Pseudoty Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 So I am looking for a set to buy to build for fun, not as an investment, although I may sell it later as used. I would like for it to be $400 or under and NISB. It can be a current or retired set just looking for a fun build. I am not into the play factor or minifigs so the DS is out and I have all of the Arch sets already. Not interested in TB or any Modulars. My current choice is 10221 SSD just want to make sure I am not missing a neat retired or other current set. Your Suggestions: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4x18 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 For a fun/challenging build you can go with the Technic 42009 MK2 Crane. It's the Technic set with the most pieces ever. Given that your budget is $400 you can almost cover any set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krayzie Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polkaking Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van I like this suggestion as well. Plus, you'll have cash left over for something else. The Haunted House was also a great build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodlenut Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I would recommend any modular. They are all great sets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spener90 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Sydney Opera House? Crawler is a fun build. You could also go with a Crawler, VW Camper, and Sopwith Camel. 4 builds, just over $400. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrymc4677 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Get an R2D2 and either a camper van or haunted house. This way you will have 2 excellent builds for under your budget, and all three sets should appreciate well if you decide to sell them down the road. All three make great display/conversation pieces too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spener90 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Get an R2D2 and either a camper van or haunted house. This way you will have 2 excellent builds for under your budget, and all three sets should appreciate well if you decide to sell them down the road. All three make great display/conversation pieces too. Yes! the R2D2 would be an option on mine too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4x18 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Get an R2D2 and either a camper van or haunted house. This way you will have 2 excellent builds for under your budget, and all three sets should appreciate well if you decide to sell them down the road. All three make great display/conversation pieces too. This is a can't miss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudoty Posted January 21, 2014 Author Share Posted January 21, 2014 I am thinking the Sopwith always had my eye on that one, the camper and R2 I have just the box is so pristine I never opened it. Already have HH So nothing that is retired as an option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lego rules Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Does the retired set have to be sealed? You will have a lot more options if not. What themes do you generally like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudoty Posted January 21, 2014 Author Share Posted January 21, 2014 Does the retired set have to be sealed? You will have a lot more options if not. What themes do you generally like? Preferably sealed but willing to look at other options. I like sets that display nice Architecture, Creator and SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lego rules Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Do you have 10030? It may take some time but you should find it for $400. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anakinisvader Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Follow the link at the bottom of my post. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenbart Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 If you want GBE (good building experience), I'd agree with m4x18 on the lines that technic sets are more challenging, get a truck or whatever with motors, lots of fun to be had. For $400 your spoilt for choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudoty Posted January 21, 2014 Author Share Posted January 21, 2014 Do you have 10030? It may take some time but you should find it for $400. No don't have one and would gladly take one for $400. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grolim Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 How about 10212 Imperial Shuttle as a recently retired option? I would put in a +1 for R2D2 as well, great build. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brickcrazyhouse Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 another r2 vote. ssd is impressive but not that fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudoty Posted January 21, 2014 Author Share Posted January 21, 2014 Thanks for all the responses. I watched the video reviews on the Brickshow guess I will be going with R2 and the Sopwith and give the latter once built to my Dad for his 80 th B day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@rtisan Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Would definitely say either R2-D2 and/or Sopwith camel. Been meaning to get both for myself, but I`ve seen a couple of videos online and they both look great. I`ve built GE and that is a fund build as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Mack Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Lots of good suggestions. I really like this SSD. How about a UCS Red Five X-Wing and Haunted House? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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