Search Sub (8299-1) is a LEGO LEGO set from 1997 that sells for around $57.41 used on BrickLink. It includes 4 minifigures with a combined resale value of $82.07, or 143% of the set's price in figures alone. The most valuable is Technic Figure Blue Legs, Black Top with Zippered Wetsuit for Diver, Knife, and 'DIVING' Pattern (Stickers) - Air Tank, Hose, and Mask at $39.51. For sellers buying complete sets to part out, the minifig value here makes this one worth considering.
The minifigures in this set are worth $82.07 individually on BrickLink, 143% of the complete set price ($57.41). The figs carry almost all the value here. If you find this set incomplete or are buying to part out, the minifigures are where the money is.
Search Sub sells for an average of $57.41 used and $203.52 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness. Missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.
This set includes 4 minifigures: Technic Figure Blue Legs, Black Top with Zippered Wetsuit for Diver Pattern (4107451) ($6.34), Technic Figure Blue Legs, Black Top with Zippered Wetsuit for Diver Pattern - Air Tank, Hose, and Mask ($24.45), Technic Figure Blue Legs, Black Top with Zippered Wetsuit for Diver, Knife, and 'DIVING' Pattern (Stickers) - Air Tank, Hose, and Mask ($39.51), Technic Figure Blue Legs, Black Top with Zippered Wetsuit for Diver, Knife, and 'DIVING' Pattern (Stickers) ($11.77). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $82.07. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.
The minifigures alone are worth $82.07 (143% of the $57.41 set price), so parting out the figs individually on BrickLink can be profitable. Start with Technic Figure Blue Legs, Black Top with Zippered Wetsuit for Diver, Knife, and 'DIVING' Pattern (Stickers) - Air Tank, Hose, and Mask at $39.51. It's the highest-value figure in the set.
Yes, Search Sub was released in 1997 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms.
Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 4 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.
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