I want this set

	2554 Formula 1 Pit Stop Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1998 Pieces / Minifigs 168 / 5 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $12.50 Value $57.05 Growth +356.4% Annual growth 5.2% I own this set I want this set

	6546 Slick Racer Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1996 Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $3.99 Value $46.29 Growth +1060.2% Annual growth 6.4% I own this set I want this set

	2535 Formula 1 Racing Car Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1998 Pieces / Minifigs 30 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $1.99 Value $12.16 Growth +511.1% Annual growth 6.7% I own this set I want this set

	2886 Formula 1 Racing Car Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing Year 1997 Pieces 25 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay	Retail $1.99 Value $17.04 Growth +756.3% Annual growth 5.9% I own this set I want this set

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Set Details

Set number

6498-1

Name

Go-Kart

Theme

Town

Subtheme

Racing

Year

1999

Availability

Retired

Packaging

Polybag

Pieces

22 (PPP $0.09)

Minifigs

1 (Value $11.13)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$1.99

New/Sealed

Value

$12.61

Growth

+533.67%

Annual growth

+5.12%

90-day change

1.03%

Used

Value

$6.00

Range

$5.88 - $7.20

Quick Buy

eBay

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Lowest price

$22.99

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

New/Sealed

Today's value

$12.61

1 year forecast

$13.26+5.12%

5 year forecast

$15.81+25.36%

$15

$16

6498 Go-Kart is projected to be valued between $15 - $16 within five years.

Insights

Released late in the Town Racing subtheme and now retired, Go-Kart (6498) is a small, nostalgia-driven retail limited item that has seen stronger sealed returns from a low base, and its generic build and lack of unique molds, however, create substitution risk that likely caps upside.

Set Facts

This was the polybag version of 6436-1.

Go-Kart Reviews

5 reviews

4.5

Collectors

Investors

BrickEconomy Member Review

“This micro version of the iconic race car impresses with its sleek black, red, and white color scheme, complemented by a stylish twin exhaust. The minifigure’s detailed racing outfit, complete with sponsor logos and a striking blue visor, adds a nice touch. With well-proportioned wheels and a bright yellow steering wheel that fits perfectly, this compact model is both a fun build and a great display piece.”

Subtheme Analysis

Town / Racing

Sets

Years

1980 - 1999

Annual growth

+5.54% (this set +5.12%)

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

Community Stats

Go-Kart currently ranks #38 out of the top most owned sets in Town Racing.

#38Go-Kart

#40Go-Kart

About Town Racing

The LEGO Town Racing theme, active from 1980 to 1999, centered on motorsports and competitive racing. Key sets include 6395 Victory Lap Raceway, a comprehensive racing circuit with grandstands and pit areas, and 6335 Indy Transport, featuring a transporter truck and race cars for Indy-style racing. The 6337 Fast Track Finish set provided a finish line and race infrastructure to complete the racing experience.

Racing consists of 48 sets that ran from 1980 to 1999. As of today, 6395 Victory Lap Raceway is the most valuable Racing set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $661.

Set Pricing Models

BrickEconomy uses a number of methods to determine the value of a set.

New/Sealed

Machine Learning/AI Model

Value (today)

$12.61

Value (in a year)

$13.26

Value (in 2 years)

$13.90

Accuracy

0.920200 High

Statistical Model

Value (today)

$13.02

Value (in a year)

$13.52

Value (in two years)

$14.03

Accuracy

0.258433 Very low

Used

Machine Learning/AI Model

Value (today)

$6.00

Value (low range)

$5.88

Value (high range)

$7.20

Accuracy

0.865200 High

To learn more about how we calculate pricing and forecasting, check out our article on BrickEconomy’s Approach to LEGO Pricing and Future Value Predictions.

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