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LEGO Go-Kart (8256-1)

The Go-Kart (8256-1) is a LEGO Model set that was released in February 2009 and retired in December 2010 with a shelf life of 1 year and 10 months 22 days.

This LEGO set has 144 pieces and had a RRP of $14.99 (£14.99 / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.10c (0.10p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 371.1% and now has a value of $70.63 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.

Price over time

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Month Avg Price Sales
Feb 22 $97.66 1
Mar 22 $37.29 1
Apr 22 $44.39 0
May 22 $51.49 0
Jun 22 $58.60 0
Jul 22 $65.70 0
Aug 22 $72.80 0
Sep 22 $79.91 0
Oct 22 $87.01 0
Nov 22 $94.11 1

Minifigures

This set contains 0 minifigures.

Monthly sales

We have recorded 3 sales of the Go-Kart set since Feb 22. The chart below shows the number of recorded sales per month, which can help indicate the popularity and availability of this set on the secondary market.

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Set details

Name: Go-Kart

Theme: Model

Sub Theme: Race

Set number: 8256-1

Status: Retired

Retired for: 15 years, 4 months

Pieces: 144

Minifigures: 0

Released:
US Flag Jun 28, 2009
UK Flag Feb 9, 2009
Retired:
US Flag Dec 31, 2010
UK Flag Dec 31, 2010
CA Flag Dec 31, 2010
EU Flag Dec 31, 2010

Shelf life: 1 year, 11 months

RRP:
US Flag $14.99
GB Flag £14.99
EU Flag -€
PPP:
US Flag 0.104c
GB Flag 0.104p
EU Flag -

Set value

Confidence: Low

Current value: $70.63

Increase from RRP: 371.1%

Yearly ROI: 24.2%

Where to buy

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Set colors

The Go-Kart has 144 pieces and is ranked 6404 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.

The most common colour in this set is Light Bluish Gray

The most common part in this set is Technic, Pin with Friction Ridges

Stats

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6404th biggest LEGO set ever made
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30th biggest LEGO Model set
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4524th most valuable LEGO set
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27th most valuable LEGO Model set

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the LEGO Go-Kart (8256-1) worth?

The LEGO Go-Kart is currently worth $70.63 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $14.99.

How many pieces are in the LEGO Go-Kart?

The LEGO Go-Kart (8256-1) contains 144 pieces, making it the 6404th biggest LEGO set ever made.

Is the LEGO Go-Kart retired?

Yes, the LEGO Go-Kart has been retired. It was retired in December 2010 and is no longer available from LEGO directly. You can find it on the secondary market through sites like BrickLink and eBay.

When was the LEGO Go-Kart released?

The LEGO Go-Kart (8256-1) was released in February 2009 as part of the Model theme.

Is the LEGO Go-Kart a good investment?

Since retirement, the LEGO Go-Kart has increased in value by 371.1% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 24.2%.

Price data last updated: Nov 22

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