With 1,969 pieces, the LEGO NASA Apollo Saturn V (92176) is a substantial set with a lot going on. It launched in 2020 under the Ideas banner at $119.99.
The price-per-piece lands at $0.061 — that's really strong value.
The NASA Apollo Saturn V is one of those sets that works well on a shelf and in a portfolio — a solid all-rounder in the Ideas range.
Key Features
1,969 pieces — Big enough to be impressive, packed with interesting techniques
$0.061 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
NASA collection — Sought-after corner of the Ideas lineup
2020 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Theme Background
LEGO's Ideas theme is a theme with its own loyal following, and the NASA Apollo Saturn V is a 2020 release that lands in the core of the Ideas catalog at $119.99. At $0.061 per piece, it punches above its weight on value.
Within Ideas, the NASA sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Ideas for investment or just collecting, the NASA releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
Part-out value 2.2x retail. The individual parts are worth $266.31 on BrickLink — 2.2x the $119.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
Strong appreciation at +89% — Market value of $227.17 represents a 89% premium over its $119.99 retail price.
Top 10% value in Ideas — At $0.061 per piece (#7 of 76), this is one of the best value-for-money sets in Ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
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