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LEGO 5987 Dino Research Compound is a Adventurers set from 2000 valued at $565 for new and sealed sets, up 607% from an original retail price of $79.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.50% since release. Used copies are valued between $124 and $153 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $525 and $601. Signals for it are pulling both ways, with growth that outpaces similar sets against more copies coming up for sale.

Dino Research Compound Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Dino Research Compound since November 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 5987 Dino Research Compound is an Adventurers Dino Island set released in 2000, containing 617 pieces and 6 minifigures. The set centers on a three-story research building equipped with various dinosaur-catching tools. It also includes a twin-engine airplane and a car to support field expeditions. As the largest set in the Dino Island subtheme, it features four dinosaurs.

A new Dino Research Compound sells for around $565 today, after averaging 6.5% growth a year since retirement. Give it five years and our forecast has it near $796. The average used price is $127 for those in good overall condition. The 6 included minifigs account for approximately 18% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $592 to $977.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) NEW Lego ADVENTURES Dino Research Compound 5987. 6 Figures. 4 Dinosaurs INSURED
BrickEconomy Choice
$479.88
(DE) Dino Research Compound from BrickLink seller Fabja $503.06
-11.0%
(SK) Dino Research Compound from BrickLink seller Freya_Ent $542.18
-4.1%
(US) Dino Research Compound from BrickLink seller ibrickshop $567.99
+0.5%
(US) Dino Research Compound from BrickLink seller ibrickshop $587.99
+4.0%
(US) Adventurers: Dino Research Compound (5987)NEW $610.00
+7.9%
(US) Adventurers: Dino Research Compound (5987) $780.98
+38.2%
(US) Set 5987 Dino Research Compound, Johnny Thunder $976.85
+72.8%
(DE) (AH 5) LEGO 5987 ADVENTURES DINOSAUR DINO RESEARCH STATION NEW/ORIGINAL PACKAGING $1,415.15
+150.4%
(DE) (AH 5) Lego 5987 Adventures Dinosaur Dino Research Station NEW/ORIGINAL PACKA... $1,635.75
+189.4%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 5987 Dino Research Compound.

Market Momentum

Neutral
This set is outpacing its theme, but more listings are appearing, so momentum is holding level.
SupplyMore than most in Adventurers
Listings up 60% this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+3% typical for Dino Island
+20% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:18% bearish·60% neutral·22% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Dino Island sets

What holds Dino Research Compound back here is that it began at several times the retail price of the typical set above it.

#10 of 13
By growth since retail, +607%
+442%+1,993%
In the bottom quarter of the group.
$0.92 a piece
New and sealed value per piece
This set
$0.92
Typical
$0.84
Close to the group's typical value per piece.
#17 of 17
Used value as a share of new, 23%
23%60%
Used copies keep the least of their new value in the group.
#5 of 17 retired
Wanted for each member who owns it
This set
Typical
About 50% above the rate of the group's retired sets.
Top sets by growthSince retail
15903 Johnny Thunder and Baby T+1,993%
25912 Mike's Swamp Boat+831%
35913 Dr. Kilroy's Car+781%
105987 Dino Research Compound+607%

Sets in Adventurers / Dino Island

5975 T-Rex Transport

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 321 / 5
Availability Retired
5975 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island T-Rex Transport
Retail $49.99
Value $271.08
Growth  +442.3%
Annual growth 5.7%

5935 Island Hopper

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 205 / 1
Availability Retired
5935 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Island Hopper
Retail $19.99
Value $172.23
Growth  +761.6%
Annual growth 7.4%

5955 All Terrain Trapper

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 185 / 3
Availability Retired
5955 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island All Terrain Trapper
Retail $29.99
Value $172.33
Growth  +474.6%
Annual growth 5.2%

5934 Dino Explorer

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 90 / 2
Availability Retired
5934 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Dino Explorer
Retail $14.99
Value $98.66
Growth  +558.2%
Annual growth 6.5%

5921 Research Glider

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 57 / 1
Availability Retired
5921 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Research Glider
Retail $5.99
Value $45.11
Growth  +653.1%
Annual growth 3.8%

5920 Island Racer

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 50 / 1
Availability Retired
5920 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Island Racer
Retail $5.99
Value $50.30
Growth  +739.7%
Annual growth 4.8%

1280 Dr. Kilroy's Microcopter

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 28 / 1
Availability Retired
1280 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Dr. Kilroy's Microcopter
promotional
Value $20.00
Annual growth 6.1%

5904 Microcopter

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 28 / 1
Availability Retired
5904 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Microcopter
Retail $1.99
Value $16.46
Growth  +727.1%
Annual growth 4.2%

1281 Mike's Dinohunter

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 1
Availability Retired
1281 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Mike's Dinohunter
promotional
Value $25.00
Annual growth 2.2%

1278 Jones and Baby Tyranno

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 23 / 1
Availability Retired
1278 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Jones and Baby Tyranno
promotional
Value $44.97
Annual growth 8.9%

