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LEGOs are classic childhood toys that can provide hours of entertainment. However, they can be expensive to purchase new. Here are some tips for buying LEGOs for cheap.

These tips will help you get all of your favorite LEGO® sets without spending a fortune. We know you must be excited to learn about them all therefore, we won’t keep you waiting any longer.

So without any further ado, let’s get into it and learn the tips for buying LEGOs for cheap!

Buying LEGO for Cheap: Is it True?

The first question that may come to your mind is whether it’s actually possible to buy LEGOs for cheap.

The answer is yes! It is definitely possible to find LEGOs at a fraction of the cost that you would pay if you were to buy them new from the store.

There are a few ways that you can go about doing this, which we will detail below.

Here are some tips for finding cheap LEGOs:

1. Check Garage Sales And Thrift Stores

You may be surprised at the gems you can find at garage sales and thrift stores. People often donate or sell their used LEGO® sets for very cheap, so it’s definitely worth checking these places out.

2. Look For Online Retailers That Sell Used LEGOs

There are a few online retailers that specialize in selling used LEGOs. These can be a great option if you’re looking for a specific set that’s no longer in production.

Although it may take a while to search for your favorite figures and sometimes you may not get the best quality, hey! it’s a great way to find cheap LEGOs after all right?

3. Search for LEGO® coupons and discounts online.

LEGO offers coupons and discounts on its official website from time to time, so it’s worth checking there before making a purchase. Additionally, there are a few websites that collect all of the current LEGO® coupons in one place, so you can easily find them all in one spot.

Apart from that, here’s a little secret that I want to share with you. There is a chrome extension called “Honey“.

You can install it and it automatically searches for valid coupons whenever you are buying something online. This way you can get the best deal on your favorite LEGO® figures without any issues at all.

4. LEGO® Auction Sites

The next place you can search for cheap LEGOs is auction sites like eBay. Here, you’ll find a wide variety of LEGO® sets being sold by individuals, so there’s a good chance you’ll be able to find what you’re looking for at a lower price. Just be sure to check the seller’s feedback rating before making a purchase to be sure that you’re getting a good deal.

5. Join Facebook Groups

There are many Facebook groups dedicated to buying and selling LEGO® sets. These can be a great place to find what you’re looking for at a lower price, as well as get rid of any unwanted LEGOs that you may have.

However, again, you need to be careful and make sure you do proper research about the buyer or seller before handing him/her your hard-earned money. Sometimes you may encounter scammers as these people are mostly targeting such groups.

6. Search For LEGO® Sets On Clearance At Online Stores

Many online stores have a clearance section where they sell LEGO® sets that have been discontinued or are overstocked. This is a great place to look for deals on LEGOs.

You may even find some old and rare LEGO® sets that are no longer in production which could be worth a lot of money in the future.

7. Wait for the Major Deal Events

There are usually big deal events a few times a year, such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday, etc. These are great times to look for deals on LEGOs as many retailers offer deep discounts on their products.

Black Friday is actually one of our favorite events followed by Cyber Monday. These two events can help you get tons of LEGO® sets mostly with straight 50% off. Isn’t it great? besides that, you can also get good deals on Christmas, thanksgiving (sometimes), Halloween, etc. too.

Where Is LEGO® The Cheapest?

Sometimes you might be wondering what is the cheapest place for buying LEGOs. No! we are not talking about a specific store or auction instead, we are talking about countries, towns, and cities.

Prices for LEGOs vary from country to country. For example, in the United States, the average price for a LEGO® set is around $60 while in Europe the average price is around €40.

However, there are some cities and towns where the prices are much lower than the average. In Hong Kong, for example, you can find LEGO® sets for as low as $20 (depending on the set).

So, if you’re looking for the cheapest place to buy LEGOs, then you should definitely check out Hong Kong.

Does LEGO® Ever Have A Sale?

Many people often wonder if LEGO® ever has a sale or not. And the answer to that is, Yes! they do have sales from time to time.

The best time to look for LEGO sales is during the holiday season as many retailers offer deep discounts on their products. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping holidays of the year and you can find some great deals on LEGOs during these times.

Another good time to look for LEGO® sales is at the end of the year as many retailers try to clear out their inventory to make room for new products. So, if you’re looking for a good deal on LEGOs, then you should definitely keep an eye out for these sales.

As an example, at the time of writing this, you can get these LEGO® Minions BrickHeadz on sale. Click here to see all LEGO® products on sale.

LEGO Sale Minions BrickHeadz Example LEGOs for Cheap

Conclusion

So those were some tips on buying LEGOs for cheap. We hope after reading this article, you will be able to find your favorite characters and even complete the sets, you’re looking for at a lower price.

This way you can collect all of your favorite characters such as Batman, Superman, Spiderman, Iron Man, Sesame Street, etc. without spending a lot of money.

Thanks for reading!

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