Name: LEGO Technic Testcar
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 8865-1
Rating: 4.80 (29 reviews)

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Testcar since June 2016. Very high accuracy

LEGO 8865 Testcar was a 900 piece Technic set released in 1988. It features a V-4 engine, pop-up headlights, adjustable seats, rack-and-pinion steering, four-wheel independent suspension, and a 2-speed gearbox with neutral.

Today's value for a new, sealed Testcar is estimated around $470, with an average yearly gain of 1.9%, expected to level off to around 1.4% in the coming year. On secondary markets, the typical price range for the set MISB/NISB is between $441 and $518. Current used prices for Testcar range from $90 to $127, depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $106 for those in good overall condition.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

	(US) eBay listings for Testcar	~$456.08 -3.0%
	(ES) New in box. One seal is unglued. All still in original trays an polybags, box with we...	$462.81 -1.6%
	(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the...	$467.50 -0.6%
	(UK) Both seals loose, all parts new in unopened bags and trays. Box has slight wear, and ...	$483.62 +2.9%
	(DE) NEW, but box open. See original pictures	$559.94 +19.1%

For Sale (Used)

	(NL) Used, 100% complete, with instruction, without box	$90.74
	(US) Used - eBay listings for 8865 Testcar	~$104.07
	(BE) Used - The set is in good condition.Everything packed in zip-lock bags.Original instr...	$105.12
	(BE) Used - 100% Complete BL verified. With instructions, box with plastic inner protect...	$136.66

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/sealed 8865 Testcar.

Sets in Technic


	8855 Prop Plane Theme Technic Year 1988 Pieces / Figures 569 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $49.00 Value $243.58 Growth +397.1% Annual growth 4.1% I own this set I want this set

	8853 Excavator Theme Technic Year 1988 Pieces 326 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay Bricklink	Retail $32.00 Value $226.41 Growth +607.5% Annual growth 3.2% I own this set I want this set

	8832 Roadster Theme Technic Year 1988 Pieces 86 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay	Retail $9.50 Value $28.81 Growth +203.3% Annual growth 3.5% I own this set I want this set

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Set Details

Set number

8865-1

Name

Testcar

Theme

Technic

Year

1988

Availability

Retired

Pieces

900 (PPP $0.09)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$79.00

New/Sealed

Value

$470.19

Growth

+495.18%

Annual growth

+2.79% Decreasing

Future growth

+1.43% (2-3 year outlook)

90-day change

-3.72%

Used

Value

$105.63

Range

$89.87 - $126.75

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Price (new)

~$456.08

Price (used)

~$104.07

Bricklink

Buy

Lowest price

$462.81 (ES)

Highest price

$559.94

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

1 year forecast

$473.89

5 year forecast

$502.17

$498

$516

8865 Testcar is estimated to be worth between $498 - $516 in 5 years (new/sealed).

Set Facts

This is the first Technic auto chassis to feature a body.
The front wheels can be steered using a new wheel at the driver's position.
This set features a rear mounted V-4 engine. This is the first set to feature an engine in a V configuration other than the special engines set 858.
When the wheels turn, the pistons in the engine move up and down.

Regional Retail Prices

United States

$79.00

United Kingdom

£58.00

Testcar Reviews

29 reviews

4.8

Collectors

Investors

Technicopedia

“Set 8865, released in 1988, was the third generation auto chassis and improved upon the technology in the previous version, set 8860, in many ways. It features a 4 cylinder reciprocating engine in a V configuration, a 3 speed transmission, a working rear differential,... More working front and rear double wishbone suspension, rack and pinion steering, retractable headlights, and adjustable and reclining seats.”

Full review at www.technicopedia.com

Technic-Dialog

“This model is the successor of the legendary Car Chassis 8860. For the first time, not only the chassis but also the body was created. Secondly, the pistons in the engine were not installed transversely, but in a V-shape. And last but not least, the beautiful white rims were... More added. It’s a beautiful model, which is a lot of fun to assemble. Moreover, the construction is not as easy as with other models.”

Full review at technic-dialog.de

Theme Analysis

Technic

Sets

520

Years

1977 - 2025

Annual growth

+4.24% (this set +2.79%)

This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme

Community Stats

Testcar currently ranks #172 out of the top most owned sets in Technic.

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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.

Test Car. With V-4 engine, pop-up headlights (via a bar between the adjustable seats), rack-and-pinion steering, 4-wheel independent ‘suspension and a 2-speed gearbox plus neutral.

8865 LEGO Technic Testcar