LEGO dropped the Desert Pokey (71363) in 2020 as part of the Super Mario Expansion Set collection — a neat little set at 180 pieces with a retail price of $19.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.111 per piece, which holds up well against other Super Mario sets.
Between the Super Mario branding and the build itself, the Desert Pokey has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
180 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
2 minifigures — Collectible characters from Super Mario
$0.111 per piece — Better value than the Super Mario average
Expansion Set subtheme — A popular subcategory within Super Mario
From 2020 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2020 addition to Super Mario, part of the Expansion Set subcollection, the Desert Pokey slots into the more affordable side of Super Mario. Super mario is part of LEGO's broader product lineup, and at $19.99 this set is priced accordingly. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.111, which is reasonable for what Super Mario typically runs.
Collectors following Super Mario specifically should note the Expansion Set 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
110% above retail. Now trading at $42.00, up 110% from $19.99 RRP — a 19% annualized return over 4.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.5x — Parts are worth $30.11 vs $19.99 retail (1.5x ratio). Theme average is 2.5x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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