In 1988 LEGO released 1 Service Packs sets. The largest Service Packs set from 1988 was
5200 Signal Masts and Base Supports with a piece count of 8 and a retail price of $1.99. The current estimated value of all these Service Packs sets from this year is about $33.92 which represents a 1704.5% 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.
1988 LEGO Sets
In 1988, LEGO continued to expand and solidify its position as a leading toy manufacturer. The year witnessed the continuation of popular themes and the introduction of new ones. One of the notable introductions was the LEGO Pirates theme, which brought a fresh adventure concept to the LEGO world, complete with pirates, soldiers, island settings, and unique elements like the iconic LEGO pirate ship. This theme was groundbreaking as it included new minifigure facial expressions, departing from the classic smiley face to showcase more character-specific emotions. Meanwhile, the company maintained its commitment to educational products, with the DUPLO line catering to younger children and Technic sets offering more intricate building challenges for older fans.