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8226 LEGO Technic Mud Masher
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LEGO 8226 Mud Masher is a Technic set from 1998 valued at $23 for new and sealed sets, up 81% from an original retail price of $12.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 1.87% since release. Used copies are valued between $9 and $11 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Mud Masher since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8226-1 Mud Masher is a Technic Tech Play set released in 1998, containing 127 pieces. The model is an off-road buggy with 43.2x28 small balloon tires, a ribbed hose roll cage, and a suspension and steering system that works by tipping the body. When the body is rolled to either side, the wheels lean into the turn, creating a distinctive four-wheel steering effect. The set was also known as Desert Stormer, and its functions could be motorized with Technic set 8735.

A new and sealed Mud Masher is currently valued at around $23, with annual growth of approximately 1%. The average used price is $9 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $24 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $23 to $29.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) NISB - A fairly good example. Box is in good shape, except for possible dents on the ... $23.00
-1.9%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $24.00
+2.3%
(US) Technic Mud Masher 8226 Sealed Vintage Retired Set
BrickEconomy Choice
$29.99
+27.9%
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For Sale (Used)

 (IT) Used - Vintage Instructions Instructions Set 8226 - Technic Mud Masher (1998)
$9.36
(IT) Used - Vintage Instructions Instructions Set 8226 - Technic Mud Masher (1998)
$9.36
(US) Used - - Technic - Model - Off-Road - Mud Masher #8226 w/One Sealed Bag COMPLETE
$9.99
(US) Used - Technic Buggy 8226 Mud Masher INSTRUCTIONS ONLY
$10.00
(US) Used - 100% complete with instruction booklet in good condition. Stickers applied wel... $10.00

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Theme Technic
Year 1998
Pieces / Figures 231 / 1
Availability Retired
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Retail $14.99
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8219 Racer

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Pieces 103
Availability Retired
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Retail $8.99
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8213 Spy Runner

Theme Technic
Year 1998
Pieces 98
Availability Retired
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Retail $9.99
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3054 Motorcycle

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Pieces 30
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2544 Motorcycle

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Retail $1.50
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Annual growth 5.2%

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Mud Masher Reviews

32 reviews
4.5
Collectors
Investors
Technic-Dialog
“The Desert Stormer from the Lego Technic series is a very special model. So far, it’s the first one whose wheels can be turned by moving the body. Say: when you push the body to the left, the wheels also go to the left, and so on. It’s a funny technique, about which I had no... More idea. However, the Desert Stormer doesn’t offer too much fun, so it gets no more than four stars in the overall rating.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de
Technicopedia
“The 8226 Mus Masher has only a single function: a very unusual suspension and steering system that operates by tipping the buggy. The roll cage is formed with new ribbed hoses. The model has no other features, but is actually a very good play model since it is so durable... More and easy to control.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.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 Mud Masher set 8226 was released in January 1998, retailing for $13, but has since been retired. New, unopened Mud Masher sets are valued at $23, while used sets can be found for $9 in good condition.
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