LEGO investing in 2025: Mission Impossible…?

It used to be simple—buy a set, stash it away, wait a couple years, and cash in when it retired. But those days? Gone like a sealed Café Corner for under $500. In this episode, I break down five fundamental issues that have turned LEGO investing from a sure thing into an uphill battle that feels more like running through a gauntlet made of 1x1 plates barefoot.

We’ll dig into why it’s harder than ever to predict value growth, how LEGO’s release strategies are flooding the market, and what outside forces—yes, the entire collectibles community—have done in the last decade to shake up the “buy and hold” game. I’ll back it up with historical trends, surprising resale analysis, and a few lessons from past that might make you rethink your entire approach.

But it’s not just doom and gloom. At the end of the episode, I’ll answer three critical questions every LEGO investor should be asking right now:

Is this really a bad thing for the hobby?

What does the future hold for LEGO collectors and resellers?

What’s the smartest strategy moving forward?

If you’ve ever flirted with the idea of buying LEGO as an investment—or you’ve got a closet full of sealed sets waiting for “the right time” like doomsday prep for Brickpocalypse—this episode might just save you from making your next costly mistake.

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LEGO… what are you doing?!

Leaked images of the brand-new UCS Death Star have just crash-landed onto the internet, and wow… this thing is different. Not “Oh wow, that’s fresh and exciting” different—more like “Wait… is this a prank?” different. Is LEGO boldly reimagining one of the most iconic Star Wars builds in history, or are they steering the UCS line into some strange, possibly misguided new territory? We’re pulling apart every leaked pixel to figure it out.

And that’s just the opening act—because LEGO’s also unveiled the massive Harry Potter Hogsmeade Village Collectors Edition, along with three other high-priced sets, and we need to have a serious talk about value. These price tags aren’t just creeping up—they’re scaling the side of a UCS Star Destroyer. Are they worth the investment, or is LEGO banking on nostalgia while giving us less brick for our buck?

I’ll be comparing these releases side-by-side with their legendary predecessors, looking at design changes, piece counts, and that ever-controversial price-per-piece ratio. From jaw-dropping leaks to wallet-dropping MSRPs, this episode is your ultimate guide to figuring out if LEGO’s 2025 strategy is genius… or just a giant, brick-built cash grab.

Grab a seat, grab your wallet (and maybe hide it), because we’re going deep into the latest leaks, reveals, and rumors that every LEGO fan needs to know—before you decide whether to smash that preorder button or run in the other direction.

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Today we’re going way back to a galaxy not-so-far away—2014, to be exact—to revisit a beast of a build: the LEGO UCS Sandcrawler, set 75059. This massive, motorless masterpiece is rolling back into the spotlight as I crack open the dusty box and give it a full review, nearly a decade after its release.

Why now, you ask? Because while Jawas might love scavenging junk, this set is anything but. It’s a prime example of how LEGO can take a beloved classic and completely remaster it using modern techniques, updated parts, and a whole lot of smart design. From the incredible detailing on the tread system to the hideaway compartments and epic minifig lineup, this UCS Sandcrawler proves that you can improve a classic without losing its soul.

But here’s the twist—this review isn’t just about nostalgia. With all the buzz (and let’s be honest, some serious drama) surrounding the newly revealed UCS Death Star, we’re at a crossroads. Instead of refining the past, LEGO seems to be charting a new course. The real question is: is this bold new direction a leap forward… or a stumble into a Sarlacc pit?

So join me as I roll back the years and roll out the Sandcrawler. We’ll break down the build, the display presence, the minifigs, and why this set may be the gold standard for how LEGO should handle its most iconic Star Wars vehicles going forward.

Because sometimes, to see where we’re headed, we’ve got to take a closer look at where we’ve been—and this dusty crawler still has a lot to teach us.

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