How many pieces are in the River Heist?

River Heist contains 203 pieces.

What age is the River Heist recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7-14.

When was the River Heist released?

River Heist was released in 2009.

River Heist (Set 8968)

Name: River Heist
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 8968-1
Rating: 4.3 (11 reviews)

River Heist

River Heist is an exciting entry in the LEGO Agents line.

🏆 Best For: Kids and LEGO fans who enjoy vehicle-based builds and imaginative play ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 203 pcs 🎂 Ages 7+

★★★☆☆ 3.9 from 11 reviews

Fans appreciate the unique boat design and the play features, such as the hidden compartment and flick-fire missiles. However, some find the set to be relatively simple and lacking in complexity compared to other LEGO sets.

📝 Our Take

River Heist is an exciting entry in the LEGO Agents line. This set delivers a fun, action-packed scene with a unique boat design and engaging play features that capture the essence of the theme's spy adventures.

This set is perfect for kids and LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy imaginative play and vehicle-based builds. The build is straightforward, making it accessible to younger builders, while the play features and minifigures offer plenty of opportunities for creating exciting scenarios.

Skip this if you are looking for a more challenging or complex building experience. Collectors seeking larger, more detailed models might prefer sets from the LEGO City or Creator lines, which offer more intricate builds and display value.

🧱 Building Experience

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203

Pieces

⏱

1.5h

Build Time

📊

Beginner

Difficulty

👤

7-14

Ages

Build Highlights:

The boat design is unique and visually appealing
Simple building techniques make it accessible to younger builders
The play features add excitement and interactivity
Includes a hidden compartment and flick-fire missiles

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable

C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Active

The River Heist set from the Agents theme has moderate investment potential. As a retired set from a relatively popular theme, it may see some appreciation over time, especially if kept in good condition with the box and instructions. However, its smaller piece count and lack of highly exclusive minifigures might limit its potential compared to larger, more sought-after sets. Collectors of the Agents theme may find it a worthwhile addition, but broader market appeal might be limited.

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📖 About This Set

Attention, Agent Fuse! Dr. Inferno's henchmen Dollar Bill and Dyna-Mite have just robbed the City bank and are getting away with their ill-gotten loot aboard their Super Airboat. Your Mission: to recapture the safe using your Agent Waterjet with firing flick missiles -- but watch out for the airboat's explosive devices! 3 minifigures included: Agent Fuse, Dollar Bill and Dyna-Mite! Agent Waterjet is equipped with 2 flick fire missiles! Super Airboat propeller spins when the boat moves! Super Airboat measures 6 inches (15.2cm) long by 4 inches (10.2cm) wide!