Set Facts
- The set includes eight characters: Lightning McQueen, Francesco Bernoulli, Shu Todoroki, Mater, Guido, Luigi, and two Pit Crew Helpers.
- The pit area from the Tokyo World Grand Prix race measures over 14” (35 cm) wide and 6” (15 cm) tall.
- The start line measures over 11” (27 cm) wide and 5” (12 cm) tall.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Tokyo International Circuit Reviews
FBTB
“The main draw for anyone to want to own this set is because of Shu Todoroki; he's awesome but he's not $90 dollars awesome. It's also a good start for a racing diorama; just add a few more racers and you're set.”
Brickset
“For the Cars fanatic and maybe even people who are into just collecting new and/or unique parts, this set is definitely one you would want. Comes with 5 major characters of the Cars franchise: Guido, Luigi, Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Francesco. Overall, a nice and very... More playable set. I highly recommend this set.”
Full review at brickset.com
Subtheme Analysis
Lifespan
9 mos (this set 10 mos)
Annual growth
+5.29% (this set +7.70%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Tokyo International Circuit currently ranks #14 out of the top most owned sets in Cars Cars 2.
About Cars
The LEGO Cars 2 theme, introduced in 2011, was based on the Disney-Pixar animated film Cars 2. This LEGO series brought to life the movie's iconic characters and scenes, offering fans a range of sets that included stylized, brick-built versions of characters like Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Francesco Bernoulli. Through these sets, fans could recreate racing sequences, espionage adventures, and other memorable moments from the film in LEGO form.
Cars 2 consists of 19 sets that ran from 2011 to 2012. As of today,
8679 Tokyo International Circuit is the most valuable Cars 2 set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $290.
Summary
Cars Cars 2 Tokyo International Circuit set 8679 was released on May 12, 2011, retailing for $90, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $290, used ones can be found for $51.
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Take to the track in Tokyo and race your rivals!
It’s the first race of the World Grand Prix in Tokyo, Japan, and Lightning McQueen is speeding towards the finish line. Francesco and Shu Todoroki are pulling up to both sides, but his crew is cheering him on! Help him to find that last burst of speed and finish first!
Features large pit area from Tokyo World Grand Prix race, tools and equipment
Includes World Grand Prix Lightning McQueen, classic Mater, Luigi, Guido, Francesco Bernoulli, Shu Todoroki and 2 pit crew helpers
Collect the ultimate LEGO® Brand Cars™ build!
Measures over 14” (35cm) wide and 6” (15cm) tall
Start line measures over 11” (27cm) wide and 5” (12cm) tall
Pit crew helpers all measure over 1” (2cm) wide and 3” (7cm) long
Cars all measure over 1” (2cm) wide and 1” (2cm) tall
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