Coming in at 308 pieces, the Street Race of Snake Jaguar (70639) is a compact build that doesn't waste a piece from the Ninjago lineup. It debuted in 2018 at $29.99. You get 2 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.097, which is solid for what you're getting.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what Ninjago does best.
Key Features
308 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
2 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.097 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Sons of Garmadon collection — Sought-after corner of the Ninjago lineup
Released 2018 — Ninjago sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Street Race of Snake Jaguar falls under the LEGO Ninjago theme, sitting in the Sons of Garmadon subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2018 at $29.99, it sits in the accessible end of Ninjago. At $0.097 per piece, it punches above its weight on value.
The Sons of Garmadon subcategory within Ninjago has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Ninjago collection.
Why This Set Is Special
283% above retail. Now trading at $115.00, up 283% from $29.99 RRP — a 24% annualized return over 6.2 years since retirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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