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Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Galaxy Commander since September 2017. High accuracy
LEGO 6980 Galaxy Commander was a 443 piece Space set with 5 minifigs released in 1983. It contains a large spaceship, a landing pad, two ground vehicles and five Classic Space astronauts. The set is also called Starship Explorer.

The current value for a new and sealed Galaxy Commander is estimated at $2,511 with an average yearly gain of about 9%. The current used prices for Galaxy Commander can be found in the range of $163 and $216 depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $180 if it is in good overall condition.
It's been a few months since we have seen 6980 Galaxy Commander for sale in primary or secondary markets. The current value of this set might be slightly higher then what we have estimated. The last new Galaxy Commander seen was sold on ebay.com.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 6980 Galaxy Commander.

Sets in Space / Classic

1593 Super Model

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 313 / 2
Availability Retired
1593 LEGO Super Model
Retail $19.99
Value $1,106.75
Growth 5436.5%
Annual growth 10.5%

6930 Space Supply Station

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 206 / 4
Availability Retired
6930 LEGO Space Supply Station
Retail $34.99
Value $1,749.34
Growth 4899.5%
Annual growth 11.2%

6844 Sismobile

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 46 / 1
Availability Retired
6844 LEGO Sismobile
Retail $3.99
Value $170.78
Growth 4180.2%
Annual growth 9.4%

6701 Minifig Pack

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 36 / 6
Availability Retired
6701 LEGO Minifig Pack
Retail $4.59
Value $398.00
Growth 8571.0%
Annual growth 10.1%

6823 Surface Transport

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 27 / 1
Availability Retired
6823 LEGO Surface Transport
Retail $2.49
Value $150.00
Growth 5924.1%
Annual growth 9.2%

6803 Space Patrol

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 25 / 1
Availability Retired
6803 LEGO Space Patrol
Retail $2.49
Value $258.66
Growth 10288.0%
Annual growth 10.5%

6711 Minifig Pack

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 4
Availability Retired
6711 LEGO Minifig Pack
Retail $4.49
Value $1,784.38
Growth 39641.2%
Annual growth 16.1%

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Galaxy Commander Reviews

29 reviews
4.8
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Is this LEGO set a good investment?
“As an investment, Galaxy Commander has performed well in the Classic theme with an overall growth since retirement of around 4086%.”
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Eurobricks
“This is a great set that still makes me happy to look at it. Maybe it's through a nostalgic veil that I look, but I think any Lego lover would be somewhat delighted to get their hands on this cleverly made, truly fun creation.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com
Brickset
“The Galaxy Commander. Owning one is a dream of nostalgic AFOLS everywhere. As internet prices show, still a popular kit, in part due to the limited supply. This model brings a smile to my heart and lives in the center of my Lego Lunar City.”
Full review at brickset.com
“The largest Classic Space set and the only one to come with five astronauts. This was the flagship update to 1979’s Galaxy Explorer (497). This ship carries its own base with it. The white, blue, and transparent dark blue color scheme is similar to that seen in the Cosmic... More Cruiser. This was the last ship to come with its own landing pad.”
Full review at mpospese.com

About Space Classic

The LEGO Classic Space was introduced in 1978 and was the first space theme. It features sets with peaceful space explorers with no enemies unlike other LEGO space sets. There were 5 astronaut minifigures the wore the same suites but in various colors including blue, red, white, yellow and black.

Classic consists of 90 sets that ran from 1978 to 2015. As of today, 926 Command Center is the most valuable Classic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $5,583.
Summary
Space Classic Galaxy Commander set 6980 was released in February 1983, retailing for $60, but has since been retired. New, unopened Galaxy Commander sets are valued at $2,511, while used sets can be found for $180.
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