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Crisis News Crew

Crisis News Crew

6553-1·Town / City·1997·2 minifigs·74 parts

Used Avg
$28.56
New Avg
$112.07
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About Crisis News Crew

Crisis News Crew (6553-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1997, currently averaging $28.56 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $6.09. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 74 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures account for about 21% of the set's value ($6.09 out of $28.56). 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 $112.07 vs $28.56 used — a 292% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Minifigures in Crisis News Crew (2)

TV Logo Large Pattern, White Legs, Blue Cap
TV Logo Large Pattern, White Legs, Blue Cap
ext011×2$2.02
TV Logo Small Pattern, White Legs, Black Female Hair
TV Logo Small Pattern, White Legs, Black Female Hair
tv001$2.05

Parts (74)

Wedge 3 1/2 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge 3 1/2 x 4 without Stud Notches
×2
Propeller 3 Blade Small
Propeller 3 Blade Small
Hinge Bar with 3 Fingers and End Stud (Control Lever)
Hinge Bar with 3 Fingers and End Stud (Control Lever)
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends and Open Hub
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends and Open Hub
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
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
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 with Bar Arm Down
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 with Bar Arm Down
×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×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
×3
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×5
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×5
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Flight Control Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Flight Control Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Black Tape Reels Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Black Tape Reels Pattern
×3
Tile 1 x 1 with TV Globe Logo Pattern
Tile 1 x 1 with TV Globe Logo Pattern
×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
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×2
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
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 6
Plate 2 x 6
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
×2
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
×2
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
×2
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Stud
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Stud
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
×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×5
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Vehicle, Base 4 x 5
Vehicle, Base 4 x 5
×2
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
×3
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Minifigure, Utensil Loudhailer / Megaphone / SW Blaster
Minifigure, Utensil Loudhailer / Megaphone / SW Blaster
Minifigure, Utensil Camera with Side Sight (Space Gun)
Minifigure, Utensil Camera with Side Sight (Space Gun)
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 x 2/3 with Studs on Sides and Extended Stud Receptacle
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 x 2/3 with Studs on Sides and Extended Stud Receptacle
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 No Studs, Top Pin
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 No Studs, Top Pin
Bar 1 x 3 with Clip and Stud Holder (Robot Arm)
Bar 1 x 3 with Clip and Stud Holder (Robot Arm)
×2
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
×2
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double
Wedge 4 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Wedge 4 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
×2
Wedge 6 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Wedge 6 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Wedge 4 x 4 Taper without Stud Notches with TV Globe Logo Pattern
Wedge 4 x 4 Taper without Stud Notches with TV Globe Logo Pattern
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Solid Studs
×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Solid Studs
×2
Bar 1 x 6 with Hollow Studs
Bar 1 x 6 with Hollow Studs
×3
Sticker Sheet for Set 6553 - (71472/4106981)
Sticker Sheet for Set 6553 - (71472/4106981)

Common questions about Crisis News Crew

How much is LEGO Crisis News Crew (6553-1) worth?

Crisis News Crew sells for an average of $28.56 used and $112.07 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 6553-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: TV Logo Large Pattern, White Legs, Blue Cap ($2.02), TV Logo Small Pattern, White Legs, Black Female Hair ($2.05). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $6.09. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Crisis News Crew?

The minifigures make up about 21% of the set value ($6.09 out of $28.56). 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 Crisis News Crew (6553-1) retired?

Yes, Crisis News Crew 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.

How do I check if my Crisis News Crew 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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