1. Sets
  2. Town
  3. Racing
6526 LEGO Racing Red Line Racer thumbnail image

6526 LEGO Racing Red Line Racer
Images 6
6526 LEGO Racing Red Line Racer
  • Red Line Racer thumbnail
  • Red Line Racer thumbnail
  • Red Line Racer thumbnail
  • Red Line Racer thumbnail
  • Red Line Racer thumbnail
  • Red Line Racer thumbnail

LEGO 6526 Red Line Racer is a vintage Town set from 1989 valued at $43 for new and sealed sets, up 978% from an original retail price of $3.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 4.07% since release. On the used market, values range from $3 to $4 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $40 and $59.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Red Line Racer since February 2017. Very high accuracy
LEGO 6526 Red Line Racer is a Town Racing set released in 1989, containing 47 pieces and 1 minifigure. It builds a red-and-black dragster with an exposed engine, a rear tail/wing, and large rear wheels. The cockpit features a driver’s seat and steering wheel, and the model includes a number 4 printed element. The set was also marketed as “Dragster” in some regions.

A new and sealed Red Line Racer is currently valued at around $43, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Racing sets. The average used price is $4 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $40 to $58. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $45 within the next year.
All regions

For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (ES) Set Description: NEW IN SEALED BOX Conditions: 5/10 box with damages in front and cr... $30.16
-29.9%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $40.00
-7.0%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. Single owner set, it was bought new off the shelf a... $40.00
-7.0%
(US) eBay listing for Red Line Racer $41.74
-3.0%
(ES) New in sealed box. with minor shelf wear with some tears. Ask for pictures $47.13
+9.5%
(US) Mint condition $50.00
+16.2%
(NL) BrickLink store De Brickplaats $59.82
+39.0%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $64.00
+48.7%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 6526 Red Line Racer.

Minifigs

Red Line Racer contains 1 minifig. The minifig is also included in 1 other set.
zip006
Male Racer
Minifigure with white jacket with zipper, white legs, red helmet, and trans-light blue visor - zip006
2 sets
Value $23.26

Sets in Town / Racing

6395 Victory Lap Raceway

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1988
Pieces / Minifigs 606 / 13
Availability Retired
6395 LEGO Racing Victory Lap Raceway
Retail $58.25
Value $661.47
Growth  +1035.6%
Annual growth 4.2%

6591 Nitro-Dragsters

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 143 / 2
Availability Retired
6591 LEGO Racing Nitro-Dragsters
Retail $11.99
Value $257.68
Growth  +2049.1%
Annual growth 5.4%

1665 Dual FX Racers

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1990
Pieces / Minifigs 108 / 3
Availability Retired
1665 LEGO Racing Dual FX Racers
Retail $8.75
Value $343.74
Growth  +3828.5%
Annual growth 7.1%

1518 Racing Service Crew

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 73 / 2
Availability Retired
1518 LEGO Racing Service Crew
Retail $6.99
Value $432.47
Growth  +6087.0%
Annual growth 9.2%

1517 Black Racing Car

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 32 / 1
Availability Retired
1517 LEGO Black Racing Car
Retail $2.49
Value $16.12
Growth  +547.4%
Annual growth 5.2%

6503 Sprint Racer

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1988
Pieces / Minifigs 32 / 1
Availability Retired
6503 LEGO Racing Sprint Racer
Retail $1.99
Value $51.78
Growth  +2502.0%
Annual growth 7.7%

1612 Victory Racer

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1988
Pieces / Minifigs 25 / 1
Availability Retired
1612 LEGO Racing Victory Racer
Retail $2.00
Value $29.73
Growth  +1386.5%
Annual growth 4.0%

1899 Race Car Number 1.

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 1
Availability Retired
1899 LEGO Racing Race Car Number 1.
Retail $1.99
Value $67.87
Growth  +3310.6%
Annual growth 10.0%

1631 Black Race Car

Theme / Subtheme Town / Racing
Year 1990
Pieces 23
Availability Retired
1631 LEGO Racing Black Race Car
Retail $1.99
Value $28.02
Growth  +1308.0%
Annual growth 7.6%

My Collection

Red Line Racer Reviews

15 reviews
4.7
Collectors
Investors
Brickipedia
“The drag racer is the main part of the set. This consists of an engine and a tail at the back, a seat for the driver, a steering wheel, a piece revealing that it is number 4, and a baseplate going to the front wheels. There are also large wheels at the back.”
Full review at brickipedia.fandom.com
Clabrisic
“Dragster from this set is very simple in design. The basic element in this type of cars are small and narrow front wheels with large and wide rear wheels. The long plate to the front wheels holds the number 4 in front of the driver's seat.”
Full review at clabrisic.com

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.
Read more