About Shell Petrol Pump
Shell Petrol Pump (1256-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1999, currently averaging $28.19 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $2.91. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option.
Part-out value
The minifigures make up only 10% of this set's value ($2.91 out of $28.19). 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 $97.66 vs $28.19 used — a 246% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
Minifigures in Shell Petrol Pump (2)
Common questions about Shell Petrol Pump
How much is LEGO Shell Petrol Pump (1256-1) worth?
Shell Petrol Pump sells for an average of $28.19 used and $97.66 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 1256-1?
This set includes 2 minifigures: Shell - Jacket, Black Legs, Red Helmet, Black Visor ($1.48), Jacket Brown - Light Gray Legs, Black Male Hair, Black Sunglasses ($1.43). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $2.91. 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 Petrol Pump?
The minifigures make up about 10% of the set value ($2.91 out of $28.19). 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 Petrol Pump (1256-1) retired?
Yes, Shell Petrol Pump 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 Petrol Pump 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.