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8290 LEGO Technic Mini Forklift
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8290 LEGO Technic Mini Forklift
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LEGO 8290 Mini Forklift is a Technic set valued at $21 for new and sealed sets, up 157% from an original retail price of $7.99. The set retired in November 2008 with annual appreciation averaging 12.57% since. Used copies are valued between $6 and $8 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Mini Forklift since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8290 Mini Forklift is a Technic set released in 2008, containing 89 pieces. The main model is a compact forklift with a working mast and forks, and it includes a cargo pallet for lifting and transport functions. It is a 2-in-1 set, with instructions for rebuilding the parts into a dragster. The set focuses on simple mechanical play features in a small-scale Technic format.

A new and sealed Mini Forklift is currently valued at around $21, with annual growth of 8.4% that is expected to level off to around 2.5% in the coming year. The average used price is $6 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $21 within the next year. The set was available for 11 months, from December 2007 to November 2008.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) eBay listing for Mini Forklift $19.89
-3.0%
(NL) BrickLink store mamsjabricks $20.31
-1.0%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 8290 Mini Forklift $6.26
(NL) Used - Complete set with buidling instructions (2 Books). In very good condition. No ... $6.41
(NL) Used - 100% Complete Instructions Box Spare Parts $6.54
(NL) Used - 100% complete, no box or extra items, with instructions, parts in good conditi... $7.30

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 8290 Mini Forklift.

Contained In Sets

66318 Super Pack 4 in 1

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Value Packs
Year 2009
Pieces 984
Availability Retired
66318 LEGO Technic Super Pack 4 in 1
Retail $89.99
Value $220.32
Growth  +144.8%
Annual growth 5.4%

Sets in Technic

8295 Telescopic Handler

Theme Technic
Year 2008
Pieces 1,182
Availability Retired
8295 LEGO Technic Telescopic Handler
Retail $89.99
Value $253.96
Growth  +182.2%
Annual growth 3.4%

8297 Off-Roader

Theme Technic
Year 2008
Pieces 1,097
Availability Retired
8297 LEGO Technic Off-Roader
Retail $119.99
Value $264.46
Growth  +120.4%
Annual growth 4.9%

8292 Cherry Picker

Theme Technic
Year 2008
Pieces 726
Availability Retired
8292 LEGO Technic Cherry Picker
Retail $59.99
Value $331.04
Growth  +451.8%
Annual growth 6.5%

8294 Excavator

Theme Technic
Year 2008
Pieces 720
Availability Retired
8294 LEGO Technic Excavator
Retail $59.99
Value $175.84
Growth  +193.1%
Annual growth 4.8%

8291 Dirt Bike

Theme Technic
Year 2008
Pieces 248
Availability Retired
8291 LEGO Technic Dirt Bike
Retail $24.99
Value $93.06
Growth  +272.4%
Annual growth 5.6%

8296 Dune Buggy

Theme Technic
Year 2008
Pieces 199
Availability Retired
8296 LEGO Technic Dune Buggy
Retail $19.99
Value $61.94
Growth  +209.9%
Annual growth 6.7%

My Collection

Mini Forklift Reviews

64 reviews
4.7
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Eurobricks
“I would definitely recommend this set to anyone, whether you are a system or technic fan, this is perfect. It has great parts, and is pretty cheap. The alternate model is also very good.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com
BrickEconomy Expert Review
“Features a compact design with two instruction booklets for building a mini-forklift and a mini-dragster. Despite its modest size, it boasts a diverse parts selection, highlighted by a blue rubber band that enhances functionality, adding a lift mechanism to the forklift and suspension to the dragster.”
 

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 Mini Forklift set 8290 was released on December 22, 2007, retailing for $8, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $21, while used sets sell around $6.
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Lift and load! Easy to build and fun to play with, the LEGO TECHNIC Mini Forklift uses a working mast and forks to pick up the included cargo pallet, just like the real thing. Push forklift down to pick up pallet and slowly release to lift! Over 4' (10 cm) long and 3'½' (9 cm) tall! Includes instructions for rebuilding into a high-speed Dragster!
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