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8865 LEGO Technic Testcar
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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.

The current value for a new and sealed Testcar is estimated at $503, with an average annual growth of approximately 3%. On secondary markets, the typical price range for the set MISB/NISB is between $470 and $525. Current used prices for Testcar range from $80 to $108, depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $90 for those in good overall condition.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (ES) New in box. One seal is unglued. All still in original trays an polybags, box with we... $390.50
-22.3%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $467.50
-7.0%
(UK) Both seals loose, all parts new in unopened bags and trays. Box has slight wear, and ... $507.61
+1.0%
(UK) Box in good condition $508.00
+1.0%
(DE) NEW, but box open. See original pictures $524.95
+4.4%
(CH) BrickLink store heitho $551.69
+9.7%
(CH) BrickLink store heitho $575.16
+14.4%
(JP) 8865 Test Car TECHNIC 1988 Vintage $699.90
+39.2%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 8865 Testcar.

Sets in Technic

8855 Prop Plane

Theme Technic
Year 1988
Pieces / Figures 569 / 1
Availability Retired
8855 LEGO Technic Prop Plane
Retail $49.00
Value $239.86
Growth  +389.5%
Annual growth 3.7%

8853 Excavator

Theme Technic
Year 1988
Pieces 326
Availability Retired
8853 LEGO Technic Excavator
Retail $32.00
Value $220.58
Growth  +589.3%
Annual growth 3.0%

8832 Roadster

Theme Technic
Year 1988
Pieces 86
Availability Retired
8832 LEGO Technic Roadster
Retail $9.50
Value $14.39
Growth  +51.5%
Annual growth 1.8%

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Testcar Reviews

29 reviews
4.8
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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

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.
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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.
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