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LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman is a SpongeBob SquarePants set valued at $201 for new and sealed sets, up 703% from an original retail price of $24.99. The set retired in November 2013 with annual appreciation averaging 11.24% since. Used copies are valued between $59 and $72 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $190 and $277. Signals for it are pulling both ways, with growth ahead of similar sets against more copies listed for sale.

The Flying Dutchman Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set The Flying Dutchman since November 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman is a SpongeBob SquarePants set released in 2012, containing 241 pieces and 3 minifigures. The set builds the ghost pirate’s ship with a plank, sail, and crow’s nest, plus a small island with a boardwalk, treasure chest, and a cannon. Accessories include a treasure map, two cutlasses, a shovel, and a bag of souls. Minifigures are Pirate SpongeBob, Pirate Patrick, and the Flying Dutchman, with the Flying Dutchman minifigure exclusive to this set.

New and sealed, The Flying Dutchman is worth about $201 today. It has averaged 11.2% a year since it retired, and our forecast has it near $222 next year and $300 in five. The average used price is $60 for those in good overall condition. The 3 included minifigs account for approximately 36% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $196 to $250. The set was available for 23 months, from December 2011 to November 2013.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) RETIRED New LEGO 3817 SpongeBob Squarepants The Flying Dutchman
BrickEconomy Choice
$189.99
(US) SpongeBob SquarePants The Flying Dutchman Set 3817 New Sealed 2012 $195.00
-2.8%
(US) SpongeBob SquarePants: The Flying Dutchman (3817) $200.00
-0.4%
(US) SpongeBob SquarePants: The Flying Dutchman (3817) Sealed Retired $200.00
-0.4%
(US) SpongeBob lego the Flying Dutchman 3817 toy figure set squarepants 2012 pirate $220.00
+9.6%
(US) NIP 2012 Lego 3817 THE FLYING DUTCHMAN SpongeBob Squarepants 3 Minifigures $225.99
+12.6%
(US) 3817 The Flying Dutchman SpongeBob SquarePants Nickelodean NEW Sealed $237.49
+18.3%
(US) 3817 - SpongeBob Square Pants - The Flying Dutchman - NEW $249.95
+24.5%
(US) NEW Lego SpongeBob The Flying Dutchman 3817 , SEALED $249.99
+24.6%
(US) Amazon listing for The Flying Dutchman $332.56
+65.7%
(US) SpongeBob SquarePants The Flying Dutchman Set 3817 $399.00
+98.8%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 3817 The Flying Dutchman.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 3817 The Flying Dutchman.

Market Momentum

Neutral
This set is outpacing its theme, but more listings are appearing, so momentum is holding level.
DemandUpper half in SpongeBob SquarePants
Very high demand
12 months agoToday
SupplyMore than most in SpongeBob SquarePants
Listings up 33% this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+18% typical for SpongeBob SquarePants
+34% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:10% bearish·72% neutral·18% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

The Flying Dutchman Minifigs

The Flying Dutchman contains 3 minifigures. All 3 minifigs are exclusive to this set.
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Flying Dutchman
Flying Dutchman - bob034
Exclusive
Value $37.44
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Patrick Pirate
Patrick Pirate - bob033
Exclusive
Value $17.50
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SpongeBob Pirate
SpongeBob Pirate - bob032
Exclusive
Value $16.74

Sets in SpongeBob SquarePants

3827 Adventures in Bikini Bottom

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2006
Pieces / Minifigs 579 / 3
Availability Retired
3827 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Adventures in Bikini Bottom
Retail $39.99
Value $383.23
Growth  +858.3%
Annual growth 8.1%

3818 Bikini Bottom Undersea Party

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2012
Pieces / Minifigs 471 / 4
Availability Retired
3818 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom Undersea Party
Retail $49.99
Value $300.21
Growth  +500.5%
Annual growth 9.4%

3826 Build-A-Bob

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2006
Pieces / Minifigs 445 / 1
Availability Retired
3826 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Build-A-Bob
Retail $29.99
Value $437.17
Growth  +1357.7%
Annual growth 8.7%

3834 Good Neighbours at Bikini Bottom

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2009
Pieces / Minifigs 425 / 3
Availability Retired
3834 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Good Neighbours at Bikini Bottom
Retail $39.99
Value $259.33
Growth  +548.5%
Annual growth 9.0%

4982 Mrs. Puff's Boating School

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 393 / 3
Availability Retired
4982 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Mrs. Puff's Boating School
Retail $49.99
Value $263.99
Growth  +428.1%
Annual growth 7.4%

4981 Chum Bucket

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 337 / 3
Availability Retired
4981 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Chum Bucket
Retail $34.99
Value $434.37
Growth  +1141.4%
Annual growth 9.8%

