The LEGO Winter Snowball Fight (40424) is a neat little set, clocking in at 149 pieces. Released in 2020 as part of the Seasonal Christmas collection, it retails for $12.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.087 per piece, which holds up well against other Seasonal sets.
LEGO exclusives like the Winter Snowball Fight tend to fly under the radar at first, but their limited availability makes them interesting long-term holds.
Key Features
149 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
2 minifigures — Collectible characters from Seasonal
LEGO Exclusive — Limited distribution that typically drives stronger aftermarket value
$0.087 per piece — Better value than the Seasonal average
Christmas subtheme — A popular subcategory within Seasonal
From 2020 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2020 addition to Seasonal, part of the Christmas subcollection, the Winter Snowball Fight 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. The $0.087 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Seasonal right now.
Collectors following Seasonal specifically should note the Christmas 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
246% above retail. Now trading at $45.00, up 246% from $12.99 RRP — a 34% annualized return over 4.2 years since retirement.
Part-out value 2.6x retail — The individual parts are worth $33.36 on BrickLink — 2.6x 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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