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8277 LEGO Technic Giant Model Set
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LEGO 8277 Giant Model Set is a Technic set from 1997 valued at $153 for new and sealed sets, up 283% from an original retail price of $39.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 4.62% since release. On the used market, values range from $62 to $83 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Giant Model Set since April 2017. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8277-1 Giant Model Set is a Technic Tech Play set released in 1997, containing 554 pieces. It was designed as a starter-style multi-model set with instructions for three main builds: a helicopter, a robot, and a mechanical cat. The models are based around a shared modular mechanical core unit, which has its own separate instruction manual and can be reassembled into different configurations. It is also one of the later Universal-style Technic sets to provide full instructions for three models along with plan views for three additional builds.

A new and sealed Giant Model Set is currently valued at around $153, with annual growth of approximately 5%. The average used price is $69 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $145 to $161. While long-term growth remains positive, recent trends indicate the rate of appreciation is slowing.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) *** Best US listing for Giant Model Set ***
BrickEconomy Choice
$159.99
(US) NIB. Ready to ship in 1 business day. Box has a puncture near bottom center on front ... $120.00
-21.7%
(US) Seal unbroken but unstuck. Shows shelf wear. $130.00
-15.2%
(DK) MISB $151.90
-0.9%
(CA) New Complete in Box+Instructions+Sticker Sheet NOT AppliedNo Price TagOpened by MESet... $153.54
+0.1%
(CA) New in Sealed BoxOne Price Tag Top Back Box Right CornerVery LITTLE Shelf WearBox in ... $158.22
+3.2%
(CA) New in Sealed BoxOne Price Tag Top Front Box Right CornerVery LITTLE Shelf WearBoxes ... $158.22
+3.2%
(US) TECHNIC Giant Model Set 8277 NEW FACTORY SEALED 1997 $159.99
+4.3%
(CA) New in Sealed BoxNo Price TagVery LITTLE Shelf WearBoxes in GREAT Condition $161.55
+5.3%
(US) Technic 8277 Giant Model Set Super Sized Robot 1997 Boxed 546 Pieces $165.00
+7.6%

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Giant Model Set Reviews

21 reviews
4.8
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“Make no mistake, this set is aptly named. Each of the 3 models is as physically large as anything ever released in the Technic line, and there are sixteen 16L Technic bricks included. Other than though, it doesn't have much going for it. The models are large, but generally... More don't have any more functionality than a micro model. The issue is probably that this set is really for beginners but the size of the set and box intimidated them into not buying it.”
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. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984.
Summary
Technic Giant Model Set set 8277 was released in January 1997, retailing for $40, but has since been retired. New, unopened Giant Model Set sets are valued at $153, while used sets can be found for $69.
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8277 LEGO TECHNIC Robochopper. A fun model which you can build in sections. Each section builds to form a robot or when taken apart smaller models can be constructed. Also builds a helicopter and sabre cat. From 8 years.
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