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8159 LEGO Speed Racer Racer X and Taejo Togokhan
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8159 LEGO Speed Racer Racer X and Taejo Togokhan
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LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan is a Racers set from 2008 currently valued at $214 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $19.99, the set has gained 969% in value since retiring in December 2008, with annual appreciation averaging 8.90%. On the used market, values range from $31 to $46 based on condition. Right now the market for it leans upward, on the back of faster growth than similar sets as well as a value that has risen in recent months.

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Racer X and Taejo Togokhan since November 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan is a Racers Speed Racer set released in 2008, containing 237 pieces and 2 minifigures. The set builds two minifigure-scale race cars, one red and black and one yellow and black, based on vehicles from the Speed Racer film. Included minifigures are Racer X and Taejo Togokhan, with Taejo in a white racing suit. In the United Kingdom, the set was released on April 6, 2008.

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan has climbed about 8.9% a year since retirement and is worth around $214 sealed. If the forecast is right, it keeps going, to about $277 in five years. The average used price is $38 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $233 to $456. The 2 included minifigs account for approximately 23% of the set's total value. The set was available for 8 months, from April 2008 to December 2008.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) Speed Racer: Racer X & Taejo Togokhan (8159) MINT IN BOX
BrickEconomy Choice
$230.00
(IT) Racer X and Taejo Togokhan from BrickLink seller aquilinux $159.09
-25.6%
(JP) Speed Racer Racer X & Taejo Togokhan 8159 In 2008 New Retired $248.00
+16.0%
(US) Speed Racer 8159 Racer X & Taejo Togokhan NISB $497.97
+132.9%
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For Sale (Used)

 (FR) Used - 100% complete with Instruction. No Box $34.60
(US) Used - Speed Racer: Racer X & Taejo Togokhan (8159) - READ DESCRIPTION
$45.00

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan.

Market Momentum

Bullish
This set is outpacing its theme and its value is climbing.
DemandUpper half in Racers
Moderate demand
12 months agoToday
SupplyTypical for Racers
Listings steady this week
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+5% typical for Racers
+28% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:7% bearish·63% neutral·30% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan Minifigs

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan contains 2 minifigures. Taejo Togokahn is exclusive to this set.
sr003
Racer X
Racer X - sr003
2 sets
Value $28.21
sr004
Taejo Togokahn
Taejo Togokahn wearing a white suit - sr004
Exclusive
Value $20.87

Compared with other Speed Racer sets

#38 of 117 retired Racers sets
Wanted for each member who owns it
This set
Typical
About 75% above the rate of retired Racers sets.
All Speed Racer setsValueSince retail
8158 Speed Racer & Snake Oiler$498+2,391%
8161 Grand Prix Race$439+631%
8160 Cruncher Block & Racer X$248+520%
8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan$214+969%

Sets in Racers / Speed Racer

8161 Grand Prix Race

Theme / Subtheme Racers / Speed Racer
Year 2008
Pieces / Minifigs 595 / 7
Availability Retired
8161 LEGO Speed Racer Grand Prix Race
Retail $59.99
Value $438.73
Growth  +631.3%
Annual growth 8.3%

8160 Cruncher Block & Racer X

Theme / Subtheme Racers / Speed Racer
Year 2008
Pieces / Minifigs 367 / 4
Availability Retired
8160 LEGO Speed Racer Cruncher Block & Racer X
Retail $39.99
Value $248.11
Growth  +520.4%
Annual growth 7.4%

8158 Speed Racer & Snake Oiler

Theme / Subtheme Racers / Speed Racer
Year 2008
Pieces / Minifigs 242 / 2
Availability Retired
8158 LEGO Speed Racer & Snake Oiler
Retail $19.99
Value $497.97
Growth  +2391.1%
Annual growth 11.7%

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan Questions

What is LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan worth?

Sealed in its box, Racer X and Taejo Togokhan is currently valued at $214. The value has risen 4% in the past 90 days. Used copies are worth about $38.

Is LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan still available?

No. LEGO retired Racer X and Taejo Togokhan in December 2008 after 8 months on sale, about as long as the typical Speed Racer set. New copies now come only from the secondary market, where sellers on eBay and BrickLink set the price.

How has LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan performed since its release?

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan is now worth 969% more than its $19.99 retail price, or roughly 8.9% a year on average. That is a little ahead of the Speed Racer average of 8.2% a year.

What is the one-year forecast for LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan?

BrickEconomy's forecast puts Racer X and Taejo Togokhan near $225 in twelve months, about 5% more than today. In the short term the market reads bullish too. This is an estimate and markets can change.

How many pieces does LEGO 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan have, and which minifigures are included?

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan is built from 237 pieces, or $0.08 per piece at retail. The 2 minifigures included are Racer X and Taejo Togokahn. Together the minifigures are worth about $49, roughly a quarter of the set's value, and Racer X is the most valuable at $28. Taejo Togokahn is exclusive to this set.

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Racer X and Taejo Togokhan Reviews

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Eurobricks
“This set is an excellent buy at $20 dollars, it's well designed and has lot's of details, it also has very unique minifigs. It's only downfalls are the lack of acessories for the minifigs and that there are no cool contraptions on the cars, and by "cool" I mean lethal to the... More other racer(s).”
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BrickEconomy Expert Review
“The set features two distinct minifigures: Racer X, donning a black overall with a prominent white 'X' and a matching helmet, reminiscent of the LEGO Batman theme's Bruce Wayne, and Taejo Togokhan, characterized by his white helmet without a visor and white overalls accented with red dragon markings, alongside an expressive angry face.”
 

About Racers Speed Racer

The LEGO Speed Racer was a theme based on the 2008 film Speed Racer. It consists of four sets which were first released in April 2008 when LEGO group acquired the rights from Warner Bros. to produce four sets based on the Speed Racer film.

Speed Racer was introduced in 2008 and currently consists of 4 sets. As of today, 8158 Speed Racer & Snake Oiler is the most valuable Speed Racer set with an estimated new/sealed value of $498.
Summary
Racers Speed Racer Racer X and Taejo Togokhan set 8159 was released on April 3, 2008, retailing for $20, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $214, used ones can be found for $38.
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With the mysterious Racer X and Taejo Togokhan teaming up together, Togokahn Motors is ready to win at the challenging Casa Cristo Classic cross-country road rally.

Includes Taejo and Racer X minifigures!
Includes Taejo's red and black racecar and Racer X's yellow and black racecar!
Racecars measure over 6" (16cm) long!
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