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6980 LEGO Galaxy Commander
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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 mothership spaceship, a landing pad, space lab and transport unit, 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 $2,667, with an average annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Classic sets. Current used prices for Galaxy Commander range from $157 to $203, depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $169 for those in good overall condition.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. Single owner set it was bought new off the shelf an... $2,430.00
-8.9%
(FR) 6980 Galaxy Commander 1983 MISB factory sealed vintage classic space no 928 $2,494.96
-6.5%
(US) 6980 Classic Space Galaxy Commander New and Sealed from 1983
BrickEconomy Choice
$2,500.00
-6.3%
(US) 6980 Classic Space Galaxy Commander New and Sealed from 1983 $2,500.00
-6.3%
(FR) 6980 Galaxy Commander 1983 MISB factory sealed vintage classic space no 928 $2,609.87
-2.2%
(SE) MISB - 6/10 box, no major damage just scuffs at corners/edges. Original price sticker... $3,148.95
+18.1%
(US) 1983 LEGO 6980 GALAXY COMMANDER New & Sealed MISB RARE VINTAGE SPACE MINI FIGS $3,399.95
+27.5%
(US) 1983 LEGO 6980 GALAXY COMMANDER New & Sealed MISB RARE VINTAGE SPACE MINI FIGS $3,399.95
+27.5%

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 $1,237.14
Growth  +6088.8%
Annual growth 10.3%

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 $1,800.15
Growth  +5044.8%
Annual growth 9.8%

6844 Sismobile

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 46 / 1
Availability Retired
6844 LEGO Sismobile
Retail $3.99
Value $116.65
Growth  +2823.6%
Annual growth 7.6%

6701 Minifig Pack

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 36 / 6
Availability Retired
6701 LEGO Minifig Pack
Retail $4.59
Value $402.09
Growth  +8660.1%
Annual growth 8.4%

6823 Surface Transport

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 27 / 1
Availability Retired
6823 LEGO Surface Transport
Retail $2.49
Value $149.97
Growth  +5922.9%
Annual growth 6.5%

6803 Space Patrol

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 25 / 1
Availability Retired
6803 LEGO Space Patrol
Retail $2.49
Value $215.44
Growth  +8552.2%
Annual growth 6.2%

6711 Minifig Pack

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 4
Availability Retired
6711 LEGO Minifig Pack
Retail $4.49
Value $1,598.00
Growth  +35490.2%
Annual growth 15.0%

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Galaxy Commander Reviews

29 reviews
4.9
Collectors
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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, 928 Space Cruiser And Moonbase is the most valuable Classic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $4,001.
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 $2,667, while used sets can be found for $169.
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Starship "Explorer". Huge 3-stage spaceship with mothership, space lab and transport unit.
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