# Black Thunder #5542 — resale value

Source: JunkPal price guide — https://junkpal.ai/products/black-thunder-5542-lego-model-team-lego

**Black Thunder #5542** is worth about **$40** loose, based on real closed eBay sales. Sealed or new examples sell for around **$150.46**.

Live listings and the full sold-price history are on the page: https://junkpal.ai/products/black-thunder-5542-lego-model-team-lego

## Value by tier

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Loose | $40 |
| Complete (CIB) | $85 |
| Sealed (new) | $150 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-08-07. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

Recent movement: Steady.

## Check the market

- [Sold listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DLEGO%2520Black%2520Thunder%25205542%26LH_Sold%3D1%26LH_Complete%3D1%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-sold&p=md-sold) — the closed sales these medians are computed from
- [Live listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DLEGO%2520Black%2520Thunder%25205542%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-live&p=md-live) — what sellers are asking right now

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| UPC / EAN | 5702010955428 |
| Brand | LEGO |
| Theme | LEGO Model Team |
| Set number | #5542 |
| Release date | January 1, 1998 |

## Black Thunder #5542 (LEGO Model Team) resale value

A loose Black Thunder #5542 set runs around $40, a complete copy (all pieces + box + instructions) about $85, and a factory-sealed box commands $150.

### What drives the price

Retired sets, completeness (every piece + minifigs + instructions + box), and sealed condition drive LEGO value. Exclusive sets and discontinued themes appreciate the most; minifigs alone can carry significant value.

## FAQ

**What is the best value for buying Black Thunder #5542?**

If you are building, the loose set at $53 offers the best entry price. For display, the CIB option at $84 is a great balance.

**How much is a brand new, sealed Black Thunder #5542?**

A brand new, sealed version of Black Thunder #5542 is currently listed for $120.

**Is the loose version of this set still worth buying?**

Yes, the loose version is available for $53, making it a budget-friendly option for collectors or builders.

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Full price guide: https://junkpal.ai/products/black-thunder-5542-lego-model-team-lego
How these values are computed: https://junkpal.ai/methodology
Cite as: "JunkPal price guide value as of 2026-08-07, based on real sold listings (junkpal.ai)"