# Fire Engine #8280 — resale value

**Fire Engine #8280** is worth about **$15** loose, based on real closed eBay sales. Sealed or new examples sell for around **$176.66**.

## Value by tier

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Loose | $15 |
| Complete (CIB) | $84 |
| Sealed (new) | $177 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-07-31. 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: Falling · -57%.

## 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%2520Technic%2520Fire%2520Engine%25208280%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%2520Technic%2520Fire%2520Engine%25208280%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 |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | LEGO |
| Theme | LEGO Technic |
| Set number | #8280 |
| Release date | January 1, 1995 |

## Fire Engine #8280 (LEGO Technic) resale value

A loose Fire Engine #8280 set runs around $15, a complete copy (all pieces + box + instructions) about $84, and a factory-sealed box commands $177.

### 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 deal for a collector looking for Fire Engine #8280?**

The best value depends on your needs; loose is cheapest at $15, but sealed offers maximum collectible value at $177.

**How much is the complete, used version of this set?**

The complete, in-box version of the Fire Engine #8280 is currently listed for $84.

**Is the sealed version worth the extra cost?**

Yes, the sealed, new condition of the LEGO Technic Fire Engine #8280 is priced at $177.

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