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LEGO 10497 Galaxy Explorer is a Icons set valued at $119 for new and sealed sets, up 19% from an original retail price of $99.99. The set retired in December 2023 with annual appreciation averaging 7.14% since. Used copies are valued between $72 and $96 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $105 and $120.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Galaxy Explorer since December 2023. Very high accuracy
LEGO 10497 Galaxy Explorer is an Icons Space set released in 2022, containing 1,254 pieces and 4 minifigures. It reimagines the 1979 Galaxy Explorer for the LEGO Group’s 90th anniversary, retaining the classic color scheme and blended delta wing configuration. The model features three retractable landing legs, opening rear doors, a retractable ramp, and a deployable rover with tools. Interior details include a cockpit with seating for four astronauts, living quarters, computers, storage compartments, and a brick-built robot helper.

A new and sealed Galaxy Explorer is currently valued at around $119, with annual growth of approximately 5%. The average used price is $80 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $128 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $110 to $127. The set was available for 16 months, from August 2022 to December 2023.
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 (US) 10497 Galaxy Explorer NEW & SEALED 1254 pcs SPACESHIP
BrickEconomy Choice
$94.99
(US) 10497 - Icons Space Galaxy Explorer - NEW/SEALED : 90 Years Of Play $99.00
-16.9%
(US) Galaxy Explorer 10497 Space System New In Box Sealed $99.99
-16.0%
(US) BrickLink store Bionicle Bob's Part Shop $99.99
-16.0%
(US) BrickLink store TinkerTile $99.99
-16.0%
(US) BrickLink store Bionicle Bob's Part Shop $99.99
-16.0%
(US) Still sealed Has mild shelf wear and creases. This is not for pristine collectors. Ke... $100.00
-16.0%
(US) Galaxy Explorer Space System 10497 1254 Piece Set New Sealed $100.00
-16.0%
(US) - box shows some shelf wear $100.00
-16.0%
(US) Box may have minor shelf wear $100.00
-16.0%
(US) Galaxy Explorer 10497Space System 1254pcs 90 Years of Play Complete Set NEW $101.99
-14.4%
(US) Galaxy Explorer Space System (10497) New In Box $105.00
-11.8%
(US) Icons Galaxy Explorer 10497 1254pc Set 18+ Space System Astronaut $105.00
-11.8%
(US) Excellent condition box $105.00
-11.8%
(US) . May have minor shelf wear. $105.00
-11.8%
(US) NEW LEGO Icons: Galaxy Explorer (10497) 1254pcs $109.00
-8.5%
(US) 10497 Galaxy Explorer 90th Anniversary NEW Sealed $109.00
-8.5%
(US) BrickLink store Bolt's Bricks $109.00
-8.5%
(US) ---Factory sealed. Box in 9.7/10 excellent condition. Lowest shipping cost is based o... $109.00
-8.5%
(US) 10497 Icons Galaxy Explorer Space 90th Anniversary Tribute New & Sealed $109.95
-7.7%
(US) Galaxy Explorer 10497 Space System New In Box Sealed $109.99
-7.6%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Galaxy Explorer Reviews

21 reviews
4.8
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“The set it draws inspiration from (497 Galaxy Explorer) was first released back in 1979, and its aesthetics have retained plenty of fans since then. The LEGO Movie famously paid tribute to this era via characters like Benny, and LEGO sets like 70816 Benny’s Spaceship,... More Spaceship, SPACESHIP!. 10497 Galaxy Explorer sticks very closely to that era’s design features, although it combines them with a few modern upgrades. Its wings feature more elegant shaping, and pre-molded elements (like its loudspeakers) now use buckets instead, reflecting the more creative parts usage in modern LEGO sets.”
Full review at www.brickfanatics.com
The Brothers Brick
“LEGO’s first space sets with minifigures were released in 1978, and the following year one of the most iconic LEGO space sets hit the market: 497 Galaxy Explorer (or 928 in the European market). In the decades since, this line has come to be called Classic Space, and the... More Galaxy Explorer, in particular, has gained mythical status. Now as part of the company’s 90th-anniversary celebrations in 2022, LEGO is releasing an homage to the fan-favorite spaceship with an upscaled and detailed rendition, 10497 Galaxy Explorer.”
Full review at www.brothers-brick.com

About Icons Space

The LEGO Icons space sets which include reimagined LEGO sets from the past such as the Space Shuttle Discovery and NASA Apollo 11 Lunar Lander, offer an exciting journey into the history of space exploration for advanced builders as well as past themes which include the Blacktron Cruiser. These sets reimagine older, less detailed LEGO space models with a focus on higher detail and accuracy. The Space Shuttle Discovery set showcases a highly detailed model of the iconic spacecraft, complete with a deployable Hubble Space Telescope while the NASA Apollo 11 Lunar Lander set meticulously recreates the historic lunar module. Designed for advanced builders, these sets provide a challenging and rewarding experience, reflecting LEGO Icons' commitment to producing highly detailed and sophisticated models.
Summary
Icons Space Galaxy Explorer set 10497 was released in August 2022, retailing for $100, but has since been retired. New, unopened Galaxy Explorer sets are valued at $119, while used sets can be found for $80 in good condition.
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Join the celebrations to mark 90 years of LEGO® creations with this nostalgic building project for adults. This anniversary collectible edition of the Classic 497 LEGO Galaxy Explorer model (10497) retains all the joy of the 1979 set but on a bigger scale.

Explore a galaxy of details
Take your time crafting the features of this buildable model including the blended delta wing configuration of the original craft. The spaceship sits on 3 retractable landing legs and features opening rear doors and a retractable ramp to deploy the rover. The rear of the ship houses the rover compartment with extra tools. The cockpit opens to reveal the interior of the spaceship where there are seats for all 4 astronauts as well as a living quarters with 2 beds, computers and storage compartments.

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Spend quality time with a premium LEGO buildable model set for adults. It makes an immersive project for you or a great spaceship model gift idea for space enthusiasts.

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