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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 $230 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $19.99, the set has gained 1051% in value since retiring in December 2008, with annual appreciation averaging 9.14%. On the used market, values range from $34 to $43 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $158 and $248.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Racer X and Taejo Togokhan since October 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.

A new and sealed Racer X and Taejo Togokhan is currently valued at around $230, with annual growth of approximately 9%. The average used price is $36 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $249 within the next year. The 2 included minifigs account for approximately 25% 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)

 (IT) BrickLink store Grumpy Bricks $161.71
-29.7%
(US) Speed Racer: Racer X & Taejo Togokhan (8159) MINT IN BOX
BrickEconomy Choice
$230.00
(US) Amazon listing for Racer X and Taejo Togokhan $241.50
+5.0%
(JP) Speed Racer Racer X & Taejo Togokhan 8159 In 2008 New Retired $248.00
+7.8%
(JP) Speed Racer Racer X & Taejo Togokhan 8159 In 2008 New Retired $249.99
+8.7%
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For Sale (Used)

 (FR) Used - 100% complete with Instruction. No Box $34.60
(US) Used - speed: Lotus Evija 76907 + Taejo racer 8159 + car 60060
$41.80
(US) Used - Speed Racer: Racer X & Taejo Togokhan (8159) - READ DESCRIPTION
$45.00

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 8159 Racer X and Taejo Togokhan.

Sale Trends

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Minifigs

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan contains 2 minifigs. The minifigure is exclusive to this set.
sr003
Racer X
Racer X - sr003
2 sets
Value $35.75
sr004
Taejo Togokahn
Taejo Togokahn wearing a white suit - sr004
Exclusive
Value $22.66

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 $357.05
Growth  +495.2%
Annual growth 7.8%

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 $158.82
Growth  +297.1%
Annual growth 6.3%

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 $536.06
Growth  +2581.6%
Annual growth 12.0%

My Collection

Racer X and Taejo Togokhan Reviews

61 reviews
4.7
Collectors
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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).”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com
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/factory sealed value of $536.
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 $230, used ones can be found for $36.
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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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