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LEGO 1255 Shell Car Wash is a Town set from 1999 valued at $118 for new and sealed sets, up 808% from an original retail price of $12.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 7.75% since release. Used copies are valued between $20 and $26 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $96 and $184.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Shell Car Wash since August 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 1255-1 Shell Car Wash is a Town Shell subtheme set released in 1999, containing 137 pieces and 2 minifigures. It includes a car wash structure, a separate vacuum station, and a car. The minifigures are a Shell attendant and a female customer, both with Shell-branded torso prints. This set was a Shell promotional release distributed through Shell service stations and was also available via LEGO Shop@Home.

A new and sealed Shell Car Wash is currently valued at around $118, with annual growth of approximately 5%. The average used price is $22 for those in good overall condition. The 2 included minifigs account for approximately 15% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $108 to $187.
All regions

For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) *** Best US listing for Shell Car Wash ***
BrickEconomy Choice
$179.00
(DE) BrickLink store Maik's Brickworld $96.35
-18.3%
(CZ) In excellent condition, a small sticker damage on the back side $99.53
-15.6%
(US) Amazon listing for Shell Car Wash $123.84
+5.0%
(US) New, sealed, but the box has moderate wear. Pics available. $149.99
+27.2%
(US) System #1255 Shell Car Wash Promotional Set New In Sealed Box 1999 $179.00
+51.8%
(US) Shell Car Wash, Set 1255 New Sealed VINTAGE 1999. $179.99
+52.6%
(US) 1255 LEGO Shell Car Wash - Brand New - Unopened & Sealed EX COND 1999 $189.00
+60.3%
(NL) 1255 - Shell Car Wash NEW - FREE SHIPPING $237.45
+101.3%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 1255 Shell Car Wash.

Minifigs

Shell Car Wash contains 2 minifigs. The minifigure is exclusive to this set.
shell008
Shell Worker
Minifigure wearing a red cap and a Shell jacket with black legs and eyebrows - shell008
3 sets
Value $6.36
twn001
Female
Female with a shirt having 2 pockets, blue legs, and brown female hair - twn001
Exclusive
Value $11.47

Shell Service Station Sets

1254 Shell Convenience Store

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shell
Year 1999
Pieces / Minifigs 159 / 3
Availability Retired
1254 LEGO Shell Convenience Store
Retail $12.99
Value $63.45
Growth  +388.5%
Annual growth 5.2%

1256 Shell Service Station

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shell
Year 1999
Pieces / Minifigs 144 / 2
Availability Retired
1256 LEGO Shell Service Station
Retail $19.99
Value $113.99
Growth  +470.2%
Annual growth 5.3%

6378 Shell Service Station

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shops and Services
Year 1986
Pieces / Minifigs 291 / 2
Availability Retired
6378 LEGO Shell Service Station
Retail $25.50
Value $641.93
Growth  +2417.4%
Annual growth 4.5%

6371 Shell Service Station

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shops and Services
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 261 / 3
Availability Retired
6371 LEGO Shell Service Station
Retail $19.99
Value $1,454.31
Growth  +7175.2%
Annual growth 12.4%

377 Shell Service Station

Theme / Subtheme Town / Classic
Year 1978
Pieces / Minifigs 90 / 2
Availability Retired
377 LEGO Shell Service Station
Retail $15.89
Value $1,157.37
Growth  +7183.6%
Annual growth 9.4%

601 Shell Filling Station

Theme / Subtheme Town / Classic
Year 1978
Pieces / Minifigs 13 / 1
Availability Retired
601 LEGO Shell Filling Station
Retail $1.89
Value $111.07
Growth  +5776.7%
Annual growth 15.2%

690 Shell Garage

Theme LEGOLAND
Year 1974
Pieces 73
Availability Retired
690 LEGOLAND Shell Garage
Retail $0.99
Value $196.60
Growth  +19758.6%
Annual growth 10.7%

648 Service Station

Theme / Subtheme LEGOLAND / Building
Year 1971
Pieces 55
Availability Retired
648 LEGOLAND Service Station
Retail $4.99
Value $897.76
Growth  +17891.2%
Annual growth 9.8%

325-3 Shell Service Station

Theme / Subtheme Classic / Building
Year 1966
Pieces 121
Availability Retired
325-3 LEGO Shell Service Station
Retail $5.75
Value $1,079.58
Growth  +18675.3%
Annual growth 9.1%

Sets in Town / Shell

1254 Shell Convenience Store

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shell
Year 1999
Pieces / Minifigs 159 / 3
Availability Retired
1254 LEGO Shell Convenience Store
Retail $12.99
Value $63.45
Growth  +388.5%
Annual growth 5.2%

1256 Shell Service Station

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shell
Year 1999
Pieces / Minifigs 144 / 2
Availability Retired
1256 LEGO Shell Service Station
Retail $19.99
Value $113.99
Growth  +470.2%
Annual growth 5.3%

1252 Shell Tanker

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shell
Year 1999
Pieces / Minifigs 107 / 1
Availability Retired
1252 LEGO Shell Tanker
Retail $6.99
Value $106.30
Growth  +1420.7%
Annual growth 8.1%

1253 Shell Race Car Transporter

Theme / Subtheme Town / Shell
Year 1999
Pieces / Minifigs 102 / 1
Availability Retired
1253 LEGO Shell Race Car Transporter
Retail $6.25
Value $43.70
Growth  +599.2%
Annual growth 7.4%

My Collection

Shell Car Wash Reviews

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BrickEconomy Member Review
“This LEGO car wash set is a standout from the late '90s with its brilliant attention to detail, especially the spinning rollers and functional hose bricks that make it feel like a real car wash. The included car is a charming throwback with an '80s vibe, featuring a rare roof and doors for a Town set of this era. While the stickers may not age well, the overall build experience is fantastic, and the set adds a unique touch of realism to any LEGO town, making it worth the hunt for collectors who appreciate classic LEGO charm.”
 

About Town Shell

The LEGO Town / Shell theme of 1999 included sets such as 1256 Shell Service Station and 1255 Shell Car Wash, representing a partnership between LEGO and the Shell oil company. This collaboration began in the 1960s, with LEGO producing sets that featured Shell branding, including service stations, tanker trucks, and race cars. This relationship aimed to create realistic urban and racing environments in LEGO Town sets, incorporating familiar real-world brands to enhance the play experience. The partnership also included promotional sets available at Shell gas stations.

Shell was introduced in 1999 and currently consists of 5 sets. As of today, 1255 Shell Car Wash is the most valuable Shell set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $118.
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