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8945 LEGO Bionicle Matoran Solek
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8945 LEGO Bionicle Matoran Solek
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LEGO 8945 Solek is a Bionicle set from 2008 currently valued at $48 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $6.99, the set has gained 581% in value since retiring in April 2009, with annual appreciation averaging 6.79%. On the used market, values range from $8 to $11 based on condition. The set's market is under some pressure, with a value that has slipped lately as well as slower growth than similar sets.

Solek Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Solek since November 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8945 Solek is a Bionicle Matoran set released in 2008, containing 14 pieces. The set builds the Av-Matoran Solek with yellow eyes, dual power blades, and a rocket booster. It features a connection point that allows Solek to attach to 8685 Toa Kopaka via a double-pin on the Toa’s back. This small figure follows the 2008 Matoran design with compact construction and articulated limbs.

Sealed copies of Solek go for about $48 today. Since it retired, the set has grown roughly 6.8% a year, and our forecast puts it near $52 by this time next year. The average used price is $10 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $73 to $98. The set was available for 16 months, from December 2007 to April 2009.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (GR) RARE LEGO BIONICLE 8945 SOLEK 2008 NEW SEALED $69.99
+47.0%
(HU) Solek from BrickLink seller BalJointSockets $44.78
-6.0%
(AT) Solek from BrickLink seller Dopfi $55.08
+15.7%
(DE) Solek from BrickLink seller MMEtrading $56.81
+19.3%
(US) Bionicle Solek 8945 - Lego 8945 $89.99
+89.0%
(US) Sealed LEGO BIONICLE: Solek (8945) Rate New Lb54 $99.51
+109.0%
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Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 8945 Solek.

Market Momentum

Bearish
Solek's value has eased over the last three months. It is growing more slowly than similar retired sets, placing it in the lower half of the Bionicle Matoran group for yearly growth.
SupplyTypical for Bionicle
Listings steady this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+7% typical for Matoran
+2% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:45% bearish·48% neutral·7% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Matoran sets

Over the past year Solek trailed similar sets and a higher starting price leaves it more ground to make up than most sets above it. That is why it ranks among the weakest Matoran sets.

#24 of 29
By growth since retail, +581%
+289%+1,908%
In the bottom quarter of the group.
#30 of 35
Used value as a share of new, 20%
9%93%
In the bottom quarter of the group.
Top sets by growthSince retail
18930 Dekar+1,908%
28947 Radiak+1,528%
38582 Matoro+1,514%
248945 Solek+581%

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Solek Questions

What does LEGO 8945 Solek sell for now?

Sealed in its box, Solek is currently valued at $48. That is down 17% on three months ago. Used copies are worth about $10.

Is LEGO 8945 Solek retired?

Yes. LEGO retired Solek in April 2009 after 16 months on store shelves, 5 months longer than the typical Matoran set. Sealed copies are now found only on the secondary market, so the price follows what collectors will pay.

How much has LEGO 8945 Solek gone up in value?

Solek has gained 581% on its original retail price of $6.99, or roughly 6.8% a year on average. That matches the Matoran average of 6.6% a year closely.

What will LEGO 8945 Solek be worth next year?

By this time next year, the forecast has Solek near $52, about 8% more than today. That is the view for the year ahead. In the short term the market reads bearish. The market signals lean toward a fall. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How big is LEGO 8945 Solek?

Solek has 14 pieces, or $0.50 per piece at retail.

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Solek Reviews

43 reviews
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“This have another parts, different arms and legs. The blades aren't very great, but with these arms that looks like vahki legs is very playable. He have a jetpack, like the another light matoran tanma and photok, also included on lewa. The head is too the same thing, don't... More very compatible in toa bodies. Solek can team up with any phantoka, but is more cool with kopaka than others.”
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About Bionicle Matoran

The Matoran are the villagers of BIONICLE, small figures each with a mask and a tool, belonging to one of the six elemental tribes, fire, water, air, earth, stone and ice. The first ones came in 2001, and they were the people the Toa heroes were sent to protect. Several of them became heroes later in the story. Takua became Takanuva, the Toa of Light, in 2003, and in 2006 Jaller, Hahli, Kongu, Nuparu, Hewkii and Matoro were turned into the Toa Inika.

Matoran consists of 35 sets that ran from 2001 to 2008. As of today, 8546 Bionicle Power Pack is the most valuable Matoran set with an estimated new/sealed value of $188.
Summary
Bionicle Matoran Solek set 8945 was released on December 15, 2007, retailing for $7, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $48, used ones can be found for $10.
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A new ally!

An expert on the ancient legends of the Toa, Solek has always wanted to be a hero like them. Now he has the chance to fight alongside his idols! Fights with dual power blades and rocket booster.

Combine with 8685 Kopaka Nuva for more action!
Solek has yellow eyes, rocket booster and 3½" (9cm) long twin power blades!
Stands 5½" (14cm) tall!
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