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Shell Car Wash

Shell Car Wash

1255-1·Town / City·1999·2 minifigs·60 parts

Used Avg
$31.76
New Avg
$61.69
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About Shell Car Wash

Shell Car Wash (1255-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1999, currently averaging $31.76 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $4.34. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 60 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 14% of this set's value ($4.34 out of $31.76). 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 $61.69 vs $31.76 used — a 94% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Minifigures in Shell Car Wash (2)

Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Cap, Eyebrows
Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Cap, Eyebrows
shell008$1.99
Shirt with 2 Pockets, Blue Legs, Brown Female Hair
Shirt with 2 Pockets, Blue Legs, Brown Female Hair
twn001$2.36

Parts (60)

Sticker Sheet for Set 1255 - (22647/4129815)
Sticker Sheet for Set 1255 - (22647/4129815)
Glass for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges
Glass for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
×6
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 2 Studs on Top
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 2 Studs on Top
×2
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 - Hollow Stud
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 - Hollow Stud
×2
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
×2
Vehicle, Brush Holder
Vehicle, Brush Holder
×3
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom
×2
Window 1 x 4 x 5 (Undetermined Type)
Window 1 x 4 x 5 (Undetermined Type)
×4
Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 5
Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 5
×4
Vehicle, Brush Axle 1 x 8
Vehicle, Brush Axle 1 x 8
×3
Vehicle, Brush
Vehicle, Brush
×9
Vehicle, Mudguard 3 x 4 Slope
Vehicle, Mudguard 3 x 4 Slope
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 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×5
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×2
Brick 2 x 10
Brick 2 x 10
×3
Brick 2 x 8
Brick 2 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×2
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1 with 3 White Buttons and Red and Green Lamps on Black Background Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 1 with 3 White Buttons and Red and Green Lamps on Black Background Pattern
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
×4
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
×2
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Axle Holder
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Axle Holder
×3
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Minifigure, Utensil Hairbrush - 10mm Handle
Minifigure, Utensil Hairbrush - 10mm Handle
Baseplate 16 x 16
Baseplate 16 x 16
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×3
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×2
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
×4
Vehicle, Base 4 x 10 x 2/3 with 2 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside, No Center Hole
Vehicle, Base 4 x 10 x 2/3 with 2 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside, No Center Hole
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Minifigure Container D-Basket
Minifigure Container D-Basket
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
×2
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 No Studs, Top Pin
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 No Studs, Top Pin
×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Hollow Studs
×2
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
Hose, Flexible  8.5L with (Same Color) Tabbed Ends
Hose, Flexible 8.5L with (Same Color) Tabbed Ends
×3

Common questions about Shell Car Wash

How much is LEGO Shell Car Wash (1255-1) worth?

Shell Car Wash sells for an average of $31.76 used and $61.69 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 1255-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Cap, Eyebrows ($1.99), Shirt with 2 Pockets, Blue Legs, Brown Female Hair ($2.36). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $4.34. 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 Wash?

The minifigures make up about 14% of the set value ($4.34 out of $31.76). 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 Wash (1255-1) retired?

Yes, Shell Car Wash 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 Wash 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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