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8081 LEGO Technic Extreme Cruiser
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LEGO 8081 Extreme Cruiser is a Technic set from 2011 currently valued at $165 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $59.99, the set has gained 175% in value since retiring in October 2012, with annual appreciation averaging 7.69%. On the used market, values range from $44 to $53 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Extreme Cruiser since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8081 Extreme Cruiser is a Technic set released in 2011, containing 590 pieces. The build is a black and red off-road 4x4 featuring rooftop steering, 4-wheel suspension, opening hood, doors, and trunk, plus a working piston engine. It can be rebuilt into a custom off-road vehicle as an alternate model.

A new and sealed Extreme Cruiser is currently valued at around $165, with annual growth of 5.2% that is expected to level off to around 3.9% in the coming year. The average used price is $44 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $169 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $170 to $293. The set was available for 14 months, from August 2011 to October 2012.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) New Lego 8081 Extreme Cruiser Limited Edition ( Sealed Box )
BrickEconomy Choice
$124.99
(US) 8081 Technic Extreme Cruiser Limited Edition 2in1 - Factory sealed - Next b $149.90
-9.2%
(FR) Box 9/10 $169.27
+2.5%
(US) New/Sealed. LEGO: Technic: Extreme Cruiser $170.00
+3.0%
(US) Amazon listing for Extreme Cruiser $173.34
+5.0%
(US) New Lego Technic EXTREME CRUISER 8081 Factory Sealed 2011 Limited Edition MIMB $182.50
+10.5%
(US) TECHNIC: Extreme Cruiser (8081), Limited Edition (Factory Sealed Box) $190.00
+15.1%
(NL) NISB $197.26
+19.5%
(BE) BrickLink store Millennium Bricks $199.63
+20.9%
(US) Technic 8081 Extreme Cruiser NEW SUV Crossover Vehicle Hot Rod Roadster $199.99
+21.1%
(US) Technic Extreme Cruiser Set 8081 - 100% Verified Authentic and New $274.00
+66.0%
(US) Technic MODEL #8081 EXTREME CRUISER NEW Sealed - Off Roader $285.00
+72.6%
(US) New LEGO 8081 Technic Limited Edition Set $299.00
+81.1%
(US) TECHNIC: Extreme Cruiser (8081) $300.00
+81.7%
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Sale Trends

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Sets in Technic

8110 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 2,048
Availability Retired
8110 LEGO Technic Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400
Retail $199.99
Value $348.49
Growth  +74.3%
Annual growth 4.2%

8070 Super Car

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 1,281
Availability Retired
8070 LEGO Technic Super Car
Retail $119.99
Value $232.95
Growth  +94.1%
Annual growth 2.6%

8109 Flatbed Truck

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 1,115
Availability Retired
8109 LEGO Technic Flatbed Truck
Retail $99.99
Value $378.28
Growth  +278.3%
Annual growth 5.5%

8069 Backhoe Loader

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 609
Availability Retired
8069 LEGO Technic Backhoe Loader
Retail $59.99
Value $159.22
Growth  +165.4%
Annual growth 5.7%

8071 Bucket Truck

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 593
Availability Retired
8071 LEGO Technic Bucket Truck
Retail $49.99
Value $150.48
Growth  +201.0%
Annual growth 4.7%

8068 Rescue Helicopter

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 408
Availability Retired
8068 LEGO Technic Rescue Helicopter
Retail $39.99
Value $101.46
Growth  +153.7%
Annual growth 4.6%

8067 Mini Mobile Crane

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 292
Availability Retired
8067 LEGO Technic Mini Mobile Crane
Retail $24.99
Value $95.96
Growth  +284.0%
Annual growth 5.5%

8066 Off-Roader

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8066 LEGO Technic Off-Roader
Retail $19.99
Value $70.39
Growth  +252.1%
Annual growth 8.5%

8065 Mini Container Truck

Theme Technic
Year 2011
Pieces 119
Availability Retired
8065 LEGO Technic Mini Container Truck
Retail $10.99
Value $44.71
Growth  +306.8%
Annual growth 11.8%

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Extreme Cruiser Reviews

36 reviews
4.7
Collectors
Investors
The Lego Car Blog
“The cost of LEGO Technic has been climbing, and perhaps we don't need every Technic set to have all the features we'd like it to have straight out of the box. Most purchasers are not willing or could not afford to pay for a wealth of additional features on a set like 8081,... More yet new Technic builders will love this set as it teaches many technical aspects of automobiles and Technic design. It's also a good set to develop a growing parts collection, so experienced Technic builders should love it too.”
Full review at thelegocarblog.com
Eurobricks
“The suspension of the front tires is independent. The rear Tires are linked together and swings simultaneous up and down. Under the Hood is enough space for a V6 but the Engine is poorly a V4. It seems the 8081 should with this engine better called a "City SUV".”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Technic

TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
Summary
Technic Extreme Cruiser set 8081 was released on August 5, 2011, retailing for $60, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $165, used ones can be found for $44.
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Go to the extreme with this rugged cruiser! With real 4-wheel suspension, this Extreme Cruiser can handle the roughest terrain. Maneuver over hill and vale with the rooftop steering! Pop the hood and check out the working pistons as the cruiser moves! Open the doors and trunk! Rebuild into a custom off-road vehicle!

Rooftop steering enables you to drive smoothly over rough terrain
Suspension system on all 4 wheels gives this Extreme Cruiser a sturdy ride
Open the hood, doors and trunk!
Watch the pistons really move!
Rebuild into a custom off-road vehicle
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