Chef (chef003) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | chef003 |
| Theme | Town / City |
| Year Released | 1980 |
| Average Price (Used) | $1.70 |
| Average Price (New) | $14.14 |
| Price Range | $0.95 – $2.46 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 2 sets |
About Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat
The LEGO Chef (chef003) is a Town / City minifigure worth $1.70 on average, released in 1980 and found in 2 sets. It has 4 individual parts. The Town / City theme average is $2.56, making this figure below average for its theme.
Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat (chef003) is a common Town / City minifigure, averaging $1.70 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Town / City figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $14.14 vs $1.70 used — a 730% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 4 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
- At this price point, list on BrickLink with other Town / City figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat (4)
Sets containing Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat (2)
Common questions about Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat
How much is LEGO chef003 (Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat (chef003) is worth $1.70 used and $14.14 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.95 to $2.46 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat minifigure?
Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat appears in 2 sets: Town Square - Castle Scene (1592-1, ~$170.43), Town Square - Castle Scene {Dutch Version} (1592-2, ~$2983.77).
How do I identify Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat?
Look for the BrickLink ID chef003 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat is made up of 4 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
What's the best way to sell Chef - White Legs, Standard Grin, Black Top Hat?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Town / City minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Town / City Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.