In 1997 LEGO released 11 Service Packs sets across 4 subthemes. The largest Service Packs set from 1997 was
5392 Western Accessories with a piece count of 34 and a retail price of $4.99. The current estimated value of all these Service Packs sets from this year is about $285.50 which represents a 578.1% growth.
The LEGO Service Packs theme refers to supplementary sets that were released primarily from the late 1970s to the late 1990s. These packs provided additional parts, accessories, or specific components to complement existing LEGO sets. Rather than complete standalone models, Service Packs were intended to enhance or expand upon primary LEGO sets, allowing users to replace missing pieces, add more features to their builds, or customize their creations further.
1997 LEGO Sets
In 1997, the LEGO Group faced significant challenges as it grappled with a changing toy market and internal organizational shifts. While the company introduced its first-ever licensed theme, "Star Wars," laying the groundwork for one of its most successful and enduring lines, it also experienced a dip in sales for the first time since its inception. The LEGO Group recognized the need to innovate and diversify its product offerings beyond traditional brick sets, leading to endeavors in new areas like software and video games, with the launch of LEGO Island, its first PC game. This year marked a period of introspection and transformation for the iconic toy company.