The latest LEGO Insiders double points event is in full swing, and it’s one of the best times of the year to pick up retiring sets you’ve had your eye on before they disappear for good.
With more than 100 sets retiring in July, now is the moment to make those final purchases. As a LEGO writer, I already own a lot of the current catalogue, but there are still several retiring sets I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend – if I didn’t already have them on my shelves.
Here are six standout sets worth grabbing during double points if they’re still on your wishlist.
75347 TIE Bomber
Price: £59.99 / $64.99 / €64.99 Piece count: 625 LEGO Insiders points: 480 960
75347 TIE Bomber is almost a textbook example of a set worth buying during a double points event. The main criticism is its slightly high retail price, but double points go some way to softening that.
The build is satisfying, the minifigures are strong, and the finished model makes for an excellent display piece. It’s a solid all-rounder that benefits directly from a promotional window like this.
76297 Dancing Groot
Price: £39.99 / $44.99 / €44.99 Piece count: 459 LEGO Insiders points: 320 640
76297 Dancing Groot isn’t the most complex build in this list, but it might be the most fun. It looks great on a shelf, but its real charm comes from the play feature – turn the handle and Groot starts dancing.
It doesn’t try to reinvent anything, but it doesn’t need to. It’s simple, cheerful, and hard to dislike.
76429 Talking Sorting Hat
Price: £89.99 / $99.99 / €99.99 Piece count: 561 LEGO Insiders points: 720 1440
76429 Talking Sorting Hat is a clever concept executed well. It’s one of those sets where the idea alone carries a lot of weight, but the build backs it up.
Yes, the price is on the higher side, but double points make it easier to justify. The expressive design, hidden details, and sound brick all combine into a display piece that quickly wins you over once it’s built.
60473 The City Tower
Price: £179.99 / $209.99 / €199.99 Piece count: 1,941 LEGO Insiders points: 1440 2880
60473 The City Tower feels like a celebration of everything LEGO City does best. It’s packed with variety: a police station, fire station, metro station, space launch pad, and even a skate park.
It’s big, busy, and full of minifigures. If you don’t already own it, this is exactly the kind of set that makes sense to pick up before it retires – especially with double points in play.
71845 Lloyd’s Jet Mech
Price: £89.99 / $109.99 / €99.99 Piece count: 1,112 LEGO Insiders points: 720 1440
71845 Lloyd’s Jet Mech is pure Ninjago energy. It’s the kind of set you look at and immediately think, ‘that just works’.
A transforming mech-jet hybrid taking on dragons feels like the kind of concept the theme does best. It’s dynamic, bold, and a strong addition for anyone who enjoys the more action-focused side of NINJAGO.
75404 Acclamator-Class Assault Ship
Price: £44.99 / $49.99 / €49.99 Piece count: 450 LEGO Insiders points: 360 720
75404 Acclamator-Class Assault Ship is a set that arguably deserves more attention than it gets. The detailing is strong, the silhouette works beautifully on display, and it’s relatively affordable for a LEGO Star Wars set.
It’s the sort of build you might overlook now, but regret not picking up in a few years when it’s long gone from shelves.
If you’re planning to take advantage of double points before the event ends on June 29, these are exactly the kinds of retiring sets that make the most sense: strong builds, solid display value, and just enough uniqueness to stand out once they’re gone.
Head here for a complete list of LEGO sets retiring in July. You’ll also find a comprehensive list of when every single LEGO set is due to leave shelves on our regularly-updated retiring LEGO sets page.
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