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Polar Copter

Polar Copter

8640-1·LEGO·1986·4 minifigs·67 parts

Used Avg
$23.36
New Avg
$212.00
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About Polar Copter

Polar Copter (8640-1) is a LEGO LEGO set from 1986 that sells for around $23.36 used on BrickLink. It includes 4 minifigures with a combined resale value of $37.64 — that's 161% of the set's price in figures alone. The most valuable is Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet at $13.80. For sellers buying complete sets to part out, the minifig value here makes this one worth considering.

Part-out value

The minifigures in this set are worth $37.64 individually on BrickLink — 161% of the complete set price ($23.36). 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.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $212.00 vs $23.36 used — a 808% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Minifigures in Polar Copter (4)

Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Black Arms, Black Hair
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Black Arms, Black Hair
tech031$5.42
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Black Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Black Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet
tech031a$10.43
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair
tech040$7.99
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet
Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet
tech040a$13.80

Parts (67)

Technic, Plate 1 x 5 with Toothed Ends, 2 Studs and Center Axle Hole
Technic, Plate 1 x 5 with Toothed Ends, 2 Studs and Center Axle Hole
Technic, Plate Rotor 3 Blade with Toothed Ends and 3 Studs (Propeller)
Technic, Plate Rotor 3 Blade with Toothed Ends and 3 Studs (Propeller)
Technic, Figure Accessory Ski
Technic, Figure Accessory Ski
×2
Bar   8L with Stop Rings and Pin (Technic, Figure Accessory Ski Pole) - Rounded End
Bar 8L with Stop Rings and Pin (Technic, Figure Accessory Ski Pole) - Rounded End
×2
Bar   8L with Stop Rings and Pin (Technic, Figure Accessory Ski Pole) - Rounded End
Bar 8L with Stop Rings and Pin (Technic, Figure Accessory Ski Pole) - Rounded End
×2
Technic Seat 3 x 2 Base
Technic Seat 3 x 2 Base
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×3
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×6
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
×2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×3
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×3
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×5
Technic, Gear 24 Tooth Crown - Not Reinforced
Technic, Gear 24 Tooth Crown - Not Reinforced
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector
×9
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×6
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×4
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×3
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
×7
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×9
Technic, Brick 1 x 8 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 8 with Holes
×4
Technic, Brick 1 x 16 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 16 with Holes
Technic, Axle  2L
Technic, Axle 2L
×10
Technic, Axle  4L
Technic, Axle 4L
×9
Technic, Axle  6L
Technic, Axle 6L
×2
Technic, Axle  8L
Technic, Axle 8L
×2
Technic, Plate 2 x 4 with 3 Holes
Technic, Plate 2 x 4 with 3 Holes
×3
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×3
Technic Bush
Technic Bush
×15
Technic, Steering Pulley Large
Technic, Steering Pulley Large
Technic, Axle 10L
Technic, Axle 10L
×3
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 6 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 6 with Holes
×4
Technic, Brick 1 x 12 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 12 with Holes
×4
Plate 6 x 6
Plate 6 x 6
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Stud
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Stud
Technic, Gear 16 Tooth - Axle Hole with Open Sides
Technic, Gear 16 Tooth - Axle Hole with Open Sides
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thin (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thin (Vertical Grip)
×2
Technic, Gear 14 Tooth Bevel Thin
Technic, Gear 14 Tooth Bevel Thin
×2
Technic Bush 1/2 Toothed with 4 Interior Ridges
Technic Bush 1/2 Toothed with 4 Interior Ridges
×9
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Toggle Joint Toothed - Without Slots
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Toggle Joint Toothed - Without Slots
×24
Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
×6
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End (Undetermined Type)
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End (Undetermined Type)
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End (Undetermined Type)
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End (Undetermined Type)
×2
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
×4
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
×2
Technic, Pin with Long Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin with Long Friction Ridges
×10
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
×3
Sticker Sheet for Set 8640 - (190705)
Sticker Sheet for Set 8640 - (190705)
Technic, Universal Joint 4L
Technic, Universal Joint 4L

Common questions about Polar Copter

How much is LEGO Polar Copter (8640-1) worth?

Polar Copter sells for an average of $23.36 used and $212.00 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.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 8640-1?

This set includes 4 minifigures: Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Black Arms, Black Hair ($5.42), Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Black Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet ($10.43), Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair ($7.99), Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet ($13.80). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $37.64. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Polar Copter?

The minifigures alone are worth $37.64 (161% of the $23.36 set price), so parting out the figs individually on BrickLink can be profitable. Start with Technic Figure Blue Legs, Red Top with Zipper, Blue Arms, Black Hair, White Helmet at $13.80 — it's the highest-value figure in the set.

Is LEGO Polar Copter (8640-1) retired?

Yes, Polar Copter was released in 1986 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.

How do I check if my Polar Copter set is complete?

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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