LEGO dropped the Sunflowers (40524) in 2022 as part of the Creator Botanical Collection collection — a bite-sized build at 191 pieces with a retail price of $14.99.
The price-per-piece lands at $0.078 — that's really strong value.
Being a LEGO exclusive means this one's trickier to find at discount, but the limited distribution usually pays off for collectors down the road.
Key Features
191 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
LEGO Exclusive — Limited distribution that typically drives stronger aftermarket value
$0.078 per piece — Better value than the Creator average
Botanical Collection subtheme — A popular subcategory within Creator
2022 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Investment Analysis
With the Sunflowers (40524) retiring this year, the investment window is wide open. History shows us that Creator sets tend to see a price bump once they're no longer available at retail. Now's the time to grab one if you haven't already.
The outlook here? Strong.
What works in its favor:
At $0.078 per piece, you're getting solid value per dollar spent
As a LEGO exclusive, it's harder to find on discount but scarcity drives aftermarket demand
At $14.99 retail, the Sunflowers is worth grabbing before it disappears. The Creator aftermarket has been kind to sets like this.
Theme Background
LEGO's Creator theme is a powerhouse in the LEGO lineup with serious collector following, and the Sunflowers is a 2022 release that lands in a great entry point into the Creator theme at $14.99. The $0.078 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Creator right now.
Within Creator, the Botanical Collection sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Creator for investment or just collecting, the Botanical Collection releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
Strong part-out value at 1.6x. Parts are worth $24.51 vs $14.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 1.6x.
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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