This product is $179.00 at the Lego store, why is it so expensive here?
1601744
It is expensive now because it is Retiring - LEGO website is out of stock and this likely will no longer be in production and will become increasingly rare. The price is only going to continue to increase as the supply dries up.
1601745
Prices vary on Amazon depending on both the rarity of stock on Amazon and the rarity of the stock generally in all stores. So if a product is temporarily out of stock whether its Lego Store or ToysRus, the prices can go up. Sometimes the price hikes are permanent sometimes brief and temporary. Basically it goes on Supply and Demand depending on local availability or globally.
1601746
It's the same here now. What happens occasionally, depending on when you look, is Amazon is out of stock and some of the third party sites in the Amazon marketplace will sell above MSRP, sometimes far above.
1163974
It's a collector's item. That's part of the reason why it costs so much. There are also probably a limited number of these being made. Limited supply + demand = a higher price.
401343
I just bought this at Wal-Mart for $3! Why is it so ridiculously expensive here?!
1439922
It's about $100 if you can find it in stores. Sellers here have jacked up the price.
461034
I missed out on it on Woot, which killed me! It's funny how this seller (Shoptronics) is currently selling it so cheap ($23.97), but charging $24.97 to ship it. Granted, it's still cheaper than it is in most places, but it's hard to accept a shipping charge so high, LOL, regardless of how cheap the item really is. If they sold it for $49 with free shipping it would appear to be a great deal. Shot logic, I know, but alot of people get miffed at a ridiculous shipping charge, regardless of how it still ends up being cheaper than everywhere else.Amazon.com is selling it for $52.97 w/free shipping, so Shoptronics is still cheaper.November 2008. I missed out on it on Woot, which killed me! It's funny how this seller (Shoptronics) is currently selling it so cheap ($23.97), but charging $24.97 to ship it. Granted, it's still cheaper than it is in most places, but it's hard to accept a shipping charge so high, LOL, regardless of how cheap the item really is. If they sold it for $49 with free shipping it would appear to be a great deal. Shot logic, I know, but alot of people get miffed at a ridiculous shipping charge, regardless of how it still ends up being cheaper than everywhere else.Amazon.com is selling it for $52.97 w/free... » Read More I missed out on it on Woot, which killed me! It's funny how this seller (Shoptronics) is currently selling it so cheap ($23.97), but charging $24.97 to ship it. Granted, it's still cheaper than it is in most places, but it's hard to accept a shipping charge so high, LOL, regardless of how cheap the item really is. If they sold it for $49 with free shipping it would appear to be a great deal. Shot logic, I know, but alot of people get miffed at a ridiculous shipping charge, regardless of how it still ends up being cheaper than everywhere else.Amazon.com is selling it for $52.97 w/free shipping, so Shoptronics is still cheaper.November 2008. « Show Less
913649
I got it today(31.00), and it is from Fisher Price. I was expecting it to be from Mattel as stated on this web-site.
281633
This is a popular set and is sold out at the LEGO store and most retailers. As supply dwindles and demand remains, the price will go up just like it does on most other collectibles and LEGO sets.
370653
It was not twice the cost of all others when I bought it or I would not have. Lets be real here. I cant see any advantage that would justify the cost. If I was shopping today I would buy the Black and white 5614 set. It has flashing lights and 2 figures.
2206821
I saw it at another big chain store, B...Buy. It was for $350. If T is selling for $179, that is incredible. I will check them out.
528181
Don't see what the price you're paying now, but $30-$35, is a good price, my daughter loves it and it keeps all her Legos organized perfectly! Hope this helps!
449941
I have been watching this product everyday for weeks now. I have seen the price all over the place. I did see it one day for $99.00. I should have ordered it then! Right now, the price is at $159.00. I have seen it up over $400.00. I just dont understand why the price fluctuates so much day to day. I still think $159.00 is high.I really wouldnt pay over $159.00... is there another special present your daughter might like? I told my daughter that I will watch the price and maybe order it after Christmas. I told her that "I" wanted to get it for her (instead of Santa). Good luck. I hope it works out for you I have been watching this product everyday for weeks now. I have seen the price all over the place. I did see it one day for $99.00. I should have ordered it then! Right now, the price is at $159.00. I have seen it up over $400.00. I just dont understand why the price fluctuates so much day to day. I still think $159.00 is high.I really wouldnt pay over $159.00... is there another special present your daughter might like? I told my daughter that I will watch the price and maybe order it after Christmas. I told her that "I" wanted to get it for her (instead of Santa). Good... » Read More I have been watching this product everyday for weeks now. I have seen the price all over the place. I did see it one day for $99.00. I should have ordered it then! Right now, the price is at $159.00. I have seen it up over $400.00. I just dont understand why the price fluctuates so much day to day. I still think $159.00 is high.I really wouldnt pay over $159.00... is there another special present your daughter might like? I told my daughter that I will watch the price and maybe order it after Christmas. I told her that "I" wanted to get it for her (instead of Santa). Good luck. I hope it works out for you « Show Less
1498226
While Amazon gets these directly from Lego, sellers typically have to buy the product at the standard price (they basically pay 34.99 or around that) plus when selling it on Amazon they have to cover Amazon fees (around 20% from what I hear), shipping (Amazon sets shipping so sometimes sellers have to pay the difference). Of course, a seller also has to make a profit so when Amazon is out of something they try to make some profit.
1437743
You cannot buy it from LEGO. This was a popular set made in 2012 and getting harder to find as time passes.
474790
Our costs are higher than you have found it. These prices mostly include shipping. Amazon also collects a 15% fee from the sellers of this item. I would say keep buying it where you are.
2276152
We have it priced at $1.49 with the Hobby MarketPlace. Click on the 28 new from $.99 button to direct you to our item.
406247
I would guess that these are resellers who buy a product right away and if it goes out of stock the way Minecraft did they have a chance at selling it for those prices. Amazingly there are people who buy Lego entirely online, and almost never in store. For me, I purchase sets mostly online just because I live in Ohio and because they don't have a warehouse in Ohio, it saves me money on taxes alone. I know I rambled a bit, but I hope that answers a bit. And no, I am not an amazon seller.
147448
It is only 9474. You can purchase 9471 for about $30 retail. But the 9474 set is pretty neat as is and would not necessarily need 9471 to augment it unless your purpose is to collect all LOTR sets