At 40, we have hit a milestone!

6276 Eldorado Fortress

Description: Released in 1989 at a retail price of about 50 dollars. This set has become one of the most rare, and most desired in MISB condition, and can fetch anywhere between 500 and 800 bucks now! Containing 462 parts and 8 minifigs, this was part of the Pirates/Imperial Armada series. The largest of the armada themed sets, this is truly a collectors item.

My take: I could of had this set, instead I opted for the Black Seas Barracuda, shame on me I suppose. The set features firing cannons, a moblie crane like device, 2 life boats and a prison. Minifigs include captian red beard and one of his co-horts, the imperial admiral and soldiers, complete with minifig weaponry. Looks like it could be fun to mess with, a bit basic by todays standards but back in 1989 Im sure it was not. Until next week!