LEGO dropped the Big Urchin Beach Ride (71400) in 2022 as part of the Super Mario Expansion Set collection — a quick but satisfying build at 536 pieces with a retail price of $59.99. The set includes 5 minifigures, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.112 per piece, which holds up well against other Super Mario sets.
Between the Super Mario branding and the build itself, the Big Urchin Beach Ride has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
536 pieces — A well-balanced build that hits the sweet spot
5 minifigures — Collectible characters from Super Mario
$0.112 per piece — Better value than the Super Mario average
Expansion Set subtheme — A popular subcategory within Super Mario
From 2022 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2022 addition to Super Mario, part of the Expansion Set subcollection, the Big Urchin Beach Ride slots into the more affordable side of Super Mario. Super mario is part of LEGO's broader product lineup, and at $59.99 this set is priced accordingly. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.112, 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
Strong part-out value at 1.6x. Parts are worth $97.43 vs $59.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 2.5x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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