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LEGO 8250 Search Sub is a Technic set from 1997 valued at $86 for new and sealed sets, up 74% from an original retail price of $49.50. Annual appreciation has averaged 2.14% since release. Used copies are valued between $66 and $82 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Search Sub since September 2019. High accuracy
LEGO 8250 Search Sub is a Technic set released in 1997, containing 383 pieces and 1 pilot figure. The model is a submarine and was part of the Tech Play range, a short-lived Technic subtheme that combined mechanical functions with character-based play. It features a manually operated propeller and a pneumatic system with an air tank, and the included pilot figure is equipped with a wetsuit and SCUBA gear. The set was also issued as set 8299, a variant that included a CD-ROM with digital building instructions and a game.

A new and sealed Search Sub is currently valued at around $86, with annual growth of approximately 2%. The average used price is $69 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $88 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) Technic 8250 Search Submarine POSTER Pristine
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$99.99
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For Sale (Used)

 (CA) Used - Technic, retired model 8250 / 8299 - Search Sub
$64.66
--5.7%
(US) Used - TECHNIC 8250: Search Sub 100% Complete w/ and Instructions SEE DESCRIPTION
$69.99
(US) Used - 8250/8299 Technic Model Harbor Search Sub Set With Manual 99.8% Complete
$70.00
(US) Used - Technic: Search Sub (8250) good Condition vintage rare retired
$70.00
(CA) Used - Technic Search Sub 8250-8299 complete without original box
$73.19
(US) Used - TECHNIC 8250: Search Sub 100% Complete w/ Minifigure and Instructions
$80.00

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Search Sub Reviews

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Technicopedia
“The 8250 Search Sub is the first and only submarine in the Technic line (if you don't count the alternate model of 8480). This is a large model for the Tech Play line, but still has simple features in line with the other models in the line. Pneumatics had generally been... More reserved for advanced models, but here they broke into Tech Play and even included the new air tank.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com
Lego Maniacs' Guide
“The Search Sub is way cool! It incorporates the pneumatic air tank so you can store the air until it's needed. With other pneumatic sets, you move the switch and pump the air. The model performs the action. With this, pump air into the tank and when you want the claw to open... More or close, move the switch. You can continue this for about 7 opens and closes before you have to pump more air.”
Full review at adequate.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.
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