10337 LEGO Icons Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV | LEGO Icons Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole is a New LEGO Car Worth Waiting For!

LEGO Icons sets have gained great popularity among enthusiasts and collectors, thanks to their intricate designs and diverse range, and when looking for new LEGO sets to invest in, this is one series we always look out for. This collection includes a variety of models, from classic LEGO cars to historic landmarks, each designed to capture every detail. The Icons LEGO car range features beloved vehicles like the Porsche 911, the Ferrari Daytona SP3, and the legendary Ford Mustang, delighting car enthusiasts with their authenticity and sophistication. At Investabrick, we are particularly excited about the upcoming launch of the LEGO Icons Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole. The iconic car, introduced in the 1985, is renowned for its 5.2-litre V12 engine, and its iconic design featuring scissor doors, a sleek aerodynamic body, and striking deep-dish alloy wheels. The Countach was featured prominently in popular movies like “The Cannonball Run” and iconic TV shows such as “Miami Vice” and “Magnum P.I.,” cementing its status in automotive and pop culture history. Expected to be released on the 4^th of July, this new LEGO set promises to be a standout addition, combining the iconic design of the Lamborghini Countach with LEGO’s signature attention to detail, making it a must-have for both LEGO fans and petrol heads. We take a closer look at the set below:

Set Details

With 1506 pieces, the LEGO Icons Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole (10337) is a stunningly detailed model that captures the essence of the iconic 1980s supercar. This set features an array of authentic details, including a meticulously designed cockpit, working steering, and the signature scissor doors that open just like the real thing. Additional highlights include an opening boot and rear bonnet, showcasing a detailed V12 engine, as well as deep-dish alloy wheels, large taillights, and a sleek rear spoiler, all of which contribute to its realism. We think that this complex build is not only true to the original car but also showcases clever parts usage that will impress even the most dedicated fans! Although super car fans might feel that some minor details from the real car are omitted, the attention to detail throughout the set makes it a captivating display piece, perfect for any home or office, and a true homage to a legendary vehicle.

Investment Potential

This is a great looking LEGO set of this Iconic Lamborghini car and one sure to appeal to LEGO fans and supercar lovers alike. LEGO 10337 comes with just over 1500 pieces which represents a 12c (11p) price per brick. The car is due to launch on the 4^th July 2024 and we anticipate it to have a shelf life of 2 and ½ years. 

Theme Analysis

The LEGO Icons theme is a popular one, and one we regularly turn to for potential LEGO investments. There have to date been over 100 sets released within the LEGO Icons theme and more than half of these are now retired. Across the retired sets the average LEGO returns are a very healthy 13% a year.

In recent times there has been a shift towards bigger blockbuster sets within the LEGO Icons theme but LEGO 10337 is a continuation of them releasing some Iconic cars at this more mid-range price.

We have looked at some of the retired sets within the wider LEGO Icons theme below including LEGO 10235 Winter Village Market which has seen total growth of 143% since retiring in 2014 (10% annualised), LEGO 10241 Maersk Line Triple-E which has seen 118% total growth since retiring in 2014 (9% annualised growth) and LEGO 10272 Old Trafford which had seen a 39% increase since retiring at the end of 2022.

Comparable Set Analysis

The Vehicles sub-theme within the LEGO Icons theme performs slightly worse than the overall LEGO Icons theme delivering average LEGO returns of 10% a year. However, that increases when we look specifically at the cars within the sub-theme and even more so when look at the supercars.

The closest example to LEGO 10337 is LEGO 10238 the LEGO Ferrari F40 which has seen stunning performance since retiring in 2017, with over 250% total growth equating to annualised LEGO returns of 21%.

We also looked at LEGO James Bond Aston Martin DB5 (10262) which has seen nearly 50% total growth since retiring at the end of 2021 (16% annualised growth) and LEGO Volkswagen Beetle (10252) which has seen 40% total growth since retiring at the end of 2020 (10% annualised growth).

Conclusion

As a new release this is not a LEGO investment for us currently, albeit it is definitely one which will go onto our watchlist to reassess when it is closer to its retirement date. The LEGO Icons theme is strong, and the supercars within the vehicles sub-theme do even better so we definitely think it will be a good LEGO investment in time.

For now, if you like this then a smaller version for the LEGO Speed Champions theme is well worth considering as an investment option now. LEGO Speed champions 76908 is available at LEGO for its RRP but you should be able to secure at least a 20% discount if you buy at Amazon. Bear in mind it is scheduled to retire later this year so snap it up before it becomes retired LEGO!