Car Transporter #42098 — LEGO Technic Set Value
LEGO TechnicWhat the Car Transporter #42098 LEGO set is worth — loose, complete, and sealed.
Car Transporter #42098 value — Loose $124 · Complete (CIB) $181 · Sealed (new) $385. Prices updated August 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Item details
- UPC / EAN
- 5702016369892
- Brand
- LEGO
- Theme
- LEGO Technic
- Set number
- #42098
- Release date
- January 1, 2019
Car Transporter #42098 (LEGO Technic) resale value
A loose Car Transporter #42098 set runs around $124, a complete copy (all pieces + box + instructions) about $181, and a factory-sealed box commands $385.
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.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Loose | $124 | eBay sold comps |
| Complete (CIB) | $181 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $385 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $9.99 / $369.95 / $541.99 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 19, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $9.99–$541.99 (median $369.95).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current going rate for a loose Car Transporter #42098?
- A loose Car Transporter #42098 is currently valued at $128.
- How much more is a sealed version worth compared to a complete set?
- A sealed (new) version is valued at $370, which is $171 more than a complete in-box set ($199).
- Is the CIB condition a good investment for this set?
- Yes, the complete in-box (CIB) condition is priced at $199, offering a solid middle-ground investment.