Garbage Man Dan (tlm049) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | tlm049 |
| Theme | Scooby-Doo |
| Year Released | 2014 |
| Average Price (Used) | $1.97 |
| Average Price (New) | $10.34 |
| Price Range | $0.60 – $6.50 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Garbage Man Dan
The LEGO Garbage Man Dan (tlm049) is a Scooby-Doo minifigure worth $1.97 on average, released in 2014 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Scooby-Doo theme average is $7.85, making this figure below average for its theme.
Garbage Man Dan (tlm049) is a common Scooby-Doo minifigure, averaging $1.97 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Scooby-Doo 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 $10.34 vs $1.97 used — a 425% 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 Scooby-Doo figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in Garbage Man Dan (4)
Sets containing Garbage Man Dan (1)
Common questions about Garbage Man Dan
How much is LEGO tlm049 (Garbage Man Dan) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Garbage Man Dan (tlm049) is worth $1.97 used and $10.34 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.60 to $6.50 depending on condition. This is below the Scooby-Doo average of $7.85, making it one of the more affordable figures in the theme. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Garbage Man Dan minifigure?
Garbage Man Dan appears in 1 set: Trash Chomper (70805-1, ~$55.10). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Garbage Man Dan?
Look for the BrickLink ID tlm049 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Garbage Man Dan 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 Garbage Man Dan?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Scooby-Doo 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 Scooby-Doo Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.