Town Vest Formal (wtr005) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | wtr005 |
| Theme | Town / City |
| Year Released | 2009 |
| Average Price (Used) | $1.36 |
| Average Price (New) | $7.01 |
| Price Range | $0.49 – $2.10 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat
The LEGO Town Vest Formal (wtr005) is a Town / City minifigure worth $1.36 on average, released in 2009 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Town / City theme average is $2.56, making this figure below average for its theme.
Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat (wtr005) is a common Town / City minifigure, averaging $1.36 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 $7.01 vs $1.36 used — a 416% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- This figure alone is worth 73% of its source set (Advent Calendar 2009, City (Day 13) - Chef and Cup, ~$1.85). If you find the set at retail or in a collection, the minifig is a significant chunk of the value.
- 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 Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat (4)
Sets containing Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat (1)
Common questions about Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat
How much is LEGO wtr005 (Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat (wtr005) is worth $1.36 used and $7.01 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.49 to $2.10 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat minifigure?
Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat appears in 1 set: Advent Calendar 2009, City (Day 13) - Chef and Cup (7687-14, ~$1.85). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's Hat?
Look for the BrickLink ID wtr005 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's 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 Town Vest Formal - Waiter with Chef's 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.