What age is the Lex Luthor recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6-12.

When was the Lex Luthor released?

Lex Luthor was released in 2012.

🏛 Superman

Set #30164

Lex Luthor

Lex Luthor is a fun, pocket-sized Superman collectible.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Beginner build Perfect for kids and LEGO DC fans looking for a quick and easy build
Build: 14 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 71 ratings

Fans appreciate the exclusive Lex Luthor minifigure, making it a desirable collectible. However, some find the set overpriced for the low piece count and simple build.

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📝 Our Take

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Lex Luthor is a fun, pocket-sized Superman collectible. This polybag offers a chance to own a unique version of Superman's arch-nemesis without breaking the bank, perfect for adding to your LEGO DC lineup.

This set is perfect for LEGO Superman fans and minifigure collectors. The build is quick and easy, making it a great impulse purchase or small gift, and the exclusive Lex Luthor minifigure is a definite draw.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex building experience or large display model. This is a small polybag focused on the minifigure; consider larger Superman sets for more involved builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.25h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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6-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and fast build
Focus on the minifigure and its accessories
Uses basic LEGO building techniques
Great for expanding a LEGO DC collection

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

As a retired polybag with an exclusive minifigure, Lex Luthor (30164-1) has some investment potential. Its small size and relatively low piece count mean it won't command huge prices, but the demand from DC Comics and LEGO collectors, coupled with its retired status, should help it maintain and potentially increase in value over time. The stable price trend suggests consistent collector interest. However, polybags are generally less sought after than larger sets, so expect moderate, rather than explosive, growth.

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This polybag offers a more affordable entry point into the Superman theme compared to larger sets. While lacking the complex build of sets like the Daily Planet (76195-1), it provides a unique Lex Luthor minifigure. Collectors prioritizing minifigures or those on a budget might prefer this set.

1 Minifigure Included

Lex Luthor with Dark Purple Legs and Bright Green Shoulder Armor

7 parts

B+

The Lex Luthor minifigure with Dark Purple Legs and Bright Green Shoulder Armor is the main draw of this set, offering a unique variant not found in larger sets. This exclusivity enhances its collectible value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 14
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 8 unique parts, 10 pieces
Minifigures: 1

LEGO counts 14 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 17, including the 7 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 3× Black

Equipment Flotati...

Part #: 30340 1× Green

Rock 1 x 1 Crysta...

Part #: 30385 1× Trans-Green

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 1× Black

Equipment Camera ...

Part #: 4360 1× Black

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 1× Trans-Bright Green

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Green

This polybag offers a small selection of basic black and trans-green elements. The trans-bright green round tile and green flotation ring add a pop of color and could be useful for small-scale MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Brick 2 x 2 (3x) $0.15

Black Antenna 1 x 4 with Rounded Top (1x) $0.30

Trans-Bright Green Light Cover 1 x 1 Round with Internal Bar / Bionicle Barraki Eye (1x) $0.75

Green Equipment Flotation Ring [Life Preserver] (1x) $0.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$1.70

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 LexCorp micro-scale vehicle designs

🤖 Small LexCorp security robot

🏙 Micro-scale LexCorp Tower

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