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Diving Expedition Explorer

Diving Expedition Explorer

6560-1·Town / City·1997·5 minifigs·187 parts

Used Avg
$148.74
New Avg
$523.07
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About Diving Expedition Explorer

Diving Expedition Explorer (6560-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1997, currently averaging $148.74 used on BrickLink. It comes with 5 minifigures worth a combined $17.16. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 187 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 12% of this set's value ($17.16 out of $148.74). 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 $523.07 vs $148.74 used — a 252% 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 Diving Expedition Explorer (5)

Divers - Control 1, Red Legs, Black Cap, Life Jacket
Divers - Control 1, Red Legs, Black Cap, Life Jacket
div007$2.90
Divers - Control 2, Black Legs, Red Cap
Divers - Control 2, Black Legs, Red Cap
div010$1.40
Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs with Black Hips, Black Helmet, Brown Bangs, Stubble
Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs with Black Hips, Black Helmet, Brown Bangs, Stubble
div016×2$3.11
Divers - Red Diver 2, Black Legs with Red Hips, Black Helmet, Red Flippers
Divers - Red Diver 2, Black Legs with Red Hips, Black Helmet, Red Flippers
div019×2$1.88
Skeleton - Standard Skull, Floppy Arms
Skeleton - Standard Skull, Floppy Arms
gen001$2.88

Parts (187)

