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Technic
Hydrofoil 7

8223 LEGO Technic Hydrofoil 7

Name: LEGO Technic Hydrofoil 7
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 8223-1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.70 (9 reviews)

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LEGO 8223 Hydrofoil 7 is a vintage Technic set from 1996 valued at $32 for new and sealed sets, up 146% from an original retail price of $12.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.11% since release. On the used market, values range from $11 to $14 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Hydrofoil 7 since August 2016. Very high accuracy

LEGO 8223-1 Hydrofoil 7 is a Technic Tech Play set released in 1996, containing 124 pieces and 1 minifigure. The model depicts a small hydrofoil-style powerboat and was also known as Powerboat Columbia. Its main function is a rear 3-blade pusher propeller that spins through hidden wheels underneath the stern when the boat is pushed forward, while the propeller itself is not steerable. The set can also be motorized using the motor from set 8720.

A new and sealed Hydrofoil 7 is currently valued at around $32, with annual growth of approximately 2%. The average used price is $11 for those in good overall condition. The 1 included figure account for approximately 68% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $33 to $78.

All regions

All regions 7
United States 4
European Union 2
Canada 1

For Sale (New/Sealed)

	(US) * Best US listing for Hydrofoil 7 *	BrickEconomy Choice $79.99
	(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the...	$32.00
	(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the...	$32.00
	(CA) New in Sealed BoxOne Price Tag Front Right CornerVery LITTLE Shelf WearBox in GREAT C...	$33.66 +5.2%
	(FR) vintage technic 8223 Hydrofoil 7 new and sealed	$52.74 +64.8%
	(FR) Vintage Lego Technic 8223 Hydrofoil 7 New/New	$76.19 +138.1%
	(US) Technic 8223 90s Hydrofoil Vintage Kit New In Box Sealed Lego System	$79.99 +150.0%

Figures

Hydrofoil 7 contains 1 figure. The figure is also included in 1 other set.

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Technic Figure White Legs

2 sets

Value $21.65

Sets in Technic


	8480 Space Shuttle Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces 1,368 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $158.00 Value $835.67 Growth +428.9% Annual growth 3.7% I own this set I want this set

	8286 3-In-1 Car Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces / Figures 734 / 2 Availability Retired Buy this set at ebay Bricklink	Retail $84.00 Value $211.94 Growth +152.3% Annual growth 4.4% I own this set I want this set

	8425 Black Hawk Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces 465 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $49.50 Value $307.99 Growth +522.2% Annual growth 5.3% I own this set I want this set

	8456 Fiber Optic Multi Set Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces 404 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay Bricklink	Retail $74.00 Value $164.95 Growth +122.9% Annual growth 2.4% I own this set I want this set

	8443 Pneumatic Log Loader Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces 327 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $59.00 Value $211.20 Growth +258.0% Annual growth 4.2% I own this set I want this set

	8408 Desert Ranger Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces 289 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon ebay Bricklink	Retail $29.99 Value $82.65 Growth +175.6% Annual growth 3.6% I own this set I want this set

	8244 Convertables Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces / Figures 275 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $32.99 Value $76.20 Growth +131.0% Annual growth 2.7% I own this set I want this set

	8230 Coastal Cop Buggy Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces / Figures 175 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $21.99 Value $98.65 Growth +348.6% Annual growth 3.0% I own this set I want this set

	8207 Dune Duster Theme Technic Year 1996 Pieces 86 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $7.99 Value $39.94 Growth +399.9% Annual growth 5.5% I own this set I want this set

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Set Details

Set number

8223-1

Name

Hydrofoil 7

Theme

Technic

Year

1996

Availability

Retired

Pieces

124 (PPP $0.10)

Figures

1 (Value $21.65)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$12.99

New/Sealed

Value

$32.00

Growth

+146.34%

Annual growth

+3.11%

90-day change

0.32%

Used

Value

$11.26

Range

$11.00 - $13.51

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Lowest price

$52.74

Highest price

$79.99

Bricklink

Buy

Lowest price

$32.00

Highest price

$33.66

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

New/Sealed

Today's value

$32.00

1 year forecast

$33.00+3.11%

5 year forecast

$36.93+15.40%

$36

$38

8223 Hydrofoil 7 is projected to be valued between $36 - $38 within five years.

Insights

Retired Technic Hydrofoil 7 (8223) was a small, non-flagship 1990s Technic model whose functional mechanisms and Technic figure attract steady collector interest, and its long retirement and low remake risk support moderate upside, while lack of unique molds limits scarcity-driven growth.

Set Facts

When the boat moves, the propeller turns in the stern but it is not steerable. A pair of wheels hidden under the rear of the vehicle drive a 3-blade pusher propeller.
The set was a "Tech Play" set.
The boat can be motorized with the motor from set 8720.

Barcodes

UPC

042884082239

Hydrofoil 7 Reviews

9 reviews

4.7

Collectors

Investors

Technicopedia

“The second smallest set of 1996 was the oddly named 8223 Hydrofoil. Nothing in the design of this little set really suggests a hydrofoil, especially given the complete lack of foils. It appears to be something more like an air boat. Watercraft are among the rarest of... More Technic subjects, so it is always nice to see one.”

Full review at www.technicopedia.com

Theme Analysis

Technic

Sets

571

Years

1977 - 2026

Annual growth

+4.10% (this set +3.11%)

This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme

Community Stats

Hydrofoil 7 currently ranks #349 out of the top most owned sets in Technic.

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#5McLaren Formula 1 Race Car

#349Hydrofoil 7

#350Fork-Lift

#351Universal Motor Set

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.

Propeller driven via gear ratio. Also builds a light helicopter. Can be motorized with set 8720. From 8 years.

Set Pricing Models

BrickEconomy uses a number of methods to determine the value of a set.

New/Sealed

Machine Learning/AI Model

Value (today)

$32.00

Value (in a year)

$33.00

Value (in 2 years)

$33.99

Accuracy

0.960300 Very high

Statistical Model

Value (today)

$46.88

Value (in a year)

$48.45

Value (in two years)

$50.02

Accuracy

0.244791 Very low

Used

Machine Learning/AI Model

Value (today)

$11.26

Value (low range)

$11.00

Value (high range)

$13.51

Accuracy

0.905300 High

To learn more about how we calculate pricing and forecasting, check out our article on BrickEconomy’s Approach to LEGO Pricing and Future Value Predictions.

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