Amazon still has some retired LEGO sets available for purchase. The super detailed, to-scale R2-D2 set, which was retired in January 2025, can still be yours for $221.27, an 8% discount from its original price. Star Wars and LEGO have shared a rich history since 1999, producing everything from child-friendly playsets to intricate, display-worthy models. This R2-D2 set falls firmly into the latter category, making it a must-have for any Star Wars aficionado due to its meticulous detail and impressive size.

Although this R2-D2 set was recently discounted during Star Wars Day celebrations, it's unlikely to stay below MSRP for long.

Retired LEGO R2-D2 Is Still Available at Amazon

LEGO R2-D2

$239.99 save 8%
$221.27 at Amazon
This 2,315-piece set is the most detailed R2-D2 LEGO has ever produced. When it was first released, IGN had the opportunity to assemble it and found the experience delightful. Standing over a foot tall, you can pose R2 in various ways, and it includes all the iconic features from the movies. The third leg R2 uses for movement is retractable, the front hatches open and close, and the periscope extends from R2's head. LEGO's attention to detail is evident here, with every color, wire, tube, and light on R2's body being as screen-accurate as possible. If you manage to snag this set before it's gone, it pairs wonderfully with some of the best LEGO Star Wars sets to build in 2025.

R2-D2's most recent on-screen appearance was in 2021 during the sixth episode of "The Book of Boba Fett," titled "From the Desert Comes a Stranger." This episode is notable for featuring the return of a CGI de-aged Luke Skywalker, the first and last live-action appearance of bounty hunter Cad Bane, and, of course, our beloved blue and white astromech droid. We rated this episode a seven, noting that it focused more on "The Mandalorian" and nostalgic Star Wars elements than on its protagonist.

More Recently Retired LEGO Sets on Amazon

Once LEGO officially retires a set, they often remain available at other retailers like Amazon for a while longer. This extended inventory makes Amazon a prime destination for LEGO enthusiasts looking to purchase these coveted items. Below, we've highlighted some of the most popular recently retired sets that you can still buy:

Retired January 2025

LEGO Architecture Taj Mahal

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Retired December 2024

LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Medieval Castle

21
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Retired December 2025

LEGO Icons Chevrolet Camaro Z28

20
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Retired January 2025

LEGO Ideas Sonic The Hedgehog – Green Hill Zone

27
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Retired December 2024

LEGO Art The Amazing Spider-Man

34
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Retired January 2025

LEGO Friends Botanical Garden

16
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Retired January 2025

LEGO Technic Porsche 911 RSR

7
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