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8042 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Pneumatic Set
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8042 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Pneumatic Set
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LEGO 8042 Multi Model Pneumatic Set is a vintage Technic set from 1993 valued at $117 for new and sealed sets, up 204% from an original retail price of $38.50. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.39% since release. On the used market, values range from $37 to $48 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Multi Model Pneumatic Set since December 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8042 Multi Model Pneumatic Set is a Technic Universal set released in 1993, containing 230 pieces. It features a pneumatic system with multiple cylinders and a switch, along with front axle steering. The set includes instructions for four alternate builds: a car, a forklift, a cherry picker, and a log loader. It is noted as the first Technic Universal set to include more than one pneumatic cylinder and a switch.

A new and sealed Multi Model Pneumatic Set is currently valued at around $117, with annual growth of approximately 2%, which is lower than other Universal sets. The average used price is $40 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $121 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) eBay listing for Multi Model Pneumatic Set $113.56
-3.0%
(ES) New in sealed box. Box excelletn with minor flaws, seals intact. Ask for pictures or ... $126.69
+8.2%
(CA) New Complete in Box with Instructions1 Price Tag Front Box Top Right CornerOpened by ... $141.93
+21.2%
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For Sale (Used)

 (NL) Used - complete, with instructions, no box, no extra parts $34.60
(US) Used - eBay listing for 8042 Multi Model Pneumatic Set $34.96
(DE) Used - good conditionno instructon, no box and no extra parts $35.31
(NL) Used - Complete, no spare parts. Playwear, but in overall good condition. All pneumat... $36.75

Sets in Technic / Universal

8094 Control Centre

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1990
Pieces 546
Availability Retired
8094 LEGO Technic Universal Control Centre
Retail $99.00
Value $465.92
Growth  +370.6%
Annual growth 3.7%

8082 Multi Model Control Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1993
Pieces 459
Availability Retired
8082 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Control Set
Retail $99.00
Value $300.00
Growth  +203.0%
Annual growth 2.8%

8062 Briefcase Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1994
Pieces 403
Availability Retired
8062 LEGO Technic Universal Briefcase Set
Retail $68.00
Value $227.66
Growth  +234.8%
Annual growth 4.3%

8074 Universal Set with Flex System

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1991
Pieces 313
Availability Retired
8074 LEGO Technic Universal Set with Flex System
Retail $69.00
Value $157.20
Growth  +127.8%
Annual growth 2.7%

8090 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 266
Availability Retired
8090 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $45.00
Value $318.84
Growth  +608.5%
Annual growth 4.6%

8064 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1990
Pieces 219
Availability Retired
8064 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $54.99
Value $125.63
Growth  +128.5%
Annual growth 2.3%

8032 Multi Functional Starter Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1994
Pieces 215
Availability Retired
8032 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Functional Starter Set
Retail $26.50
Value $62.70
Growth  +136.6%
Annual growth 1.8%

8044 Universal Pneumatic Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 198
Availability Retired
8044 LEGO Technic Universal Pneumatic Set
Retail $26.00
Value $76.96
Growth  +196.0%
Annual growth 2.7%

8054 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 196
Availability Retired
8054 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $39.00
Value $124.96
Growth  +220.4%
Annual growth 2.9%

8034 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 187
Availability Retired
8034 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $19.00
Value $64.33
Growth  +238.6%
Annual growth 3.0%

8055 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1986
Pieces 186
Availability Retired
8055 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $35.00
Value $140.15
Growth  +300.4%
Annual growth 4.5%

8035 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1986
Pieces 174
Availability Retired
8035 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $15.00
Value $64.54
Growth  +330.3%
Annual growth 3.7%

8040 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1984
Pieces 163
Availability Retired
8040 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $25.00
Value $142.33
Growth  +469.3%
Annual growth 5.0%

8030 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8030 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $15.00
Value $230.07
Growth  +1433.8%
Annual growth 5.3%

8050 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8050 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $35.00
Value $182.15
Growth  +420.4%
Annual growth 4.5%

8020 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1984
Pieces 119
Availability Retired
8020 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $9.99
Value $47.65
Growth  +377.0%
Annual growth 3.7%

8022 Multi Model Starter Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1993
Pieces 118
Availability Retired
8022 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Starter Set
Retail $15.50
Value $47.91
Growth  +209.1%
Annual growth 3.8%

8024 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 113
Availability Retired
8024 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $12.00
Value $54.99
Growth  +358.3%
Annual growth 3.3%

My Collection

Multi Model Pneumatic Set Reviews

35 reviews
4.7
Collectors
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Technic-Dialog
“The 8042 universal set is a pretty set from which at least four large models can be built. I built what I consider to be the best one and rated it accordingly.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de
Eurobricks
“This set has a ton of playability with four different models to build, and perhaps some innovation to be used for it as well. The rare, blue color on the Technic pieces also makes it a nice set to look for. Though it is nothing really extraordinary, it is a very good... More product, particularly to start someone out on pneumatics.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com
Technicopedia
“This blue universal set, released in 1993, is the best of the pneumatic universal sets in my opinion. The models are varied and unique and represent remarkably complex construction considering the relatively small number of parts.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com

About Technic Universal

The LEGO Technic Universal theme, active from 1982 to 1994, featured versatile sets designed to create multiple models and introduce builders to a wide range of Technic functions and mechanisms. Key sets in this theme include the "8094 Control Centre" (1990), which came with a control panel to operate motorized models and included various parts for building cranes, robots, and other machinery; the "8082 Multi Model Control Set" (1993), offering components to construct and control different motorized models; the "8074 Universal Set with Flex System" (1990), introducing flexible rods for creating complex movements and structures; and the "8022 Multi Model Starter Set" (1982), aimed at beginners, providing a variety of parts to build several basic models. These sets were instrumental in teaching builders about engineering principles and mechanical design.
Summary
Technic Universal Multi Model Pneumatic Set set 8042 was released in May 1993, retailing for $39, but has since been retired. New, unopened Multi Model Pneumatic Set sets are valued at $117, while used sets can be found for $40.
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LEGO TECHNIC Multi Model Pneumatic Set. Includes instructions for four different vehicles which all feature pneumatics and front axle steering. From 9 years.
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