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Discovery Station

Discovery Station

1782-1·Town / City·1997·5 minifigs·169 parts

Used Avg
$155.78
New Avg
$402.79
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About Discovery Station

Discovery Station (1782-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1997, currently averaging $155.78 used on BrickLink. It comes with 5 minifigures worth a combined $9.49. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 169 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 6% of this set's value ($9.49 out of $155.78). 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 $402.79 vs $155.78 used — a 159% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1997). 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 Discovery Station (5)

Divers - Control 1, Yellow Legs with Black Hips, White Cap
Divers - Control 1, Yellow Legs with Black Hips, White Cap
div008$2.10
Divers - Control 2, Yellow Legs with Black Hips, White Cap
Divers - Control 2, Yellow Legs with Black Hips, White Cap
div012$1.67
Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs, Black Helmet
Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs, Black Helmet
div014$1.74
Divers - Red Diver 2, White Cap
Divers - Red Diver 2, White Cap
div020$1.10
Skeleton - Standard Skull, Floppy Arms
Skeleton - Standard Skull, Floppy Arms
gen001$2.88

Parts (169)

Sticker Sheet for Set 1782, Sheet 1 - (71586/4109873)
Sticker Sheet for Set 1782, Sheet 1 - (71586/4109873)
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 3 Frame - Hollow Studs
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 3 Frame - Hollow Studs
×2
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Lifting Ring Thin
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Lifting Ring Thin
×2
Wedge 3 1/2 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge 3 1/2 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge 3 1/2 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge 3 1/2 x 4 without Stud Notches
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
×3
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
×2
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Propeller 3 Blade Small
Propeller 3 Blade Small
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×3
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Hinge Bar with 3 Fingers and End Stud (Control Lever)
Hinge Bar with 3 Fingers and End Stud (Control Lever)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
×4
Plate 2 x 12
Plate 2 x 12
Minifigure, Headgear Helmet Motorcycle (Standard)
Minifigure, Headgear Helmet Motorcycle (Standard)
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
×2
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends and Open Hub
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends and Open Hub
Plant, Tree Palm Trunk - Long Indented Connector
Plant, Tree Palm Trunk - Long Indented Connector
×5
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
×2
Bird, Parrot with Small Beak with Green and Yellow Feathers, White Face and Yellow Beak Pattern
Bird, Parrot with Small Beak with Green and Yellow Feathers, White Face and Yellow Beak Pattern
Shark Body
Shark Body
Shark Body
Shark Body
Shark Head with Pointed Nose and Debossed Eyes
Shark Head with Pointed Nose and Debossed Eyes
Monkey with Yellow Hands and Feet
Monkey with Yellow Hands and Feet
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Plant, Tree Palm Base
Plant, Tree Palm Base
Bar 1.2L with Top Stud and 4 Bar Arms Up (Palm Tree Top)
Bar 1.2L with Top Stud and 4 Bar Arms Up (Palm Tree Top)
Minifigure Footgear Flippers, 2 on Sprue
Minifigure Footgear Flippers, 2 on Sprue
×2
Windscreen 4 x 4 x 3 Canopy
Windscreen 4 x 4 x 3 Canopy
Crane Harbor Derrick 16
Crane Harbor Derrick 16
×2
Technic, Link 1 x 16
Technic, Link 1 x 16
Crane Harbor Derrick 10 (Top Part)
Crane Harbor Derrick 10 (Top Part)
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 2 x 10
Brick 2 x 10
Brick 2 x 8
Brick 2 x 8
Panel 3 x 3 x 3 Corner Convex
Panel 3 x 3 x 3 Corner Convex
×2
Panel 4 x 3 x 3 with Trans-Light Blue Porthole
Panel 4 x 3 x 3 with Trans-Light Blue Porthole
×2
Arm Piece with Tow Ball and Clip
Arm Piece with Tow Ball and Clip
×4
Windscreen 6 x 6 x 3 Canopy Dome Half Sphere with Hinge
Windscreen 6 x 6 x 3 Canopy Dome Half Sphere with Hinge
Ray / Stingray
Ray / Stingray
Boat, Rubber Raft, Small
Boat, Rubber Raft, Small
Minifigure, Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base
Minifigure, Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Minifigure, Visor Scuba Diver Mask
Minifigure, Visor Scuba Diver Mask
Minifigure Breathing Apparatus, Scuba Regulator and Air Tank without Bar Holder
Minifigure Breathing Apparatus, Scuba Regulator and Air Tank without Bar Holder
Minifigure, Utensil Underwater Scooter Octagonal with Handles
Minifigure, Utensil Underwater Scooter Octagonal with Handles
Plant Sea Grass / Seaweed
Plant Sea Grass / Seaweed
×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×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
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
×2
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 6 x 10
×2
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Blue Screen with Medium Blue Fish and Yellow Lines Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Blue Screen with Medium Blue Fish and Yellow Lines Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Black and Green Radar Screen, Digital '38', Buttons, and Dial Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Black and Green Radar Screen, Digital '38', Buttons, and Dial Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
×2
