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8229 LEGO Technic Tread Trekker
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LEGO 8229 Tread Trekker is a Technic set from 1997 valued at $46 for new and sealed sets, up 110% from an original retail price of $21.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 1.62% since release. Used copies are valued between $15 and $20 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Tread Trekker since October 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8229 Tread Trekker is a Technic Tech Play set released in 1997, containing 185 pieces and 1 minifigure. Also known as the Technic Warthog, it is a 2-in-1 model built around a tracked vehicle that uses rubber tracks and sprockets, with a base unit that can be separated from the upper section. The set also includes alternate building options for a small plane and a forklift truck. It was designed to be motorized with set 8720 and originally came with a poster.

A new and sealed Tread Trekker is currently valued at around $46, with annual growth of approximately 2%. The average used price is $17 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $33 to $77. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $47 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $48.00
+4.2%
(US) - MISB. Box in fair condition with some creasing on the corners. No price stickers. N... $50.00
+8.5%
(ES) New in sealed box. Box excelletn with minor flaws, seals intact. Ask for pictures or ... $60.43
+31.1%
(IT) TECHNIC 8229 track NEW IN BOX SEALED VINTAGE TREAD TREKKER NEW MIB $80.87
+75.5%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - Technic Racing Figure w/ Black Helmet - 8225 8244 8714 8229 (tech012)
$15.95
--6.1%
(US) Used - Technic Racing Figure w/ Black Helmet - 8225 8244 8714 8229 (tech012)
$16.99
(US) Used - Technic Racing Figure - 8255 8244 8714 8229 (tech012)
$16.99
(US) Used - Technic Set 8229 Tread Trekker with Instructions and Good Stickers
$18.99

Figures

Tread Trekker contains 1 figure. The figure is also included in 2 other sets.
tech030
Technic Figure Black Legs
Technic figure with black legs, light gray top with 2 brown belts, black arms, and black helmet - tech030
3 sets
Value $20.00

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My Collection

Tread Trekker Reviews

20 reviews
4.6
Collectors
Investors
Technic-Dialog
“The Warthog from the Lego Technic series is a model which is difficult to categorise. On the one hand, it’s a car, on the other a plane. What’s unusual about it is that the top part (meaning the aeroplane) can be disconnected from the rest of the vehicle. Obviously, it’s not... More realistic at all, but it’s a funny little model.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de
Technicopedia
“The 8229 Tread Trekker is a very unusual convertible vehicle, not necessarily based on anything real. The upper part of the vehicle detaches from the base and becomes what appears to be a boat. Though the topic is unique, this Tech Play set is pretty simple and offers... More limited functionality but a good selection of the new parts.”
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 Tread Trekker set 8229 was released in January 1997, retailing for $22, but has since been retired. New, unopened Tread Trekker sets are valued at $46, while used sets can be found for $17 in good condition.
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8229 LEGO TECHNIC Warthog A 2-in-1 vehicle with tracks which can be snapped into two, the upper part can turn into a small plane whilst the lower part is an alternative vehicle. Also builds a fork lift truck which can be motorized with set no 8720. From 8 years.
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