LEGO Tokyo International Circuit (8679-1)
The Tokyo International Circuit (8679-1) is a LEGO Cars set that was released in May 2011 and retired in February 2013 with a shelf life of 1 year and 8 months 21 days.
This LEGO set has 852 pieces and had a RRP of $89.99 (£81.99 / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.11c (0.10p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 92.2% and now has a value of $172.96 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 21 | $143.95 | 1 |
| Jan 22 | $154.48 | 1 |
| Feb 22 | $157.99 | 0 |
| Mar 22 | $161.50 | 0 |
| Apr 22 | $165.01 | 0 |
| May 22 | $168.52 | 0 |
| Jun 22 | $172.03 | 1 |
| Jul 22 | $159.75 | 0 |
| Aug 22 | $149.21 | 2 |
| Sep 22 | $179.06 | 0 |
| Oct 22 | $208.90 | 1 |
| Nov 22 | $180.81 | 0 |
| Dec 22 | $152.72 | 1 |
| Jan 23 | $154.48 | 0 |
| Feb 23 | $156.23 | 0 |
| Mar 23 | $157.99 | 0 |
| Apr 23 | $159.75 | 0 |
| May 23 | $161.50 | 0 |
| Jun 23 | $163.26 | 0 |
| Jul 23 | $165.01 | 0 |
| Aug 23 | $166.77 | 0 |
| Sep 23 | $168.52 | 0 |
| Oct 23 | $170.28 | 2 |
| Nov 23 | $136.92 | 1 |
| Dec 23 | $140.44 | 0 |
| Jan 24 | $143.95 | 0 |
| Feb 24 | $149.21 | 1 |
| Mar 24 | $135.17 | 1 |
| Apr 24 | $135.17 | 0 |
| May 24 | $135.17 | 0 |
| Jun 24 | $135.17 | 0 |
| Jul 24 | $135.17 | 0 |
| Aug 24 | $135.17 | 0 |
| Sep 24 | $135.17 | 0 |
| Oct 24 | $133.41 | 1 |
| Nov 24 | $229.96 | 0 |
| Dec 24 | $326.51 | 0 |
| Jan 25 | $424.82 | 1 |
| Feb 25 | $105.33 | 1 |
| Mar 25 | $186.08 | 2 |
| Apr 25 | $175.54 | 1 |
| May 25 | $170.28 | 0 |
| Jun 25 | $165.01 | 0 |
| Jul 25 | $157.99 | 1 |
| Aug 25 | $172.03 | 0 |
| Sep 25 | $184.32 | 1 |
| Oct 25 | $240.50 | 2 |
| Nov 25 | $244.01 | 0 |
| Dec 25 | $247.52 | 0 |
| Jan 26 | $251.03 | 1 |
Minifigures
This set contains 8 minifigures with a combined value of $72.14. 7 of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they don't appear in any other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 23 sales of the Tokyo International Circuit set since Dec 21. 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.
Value breakdown
The current value of Tokyo International Circuit is $172.96
The 8 minifigures in this set make up 42% of the total set value.
The Shu Todoroki minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 18% of the set value .
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Set details
Name: Tokyo International Circuit
Theme: Cars
Set number: 8679-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 13 years, 2 months
Pieces: 852
Minifigures: 8
May 12, 2011
May 31, 2011
May 31, 2011
Mar 7, 2012
Feb 2, 2013
Mar 7, 2012
Shelf life: 1 year, 10 months
$89.99
£81.99
-€
0.106c
0.096p
-
Set value
Confidence: Medium
Current value: $172.96
Increase from RRP: 92.2%
Yearly ROI: 7.0%
Minifigures
Set colors
The Tokyo International Circuit has 852 pieces and is ranked 1140 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is Black
The most common part in this set is Plate, Round 1 x 1
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit (8679-1) worth?
The LEGO Tokyo International Circuit is currently worth $172.96 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $89.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit?
The LEGO Tokyo International Circuit (8679-1) contains 852 pieces, making it the 1140th biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit retired?
Yes, the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit has been retired. It was retired in February 2013 and is no longer available from LEGO directly. You can find it on the secondary market through sites like BrickLink and eBay.
How many minifigures are in the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit?
The LEGO Tokyo International Circuit contains 8 minifigures, 7 of which are exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Shu Todoroki, Tow Mater - Eyes Looking Straight with Headset, Pit Crew Helper - Green with Clip, Guido - Light Aqua Mudguards, Luigi - Headset without Microphone.
When was the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit released?
The LEGO Tokyo International Circuit (8679-1) was released in May 2011 as part of the Cars theme.
Is the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Tokyo International Circuit has increased in value by 92.2% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 7.0%.
Price data last updated: Jan 26
