Set Facts
- This LEGO set includes minifigures of Obi-Wan Kenobi and General Grievous with assorted weapons like an electrostaff, blaster pistol, and 4 lightsabers.
- Features of the Wheel Bike include a real turning wheel, fold-out clawed legs, double laser cannons, a flick missile, and a control seat.
- The set allows for the recreation of scenes from Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith.
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General Grievous' Wheel Bike Reviews
The Brothers Brick
“This is well-rounded set in terms of minifigs, parts, looks, and playability. The model captures the gritty look of General Grievous' wheel bike yet rolls easily. The parts selection is average, but the high parts count helps sell the set to builders. The new white version... More of General Grievous will surely be popular and is guaranteed to be popular among collectors. It's one of the best Star Wars sets in the low-medium price range.”
“The best part about this LEGO build is the Wheel Bike actually spins around. It works like a real wheel. It holds itself together perfectly. Very sturdy and solid build. The finished product truly is an amazing sight.”
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Subtheme Analysis
Lifespan
17 mos (this set 21 mos)
Annual growth
+10.34% (this set +13.99%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
General Grievous' Wheel Bike currently ranks #7 out of the top most owned sets in Star Wars Episode III.
About Star Wars Episode III
Episode III covers Revenge of the Sith, the last of the prequel films, released in 2005. Its first wave came out that spring, the same season as LEGO Star Wars: The Video Game, which retold the prequels in bricks and took the theme far beyond the toy shelf. The wave included 7251 Darth Vader Transformation, the scene on the medical table where Anakin first wears the suit.
Episode III consists of 50 sets that ran from 2005 to 2027. As of today,
7283 Ultimate Space Battle is the most valuable Episode III set with an estimated new/sealed value of $1,860.
Summary
Star Wars Episode III General Grievous' Wheel Bike set 75040 was released on February 18, 2014, retailing for $25, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $207, used ones can be found for $74.
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Beneath the planet surface of Utapau, Obi-Wan Kenobi is in hot pursuit of General Grievous on his all-terrain Wheel Bike with cool details like a real turning wheel, double laser cannons and flick missile. When the terrain gets tough, extend the fold-out clawed legs and ride the steepest slopes. Can Obi-Wan catch his Separatist rival and bring him to justice? Includes Obi-Wan Kenobi minifigure and General Grievous figure with assorted weapons.
Features real turning wheel, fold-out clawed legs, double laser cannons, flick missile and a control seat Weapons include a electrostaff, blaster pistol and 4 Lightsabers Spin the wheel and speed away
Load up the flick missile and fire Fold out the legs for climbing the steepest slopes
Catch General Grievous and bring him to justice Recreate exciting scenes from Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith
Measures over 5" (14cm) high, 6" (16cm) long and 4" (11cm) wide.
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