LEGO dropped the Jay's Lightning Jet EVO (71784) in 2023 as part of the Ninjago Core collection — a bite-sized build at 146 pieces with a retail price of $9.99. It comes packed with 1 minifig — always a nice bonus for collectors.
The price-per-piece lands at $0.068 — that's really strong value.
The Jay's Lightning Jet EVO is a solid entry in the Ninjago range — nothing flashy, but well-built and fun.
Key Features
146 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
1 minifigure — Collectible character from Ninjago
$0.068 per piece — Better value than the Ninjago average
Core subtheme — A popular subcategory within Ninjago
2023 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Theme Background
LEGO's Ninjago theme is a powerhouse in the LEGO lineup with serious collector following, and the Jay's Lightning Jet EVO is a 2023 release that lands in a great entry point into the Ninjago theme at $9.99. The $0.068 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Ninjago right now.
Within Ninjago, the Core sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Ninjago for investment or just collecting, the Core releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
143% above retail. Now trading at $24.24, up 143% from $9.99 RRP — a 109% annualized return over 1.2 years since retirement.
Top 10% value in Ninjago — At $0.068 per piece (#6 of 359), this is one of the best value-for-money sets in Ninjago.
Strong part-out value at 1.7x — Parts are worth $16.74 vs $9.99 retail (1.7x ratio). Theme average is 2.0x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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