LEGO Super Soarer (31042)

- Theme
- Creator
- Subtheme
- 3 in 1
- Pieces
- 100
- Retail Price
- $9.99
- Released
- 2016
- Status
- Retired
About This Set
LEGO dropped the Super Soarer (31042) in 2016 as part of the Creator 3 in 1 collection — a smaller set that's great for a quick session at 100 pieces with a retail price of $9.99.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.100, which is solid for what you're getting.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what Creator does best.
Key Features
- 100 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
- $0.100 per piece — In line with Creator pricing
- 3 in 1 subtheme — A popular subcategory within Creator
- Released 2016 — Creator sets from this period are known for their build quality
Investment Analysis
The Super Soarer (31042) isn't retiring anytime soon, so there's no rush from an investment perspective. Sets tend to appreciate most after they leave shelves, so the real opportunity here is down the road. That said, let's look at what it's got going for it.
Overall, the investment outlook is decent.
What works in its favor:
- Reasonable price-per-piece at $0.100
At $9.99 retail, the best strategy is to watch for sales and stock up at a discount. Creator performs well on the aftermarket, and the Super Soarer has the right ingredients.
Theme Background
The Super Soarer falls under the LEGO Creator theme, sitting in the 3 in 1 subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2016 at $9.99, it sits in the accessible end of Creator. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.100, which is reasonable for what Creator typically runs.
The 3 in 1 subcategory within Creator has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Creator collection.
Why This Set Is Special
This is a standard release in the Creator lineup without standout collector characteristics based on current data.