With 163 pieces, the LEGO The Menace of Mysterio (76149) is a neat little set. It launched in 2020 under the Marvel Super Heroes banner at $29.99. The set includes 3 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.184. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
Between the Marvel Super Heroes branding and the build itself, the The Menace of Mysterio has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
163 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
3 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.184 per piece — Standard value for the Marvel Super Heroes range
Spider-Man collection — Sought-after corner of the Marvel Super Heroes lineup
From 2020 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2020 addition to Marvel Super Heroes, part of the Spider-Man subcollection, the The Menace of Mysterio slots into the more affordable side of Marvel Super Heroes. Marvel super heroes is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $29.99 this set is priced accordingly. At $0.184 per piece, you're paying a premium — though that's typical for Marvel Super Heroes sets in this range.
Collectors following Marvel Super Heroes specifically should note the Spider-Man 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
Part-out value 2.1x retail. The individual parts are worth $64.26 on BrickLink — 2.1x the $29.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
Frequently Asked Questions
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