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8680 LEGO Technic Arctic Rescue Base
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8680 LEGO Technic Arctic Rescue Base
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LEGO 8680 Arctic Rescue Base is a vintage Technic set from 1986 valued at $480 for new and sealed sets, up 566% from an original retail price of $72.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 4.46% since release. Used copies are valued between $93 and $122 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Arctic Rescue Base since November 2016. High accuracy
LEGO 8680 Arctic Rescue Base is a Technic Arctic set released in 1986, containing 523 pieces and 2 minifigures. The model depicts a mountain rescue base with a single-acting pneumatic system that raises a rear helicopter platform via a pair of tandem 64 mm actuators. A small one-man helicopter is stowed inside the base and can be lifted to the roof for takeoff, and the set includes snow ranger vehicles equipped with snow plows. The figures can be outfitted with skis, and the set was also known as Mountain Rescue Base.

A new and sealed Arctic Rescue Base is currently valued at around $480, with annual growth of approximately 4%. The average used price is $101 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $501 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $501 to $935.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (ES) New in box. one seal is unglued due its ages all, never removed from original box. al... $363.26
-24.3%
(NL) Bags are sealed. Box has playwear. Instructions puncholes. Overal condition 3/5. You ... $497.38
+3.7%
(DE) == Set is new and sealed in good condition. Please check pictures == $519.47
+8.3%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $540.00
+12.6%
(DE) TECHNIC: Arctic Rescue Base (8680) BNIB $928.84
+93.7%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 8680 Arctic Rescue Base $101.27
(HK) Used - with box(good condition) and instructions and minifigures white brick has disc... $120.00

Sets in Technic / Arctic

8660 Arctic Rescue Unit

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Arctic
Year 1986
Pieces / Figures 385 / 2
Availability Retired
8660 LEGO Technic Arctic Rescue Unit
Retail $42.00
Value $276.12
Growth  +557.4%
Annual growth 3.9%

8640 Polar Copter

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Arctic
Year 1986
Pieces / Figures 238 / 1
Availability Retired
8640 LEGO Technic Arctic Polar Copter
Retail $27.00
Value $201.38
Growth  +645.9%
Annual growth 5.2%

8620 Snow Scooter

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Arctic
Year 1986
Pieces / Figures 100 / 1
Availability Retired
8620 LEGO Technic Arctic Snow Scooter
Retail $14.00
Value $111.20
Growth  +694.3%
Annual growth 3.7%

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Arctic Rescue Base Reviews

31 reviews
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Technicopedia
“Set 8680 was released in 1986 as the largest of 4 sets in the new Arctic Action theme. This set features a helicopter with rotating rotors, an opening front ramp, a pneumatic rear helicopter lift, and two of the new Technic figures with a helmet, skis, and poles.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com
Technic-Dialog
“The Arctic Rescue Station from the Lego Technic series is one of four sets that belong to the theme Polar World. The station is the largest of these sets and also the base station. The model is really big, but still very simple. There are also very few functions, so that the... More fun falls by the wayside. Therefore there are no more than three stars in the overall rating.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de

About Technic Arctic

The LEGO Technic Arctic theme, active in 1986, features sets designed for Arctic exploration and rescue missions. Key sets in this theme include the "8680 Arctic Rescue Base," which serves as the central hub for Arctic operations with various mechanical functions. The "8640 Polar Copter" is a versatile helicopter equipped for Arctic conditions, featuring rotating blades and a winch mechanism. The "8660 Arctic Rescue Unit" includes a robust tracked vehicle designed to navigate harsh Arctic terrains, complete with functional steering and suspension.

Arctic was introduced in 1986 and currently consists of 4 sets. As of today, 8680 Arctic Rescue Base is the most valuable Arctic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $480.
Summary
Technic Arctic Arctic Rescue Base set 8680 was released in September 1986, retailing for $72, but has since been retired. New, unopened Arctic Rescue Base sets are valued at $480, while used sets can be found for $101 in good condition.
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Imagine a Mountain Rescue Base with a pneumatic powered helicopter platform. Or Snow Ranger vehicles with snow ploughs and the new action-figures which can even wear skis. They all add up to a really exciting new build-and-play idea. Though all the pieces fit with other LEGO® bricks the TECHNIC range has special girder beams to hold working details like gear wheels, differentials etc. And thanks to the building instructions for several models enclosed in each set they are easy to build. Even though they may look a bit challenging at first!
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