LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set (9686-1)
The Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set (9686-1) is a LEGO Educational and Dacta set that was released in January 2009 and retired in December 2020 with a shelf life of 11 years and 11 months 30 days.
This LEGO set has 409 pieces and had a RRP of $199.95 (£189.99 / 205.70€) which equates to a price per piece of 0.49c (0.46p / 0.50€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 36.7% and now has a value of $273.35 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 22 | $292.99 | 18 |
| Mar 22 | $300.09 | 0 |
| Apr 22 | $307.19 | 0 |
| May 22 | $314.30 | 0 |
| Jun 22 | $321.40 | 0 |
| Jul 22 | $328.50 | 0 |
| Aug 22 | $335.61 | 0 |
| Sep 22 | $342.71 | 0 |
| Oct 22 | $342.71 | 1 |
| Nov 22 | $296.54 | 0 |
| Dec 22 | $250.37 | 0 |
| Jan 23 | $204.20 | 0 |
| Feb 23 | $156.26 | 1 |
| Mar 23 | $273.46 | 1 |
| Apr 23 | $275.23 | 0 |
| May 23 | $277.01 | 0 |
| Jun 23 | $278.78 | 0 |
| Jul 23 | $280.56 | 0 |
| Aug 23 | $282.33 | 0 |
| Sep 23 | $284.11 | 0 |
| Oct 23 | $285.89 | 0 |
| Nov 23 | $287.66 | 0 |
| Dec 23 | $289.44 | 0 |
| Jan 24 | $291.21 | 0 |
| Feb 24 | $292.99 | 0 |
| Mar 24 | $294.76 | 0 |
| Apr 24 | $296.54 | 0 |
| May 24 | $298.32 | 0 |
| Jun 24 | $300.09 | 0 |
| Jul 24 | $301.87 | 0 |
| Aug 24 | $303.64 | 0 |
| Sep 24 | $305.42 | 0 |
| Oct 24 | $307.19 | 0 |
| Nov 24 | $308.97 | 0 |
| Dec 24 | $310.75 | 0 |
| Jan 25 | $312.52 | 0 |
| Feb 25 | $314.30 | 0 |
| Mar 25 | $316.07 | 0 |
| Apr 25 | $317.85 | 0 |
| May 25 | $319.62 | 0 |
| Jun 25 | $321.40 | 0 |
| Jul 25 | $323.18 | 0 |
| Aug 25 | $324.95 | 0 |
| Sep 25 | $326.73 | 0 |
| Oct 25 | $328.50 | 0 |
| Nov 25 | $330.28 | 0 |
| Dec 25 | $332.05 | 0 |
| Jan 26 | $333.83 | 0 |
| Feb 26 | $364.02 | 2 |
Minifigures
This set contains 2 minifigures with a combined value of $8.66. None of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they all appear in other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 23 sales of the Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set 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.
Value breakdown
The current value of Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set is $273.35
The 2 minifigures in this set make up 3% of the total set value.
The Surfboard on Ocean - Green Legs, Red Cap minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 2% of the set value .
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Set details
Name: Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set
Theme: Educational and Dacta
Set number: 9686-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 5 years, 4 months
Pieces: 409
Minifigures: 2
Jan 1, 2009
Jan 1, 2009
Jan 1, 2009
Dec 31, 2020
Dec 31, 2020
Dec 31, 2020
Shelf life: 12 years,
$199.95
£189.99
205.70€
0.489c
0.465p
0.503€
Set value
Confidence: Medium
Current value: $273.35
Increase from RRP: 36.7%
Yearly ROI: 6.9%
Minifigures
Set colors
The Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set has 409 pieces and is ranked 2907 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set (9686-1) worth?
The LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set is currently worth $273.35 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $199.95.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set?
The LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set (9686-1) contains 409 pieces, making it the 2907th biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set retired?
Yes, the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set has been retired. It was retired in December 2020 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 Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set?
The LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set contains 2 minifigures. The minifigures include: Surfboard on Ocean - Green Legs, Red Cap, Yellow Flowers - Black Ponytail Hair, Orange Legs.
When was the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set released?
The LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set (9686-1) was released in January 2009 as part of the Educational and Dacta theme.
Is the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Base Set has increased in value by 36.7% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 6.9%.
Price data last updated: Feb 26
