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Relive the simple joy of classic LEGO with this 427-piece set from 1990. Includes 2 minifigures and a handy storage chest!

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Build-N-Store Chest

The Build-N-Store Chest is a charming throwback to classic LEGO play.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for young children learning basic LEGO building techniques and organization ⏱ 2 hr build 🧩 427 pcs
★★★☆☆ 3.8

Fans appreciate the nostalgic value and the simple, functional design of the Build-N-Store Chest. While some find the building experience basic, the set's ability to combine play with storage is generally well-received.

📝 Our Take

The Build-N-Store Chest is a charming throwback to classic LEGO play. This set combines the fun of building with practical storage, encouraging creativity and organization in one package. It's a simple yet effective design that captures the essence of LEGO's early years.

This set is perfect for young children and LEGO beginners. The build is straightforward and accessible, promoting basic building skills and imaginative play. The inclusion of minifigures adds a storytelling element that kids will love.

Skip this if you're seeking advanced building techniques or display-focused models. Those looking for complex builds might prefer larger, more detailed sets from themes like LEGO City or Creator. Consider set 10696-1 for a more varied parts selection.

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🧱 Building Experience

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427
Pieces
2h
Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building process
  • Focus on creating a functional storage chest
  • Encourages basic brick-laying skills
  • Includes minifigures for added play value

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Build-N-Store Chest, released in 1990, presents a unique investment opportunity due to its age and nostalgic appeal. As a retired set from LEGO's early era, it attracts collectors interested in vintage LEGO items. While its piece count isn't exceptionally high, its complete-in-box condition significantly impacts its value. However, mass market availability during its initial release may limit substantial appreciation. Keeping an eye on demand in online LEGO communities is crucial for potential investors.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern storage solutions like the LEGO Creative Suitcase (10713-1), the Build-N-Store Chest offers a more classic LEGO building experience combined with storage. While newer sets provide more specialized pieces, this set's vintage charm and minifigure inclusion make it a unique collectible. Collectors may prefer this for its nostalgic value, while builders might opt for the Creative Suitcase for its wider range of parts.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two classic minifigures: a man with a red/white striped shirt and a woman with a gold necklace and red hair. These figures are representative of LEGO's early designs and add to the set's nostalgic appeal.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 74 unique parts • 418 total pieces

Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheels White Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 122c02 Black
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Red
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 White
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Red
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2458 Blue
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 Blue
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends, Open Hub Propeller 4 Blade...
Part #: 2479 Blue
Storage Bin, with Handle and Slots for Six Compartments Storage Bin, with...
Part #: 2745stor Blue
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Blue
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Yellow
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 White
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Red
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 White
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Red
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Blue
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Yellow
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Black
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Blue
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 White
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 20× Blue
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 34× Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Trans-Clear
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 16× Yellow
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 20× White
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 22× Red
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Trans-Clear
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 10× Black
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 17× White
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 16× Blue
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 14× Yellow
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 White
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Red
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Red
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Blue
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Blue
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 12× Red
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Yellow
Brick 1 x 4 with Basic Car Tail-lights Print Brick 1 x 4 with ...
Part #: 3010apr0012 Red
Brick 1 x 4 with Basic Car Tail-lights Print Brick 1 x 4 with ...
Part #: 3010pr9974 Red
Brick 1 x 4 with Basic Car Headlights Print Brick 1 x 4 with ...
Part #: 3010pr9975 Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Blue
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Red
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Blue
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Red
Plate 4 x 10 Plate 4 x 10
Part #: 3030 Blue
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Red
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Blue
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Blue
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Red
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Trans-Clear
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Blue
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Classic, Short Lip [with Glass] Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 3081c01 Yellow
Plate Special 1 x 4 with Towball Socket, Long, 4 Slots Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3183b Red
Plate Special 1 x 4 with Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3184 Red
Slope 33° 3 x 4 Slope 33° 3 x 4
Part #: 3297 Blue
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Blue
Slope 33° 2 x 4 Double Slope 33° 2 x 4 D...
Part #: 3299 Blue
Slope 33° 2 x 2 Double Slope 33° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3300 Blue
Plant, Pine Tree, Large, 4 x 4 x 6 2/3 Plant, Pine Tree,...
Part #: 3471 Green
Tyre Offset Tread 24 x 8 Tyre Offset Tread...
Part #: 3483 Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Red
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Blue
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 White
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Yellow
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Blue
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Red
Fence Lattice 1 x 4 x 1 Fence Lattice 1 x...
Part #: 3633 Red
Tyre 15 x 6 Offset Tread Small Tyre 15 x 6 Offse...
Part #: 3641 Black
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 Red
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Blue
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Blue
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Blue
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Red
Plant, Flower Stem Plant, Flower Stem
Part #: 3741 Green
Plant, Flower - Small Plant, Flower - S...
Part #: 3742 Blue
Plant, Flower - Small Plant, Flower - S...
Part #: 3742 Red
Plant, Flower - Small Plant, Flower - S...
Part #: 3742 White
Slope Inverted 33° 3 x 2 [No Connections between Studs] Slope Inverted 33...
Part #: 3747a Blue
Wheel Arch, Mudguard 2 x 4 Studded Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 3788 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Red
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Red
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Part #: 3821 Red
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Part #: 3822 Red
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2 Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Part #: 3823 Trans-Clear
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Red
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Window 1 x 4 x 3
Part #: 3853 Yellow
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Pane Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...
Part #: 3854 Red
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Shutter Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...
Part #: 3856 Red
Baseplate 16 x 32 Baseplate 16 x 32
Part #: 3857 Green
Door 1 x 4 x 5 with 4 Panes, Squared Base Door 1 x 4 x 5 wi...
Part #: 3861b Yellow
Antenna 1 x 4 with Rounded Top Antenna 1 x 4 wit...
Part #: 3957a Black
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted [Radar] with Red Stripes Print Space Radar Dish 4 x 4 Invert...
Part #: 3960pr9986 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Ladder Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4175 Black
Vehicle Base 4 x 10 x 2/3 with 2 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside, 1 x 2 Cutouts, No Center Hole Vehicle Base 4 x ...
Part #: 4212b White
Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [First Wave Left] Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...
Part #: 4495a Yellow
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [Solid Studs] Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...
Part #: 4864a White
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 with Red Cross Print Panel 1 x 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 4864apr0008 White
Brick Separator v1.0 Brick Separator v1.0
Part #: 6007 Dark Gray
Storage Case Divider, Build-N-Store Chest Storage Case Divi...
Part #: 6853 Blue
Wheel Old with 4 Studs Wheel Old with 4 ...
Part #: 7039 Red
Brick Special 2 x 4 with Wheel Holder Old, Clear Bottom, Red Inside Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 7049bc01 Black
The set features a good selection of basic bricks in red, blue, white, and yellow, making it suitable for general building and MOC projects. While no parts are particularly rare, the variety of colors allows for creative constructions.

💎 Notable Parts

Red Brick 1 x 2 (34x) $1.70
White Brick 1 x 2 (20x) $1.00
Blue Brick 1 x 2 (20x) $1.00
Red Window 1 x 2 x 3 Pane (8x) $2.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$5.70

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Small town buildings and structures
🏰 Medieval-themed buildings and fortifications
🚗 Simple cars, trucks, or airplanes

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What YouTubers Say

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3.0 /5
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Based on 9 YouTube reviews

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Charts Inventory Statistics

74
Unique Parts
418
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1