Selling LEGO: How to Get a Fair Price
Whether sealed on the shelf or loose in a box: with a few details you can estimate what your LEGO is worth and how best to sell it.
In short
With LEGO, set number, condition and completeness count. A new, unopened set is usually worth more than a played-with one. Instructions, box and rare minifigures add value.
Clarifying set number and condition
- Set number: It is printed on the box and on the instructions, usually four to seven digits.
- New and unopened: With original seals and an undamaged box, the value is highest.
- Used, complete: All parts present, ideally with instructions and box.
- Used, incomplete or loose: The value depends strongly on the missing parts; bricks are often sold by weight or as a lot.
What affects the price
Popular themes such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, Technic or Icons, retired sets, rare minifigures and well-preserved packaging are especially in demand. Scratches, yellowing and stickers that are already applied reduce the value.
How to photograph and describe
Show the box from the front, back and sides; for opened sets, show the contents on a light surface. State set number, piece count, condition and what is missing. Honest descriptions save you questions.
Sell it yourself or have it appraised?
You can offer your LEGO yourself or send a request through the sell-to-us form. There you upload photos, briefly describe your sets and receive a no-obligation offer, without having to deal with individual listings.
LEGO from the shop
This is what a well-described listing looks like.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find the LEGO set number?
On the box and on the instructions. It identifies the set unambiguously.
Are opened sets still worth something?
Yes, especially if they are complete and come with instructions and box. New, unopened sets usually fetch more.
Can I sell loose bricks?
Yes. They are often offered as a lot. Sorted bricks, minifigures and rare parts bring more than a mixed crate.
How do I send a request?
In the sell-to-us form you choose LEGO, describe your sets and upload photos. We reply by email.
LEGO from the shop
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