LEGO Droid Escape (9490-1)
The Droid Escape (9490-1) is a LEGO Star Wars set that was released in January 2012 and retired in December 2013 with a shelf life of 1 year and 11 months 30 days.
This LEGO set has 137 pieces and had a RRP of $19.99 (£19.99 / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.15c (0.15p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 138.4% and now has a value of $47.66 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 22 | $49.15 | 6 |
| Feb 22 | $45.64 | 3 |
| Mar 22 | $49.15 | 4 |
| Apr 22 | $49.15 | 2 |
| May 22 | $43.89 | 1 |
| Jun 22 | $47.40 | 3 |
| Jul 22 | $66.71 | 2 |
| Aug 22 | $49.15 | 7 |
| Sep 22 | $50.91 | 0 |
| Oct 22 | $52.66 | 7 |
| Nov 22 | $50.91 | 4 |
| Dec 22 | $50.91 | 3 |
| Jan 23 | $43.89 | 5 |
| Feb 23 | $54.42 | 4 |
| Mar 23 | $52.66 | 4 |
| Apr 23 | $50.91 | 3 |
| May 23 | $47.40 | 1 |
| Jun 23 | $56.17 | 3 |
| Jul 23 | $57.93 | 2 |
| Aug 23 | $59.69 | 0 |
| Sep 23 | $59.69 | 2 |
| Oct 23 | $52.66 | 2 |
| Nov 23 | $61.44 | 1 |
| Dec 23 | $47.40 | 2 |
| Jan 24 | $56.17 | 3 |
| Feb 24 | $54.42 | 3 |
| Mar 24 | $57.93 | 6 |
| Apr 24 | $70.22 | 3 |
| May 24 | $59.69 | 2 |
| Jun 24 | $63.20 | 1 |
| Jul 24 | $57.93 | 2 |
| Aug 24 | $54.42 | 0 |
| Sep 24 | $50.91 | 2 |
| Oct 24 | $52.66 | 3 |
| Nov 24 | $49.15 | 3 |
| Dec 24 | $57.93 | 4 |
| Jan 25 | $70.22 | 4 |
| Feb 25 | $61.44 | 6 |
| Mar 25 | $64.95 | 2 |
| Apr 25 | $57.93 | 2 |
| May 25 | $56.17 | 0 |
| Jun 25 | $56.17 | 1 |
| Jul 25 | $61.44 | 1 |
| Aug 25 | $63.20 | 0 |
| Sep 25 | $64.95 | 0 |
| Oct 25 | $66.71 | 5 |
| Nov 25 | $64.95 | 3 |
| Dec 25 | $59.69 | 5 |
| Jan 26 | $63.20 | 4 |
| Feb 26 | $59.69 | 1 |
| Mar 26 | $63.20 | 2 |
Minifigures
This set contains 4 minifigures with a combined value of $46.15. 2 of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they don't appear in any other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 139 sales of the Droid Escape set since Jan 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.
Value breakdown
The current value of Droid Escape is $47.66
The 4 minifigures in this set make up 97% of the total set value.
The Sandtrooper - White Pauldron, Survival Backpack, Dirt Stains, Balaclava Head Print and Helmet with Dotted Mouth Pattern minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 38% of the set value .
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Set details
Name: Droid Escape
Theme: Star Wars
Set number: 9490-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 12 years, 4 months
Pieces: 137
Minifigures: 4
Feb 2, 2012
Jan 1, 2012
Feb 2, 2012
Dec 31, 2013
Dec 31, 2013
Dec 31, 2013
Dec 31, 2013
Shelf life: 2 years,
$19.99
£19.99
-€
0.146c
0.146p
-
Set value
Confidence: High
Current value: $47.66
Increase from RRP: 138.4%
Yearly ROI: 11.2%
Set rating
This set has been given an average rating of 7.0 / 10 based on 1 rating. Below is a breakdown of the votes.
Minifigures
Set colors
The Droid Escape has 137 pieces and is ranked 6567 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is Dark Bluish Gray
The most common part in this set is Brick, Round Corner 4 x 4 Macaroni Wide with 3 Studs
Stats
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Droid Escape (9490-1) worth?
The LEGO Droid Escape is currently worth $47.66 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $19.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Droid Escape?
The LEGO Droid Escape (9490-1) contains 137 pieces, making it the 6567th biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Droid Escape retired?
Yes, the LEGO Droid Escape has been retired. It was retired in December 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 Droid Escape?
The LEGO Droid Escape contains 4 minifigures, 2 of which are exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Sandtrooper - White Pauldron, Survival Backpack, Dirt Stains, Balaclava Head Print and Helmet with Dotted Mouth Pattern, Sandtrooper - Orange Pauldron, Survival Backpack, Dirt Stains, Balaclava Head Print and Helmet with Dotted Mouth Pattern, C-3PO - Colorful Wires Pattern, Astromech Droid, R2-D2, Light Bluish Gray Head.
When was the LEGO Droid Escape released?
The LEGO Droid Escape (9490-1) was released in January 2012 as part of the Star Wars theme.
Is the LEGO Droid Escape a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Droid Escape has increased in value by 138.4% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 11.2%.
Price data last updated: Mar 26
