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Lil' Nelson Minifigure - Lil' Nelson with short legs - njo263

Lil' Nelson Minifigure

The LEGO Ninjago Lil' Nelson minifig was first introduced in 2016 in the set 70589 Rock Roader and is currently estimated to be valued around $30 and an annual growth of about 9.7%. This minifigure has made appearances in two sets.
njo263 Lil' Nelson with short legs.
Lil' Nelson is a character from the animated television series Ninjago, and he appears in the special episode "Day of the Departed" and the episode titled "Rock Roader."

Lil' Nelson Value (New/Loose)

This represents the current value of the minifig Lil' Nelson since 2016. High accuracy
Collector and Investor Standing
Collectors see Lil' Nelson as a steady Ninjago pick, while investors pay closer attention. His short legs and appearances in Rock Roader and Rock Roader Extra Awesome give him a distinct place among Day of the Departed figures; strong interest from members and frequent secondary market trades support his investor standing.
59/100
Collector
A steady following
Rock Roader appearances draw collector interest
90/100
Investor
Among the strongest
Lil' Nelson trades often among members
All regions

For Sale (New/Loose)

 (US) Lego NEW Lil Nelson Minifigures Ninjago 70589 (Genuine)
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$20.00
(US) LEGO Lil' Nelson Minifigure - 70589 NINJAGO - Day of the Departed NEW $21.99
-26.8%
(US) LEGO Ninjago Lil Nelson minifigure Day of the Departed 70589 njo263 NEW $24.99
-16.8%
(US) LEGO Minifig njo0780 - Lil' Nelson - Medium Azure Hood Minifigure NEW $28.79
-4.2%
(AU) LEGO Ninjago Lil' Nelson Minifigure Purple Ninja Robe Day of the Departed 70589 $43.26
+44.0%

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/loose LEGO Lil' Nelson.

Market Momentum

Bullish
This minifigure's value is climbing, but member demand is cooling.
DemandLower half in Ninjago
High demand but falling
12 months agoToday
Value trendUp 18% in 3 months
Up 63% over the year
12 months agoToday
SalesSells faster than the group
Selling slower
MaySep
Outlook:17% bearish·36% neutral·47% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Lil' Nelson Appears in the Following LEGO Sets

70589 Rock Roader

Theme / Subtheme Ninjago / Day of the Departed
Year 2016
Pieces / Minifigs 406 / 4
Availability Retired
70589 LEGO Ninjago Day of the Departed Rock Roader
Retail $39.99
Value $189.12
Growth  +372.9%
Annual growth 11.8%

66548 Rock Roader Extra Awesome

Theme / Subtheme Ninjago / Value Packs
Year 2016
Pieces / Minifigs 406 / 4
Availability Retired
66548 LEGO Ninjago Rock Roader Extra Awesome
Retail $39.99
Value $250.00
Growth  +525.2%
Annual growth 9.9%

Lil' Nelson Questions

How much is LEGO Lil' Nelson (njo263) worth today?

Today's value for Lil' Nelson, new and loose, is $30.05. The value rose 4% in 2025.

Which sets include the Lil' Nelson minifigure (njo263)?

Lil' Nelson appears in two sets: 70589 Rock Roader (2016) and 66548 Rock Roader Extra Awesome (2016).

Is Lil' Nelson (njo263) retired?

Yes. Every set with Lil' Nelson has retired, so LEGO no longer sells Lil' Nelson new.

Is Lil' Nelson (njo263) worth more than when released?

Yes. Since release, the value of Lil' Nelson is up 572%. On average that is 9.7% a year.

What will Lil' Nelson (njo263) be worth next year?

The one-year forecast for Lil' Nelson is $33.54, about 12% above today's value. Like any forecast, this is an estimate.

Are there other versions of Lil' Nelson (njo263)?

Yes. Of all the Lil' Nelson minifigures, Lil' Nelson (njo263) is worth the most.

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Lil' Nelson Reviews

4 reviews
4.9
Collectors
Investors
Is this LEGO minifigure a good investment?
“With an annualized growth of around 7.9%, the Lil' Nelson minifig offers steady returns for LEGO investors, and continues to hold value for Ninjago / Day of the Departed collectors.”
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Community Stats

Lil' Nelson (njo263) currently ranks #3 out of the top owned loose minifigs that are related.
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#3Lil' Nelson (njo263)
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About Ninjago Day of the Departed

The Day of the Departed subtheme includes minifigures such as Cole, Master Yang, and Sensei Wu. The storyline revolves around the Day of the Departed, a special day when departed spirits return to Ninjago. Cole, in particular, faces the ghost of Master Yang and other past villains, seeking to restore his solid form and find peace.
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