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Seaplane

Seaplane

3178-1·Town / City·2010·1 minifig·57 parts

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$5.86
New Avg
$24.47
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About Seaplane

Seaplane (3178-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 2010, currently averaging $5.86 used on BrickLink. It comes with 1 minifigure worth a combined $1.47. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 57 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures account for about 25% of the set's value ($1.47 out of $5.86). The remaining value is in the parts and the set as a complete package. Selling complete will likely net more than parting out unless you have specific demand for the individual figures.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $24.47 vs $5.86 used — a 318% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Minifigures in Seaplane (1)

Plaid Button Shirt, Dark Blue Legs, Red Short Bill Cap, Silver Sunglasses
Plaid Button Shirt, Dark Blue Legs, Red Short Bill Cap, Silver Sunglasses
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Parts (57)

Wedge, Plate 4 x 9 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 4 x 9 without Stud Notches
×2
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
×6
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom
×2
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
×5
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×2
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
×2
Panel 1 x 4 x 1
Panel 1 x 4 x 1
×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Red 82, Yellow and White Gauges Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Red 82, Yellow and White Gauges Pattern
Tile 1 x 1 with White and Red Gauge, Black Thick Needle and Screw Heads Pattern
Tile 1 x 1 with White and Red Gauge, Black Thick Needle and Screw Heads Pattern
×2
Sticker Sheet for Set 3178 - (88663/4569188)
Sticker Sheet for Set 3178 - (88663/4569188)
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Right
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Right
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Left
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Left
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
×3
Slope 65 2 x 2 x 2 with Bottom Tube
Slope 65 2 x 2 x 2 with Bottom Tube
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×3
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Cone 2 x 2 x 2 - Open Stud
Cone 2 x 2 x 2 - Open Stud
×2
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
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
×2
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Left
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Left
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Left
Wedge, Plate 4 x 2 Left
Slope, Curved 6 x 1 Inverted
Slope, Curved 6 x 1 Inverted
×4
Slope, Curved 6 x 1 Inverted
Slope, Curved 6 x 1 Inverted
×2
Bar  12L with 1 x 2 Plate End Solid Studs and 1 x 1 Round Plate End
Bar 12L with 1 x 2 Plate End Solid Studs and 1 x 1 Round Plate End
Wedge, Plate 3 x 2 Right
Wedge, Plate 3 x 2 Right
×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 2 Left
Wedge, Plate 3 x 2 Left
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Wedge 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved
Wedge 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved
Tap 1 x 1 without Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 without Hole in Nozzle End
Propeller 3 Blade 5.5 Diameter
Propeller 3 Blade 5.5 Diameter
×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 with Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 with Stud Notches
Wedge 6 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Wedge 6 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
×2
Wedge 4 x 4 Taper without Stud Notches
Wedge 4 x 4 Taper without Stud Notches
Technic, Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins
Technic, Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 Large Glass Surface
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 Large Glass Surface
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front
×2
Slope 18 2 x 1 x 2/3 with Grille
Slope 18 2 x 1 x 2/3 with Grille
×6
Tail Shuttle
Tail Shuttle
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L with Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L with Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
×4
Slope, Curved 10 x 1
Slope, Curved 10 x 1
×2

Common questions about Seaplane

How much is LEGO Seaplane (3178-1) worth?

Seaplane sells for an average of $5.86 used and $24.47 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 3178-1?

This set includes 1 minifigure: Plaid Button Shirt, Dark Blue Legs, Red Short Bill Cap, Silver Sunglasses ($1.47). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $1.47. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Seaplane?

The minifigures make up about 25% of the set value ($1.47 out of $5.86). 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 Seaplane (3178-1) retired?

Yes, Seaplane was released in 2010 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 Seaplane 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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