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LEGO Special Value 96 pieces (Canadian Set)

Set #1960 · 1985 · 104 pieces · Quick build

LEGO Special Value 96 pieces (Canadian Set) set 1960 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
1960
Name
Special Value 96 pieces (Canadian Set)
Year
1985
Pieces
104
Complexity
Quick
Build Time
20-45 minutes
Ages
6+
Type
Play-focused
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About LEGO Special Value 96 pieces (Canadian Set)

LEGO Special Value 96 pieces (Canadian Set) (set #1960) is a mid-sized build with 104 pieces from the Universal Building Set theme, released in 1985. The Universal Building Set line features classic brick assortments for general building. This is a quick-level build suitable for ages 6+, with an estimated build time of 20-45 minutes. This set dates from the 1980s, widely considered LEGO's golden age of original themes.

Set Highlights

  • 104 pieces at quick complexity — a 20-45 minutes build.
  • Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
  • Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 6+ builders.
  • Vintage 1985 release — increasingly rare in complete, unplayed condition.

Who Is This Set For?

Gift for Ages 6+

The quick difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 6+ age range.

Weekend Build Project

104 pieces with an estimated 20-45 minutes fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.

Expanding a Universal Building Set Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Universal Building Set shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.

Build Tips

1

Check the piece count on the bag against the parts list before starting — knowing what you have prevents mid-build surprises.

2

Even in small sets, connection order matters. Follow the steps rather than building sections independently.

3

Vintage sets may show slight color variation from modern LEGO due to different ABS formulas. This is normal and part of the set's character, not a defect.

Finding Instructions

Instructions for older sets like #1960 (1985) may not always be available on LEGO.com. Try searching the set number directly, or upload a photo of the bricks to LegoFinder — the AI can identify vintage sets from their parts.

Special Value 96 pieces (Canadian Set) FAQ

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