5903 Johnny Thunder and Baby T

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 23 / 1
Availability Retired
5903 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Johnny Thunder and Baby T
Retail $1.99
Value $41.66
Growth  +1993.5%
Annual growth 8.7%

5911 Johnny Thunder's Plane

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 22 / 1
Availability Retired
5911 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Johnny Thunder's Plane
Retail $2.99
Value $24.02
Growth  +703.3%
Annual growth 5.5%

1279 Cunningham's Dinofinder

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1
Availability Retired
1279 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Cunningham's Dinofinder
promotional
Value $30.34
Annual growth 4.0%

5913 Dr. Kilroy's Car

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1
Availability Retired
5913 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Dr. Kilroy's Car
Retail $2.99
Value $26.35
Growth  +781.3%
Annual growth 5.4%

5914 Sam Sanister and Baby T

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1
Availability Retired
5914 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Sam Sanister and Baby T
Retail $2.99
Value $24.10
Growth  +706.0%
Annual growth 8.4%

5912 Mike's Swamp Boat

Theme / Subtheme Adventurers / Dino Island
Year 2000
Pieces / Minifigs 19 / 1
Availability Retired
5912 LEGO Adventurers Dino Island Mike's Swamp Boat
Retail $2.99
Value $27.84
Growth  +831.1%
Annual growth 4.9%

Dino Research Compound Questions

How much is the Dino Research Compound set worth?

A new, sealed copy of Dino Research Compound is worth about $565 today, and most sealed copies sell for between $525 and $601. A used copy in good condition goes for about $127.

Has LEGO 5987 Dino Research Compound been retired?

Yes. Dino Research Compound is retired. New copies now come only from the secondary market, where sellers on eBay and BrickLink set the price.

Has LEGO 5987 Dino Research Compound increased in value?

Yes, by a wide margin. Dino Research Compound is now worth 607% more than its $79.99 retail price, about 6.5% a year. That is well ahead of the Dino Island average of 5% a year.

How much could LEGO 5987 Dino Research Compound be worth in a year?

Our one-year forecast has Dino Research Compound at around $612 a year from now, about 8% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. Demand, supply and price show no clear direction. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How many pieces does LEGO 5987 Dino Research Compound have, and which minifigures are included?

Dino Research Compound is built from 617 pieces ($0.13 a piece at its retail price). The 6 minifigures included are Baron Von Barron, Dr. Charles Lightning, Johnny Thunder, Mike, Miss Gail Storm and Mr. Cunningham. As a group the minifigures are valued at around $100, about 18% of the set's value, led by Mr. Cunningham at $31.

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Dino Research Compound Reviews

26 reviews
4.9
Collectors
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Brickipedia
“This is the largest set in the Dino Island sub-theme. It is a three-story research building complete with six Minifigures - Johnny Thunder, Pippin Reed, Dr. Lightning, Mike, Mr. Cunningham, and Baron Von Barron. It also includes four dinosaurs - a T-rex, a Baby T-Rex, a... More Stegosaurus, and a Pteranodon. This set contains many dinosaur catching tools and vehicles, including a twin-engine aero plane and a car. The compound is situated on a river.”
Full review at brickipedia.fandom.com
Eurobricks
“Simply put, 5987 Dino Research Compound is a lot of fun. When I completed this flagship set and stood back, my first reaction was "Awesome!". I feel like a kid in a candy store with this kit - there is so much to take in and to play around with. Unfortunately, this set is... More often overlooked and underrated. This may be because many people like to build their set and put it on display - and the dino compound isn't exactly the prettiest thing in the LEGO world. However, for those who still like to "play well", Dino Research Compound will be a feast for your imagination and guarantee a good time.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Adventurers Dino Island

Dino Island was an Adventurers subtheme released in 2000 and was based on the story line where the explorers discover a new mysterious island and discover that there are dinosaurs living on the island. Characters/minifigures in the Dino Island theme include Johnny Thunder, Mr. Cunningham, Dr. Charles Lightning, Baron von Barron and many other Adventurers' characters in addition to dinosaurs.

Dino Island was introduced in 2000 and currently consists of 17 sets. As of today, 5987 Dino Research Compound is the most valuable Dino Island set with an estimated new/sealed value of $565.
Summary
Adventurers Dino Island Dino Research Compound set 5987 was released in June 2000, retailing for $80, but has since been retired. New, unopened Dino Research Compound sets are valued at $565, while used sets can be found for $127 in good condition.
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Dino Research Compound It's your own Jurassic camp! Take charge of this research compound in the heart of Dinosaur Island, When you're ready, set out on the hunt to find real-life dinosaurs - like a baby T-Rex, a stegosaurus or a pterodactyl. Back at camp, crank the crane to lift the boat out of the river Use the repair pit to carry out repairs on your boat. To keep intruders away, the camp is rigged with all kinds of surprises and booby traps-including poisonous snakes and spiders! Includes 3 adventurers and 2 bad guys.
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