lobo1969 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 I love the idea that Lego could remake some of the classic space sets. The one thing I am worried about is if they do make some more space sets, will the sets from the 70's and 80's decrease in value? If they do decrease, how much? I would expect some sort of drop in value, but I hope it is not a huge drop.The value of intact sets from the 70s and 80s should be not affected at all. Having clean pieces, with original instructions and boxes is still fairly hard to come by. Sealed sets from that error are so rare that those will continue to rise in value. A modern renaissance of Classic space should only make the old sets increase in value I would hope. Quote
CNH1974 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 And it depends on whether they make the 'same' sets or a whole new range based on the look of classic space. Quote
nico1 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 And it depends on whether they make the 'same' sets or a whole new range based on the look of classic space. It's highly unlikely that LEGO would come out with exact facsimile sets. Unless something has changed the LEGO Legends line has always been considered a major flop. More importantly though the molds for the specialty parts have long been retired, so I don't think there is much to worry about. Quote
lobo1969 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 Doubtful, there is no past history LEGO would re-release a set so long after the fact. And yeah some of the those part molds might be gone. The TV antenna part so prevalent back then comes to mind, weird LEGO used it in virtually every space themed building:http://www.google.ca/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=P5LEXtqyWux6kM&tbnid=N7lx6hwD50u8GM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fronsrescuedtreasures.com%2FLego-3144-Gray-Antenna-Aerial-with-4-Side-Spokes-926-493-6970-6384-497-6391-928-588-381-P2510962.aspx&ei=MVTlUp_vOciRrAH0u4D4Dg&bvm=bv.59930103,d.aWM&psig=AFQjCNFzoqrjqiuynLHf8zROLVzjZ5Pscw&ust=1390847406871150 Quote
Guest eightbrick Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 Well, there was the "Legends" line that rereleased some classic Western/Castle/Pirates stuff. Guarded Inn, anyone? Quote
MartinP Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 Doubtful, there is no past history LEGO would re-release a set so long after the fact. And yeah some of the those part molds might be gone. The TV antenna part so prevalent back then comes to mind, weird LEGO used it in virtually every space themed building:http://www.google.ca/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=P5LEXtqyWux6kM&tbnid=N7lx6hwD50u8GM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fronsrescuedtreasures.com%2FLego-3144-Gray-Antenna-Aerial-with-4-Side-Spokes-926-493-6970-6384-497-6391-928-588-381-P2510962.aspx&ei=MVTlUp_vOciRrAH0u4D4Dg&bvm=bv.59930103,d.aWM&psig=AFQjCNFzoqrjqiuynLHf8zROLVzjZ5Pscw&ust=1390847406871150 I know that piece. That is the darn piece that I am missing from every single classic space set that I own. Quote
lobo1969 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 Check these out! (Not mine)http://www.ebay.ca/itm/LEGO-CLASSIC-SPACE-LOGO-T-Shirt-Sheldon-Cooper-Retro-Cool-Fun-Quality-NEW-/281050001128?pt=UK_Men_s_T_Shirts&var=&hash=item416fe2aee8 Quote
lobo1969 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 Well, there was the "Legends" line that rereleased some classic Western/Castle/Pirates stuff. Guarded Inn, anyone? But this is an original set using the classic look? I like it, but have never seen it before! I'm not totally familiar with the whole Castle line. Quote
CNH1974 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 I know that piece. That is the darn piece that I am missing from every single classic space set that I own. I sold one of these, it went for Quote
toy brick salvage Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 I pulled open my classic space drawer, must have over 100 classic space mini-figures, I was buying them up on e-bay 5 years ago, have several Explorers, Mono rail, lots of space ships Love Them, some of the first ones we bought our daughter...she's 40 now, they were great to play with. I wont sell them, that and the Westerns sets. Quote
MartinP Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 You obviously never looked at how much the red antenna sells for: http://www.bricklink.com/catalogPG.asp?P=3144&colorID=5 That is a lot of money for one small piece. I wonder how they got the piece in that color. According to Bricklink, there are not sets that have the piece in red. Quote
CNH1974 Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 You obviously never looked at how much the red antenna sells for:http://www.bricklink.com/catalogPG.asp?P=3144&colorID=5 Haha, never seen that piece. That's a ridiculous amount of money. What sets was it available in? Quote
glenbart Posted January 27, 2014 Posted January 27, 2014 like the red darth vader helmet on ebay... Quote
nico1 Posted January 27, 2014 Posted January 27, 2014 the red antenna was the prototype. Red parts like these are usually molding tests that came from the LEGO factories. Parts in strange colors can also originate from the model shops in Legoland parks. Actual prototype parts are many magnitudes rarer as most were destroyed and are now buried in the local Billund dump. Anyone on board with me for some modern archaeology? Quote
CNH1974 Posted January 27, 2014 Posted January 27, 2014 Red parts like these are usually molding tests that came from the LEGO factories. Parts in strange colors can also originate from the model shops in Legoland parks. Actual prototype parts are many magnitudes rarer as most were destroyed and are now buried in the local Billund dump. Anyone on board with me for some modern archaeology? Haha, I thought that before I read that last sentence. Where's Tony Robinson when you need him? [this may confuse non uk posters ] Quote
Studebricker Posted March 5, 2014 Posted March 5, 2014 I'm pretty excited about Benny's LL929 coming out, but not sure that it will help bring back Classic Space. Not saying it wouldn't be nice, but it seems like Lego is sticking with the Galaxy Squad and other themes to satisfy out space set hunger. I suppose with any Lego Movie sequel there will be the possibility of another Benny creation, so that is cool. Quote
TheOrcKing Posted March 5, 2014 Posted March 5, 2014 I'm pretty excited about Benny's LL929 coming out, but not sure that it will help bring back Classic Space. Not saying it wouldn't be nice, but it seems like Lego is sticking with the Galaxy Squad and other themes to satisfy out space set hunger.Lego seems to be content with making friendly nods towards Classic Space such as a few of the Collectable Minifigures characters and some of the City people clothing bearing the familiar icons, but I don't think the theme nor style will ever make a complete comeback. I'm actually content with the little reminders in newer sets as it makes me think upon some parts of childhood without trying to replace those memories. Quote
Achilles Posted March 5, 2014 Posted March 5, 2014 I wish the "Legends" line had been more popular. I wonder if it might work better now, with a larger amount of AFOL and more interest in the toys due to the movie and games and such. Quote
matt1147 Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Finally dug my classic space collection out and put some together. Most of these sets were among the very first I owned when I was very young. They've survived for the most part.... Here are some pictures: http://community.brickpicker.com/gallery/album/161-matt1147s-classic-space-collection/ Quote
lobo1969 Posted April 4, 2014 Posted April 4, 2014 Finally dug my classic space collection out and put some together. Most of these sets were among the very first I owned when I was very young. They've survived for the most part.... Here are some pictures: http://community.brickpicker.com/gallery/album/161-matt1147s-classic-space-collection/ Woah! Somebody dust off the Blacktron! 1 Quote
kman223 Posted April 4, 2014 Posted April 4, 2014 I just picked up a bulk lot from a kid that included his dad's collection. Already found a bunch of Mtron and classic space minifigs already. Quote
matt1147 Posted April 4, 2014 Posted April 4, 2014 Woah! Somebody dust off the Blacktron! Haha - I gave it a good wash afterwards. Squeaky clean now! Quote
Ciglione Posted August 27, 2014 Posted August 27, 2014 Anyone here have an idea about the value of an used and complete 6985 Cosmic Fleet Voyager? Quote
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