Flag 2 x 2 Square
Flag 2 x 2 Square
×2
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Diver Blue Pattern on Both Sides
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Diver Blue Pattern on Both Sides
×2
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Diver Stripe Pattern
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Diver Stripe Pattern
Arch 1 x 5 x 4 - Continuous Bow
Arch 1 x 5 x 4 - Continuous Bow
×3
Minifigure, Utensil Goblet
Minifigure, Utensil Goblet
Crane Arm Outside, Wide with End Notch
Crane Arm Outside, Wide with End Notch
Crane Arm Center (Technic Liftarm 1 x 16)
Crane Arm Center (Technic Liftarm 1 x 16)
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Lifting Ring Thin
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Lifting Ring Thin
×3
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
×3
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
×6
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
×2
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
×2
Panel 3 x 2 x 5 2/3
Panel 3 x 2 x 5 2/3
×2
Slope, Inverted 75 2 x 1 x 3
Slope, Inverted 75 2 x 1 x 3
×2
Slope, Inverted 75 2 x 1 x 3
Slope, Inverted 75 2 x 1 x 3
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on Side
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on Side
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
×2
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
×2
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Cutlass / Saber with Small Hilt
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Cutlass / Saber with Small Hilt
×3
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
×3
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
Shark Body
Shark Body
Shark Body
Shark Body
Shark Head with Pointed Nose and Debossed Eyes
Shark Head with Pointed Nose and Debossed Eyes
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
×2
Boat, Anchor - Single Top Hole
Boat, Anchor - Single Top Hole
Antenna Whip 8H
Antenna Whip 8H
Minifigure Life Jacket
Minifigure Life Jacket
Wedge, Plate 9 x 10 (Boat Bow Plate)
Wedge, Plate 9 x 10 (Boat Bow Plate)
Boat, Bow Brick 8 x 10 x 1
Boat, Bow Brick 8 x 10 x 1
×2
Boat, Bow Brick 8 x 10 x 1
Boat, Bow Brick 8 x 10 x 1
Boat, Bow Top 8 x 10 x 1
Boat, Bow Top 8 x 10 x 1
Window 2 x 8 x 2 Boat with Fixed Trans-Light Blue Glass
Window 2 x 8 x 2 Boat with Fixed Trans-Light Blue Glass
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
×13
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
×16
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
×4
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×3
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×6
Minifigure, Headgear Helmet Conquistador
Minifigure, Headgear Helmet Conquistador
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×2
Panel 3 x 3 x 3 Corner Convex
Panel 3 x 3 x 3 Corner Convex
×2
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×5
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
×3
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
×4
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Underwater Scooter Octagonal with Handles
Minifigure, Utensil Underwater Scooter Octagonal with Handles
×2
Plant Sea Grass / Seaweed
Plant Sea Grass / Seaweed
×6
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square
Bar 7 x 3 with 4 Clips (Ladder)
Bar 7 x 3 with 4 Clips (Ladder)
×3
Arch 1 x 5 x 4 Inverted
Arch 1 x 5 x 4 Inverted
×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×4
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 6 x 10
×4
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Screen and Right Side Buttons Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Screen and Right Side Buttons 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
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×7
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×4
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
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
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
×2
Arch 1 x 8 x 2
Arch 1 x 8 x 2
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Arch 1 x 6
Arch 1 x 6
×2
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×2
Engine, Smooth Small, 1 x 2 Side Plate with Axle Holders
Engine, Smooth Small, 1 x 2 Side Plate with Axle Holders
×2
Arm Piece with Tow Ball Socket, 3 Fingers
Arm Piece with Tow Ball Socket, 3 Fingers
×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×4
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×2
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×4
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Slope 65 2 x 2 x 2 without Bottom Tube
Slope 65 2 x 2 x 2 without Bottom Tube
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×5
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plant Flower Stem with Stud and 3 Stems
Plant Flower Stem with Stud and 3 Stems
×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
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
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
×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
×3
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
×2
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
×2
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
Baseplate 16 x 32
Baseplate 16 x 32
×2
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Antenna 4H - Round Top
×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
×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×4
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
×10
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×7
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×7
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×2
Plate, Modified 8 x 8 with Grille
Plate, Modified 8 x 8 with Grille
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
×6
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
×2
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
×2
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
×4
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
×4
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
×2
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Minifigure, Utensil Camera with Side Sight (Space Gun)
Minifigure, Utensil Camera with Side Sight (Space Gun)
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
×4
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
×2
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
×2
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
Minifigure, Headgear Cap - Long Flat Bill
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 6 with 2 and 3 Fingers On Ends
Hinge Plate 1 x 6 with 2 and 3 Fingers On Ends
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
×4
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
×2
Antenna Small Base with Light Gray Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Light Gray Lever (4592 / 4593)
×2
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
×2
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Horizontal Arm 6mm)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Horizontal Arm 6mm)
×5
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
×2
Container, Treasure Chest Bottom with Slots in Back
Container, Treasure Chest Bottom with Slots in Back
Container, Treasure Chest Lid Curved with Thick Hinge
Container, Treasure Chest Lid Curved with Thick Hinge
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)
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
×6
Bar 7 x 3 with 2 U Clips (Ladder)
Bar 7 x 3 with 2 U Clips (Ladder)
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)
×4
Rock Panel 4 x 10 x 6 Rectangular (BURP)
Rock Panel 4 x 10 x 6 Rectangular (BURP)
×3
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
×4
Octopus
Octopus
Wedge, Plate 6 x 6 Cut Corner
Wedge, Plate 6 x 6 Cut Corner
×4
Arch 1 x 12 x 3
Arch 1 x 12 x 3
×2
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
×2
Brick 1 x 12
Brick 1 x 12
×2
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
×9
Arm Piece with Pin, 3 Fingers
Arm Piece with Pin, 3 Fingers
×2
Sticker Sheet for Set 6560, Sheet 1 - (71450/4106599)
Sticker Sheet for Set 6560, Sheet 1 - (71450/4106599)
Minifigure, Utensil Coins on Sprue (10, 20, 30, 40) Type 1
Minifigure, Utensil Coins on Sprue (10, 20, 30, 40) Type 1
Net, String 10 x 10 Square
Net, String 10 x 10 Square
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
×2
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)
×2
String, Cord Thin    75cm
String, Cord Thin 75cm
Shark Head Sawfish with Debossed Eyes
Shark Head Sawfish with Debossed Eyes
Hook Metal 1 x 4 x 1
Hook Metal 1 x 4 x 1

Common questions about Diving Expedition Explorer

How much is LEGO Diving Expedition Explorer (6560-1) worth?

Diving Expedition Explorer sells for an average of $148.74 used and $523.07 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 6560-1?

This set includes 5 minifigures: Divers - Control 1, Red Legs, Black Cap, Life Jacket ($2.90), Divers - Control 2, Black Legs, Red Cap ($1.40), Divers - Red Diver 2, Red Legs with Black Hips, Black Helmet, Brown Bangs, Stubble ($3.11), Divers - Red Diver 2, Black Legs with Red Hips, Black Helmet, Red Flippers ($1.88), plus 1 more. The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $17.16. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Diving Expedition Explorer?

The minifigures make up about 12% of the set value ($17.16 out of $148.74). 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 Diving Expedition Explorer (6560-1) retired?

Yes, Diving Expedition Explorer 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 Diving Expedition Explorer 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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