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8846 LEGO Technic Tow Truck
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LEGO 8846 Tow Truck is a vintage Technic set from 1982 valued at $540 for new and sealed sets, up 719% from an original retail price of $65.90. Annual appreciation has averaged 2.77% since release. Used copies are valued between $56 and $73 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Tow Truck since May 2020. Medium accuracy
LEGO 8846 Tow Truck is a Technic set released in 1982, containing 379 pieces. Also known as Recovery Vehicle, it was part of the early studded-era Technic range and was released in Europe but not in the United States. The model is a tow truck with functional steering operated by an overhead control and a rear wheel-lift mechanism for raising a vehicle under tow. Like other Technic sets of the period, it emphasizes mechanical functions and includes instructions for building multiple models.

A new and sealed Tow Truck is currently valued at around $540, with annual growth of approximately 2%. The average used price is $61 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $554 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $552 to $581.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (IT) NEW Sealed MISB Set 8846 - Technic Tow Truck - 1982 SEALED $552.47
+2.4%
(IT) NEW Sealed MISB Set 8846 - Technic Tow Truck - 1982 SEALED $580.19
+7.5%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 8846 Tow Truck $60.80
(NL) Used - Complete set with original rope and rubber band, no instruction or box $64.26
(NL) Used - IN GOOD CONDITION, WITH INSTRUCTIONS, NO BOX $68.21

Sets in Technic

8090 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 266
Availability Retired
8090 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $45.00
Value $316.20
Growth  +602.7%
Annual growth 4.5%

8030 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8030 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $15.00
Value $223.40
Growth  +1389.3%
Annual growth 5.4%

8050 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8050 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $35.00
Value $149.96
Growth  +328.5%
Annual growth 4.1%

8700 Power Pack

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Supplementary
Year 1982
Pieces 26
Availability Retired
8700 LEGO Technic Power Pack
Retail $26.00
Value $65.00
Growth  +150.0%
Annual growth 1.6%

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Tow Truck Reviews

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“Set 8846 was released in 1981 but was never available in the USA. It features rack and pinion steering, a ratcheting rear boom hoist, a ratcheting and pivoting wheel lift, and a winch. Construction is primarily studded with the windscreen made up of old hinges rather than... More the new toothed elements. This model packs a lot of functionality into a small package. The ratcheting wheel lift supports heavy vehicles very well, and the twin winches really give this model a wide variety of vehicle pulling options.”
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 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 8846 was released in September 1982, retailing for $66, but has since been retired. New, unopened Tow Truck sets are valued at $540, while used sets can be found for $61 in good condition.
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LEGO Technical Sets offers a stable construction system giving lots of possibilities for detailed models with real-life functions. Like working motors, pistons, gears, wheels, steering, and much more. The sets include building instruction for 3 models or more. And once you’ve got hold of the idea you can construct your very own original models by using the technical elements and your imagination. Because these elements can be combined in numerous ways.
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