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Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Universal Set since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8040 Universal Set was a 163 piece Technic set released in 1984. It was the first Universal Building Set to incorporate the new pneumatic system and includes instructions for 5 different models which include a dump truck, a plow, a car, a forklift and log loader.

The current value for a new and sealed Universal Set is estimated at $152 with an average yearly gain of about 4%. On the secondary markets, the typical price range for the set MISB/NISB is between $141 and $195. The current used prices for Universal Set can be found in the range of $21 and $32 depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $25 if it is in good overall condition.
All regions

For Sale (New/Sealed)
(DK) Totally new bricks, one seal is broken, intact. Box is 8/10 condition. A very nice ol...
$103.55
-31.9%
(DE) box condition 9/10 5 years special: each ordered set get a FREE randome Polybag: yes...
$136.47
-10.2%
(US) New in box. Has normal shelf wear and tear. Photos upon request.
$140.00
-7.9%
(US) eBay listings for Universal Set
~$147.43
-3.0%
(NL) New in sealed box! Has some very small shelf wear!
$150.20
-1.2%
(IE) New. one seal broken. Shows small signs of shelfwear. Few small stain dots on the fro...
$160.94
+5.9%
(IT) BrickLink store Mattoncini Prato
$167.09
+9.9%
(US) Excellent condition. Collectors piece. 10/10 Price tag applied.
$199.99
+31.6%
(DE) == Set is new and sealed in good condition ==
$213.51
+40.5%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/sealed 8040 Universal Set.

Sets in Technic / Universal

8094 Control Centre

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1990
Pieces 546
Availability Retired
8094 LEGO Technic Universal Control Centre
Retail $99.00
Value $769.78
Growth  677.6%
Annual growth 6.8%

8082 Multi Model Control Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1993
Pieces 459
Availability Retired
8082 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Control Set
Retail $99.00
Value $383.52
Growth  287.4%
Annual growth 5.2%

8062 Briefcase Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1994
Pieces 403
Availability Retired
8062 LEGO Technic Universal Briefcase Set
Retail $68.00
Value $270.01
Growth  297.1%
Annual growth 6.6%

8074 Universal Set with Flex System

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1991
Pieces 313
Availability Retired
8074 LEGO Technic Universal Set with Flex System
Retail $69.00
Value $166.95
Growth  142.0%
Annual growth 2.7%

8090 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 266
Availability Retired
8090 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Value $354.21

8042 Multi Model Pneumatic Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1993
Pieces 230
Availability Retired
8042 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Pneumatic Set
Retail $38.50
Value $130.92
Growth  240.1%
Annual growth 2.6%

8064 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1990
Pieces 219
Availability Retired
8064 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $54.99
Value $95.02
Growth  72.8%
Annual growth 1.9%

8032 Multi Functional Starter Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1994
Pieces 215
Availability Retired
8032 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Functional Starter Set
Retail $26.50
Value $68.13
Growth  157.1%
Annual growth 3.1%

8044 Universal Pneumatic Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 198
Availability Retired
8044 LEGO Technic Universal Pneumatic Set
Retail $26.00
Value $80.36
Growth  209.1%
Annual growth 1.9%

8054 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 196
Availability Retired
8054 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $39.00
Value $174.73
Growth  348.0%
Annual growth 4.7%

8034 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 187
Availability Retired
8034 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $19.00
Value $97.54
Growth  413.4%
Annual growth 3.6%

8055 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1986
Pieces 186
Availability Retired
8055 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Retail $35.00
Value $176.43
Growth  404.1%
Annual growth 2.6%

8035 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1986
Pieces 174
Availability Retired
8035 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $15.00
Value $57.12
Growth  280.8%
Annual growth 3.8%

8030 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8030 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Value $306.52

8050 Universal Motor Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1982
Pieces 141
Availability Retired
8050 LEGO Technic Universal Motor Set
Value $249.99

8020 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1984
Pieces 119
Availability Retired
8020 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $9.99
Value $36.50
Growth  265.4%
Annual growth 2.4%

8022 Multi Model Starter Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1993
Pieces 118
Availability Retired
8022 LEGO Technic Universal Multi Model Starter Set
Retail $15.50
Value $27.04
Growth  74.5%
Annual growth 4.6%

8024 Universal Set

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Universal
Year 1989
Pieces 113
Availability Retired
8024 LEGO Technic Universal Set
Retail $12.00
Value $74.53
Growth  521.1%
Annual growth 6.2%
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My Collection

Universal Set Reviews

3 reviews
4.6
Collectors
Investors
Technic-Dialog
“The universal set from the Lego Technic series is the very first set with the then-new pneumatic technic. From this set a total of five different models can be built according to the manual, all of which include pneumatic functions. I built what I consider to be the best... More model and rated it accordingly. Since it’s a set for beginners, the models are obviously somewhat simple. However, the lorry is robust so fun is guaranteed. Unfortunately, the bed can be toppled very easily. Overall, is gets four stars in the rating.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de
Technicopedia
“The dump truck features rack and pinion steering and a pneumatically dumping bed. The plow features rear rack and pinion steering and a plow which pneumatically raises and lowers. The car features rack and pinion steering which is turned by the pneumatic actuator with... More pressure driven by the rear wheels and the pump. The forklift features rear rack and pinion steering and forks which pneumatically raise and lower. The log loader features a luffing boom and a pneumatically actuated claw.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com

About Technic Universal

Universal is a subtheme of Technic that consists of 19 sets that as of now ran from 1982 to 1994. As of today, 8094 Control Centre is the most valuable set in Technic Universal with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $769.78.

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 Universal Universal Set set 8040 was released in October 1984, retailing for $25, but has since been retired. New, unopened Universal Set sets are valued at $152, while used sets can be found for $25.
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