LEGO dropped the Porsche 911 GT3 RS (42056) in 2016 as part of the Technic Licensed collection — a big build that delivers on the details at 2,704 pieces with a retail price of $299.99.
You're looking at $0.111 per piece, which holds up well against other Technic sets.
With this piece count and build quality, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS earns its place in the Technic lineup. Good for builders and collectors alike.
Key Features
2,704 pieces — A substantial build with real depth and detail
$0.111 per piece — In line with Technic pricing
Licensed subtheme — A popular subcategory within Technic
From 2016 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2016 addition to Technic, part of the Licensed subcollection, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS slots into a meaningful entry point in the Technic range. Technic is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $299.99 this set is priced accordingly. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.111, which is reasonable for what Technic typically runs.
Collectors following Technic specifically should note the Licensed 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
#1 most-wanted in Technic. With 4,329 collectors wanting this set, it ranks #1 out of 232 Technic sets by demand — top 0.4%.
317% above retail — Now trading at $1,252.39, up 317% from $299.99 RRP — a 22% annualized return over 7.2 years since retirement.
Top 2 most owned in Technic — 12,226 collectors report owning this set — #2 of 232 in Technic.
Frequently Asked Questions
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