How much is LEGO Basic Building Set (547-1) worth?

Basic Building Set sells for an average of $87.00 used 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 547-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Plain Black Torso with Black Arms, White Legs, Black Pigtails Hair ($1.70), Plain Blue Torso with Blue Arms, Red Legs, Brown Male Hair ($2.50). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $4.20. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Basic Building Set?

The minifigures make up about 5% of the set value ($4.20 out of $87.00). 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 Basic Building Set (547-1) retired?

Yes, Basic Building Set 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.

How do I check if my Basic Building Set 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.

Basic Building Set

547-1·LEGO·1987·2 minifigs·97 parts

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$87.00

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$87.00

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About Basic Building Set

Basic Building Set (547-1) is a LEGO LEGO set released in 1987, currently averaging $87.00 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $4.20. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 97 pieces.

Parts (97)

Brick 2 x 4

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Brick 2 x 4

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Brick 2 x 4

×8

Brick 2 x 4

×8

Brick 2 x 4

×2

Brick 2 x 3

×6

Brick 2 x 3

×4

Brick 2 x 3

×6

Brick 2 x 3

×2

Brick 2 x 3

×2

Brick 2 x 2

×6

Brick 2 x 2

×4

Brick 2 x 2

×6

Brick 2 x 2

×6

Brick 2 x 2

×2

Brick 1 x 2

×34

Brick 1 x 2

×32

Brick 1 x 2

×34

Brick 1 x 2

×30

Brick 1 x 2

×22

Brick 1 x 2

×8

Brick 1 x 1

×22

Brick 1 x 1

×20

Brick 1 x 1

×22

Brick 1 x 1

×20

Brick 1 x 1

×16

Brick 1 x 1

×2

Brick 1 x 8

×2

Brick 1 x 8

×2

Brick 1 x 8

×2

Brick 1 x 6

×6

Brick 1 x 6

×4

Brick 1 x 6

×6

Brick 1 x 6

×4

Brick 1 x 4

×14

Brick 1 x 4

×9

Brick 1 x 4

×16

Brick 1 x 4

×8

Brick 1 x 4

×2

Brick 1 x 4

×3

Plate 2 x 4

×2

Plate 2 x 4

×2

Plate 2 x 3

×2

Plate 2 x 3

×2

Plate 2 x 2

×2

Plate 4 x 10

Plate 4 x 4

Plate 4 x 6

Plate 2 x 8

×2

Plate 2 x 8

×4

Plate 4 x 8

Slope 45 2 x 2

×4

Slope 45 2 x 2

×6

Slope 45 2 x 2

×2

Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Red Wheels for Single Tire with Black Tires 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (3137c01 / 3641)

×2

Hinge Plate 2 x 4

Plate, Modified 1 x 4 with Tow Ball Socket, Short, 4 Slots (7mm Socket Length)

Plate, Modified 1 x 4 with Tow Ball

Slope 33 3 x 4

×6

Slope 33 3 x 2

×6

Slope 33 2 x 4 Double

×3

Slope 33 2 x 2 Double

×2

Arch 1 x 6 x 2 - Thick Top with Reinforced Underside

×2

Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)

Plate 1 x 8

×2

Plant, Tree Pine Large 4 x 4 x 6 2/3

Tire 24mm D. x 8mm Offset Tread - Interior Ridges

×4

Brick, Modified 1 x 1 x 2 with Shutter Holder

×6

Shutter for Window 1 x 2 x 2

×4

Brick 1 x 3

×12

Brick 1 x 3

×10

Brick 1 x 3

×12

Brick 1 x 3

×11

Brick 1 x 3

×5

Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice

×4

Door 1 x 4 x 6

×2

Arch 1 x 4

×2

Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin

×4

Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin

×6

Plate 1 x 4

×4

Plate 1 x 4

×4

Plant Flower Stem with Stud and 3 Stems

×4

Plant Flower Small, 4 on Sprue

Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs

×2

Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2

Plate 2 x 10

×2

Window 1 x 4 x 3

×4

Pane for Window 1 x 2 x 3

×8

Shutter for Window 1 x 2 x 3

×8

Baseplate 16 x 32

Door 1 x 4 x 5 with 4 Panes

×2

Ladder 14 x 2 1/2 with 13 Rungs

Window 1 x 2 x 2 with Fixed Trans-Clear Glass

×4

Wheel with 4 Studs and Metal Axle Cam

×4

Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Wheels Holder, Trans-Clear Bottom

×2

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Parts (97)

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How much is LEGO Basic Building Set (547-1) worth?

What minifigures come in LEGO set 547-1?

Is it worth parting out LEGO Basic Building Set?

Is LEGO Basic Building Set (547-1) retired?

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