Coming in at 141 pieces, the Birthday Set (40382) is a neat little set from the Seasonal lineup. It debuted in 2020 at $12.99. The set includes 1 minifigure, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.092 per piece, which holds up well against other Seasonal sets.
LEGO exclusives like the Birthday Set tend to fly under the radar at first, but their limited availability makes them interesting long-term holds.
Key Features
141 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
1 minifigure — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
LEGO Exclusive — Only available through LEGO channels, adding scarcity value
$0.092 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Birthday collection — Sought-after corner of the Seasonal lineup
From 2020 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2020 addition to Seasonal, part of the Birthday subcollection, the Birthday Set slots into the more affordable side of Seasonal. Seasonal is part of LEGO's broader product lineup, and at $12.99 this set is priced accordingly. At $0.092 per piece, it punches above its weight on value.
Collectors following Seasonal specifically should note the Birthday subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
338% above retail. Now trading at $56.95, up 338% from $12.99 RRP — a 96% annualized return over 2.2 years since retirement.
Part-out value 2.2x retail — The individual parts are worth $28.13 on BrickLink — 2.2x the $12.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
LEGO Exclusive — Only available through LEGO.com and official LEGO stores — limited distribution that typically drives stronger post-retirement appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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