Tile 2 x 2 with Blue and Red Scallop and Crab Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Blue and Red Scallop and Crab Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Blue and Red Seahorse Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Blue and Red Seahorse Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Blue and Red Eel Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Blue and Red Eel Pattern
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Red and Yellow Controls and Two White Stripes on Left Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Red and Yellow Controls and Two White Stripes on Left Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with White 'X-RAY' and Red Line on Black Background Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with White 'X-RAY' and Red Line on Black Background Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with White Gauge and Red Digital '23' on Black Background Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with White Gauge and Red Digital '23' on Black Background Pattern
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
×3
Hook Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Crane Hook Left
Hook Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Crane Hook Left
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2
×4
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
×4
Arm Piece with Tow Ball Socket, 3 Fingers
Arm Piece with Tow Ball Socket, 3 Fingers
×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×7
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×3
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×5
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×2
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
×3
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×4
Technic, Axle  4L
Technic, Axle 4L
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Technic, Axle  1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
×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, 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
×3
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Baseplate 16 x 32
Baseplate 16 x 32
Baseplate 16 x 16
Baseplate 16 x 16
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×7
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×5
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×3
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×4
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×5
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
×2
Window 2 x 4 x 3 - Solid Studs
Window 2 x 4 x 3 - Solid Studs
×2
Plate, Modified 8 x 8 with Grille
Plate, Modified 8 x 8 with Grille
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Technic Bush 1/2 Toothed with 2 Interior Ridges
Technic Bush 1/2 Toothed with 2 Interior Ridges
×3
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Container, Box 2 x 2 x 2
Container, Box 2 x 2 x 2
×2
Container, Box 2 x 2 x 2 Door with Slot
Container, Box 2 x 2 x 2 Door with Slot
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Loudhailer / Megaphone / SW Blaster
Minifigure, Utensil Loudhailer / Megaphone / SW Blaster
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Support 2 x 4 x 5 Stanchion Inclined, 5mm Wide Posts
Support 2 x 4 x 5 Stanchion Inclined, 5mm Wide Posts
×2
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
×2
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Solid Studs
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Propeller Housing
Propeller Housing
Propeller 3 Blade 3 Diameter with Axle Hole
Propeller 3 Blade 3 Diameter with Axle Hole
Arm Piece with Pin, 2 Fingers (Undetermined Type)
Arm Piece with Pin, 2 Fingers (Undetermined Type)
×8
Brick 1 x 12
Brick 1 x 12
×2
Plant, Tree Palm Leaf Small 8 x 3
Plant, Tree Palm Leaf Small 8 x 3
×4
Arm Piece with Pin, 3 Fingers
Arm Piece with Pin, 3 Fingers
×4
Dolphin with Normal Connection and Axle Holder
Dolphin with Normal Connection and Axle Holder
Windscreen 2 x 12 x 4
Windscreen 2 x 12 x 4
Minifigure, Utensil Coins on Sprue (10, 20, 30, 40) Type 1
Minifigure, Utensil Coins on Sprue (10, 20, 30, 40) Type 1
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
×2
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
×4
Sticker Sheet for Sets  1782, 6441, 6442, 6558, 6559 and 6560 - (71452/4106596)
Sticker Sheet for Sets 1782, 6441, 6442, 6558, 6559 and 6560 - (71452/4106596)
String with End Studs (20L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs Pattern
String with End Studs (20L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs Pattern
Rubber Band Medium (Square Cross Section) Thin Cut
Rubber Band Medium (Square Cross Section) Thin Cut
×2
String, Cord (Undetermined Type)
String, Cord (Undetermined Type)
×2
Shark Head Sawfish with Debossed Eyes
Shark Head Sawfish with Debossed Eyes

Common questions about Discovery Station

How much is LEGO Discovery Station (1782-1) worth?

Discovery Station sells for an average of $155.78 used and $402.79 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 1782-1?

This set includes 5 minifigures: Divers - Control 1, Yellow Legs with Black Hips, White Cap ($2.10), Divers - Control 2, Yellow Legs with Black Hips, White Cap ($1.67), Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs, Black Helmet ($1.74), Divers - Red Diver 2, White Cap ($1.10), plus 1 more. The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $9.49. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Discovery Station?

The minifigures make up about 6% of the set value ($9.49 out of $155.78). 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 Discovery Station (1782-1) retired?

Yes, Discovery Station was released in 1997 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 Discovery Station set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 5 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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