Res-Q 1 (rsq003) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | rsq003 |
| Theme | Town / City |
| Year Released | 1998 |
| Average Price (Used) | $1.30 |
| Average Price (New) | $10.51 |
| Price Range | $0.80 – $4.00 |
| Parts | 5 |
| Found In | 2 sets |
About Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket
The LEGO Res-Q 1 (rsq003) is a Town / City minifigure worth $1.30 on average, released in 1998 and found in 2 sets. It has 5 individual parts. The Town / City theme average is $2.56, making this figure below average for its theme.
Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket (rsq003) is a common Town / City minifigure, averaging $1.30 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 $10.51 vs $1.30 used — a 706% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- 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 Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket (5)
Sets containing Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket (2)
Common questions about Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket
How much is LEGO rsq003 (Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket (rsq003) is worth $1.30 used and $10.51 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.80 to $4.00 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket minifigure?
Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket appears in 2 sets: River Response (6451-1, ~$76.13), Emergency Response Center (6479-1, ~$259.49).
How do I identify Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket?
Look for the BrickLink ID rsq003 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket is made up of 5 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 Res-Q 1 - Black Cap, Life Jacket?
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.