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Cargo Carrier

Cargo Carrier

4030-1·LEGO·1987·2 minifigs·105 parts

Used Avg
$156.30
New Avg
$825.33
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About Cargo Carrier

Cargo Carrier (4030-1) is a LEGO LEGO set released in 1987, currently averaging $156.30 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $9.59. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 105 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 6% of this set's value ($9.59 out of $156.30). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $825.33 vs $156.30 used — a 428% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1987). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Cargo Carrier (2)

Boat Admiral with Gold Anchor Pattern
Boat Admiral with Gold Anchor Pattern
boat001$4.06
Boat Worker - Torso with Anchor, Black Legs, White Construction Helmet
Boat Worker - Torso with Anchor, Black Legs, White Construction Helmet
boat003×2$2.76

Parts (105)

Minifigure, Utensil Control Panel
Minifigure, Utensil Control Panel
Minifigure, Utensil Control Panel
Minifigure, Utensil Control Panel
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
×4
Container, Boat Cargo Loading Plate 10 x 12 with 6 x 8 Tub
Container, Boat Cargo Loading Plate 10 x 12 with 6 x 8 Tub
×2
Hinge Bar 12L with 3 Fingers and Open End Stud
Hinge Bar 12L with 3 Fingers and Open End Stud
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Lifting Ring Thin
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Lifting Ring Thin
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane
×3
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
×16
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×3
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×3
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×8
Brick 2 x 8
Brick 2 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×3
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×9
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×8
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×6
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×6
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×12
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×5
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×6
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
×2
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
×2
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Panel Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Panel Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×4
Slope 45 2 x 1 with Black Rotary Phone Dial and Buttons Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 1 with Black Rotary Phone Dial and Buttons Pattern
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×12
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
×2
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
×8
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×4
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×4
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×4
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×4
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×4
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×4
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Technic, Plate 2 x 8 with 7 Holes
Technic, Plate 2 x 8 with 7 Holes
×2
Technic, Plate 2 x 8 with 7 Holes
Technic, Plate 2 x 8 with 7 Holes
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Minifigure, Utensil Axe
Minifigure, Utensil Axe
Window 1 x 4 x 3
Window 1 x 4 x 3
×2
Window 1 x 4 x 3
Window 1 x 4 x 3
×2
Shutter for Window 1 x 2 x 3
Shutter for Window 1 x 2 x 3
×4
Shutter for Window 1 x 2 x 3
Shutter for Window 1 x 2 x 3
×4
Minifigure, Utensil Space Gun / Torch
Minifigure, Utensil Space Gun / Torch
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Sticker Sheet for Set 4030 - (197895)
Sticker Sheet for Set 4030 - (197895)
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thin (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thin (Vertical Grip)
×2
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
×2
String Reel 2 x 4 x 2 Drum
String Reel 2 x 4 x 2 Drum
String Reel 2 x 4 x 2 Holder
String Reel 2 x 4 x 2 Holder
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
×10
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Solid Studs
×4
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Solid Studs
×4
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
×2
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 9 2/3 Bar with Slot on Top and 2 Finger Hinge on Two Sides
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 9 2/3 Bar with Slot on Top and 2 Finger Hinge on Two Sides
×2
Hinge Bar 8L with 3 Fingers and Open End Stud
Hinge Bar 8L with 3 Fingers and Open End Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
×2
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
×2
Technic, Axle  3L
Technic, Axle 3L
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
×2
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
×2
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
×8
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane
×13
Window 1 x 4 x 2 Plane, Single Top Hole and Double Bottom Holes for Glass
Window 1 x 4 x 2 Plane, Single Top Hole and Double Bottom Holes for Glass
×5
Brick, Modified 2 x 6 x 2 Weight - Bottom Sealed, Dimple on Ends
Brick, Modified 2 x 6 x 2 Weight - Bottom Sealed, Dimple on Ends
×6
Boat, Hull Unitary 52 x 12 x 6 1/3
Boat, Hull Unitary 52 x 12 x 6 1/3
String, Cord Thin    75cm
String, Cord Thin 75cm
String, Cord Medium Thickness (Undetermined Length)
String, Cord Medium Thickness (Undetermined Length)

Common questions about Cargo Carrier

How much is LEGO Cargo Carrier (4030-1) worth?

Cargo Carrier sells for an average of $156.30 used and $825.33 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 4030-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Boat Admiral with Gold Anchor Pattern ($4.06), Boat Worker - Torso with Anchor, Black Legs, White Construction Helmet ($2.76). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $9.59. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Cargo Carrier?

The minifigures make up about 6% of the set value ($9.59 out of $156.30). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Cargo Carrier (4030-1) retired?

Yes, Cargo Carrier was released in 1987 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Cargo Carrier set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 2 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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