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8285 LEGO Technic Tow Truck
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Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Tow Truck since April 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8285 Tow Truck was a 1,877 piece Technic set released in 2006. It consists of a fully-functional Tow Truck with rack and pinion front wheel steering, operating crane, winch, and lift, detailed V6 engine, moving pistons, and spinning radiator fan.

It was retired in November 2008 with a lifespan of 13 months. The current value for a new and sealed Tow Truck is estimated at $598 with an average yearly gain of about 4%. On the secondary markets, the typical price range for the set MISB/NISB is between $543 and $668. The current used prices for Tow Truck can be found in the range of $160 and $211 depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $176 if it is in good overall condition.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)
(US) *** Best US listing for Tow Truck ***
BrickEconomy Choice
$999.95
Tow Truck from BrickLink seller Deepwoods
$511.35
-14.4%
(SE) 100% COMPLETE with BOX and all 6 MANUALS. Including 8287 SEALED motor box. Tow Truck ...
$535.38
-10.4%
(US) Brand new and factory sealed. No dents or creases. Excellent condition! This set was ...
$555.00
-7.1%
(DE) = Set is new but box has been opened. All inner bags still sealed and sticker unused=
$589.02
-1.4%
(JP) Technic Tow Truck 8285 Released in 2006 New
$601.99
+0.7%
(DE) TECHNIC: Tow Truck (8285) Neu OVP
$619.85
+3.7%
(US) Amazon listing for Tow Truck
~$627.46
+5.0%
(DE) LEGO Technic Set 8285 Tow Truck Neu & Versiegelt
$674.39
+12.9%
(CA) Box best for builders
$693.98
+16.1%
(DE) LEGO Technic Set 8285 Tow Truck Neu & Versiegelt
$738.63
+23.6%
(DE) Technic Technik 8285 Abschlepptruck. Seltene Chromversion !Neu/Ovp geffnet
$748.31
+25.2%
(AT) box has little bit shelf wear
$797.60
+33.5%
(US) NEW LEGO Technic Tow Truck 8285 Big Rig Semi Peterbilt Road Service Hauler Crane
$999.95
+67.3%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/sealed 8285 Tow Truck.

Sale Trends

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Sets in Technic

8289 Fire Truck

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 1,036
Availability Retired
8289 LEGO Technic Fire Truck
Retail $74.99
Value $140.86
Growth  87.8%
Annual growth 3.8%

8284 Dune Buggy / Tractor

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 872
Availability Retired
8284 LEGO Technic Dune Buggy / Tractor
Retail $59.99
Value $143.26
Growth  138.8%
Annual growth 8.5%

8288 Crawler Crane

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 800
Availability Retired
8288 LEGO Technic Crawler Crane
Retail $49.99
Value $435.55
Growth  771.3%
Annual growth 10.6%

8283 Telehandler

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 323
Availability Retired
8283 LEGO Technic Telehandler
Retail $29.99
Value $84.34
Growth  181.2%
Annual growth 6.3%

8282 Quad Bike

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 200
Availability Retired
8282 LEGO Technic Quad Bike
Retail $19.99
Value $33.26
Growth  66.4%
Annual growth 2.9%

8281 Mini Tractor

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 121
Availability Retired
8281 LEGO Technic Mini Tractor
Retail $9.99
Value $46.90
Growth  369.5%
Annual growth 6.6%

8287 Motor Box

Theme Technic
Year 2006
Pieces 93
Availability Retired
8287 LEGO Technic Motor Box
Retail $29.99
Value $139.26
Growth  364.4%
Annual growth 11.0%
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Tow Truck Reviews

23 reviews
4.9
Collectors
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Brickipedia
“The Tow Truck is equipped with rack and pinion front wheel steering, and an operating crane, winch and lift—just like a real tow truck. Its rear telescopic towing mechanism lifts pneumatically to tow stranded vehicles, while the ratchet-regulated winch secures the load. The... More motor will lift and lower the arm and pull the tow line up and down.”
Full review at brickipedia.fandom.com
BricktasticBlog
“This is a very highly sought after set, that will fetch a pretty high price on the secondary markets. Because of this, value for money will be pretty low, but you’ve got to think about what set it is you’re buying. An average new set from a secondary market will set you back... More well over $600, with a used set being closer to $230, but that may change from site to site.”
Full review at bricktasticblog.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 Tow Truck set 8285 was released on October 24, 2007, retailing for $120, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $598, used ones can be found for $176.
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This amazing, fully-functional Tow Truck is equipped with rack and pinion front wheel steering, and an operating crane, winch and lift -- the real thing! Its rear telescopic towing mechanism lifts pneumatically to rescue stranded vehicles, while the ratchet-regulated winch secures the load. Open the hood to reveal the detailed V6 engine with moving pistons and spinning radiator fan! Side compartments conceal manual controls for raising the hook or extending and lowering the boom.
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