Coming in at 413 pieces, the Venom Crawler (76163) is a quick but satisfying build from the Marvel Super Heroes lineup. It debuted in 2020 at $29.99. The set includes 3 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Dollar for dollar at $0.073 per piece, this is one of the better deals in Marvel Super Heroes.
Between the Marvel Super Heroes branding and the build itself, the Venom Crawler has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
413 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
3 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.073 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
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 Venom Crawler 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 $0.073 per piece, it punches above its weight on value.
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
233% above retail. Now trading at $99.99, up 233% from $29.99 RRP — a 33% annualized return over 4.2 years since retirement.
Part-out value 2.3x retail — The individual parts are worth $67.53 on BrickLink — 2.3x the $29.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
Top 10% value in Marvel Super Heroes — At $0.073 per piece (#12 of 268), this is one of the best value-for-money sets in Marvel Super Heroes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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