3825 Krusty Krab

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2006
Pieces / Minifigs 295 / 3
Availability Retired
3825 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Krusty Krab
Retail $19.99
Value $441.37
Growth  +2108.0%
Annual growth 10.0%

3831 Rocket Ride

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2008
Pieces / Minifigs 279 / 3
Availability Retired
3831 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Rocket Ride
Retail $29.99
Value $366.33
Growth  +1121.5%
Annual growth 9.1%

3832 The Emergency Room

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2008
Pieces / Minifigs 236 / 3
Availability Retired
3832 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants The Emergency Room
Retail $29.99
Value $233.14
Growth  +677.4%
Annual growth 8.6%

3830 The Bikini Bottom Express

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2008
Pieces / Minifigs 210 / 3
Availability Retired
3830 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants The Bikini Bottom Express
Retail $19.99
Value $200.00
Growth  +900.5%
Annual growth 9.0%

3833 Krusty Krab Adventures

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2009
Pieces / Minifigs 209 / 3
Availability Retired
3833 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Krusty Krab Adventures
Retail $24.99
Value $258.12
Growth  +932.9%
Annual growth 11.7%

3816 Glove World

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2011
Pieces / Minifigs 169 / 4
Availability Retired
3816 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Glove World
Retail $19.99
Value $178.66
Growth  +793.7%
Annual growth 11.8%

3815 Heroic Heroes of the Deep

Theme SpongeBob SquarePants
Year 2011
Pieces / Minifigs 95 / 3
Availability Retired
3815 LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants Heroic Heroes of the Deep
Retail $14.99
Value $191.75
Growth  +1179.2%
Annual growth 12.8%

The Flying Dutchman Questions

What does LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman sell for now?

Sealed in its box, The Flying Dutchman is valued at $201, with most sales landing between $190 and $277. Used copies are worth about $60.

When did LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman retire?

LEGO retired The Flying Dutchman in November 2013 after 23 months on store shelves. Sealed copies are now found only on the secondary market, so the price follows what collectors will pay.

Has LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman increased in value?

Yes, by a wide margin. The Flying Dutchman has gained 703% on its original retail price of $24.99, about 11.2% a year.

How much could LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman be worth in a year?

Our one-year forecast has The Flying Dutchman at around $222 a year from now, about 11% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. The market signals are balanced for now. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How many pieces and minifigures are in LEGO 3817 The Flying Dutchman?

The set contains 241 pieces, or $0.10 per piece at retail, with 3 minifigures: Flying Dutchman, Patrick Pirate and SpongeBob Pirate. Together the minifigures are worth about $72, about a third of the set's value, and Flying Dutchman is the most valuable at $37. Every one of them is exclusive to this set.

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The Flying Dutchman Reviews

41 reviews
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Eurobricks
“I wouldn't call this set a masterpiece, but it's definitely a really really good one, and if you're into Pirates you'll enjoy it tremendously. If one day LEGO resurrects the Pirate theme and decides to release a similar set with a small island and a small ship, I'll be the... More first one to get it.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“The Flying Dutchman LEGO set brings SpongeBob fans a delightful mix of nostalgia and creativity. Featuring three exclusive minifigures—the Flying Dutchman, Patrick, and SpongeBob—all with unique designs, the set captures the whimsical charm of the series. While some parts, especially reddish-brown elements, are prone to breaking due to quality issues from the era, the set's standout features like the printed sail, vibrant green color scheme, and functional cannon make it a unique addition to any collection.”
 

About SpongeBob SquarePants

The LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants theme was based on the Nickelodeon SpongeBob SquarePants television series and licensed by the LEGO Group in 2006. A number of sets were released over the five-year period ending in 2011. The sets werer based upon the adventures and life of SpongeBob SquarePants. The theme was discontinued when LEGO's rival, MEGA Brands, acquired the license for SpongeBob SquarePants.
Summary
SpongeBob SquarePants The Flying Dutchman set 3817 was released on December 15, 2011, retailing for $25, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $201, while used sets sell around $60.
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Arrgh! Captain SpongeBob™ and his first mate Patrick have found an old treasure map and are searching for the treasure. Barnacles! The Flying Dutchman is here on his ghostly ship. Help keep him at bay using the bubble blaster or he’ll make everyone walk the plank!

Features pirate ship and small island Pirate ship features plank, sail and crow’s nest Island features boardwalk, treasure chest and cannon Accessories include treasure map, 2 cutlasses, shovel and a bag of souls Pirate ship measures over 7” (17cm) long and 7” (17cm) tall Island measures 3” (7cm) tall and 5” (12cm) wide.
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