LEGO dropped the Thwomp Drop (71376) in 2020 as part of the Super Mario Expansion Set collection — a compact build that doesn't waste a piece at 393 pieces with a retail price of $39.99. You get 3 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.102, which is solid for what you're getting.
Licensed Super Mario sets like this tend to attract both LEGO fans and franchise enthusiasts, which keeps demand high even after retirement.
Key Features
393 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
3 minifigures — Collectible characters from Super Mario
$0.102 per piece — Better value than the Super Mario average
Expansion Set subtheme — A popular subcategory within Super Mario
Released 2020 — Super Mario sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Thwomp Drop falls under the LEGO Super Mario theme, sitting in the Expansion Set subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2020 at $39.99, it sits in the accessible end of Super Mario. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.102, which is reasonable for what Super Mario typically runs.
The Expansion Set subcategory within Super Mario 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 Super Mario collection.
Why This Set Is Special
Strong part-out value at 1.9x. Parts are worth $74.95 vs $39.99 retail (1.9x ratio). Theme average is 2.5x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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