LEGO dropped the Iron Man MK5 (40669) in 2024 as part of the BrickHeadz Marvel Super Heroes collection — a bite-sized build at 101 pieces with a retail price of $9.99.
At $0.099 per piece, the value here is reasonable — right in line with what you'd expect from BrickHeadz.
The Iron Man MK5 is a solid entry in the BrickHeadz range — nothing flashy, but well-built and fun.
Key Features
101 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
$0.099 per piece — In line with BrickHeadz pricing
Marvel Super Heroes subtheme — A popular subcategory within BrickHeadz
2024 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Theme Background
LEGO's BrickHeadz theme is a theme with its own loyal following, and the Iron Man MK5 is a 2024 release that lands in a great entry point into the BrickHeadz theme at $9.99. The $0.099 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in BrickHeadz right now.
Within BrickHeadz, the Marvel Super Heroes sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking BrickHeadz for investment or just collecting, the Marvel Super Heroes releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
119% above retail. Now trading at $21.89, up 119% from $9.99 RRP — a 2205% annualized return over 0.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.8x — Parts are worth $17.56 vs $9.99 retail (1.8x ratio). Theme average is 1.7x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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