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8079 LEGO Atlantis Shadow Snapper
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LEGO 8079 Shadow Snapper is a Atlantis set valued at $66 for new and sealed sets, up 120% from an original retail price of $29.99. The set retired in January 2011 with annual appreciation averaging 4.25% since. Used copies are valued between $31 and $42 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $58 and $96.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Shadow Snapper since September 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8079 Shadow Snapper is an Atlantis set released in 2010, containing 246 pieces and 1 minifigure. The set features a giant armored turtle-like creature with poison spikes, sharp claws and teeth, and includes a yellow Atlantis treasure key, plus a compact combat sub equipped with dual flick-launching torpedoes and a spinning propeller. The included minifigure is the diver Lance Spears. The Shadow Snapper set was initially offered as a limited-edition release.

A new and sealed Shadow Snapper is currently valued at around $66, with annual growth of approximately 3%, which is lower than other Atlantis sets. The average used price is $35 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $69 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $65 to $100. The set was available for 12 months, from January 2010 to January 2011.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) *** Best US listing for Shadow Snapper ***
BrickEconomy Choice
$65.00
(US) Box is in good shape but has a long line / grove on back of box. All seals tightly a... $52.25
-20.6%
(US) BrickLink store The Whimsical World $56.00
-14.9%
(US) BrickLink store BrickChaser $56.53
-14.1%
(US) Box is in good shape with just a little shelf wear. All seals tightly attached. $58.90
-10.5%
(US) Atlantis: Shadow Snapper (8079) Limited Edition FACTORY SEALED $65.00
-1.3%
(US) BrickLink store Bricks Under Construction $67.49
+2.5%
(US) Amazon listing for Shadow Snapper $69.12
+5.0%
(US) BrickLink store Active Builders $78.80
+19.7%
(US) Atlantis: Shadow Snapper (8079) Retired. NISB. $85.00
+29.1%
(US) Atlantis 8079 Shadow Snapper NEW Sealed Retired Rare Limited Edition NISB $99.99
+51.9%
(US) Atlantis: Shadow Snapper (8079) New Sealed $99.99
+51.9%
(US) Atlantis 8079 Shadow Snapper NEW SEALED Limited Edition Rare Retired $99.99
+51.9%
(US) Atlantis: Shadow Snapper (8079) BRAND NEW IN BOX LIMITED EDITION $109.99
+67.1%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Minifigs

Shadow Snapper contains 1 minifig. The minifig is also included in 1 other set.
atl006a alternate
Lance Spears
Atlantis Diver 4 Lance Spears - atl006a
2 sets
Value $4.10

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My Collection

Shadow Snapper Reviews

44 reviews
4.7
Collectors
Investors
Brickset
“This is actually a very good set over all. You get a build for a giant black Atlantean Snapping Turtle and a modest sized one-man sub. And for those collecting them, there is a Yellow Atlantean Keyring. When you compare it to the other sets in the series, it's just right and... More many of the other Atlantean sets for 2010 that feature a Sea Creature as the main build or name for the set and then an Atlantean Diver.”
Full review at brickset.com
Eurobricks
“Many interesting parts especially for building monsters. The Bionicle fins can be used on all kinds of creatures. A bit expensive at MSRP for 246 pieces with a lot of small pieces. Overall: recommend to monster lovers, but if you only want to get one or two Atlantis sets,... More I'll go for something else.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Atlantis

The Atlantis was a theme introduced in 2010 whose story line is about a group of explorers that are searching the sea floor for the eponymous lost city of Atlantis from ancient myths. The theme reprises several elements from earlier underwater LEGO themes including Aquazone, Divers and Aqua Raiders. The Atlantis theme also has a more elaborate back story than its predecessors, showcased on a dedicated website. Each of the sets are equipped with a wide array of red futuristic underwater vehicles with light green viewports and weaponry.
Summary
Atlantis Shadow Snapper set 8079 was released on January 4, 2010, retailing for $30, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $66, while used sets sell around $35.
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Keep an eye on the shadows when this Atlantis guardian is around!

Covered in armored spikes and bristling with razor-sharp claws and teeth, the ferocious, amphibious Shadow Snapper is a deep-sea diver’s worst nightmare! A super-fast combat sub with dual flick-launching torpedoes is the Deep Salvage Crew diver’s only chance to get past this lurking leviathan and retrieve the yellow Atlantis treasure key…but will even this high-speed sub be quick enough for him to escape with the prize? Includes deep-sea diver minifigure.

Includes Shadow Snapper, combat sub and diver minifigure!
Yellow Atlantis treasure key included! Collect them all!
Fire the sub's dual flick-launching torpedoes!
Super-fast sub's propeller really spins!
Snapper measures 8" (20cm) long! Sub measures 5" (12cm) long!
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