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744 LEGO Universal Building Set with Motor
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744 LEGO Universal Building Set with Motor
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  • Universal Building Set with Motor thumbnail
  • Universal Building Set with Motor thumbnail
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LEGO 744 Universal Building Set with Motor is a vintage Basic set from 1980 valued at $344 for new and sealed sets, up 483% from an original retail price of $59.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.90% since release. Used copies are valued between $93 and $120 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Universal Building Set with Motor since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 744-1 Universal Building Set with Motor is a Basic/Basic Set released in 1980, containing 537 pieces. It includes a 4.5V battery box and motor with gears and wheels to power simple mechanical builds and moving models. The set, also known as the Advanced Basic Set, provides instructions for multiple models using a motorized body with a gear reduction system. Parts selection spans basic bricks and plates alongside specialized elements such as hinge plates, tow-ball joints, and assorted mechanical components.

A new and sealed Universal Building Set with Motor is currently valued at around $344, with annual growth of 2.6% that is expected to level off to around 2.0% in the coming year. The average used price is $100 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $348 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $314 to $448.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (CA) Cheap international shippingNew, the plastic lid is opened but parts are new and the ... $299.99
-12.8%
(US) eBay listing for Universal Building Set with Motor $333.65
-3.0%
(NL) MIB. Box is intact, but old and yellowed by sunlight. All innertrays and parts brand ... $382.38
+11.2%
(SE) MISB (almost) - 6/10 box, fair overall condition. Seal is broken on botttom side to r... $461.52
+34.2%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - Universal Building Set (111) Complete READ
$85.00
--14.9%
(US) Used - Vintage Lego Basic 744 Universal Building Set almost complete; no motor, batte...
$99.00
--0.9%
(US) Used - Universal Building Set: Building Set (404/912) with manual-see description
$100.00
(US) Used - 744 Universal Building Set 100% Complete W/ Instructions, Motor, & Battery
$110.00
(NL) Used - 100% complete with instructions (4/5). No box. Nice condition. $115.54

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My Collection

Universal Building Set with Motor Reviews

21 reviews
4.7
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“This set also contains far more pieces (mostly yellow and black) than the 733 or 722 sets. The 744 uses larger wheels than does the 733 or 722, allowing larger creations (my favorite was a big moon-patrol exploration-type vehicle). It was a great set for those transitioning... More into the Technic realm, as it combined the best of the two worlds of Lego models and Technic sets.”
Full review at brickset.com

About Basic

Basic Sets or Universal sets were part of the LEGO Basic theme, which began in the 1970s, was designed to be a more general, non-thematic series of sets. Unlike the themed sets that revolve around specific stories, characters, or concepts (e.g., space, city, or pirates), the Basic theme provided a collection of standard LEGO bricks and pieces, often in a variety of colors. The goal was to encourage free building and creativity without the confines of a specific theme or narrative.

Basic Set consists of 8 sets that ran from 1977 to 1989. As of today, 372 Texas Rangers is the most valuable Basic Set set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $1,572.
Summary
Basic Basic Set Universal Building Set with Motor set 744 was released in June 1980, retailing for $59, but has since been retired. New, unopened Universal Building Set with Motor sets are valued at $344, while used sets can be found for $100 in good condition.
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The 3 new Advanced Basic Sets meet the demands of older children for more realism and complexity. The wider variety of pieces make it possible to build large, exciting models. There are building instruction in the boxes for some models and ideas for more.
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