The LEGO Spider-Man and Sandman Showdown (76172) is a neat little set, clocking in at 45 pieces. Released in 2021 as part of the Marvel Super Heroes Spider-Man collection, it retails for $9.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.222. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
Between the Marvel Super Heroes branding and the build itself, the Spider-Man and Sandman Showdown has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
45 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
2 minifigures — Collectible characters from Marvel Super Heroes
$0.222 per piece — In line with Marvel Super Heroes pricing
Spider-Man subtheme — A popular subcategory within Marvel Super Heroes
From 2021 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2021 addition to Marvel Super Heroes, part of the Spider-Man subcollection, the Spider-Man and Sandman Showdown slots into the more affordable side of Marvel Super Heroes. Marvel super heroes is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $9.99 this set is priced accordingly. The $0.222 per piece reflects the specialized elements and licensing that come with Marvel Super Heroes.
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
220% above retail. Now trading at $32.00, up 220% from $9.99 RRP — a 32% annualized return over 4.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.6x — Parts are worth $16.46 vs $9.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 1.8x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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