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Shell Car Transporter

Shell Car Transporter

1253-1·Town / City·1999·1 minifig·53 parts

Used Avg
$12.19
New Avg
$38.75
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About Shell Car Transporter

Shell Car Transporter (1253-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1999, currently averaging $12.19 used on BrickLink. It comes with 1 minifigure worth a combined $1.99. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 53 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 16% of this set's value ($1.99 out of $12.19). 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 $38.75 vs $12.19 used — a 218% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Minifigures in Shell Car Transporter (1)

Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Cap, Eyebrows
Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Cap, Eyebrows
shell008$1.99

Parts (53)

Sticker Sheet for Set 1253-1 - (22645/4129813)
Sticker Sheet for Set 1253-1 - (22645/4129813)
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
×4
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
×3
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Vehicle, Base 4 x 7 x 2/3
Vehicle, Base 4 x 7 x 2/3
Plate 2 x 12
Plate 2 x 12
Minifigure, Headgear Helmet Motorcycle (Standard)
Minifigure, Headgear Helmet Motorcycle (Standard)
Minifigure, Visor Standard
Minifigure, Visor Standard
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Wheel 8mm D. x 9mm for Slicks, Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin
Wheel 8mm D. x 9mm for Slicks, Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin
×4
Tire 14mm D. x 9mm Smooth Small Wide Slick
Tire 14mm D. x 9mm Smooth Small Wide Slick
×4
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×4
Windscreen 5 x 4 x 3
Windscreen 5 x 4 x 3
Vehicle, Trailer Base 6 x 12 x 1 1/3
Vehicle, Trailer Base 6 x 12 x 1 1/3
Tile, Modified 2 x 3 with 2 Clips Angled
Tile, Modified 2 x 3 with 2 Clips Angled
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×3
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2 with Ferrari Logo Pattern
Slope 33 3 x 2 with Ferrari Logo Pattern
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
×2
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×5
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring
×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×2
Vehicle, Base 4 x 5
Vehicle, Base 4 x 5
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Container, Cupboard 2 x 3 x 2 - Solid Studs
Container, Cupboard 2 x 3 x 2 - Solid Studs
Container, Cupboard 2 x 3 x 2 Door
Container, Cupboard 2 x 3 x 2 Door
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×2
Wheel 11mm D. x 12mm, Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin
Wheel 11mm D. x 12mm, Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin
×4
Tire 21mm D. x 12mm - Offset Tread Small Wide
Tire 21mm D. x 12mm - Offset Tread Small Wide
×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide and Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide and Hole
×2

Common questions about Shell Car Transporter

How much is LEGO Shell Car Transporter (1253-1) worth?

Shell Car Transporter sells for an average of $12.19 used and $38.75 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 1253-1?

This set includes 1 minifigure: Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Cap, Eyebrows ($1.99). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $1.99. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Shell Car Transporter?

The minifigures make up about 16% of the set value ($1.99 out of $12.19). 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 Shell Car Transporter (1253-1) retired?

Yes, Shell Car Transporter was released in 1999 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 Shell Car Transporter set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 1 minifigure. 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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