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LEGO 6523 Red Cross is a vintage Town set from 1987 valued at $144 for new and sealed sets, up 4886% from an original retail price of $2.89. Annual appreciation has averaged 7.17% since release. Used copies are valued between $8 and $9 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Red Cross since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 6523 Red Cross is a Town Medical set released in 1987, containing 51 pieces and 1 minifigure. The build is a four-stud-wide red and white medical van with printed red cross side panels, circular blue roof lights, an antenna, and an opening rear sunroof used as a door. It includes a female doctor minifigure with a red cross-printed jacket and a brown case, and the interior features simple shelves for storing first aid items. A second variation, 6523-2 Dansk Røde Kors Edition, was also released, and the set has been referred to as “Red Cross Van” and “Ambulance.”

A new and sealed Red Cross is currently valued at around $144, with annual growth of approximately 5%, which is lower than other Medical sets. The average used price is $8 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $154 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $150 to $196.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (DK) BrickLink store MY OWN STORE $154.75
+7.4%
(DE) 6523 Red Cross Hospital MISB NEW Classic Town Vintage RARE $174.45
+21.1%
(DE) very good condition sealed feel free to ask for pictures $185.06
+28.4%
(DE) 6523 Red Cross MISB New Sealed Classic Town Hospital 6380 Vintage 80s 1980 $195.39
+35.6%
(UA) Vintage New sealed LEGO 6523 Red Cross Set RARE in original packaging $203.88
+41.5%
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For Sale (Used)

 (NL) Used - - Complete, parts in great condition, printed parts and minifig also, with ins... $6.98
(US) Used - eBay listing for 6523 Red Cross $6.91
(NL) Used - 100% complete, in used/"played with" but good condition. Including instruction... $6.98
(NL) Used - 100% Complete Instructions Box Spare Parts $7.58

Minifigs

Red Cross contains 1 minifig. The minifigure is exclusive to this set.
doc004
Red Cross Doctor
Doctor with straight line outfit, white legs, and black female hair - doc004
Exclusive
Value $3.94

Red Cross Sets

6691 Red Cross Helicopter

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1981
Pieces / Minifigs 107 / 2
Availability Retired
6691 LEGO Red Cross Helicopter
Retail $11.99
Value $335.03
Growth  +2694.2%
Annual growth 7.7%

623 Red Cross Car

Theme / Subtheme Town / Classic
Year 1978
Pieces / Minifigs 38 / 1
Availability Retired
623 LEGO Red Cross Car
Retail $3.49
Value $353.00
Growth  +10014.6%
Annual growth 6.1%

626-2 Red Cross Helicopter

Theme / Subtheme Town / Classic
Year 1978
Pieces 37
Availability Retired
626-2 LEGO Red Cross Helicopter
Retail $5.49
Value $160.27
Growth  +2819.3%
Annual growth 7.3%

Sets in Town / Medical

6380 Emergency Treatment Center

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1987
Pieces / Minifigs 308 / 5
Availability Retired
6380 LEGO Emergency Treatment Center
Retail $29.75
Value $272.13
Growth  +814.7%
Annual growth 4.3%

6356 Med-Star Rescue Plane

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1988
Pieces / Minifigs 159 / 3
Availability Retired
6356 LEGO Med-Star Rescue Plane
Retail $15.50
Value $443.26
Growth  +2759.7%
Annual growth 7.6%

6364 Paramedic Unit

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1980
Pieces / Minifigs 137 / 2
Availability Retired
6364 LEGO Paramedic Unit
Retail $14.99
Value $515.16
Growth  +3336.7%
Annual growth 7.9%

6666 Ambulance

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1994
Pieces / Minifigs 79 / 2
Availability Retired
6666 LEGO Ambulance
Retail $9.25
Value $156.37
Growth  +1590.5%
Annual growth 7.1%

6688 Ambulance

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1985
Pieces / Minifigs 72 / 2
Availability Retired
6688 LEGO Ambulance
Retail $6.60
Value $244.53
Growth  +3605.0%
Annual growth 6.4%

6680 Ambulance

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1981
Pieces / Minifigs 63 / 2
Availability Retired
6680 LEGO Ambulance
Retail $5.99
Value $264.25
Growth  +4311.5%
Annual growth 5.7%

6629 Ambulance

Theme / Subtheme Town / Medical
Year 1981
Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1
Availability Retired
6629 LEGO Ambulance
Retail $3.25
Value $147.32
Growth  +4432.9%
Annual growth 5.8%

My Collection

Red Cross Reviews

4 reviews
4.7
Collectors
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Eurobricks
“A great small set that is nice to add in your Classic Town collection. (The design is really very excellent especially when most design considerations are used. The vehicle mechanism such as the rear compartment is one of the nice factor, and this set can be integrated... More easily with other town layout as well.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“This retro LEGO set captures the essence of a classic emergency vehicle with its simple yet effective design. The build features functional doors, a hinged trunk for storage, and an easily accessible interior, all complemented by its distinctive red cross detailing and vibrant color scheme. Despite being from an older era, it remains a delightful set with timeless charm and practicality.”
 

About Town Medical

The LEGO Town Medical theme, running from 1980 to 1994, centered on healthcare and emergency medical services. Key sets include 6364 Paramedic Unit, which featured a medical response vehicle and paramedics, and 6380 Emergency Treatment Center, a comprehensive medical facility for treating patients. The 6691 LEGO Red Cross Helicopter provided aerial medical transport for critical emergencies.

Medical consists of 9 sets that ran from 1980 to 1994. As of today, 6364 Paramedic Unit is the most valuable Medical set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $515.
Summary
Town Medical Red Cross set 6523 was released in January 1987, retailing for $3, but has since been retired. New, unopened Red Cross sets are valued at $144, while used sets can be found for $8 in good condition.
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