LEGO 801 Gear Set is a vintage Universal Building Set set from 1970 valued at $82 for new and sealed sets, up 1553% from an original retail price of $4.95. Annual appreciation has averaged 5.04% since release. Used copies are valued between $37 and $49 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $75 and $92.
LEGO 801-1 Gear Set is a Universal Building Set/Gears set released in 1970, containing 115 pieces. It includes a mix of bricks, plates, gears, axles, and wheels in red, yellow, black, blue, light gray, white, and metallic silver. The parts assortment features 9-tooth, 15-tooth, and 21-tooth gears for building simple mechanical models, along with red and black wheels with matching axles and smooth tires. Other notable elements include a light gray 2 x 4 hinge plate and a 10 x 20 brick with bottom tubes.
A new and sealed Gear Set is currently valued at around $82, with annual growth of approximately 3%, which is lower than other Gears sets. The average used price is $41 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $80 to $115. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year.