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8244 LEGO Technic Convertables
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LEGO 8244 Convertables is a vintage Technic set from 1996 valued at $76 for new and sealed sets, up 131% from an original retail price of $32.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 2.74% since release. On the used market, values range from $21 to $28 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $59 and $82.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Convertables since October 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8244 Convertables is a Technic Tech Play set released in 1996, containing 275 pieces and 1 minifigure. The set was designed around three interchangeable modules that can be snapped together in different combinations to create nine alternate models. These builds include a helicopter, breakdown truck, trike, sports car, and snow scooter. It was also referred to as the TECHNIC Transformator Set.

A new and sealed Convertables is currently valued at around $76, with annual growth of approximately 2%. The average used price is $24 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $78 within the next year. The 1 included figure account for approximately 26% of the set's total value.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) This set is BRAND NEW in box and the box is open, but all polybags are sealed and in ... $59.99
-21.3%
(NL) BrickLink store BetuweBricks $75.45
-1.0%
(US) NISB LEGO Technic Convertables (8244) RARE
BrickEconomy Choice
$79.99
+5.0%
(IT) Confezione aperta completa con segni di usura sui bordi ed angoli $81.25
+6.6%
(NL) NEW , polybags still sealed. Box can have shelfwear due to age. $85.66
+12.4%
(DE) 8244 Convertibles SEALED BAGS NEW MIB Technic Technic Original Box Vintage Retro $87.90
+15.4%
(FR) vintage technic 8244 Convertibles new sealed $105.49
+38.4%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 8244 Convertables.

Figures

Convertables contains 1 figure. The figure is also included in 2 other sets.
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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

Sets in Technic

8480 Space Shuttle

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces 1,368
Availability Retired
8480 LEGO Technic Space Shuttle
Retail $158.00
Value $835.67
Growth  +428.9%
Annual growth 3.7%

8286 3-In-1 Car

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces / Figures 734 / 2
Availability Retired
8286 LEGO Technic 3-In-1 Car
Retail $84.00
Value $211.94
Growth  +152.3%
Annual growth 4.4%

8425 Black Hawk

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces 465
Availability Retired
8425 LEGO Technic Black Hawk
Retail $49.50
Value $307.99
Growth  +522.2%
Annual growth 5.3%

8456 Fiber Optic Multi Set

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces 404
Availability Retired
8456 LEGO Technic Fiber Optic Multi Set
Retail $74.00
Value $164.95
Growth  +122.9%
Annual growth 2.4%

8443 Pneumatic Log Loader

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces 327
Availability Retired
8443 LEGO Technic Pneumatic Log Loader
Retail $59.00
Value $211.20
Growth  +258.0%
Annual growth 4.2%

8408 Desert Ranger

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces 289
Availability Retired
8408 LEGO Technic Desert Ranger
Retail $29.99
Value $82.65
Growth  +175.6%
Annual growth 3.6%

8230 Coastal Cop Buggy

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces / Figures 175 / 1
Availability Retired
8230 LEGO Technic Coastal Cop Buggy
Retail $21.99
Value $98.65
Growth  +348.6%
Annual growth 3.0%

8223 Hydrofoil 7

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces / Figures 124 / 1
Availability Retired
8223 LEGO Technic Hydrofoil 7
Retail $12.99
Value $32.00
Growth  +146.3%
Annual growth 3.1%

8207 Dune Duster

Theme Technic
Year 1996
Pieces 86
Availability Retired
8207 LEGO Technic Dune Duster
Retail $7.99
Value $39.94
Growth  +399.9%
Annual growth 5.5%

My Collection

Convertables Reviews

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4.6
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Technicopedia
“If ever there was a set that belonged firmly in the category of "Other", 8244 Convertables from 1996 would be it. Right from the start you'll note the spelling. If it said "convertibles" you might be tempted to think of some ragtop cars, but the set serves up something... More quite different, an apparent grand experiment by LEGO® to explore the limits of modular play. The fact that this had never been before makes it innovative. The fact that it has never been done again since speaks to its success or lack thereof.”
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 Convertables set 8244 was released in February 1996, retailing for $33, but has since been retired. New, unopened Convertables sets are valued at $76, while used sets can be found for $24.
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Instructions for 9 models built up from 3 basic modules which can be snapped together. The models include a helicopter, breakdown truck, a trike, sports car and snow scooter. The modules can be interchanged easily. From 8 years.
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