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6980 LEGO Galaxy Commander
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LEGO 6980 Galaxy Commander is a vintage Space set from 1983 valued at $2,459 for new and sealed sets, up 3999% from an original retail price of $59.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 5.63% since release. On the used market, values range from $130 to $186 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Galaxy Commander since September 2017. Very high accuracy
LEGO 6980 Galaxy Commander is a Classic Space set released in 1983, containing 443 pieces and 5 minifigures. The set centers on a large mothership with twin cockpits, supported by a landing pad, a space lab, a detachable transport unit, and two ground vehicles. It includes five Classic Space astronauts and various accessories for surface operations.

Known in some regions as Starship Explorer, Galaxy Commander was the first LEGO spacecraft to feature twin cockpits and was the largest Space set at the time of its release. Its modular layout allows the main craft to separate into multiple sections for different mission roles.

A new and sealed Galaxy Commander is currently valued at around $2,459, with annual growth of approximately 6%. The average used price is $154 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $2,209 to $3,061. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $2,597 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) Space: Galaxy Commander (6980) NEW IN BOX
BrickEconomy Choice
$1,999.00
(SE) MISB - 6/10 box, no major damage just scuffs at corners/edges. Original price sticker... $2,313.40
-5.9%
(DE) 6980 Galaxy Commander MISB New Sealed Good Classic Space Spaceship $2,753.17
+12.0%
(DE) very good condition sealed feel free to ask for pictures $2,891.73
+17.6%
(US) 1983 LEGO 6980 GALAXY COMMANDER New & Sealed MISB RARE VINTAGE SPACE MINI FIGS $3,399.95
+38.3%
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For Sale (Used)

 (CA) Used - Complete. No box, no instructions. Minifigures in great condition. Red and yel... $127.21
(CA) Used - 100% complete set, no instructions, no box. Bricks in good condition, minifigu... $130.86
(US) Used - Classic Space: Galaxy Commander 6980 (1983) vintage
$175.98
(CA) Used - Vintage Lego Space 6980 Galaxy Commander 98% complete W/ Minifigures
$189.50
(CA) Used - VINTAGE SPACE 6980 - GALAXY COMMANDER- COMPLETE WITH BOX
$218.18

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 $1,316.06
Growth  +6483.6%
Annual growth 10.1%

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 $1,532.02
Growth  +4278.5%
Annual growth 8.0%

6844 Sismobile

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 46 / 1
Availability Retired
6844 LEGO Sismobile
Retail $3.99
Value $286.20
Growth  +7072.9%
Annual growth 8.5%

6701 Minifig Pack

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 36 / 6
Availability Retired
6701 LEGO Minifig Pack
Retail $4.59
Value $387.79
Growth  +8348.6%
Annual growth 7.3%

6823 Surface Transport

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 27 / 1
Availability Retired
6823 LEGO Surface Transport
Retail $2.49
Value $186.83
Growth  +7403.2%
Annual growth 6.0%

6803 Space Patrol

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 25 / 1
Availability Retired
6803 LEGO Space Patrol
Retail $2.49
Value $248.17
Growth  +9866.7%
Annual growth 5.5%

6711 Minifig Pack

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 4
Availability Retired
6711 LEGO Minifig Pack
Retail $4.49
Value $1,873.66
Growth  +41629.6%
Annual growth 14.9%

My Collection

Galaxy Commander Reviews

29 reviews
4.9
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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 $4,645.
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 $2,459, while used sets can be found for $154.
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Starship "Explorer". Huge 3-stage spaceship with mothership, space lab and transport unit.
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