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7315 LEGO Life On Mars Solar Explorer
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7315 LEGO Life On Mars Solar Explorer
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LEGO 7315 Solar Explorer is a Space set from 2001 valued at $231 for new and sealed sets, up 561% from an original retail price of $34.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.86% since release. On the used market, values range from $41 to $54 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $209 and $276.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Solar Explorer since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 7315 Solar Explorer is a Space Life on Mars set released in 2001, containing 242 pieces and 3 minifigures. It features a modular four-section spacecraft with a detachable vehicle hangar holding a rover with a movable arm, a removable satellite that can convert into a small robot, and a canvas midsection. The set includes printed elements such as a motion diagram and computer screens, and the astronaut figures use metallic chrome visors. It was the largest astronauts’ spacecraft in the Life on Mars subtheme, and its modular system allows combinations with other sets from the line.

A new and sealed Solar Explorer is currently valued at around $231, with annual growth of approximately 7%, which is higher than other Life On Mars sets. The average used price is $45 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $246 within the next year. The 3 included minifigs account for approximately 25% of the set's total value.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) New LEGO Life On Mars Solar Explorer 7315 (2001) Brand New Sealed, Retired
BrickEconomy Choice
$200.00
(US) Solar Explorer Mars Series Space 7315 GOOD CONDITION $209.99
-9.2%
(US) Amazon listing for Solar Explorer $242.74
+5.0%
(US) Life On Mars Solar Explorer 7315 new sealed $250.00
+8.1%
(US) sealed and in great condition for age please ask for pictures $275.00
+19.0%
(US) Has price sticker and 3" surface/print tear at bottom right side of box. This item sh... $287.99
+24.6%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

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Sale Trends

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Minifigs

Solar Explorer contains 3 minifigs. 2 of the minifigs are exclusive to this set.
lom015
LoM BB
Life on Mars BB - lom015
Exclusive
Value $22.80
lom016
LoM Doc
Life on Mars Doc - lom016
2 sets
Value $16.76
lom017
LoM Mac
Life on Mars Mac - lom017
Exclusive
Value $18.62

Sets in Space / Life On Mars

7317 Aero Tube Hanger

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 706 / 5
Availability Retired
7317 LEGO Life On Mars Aero Tube Hanger
Retail $89.99
Value $494.55
Growth  +449.6%
Annual growth 5.9%

7316 Excavation Searcher

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 471 / 3
Availability Retired
7316 LEGO Life On Mars Excavation Searcher
Retail $49.99
Value $138.63
Growth  +177.3%
Annual growth 4.8%

7313 Red Planet Protector

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 194 / 1
Availability Retired
7313 LEGO Life On Mars Red Planet Protector
Retail $19.99
Value $94.19
Growth  +371.2%
Annual growth 6.1%

7314 Recon Mech RP

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 194 / 1
Availability Retired
7314 LEGO Life On Mars Recon Mech RP
Retail $19.99
Value $97.93
Growth  +389.9%
Annual growth 6.4%

7312 T-3 Trike

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 99 / 1
Availability Retired
7312 LEGO Life On Mars T-3 Trike
Retail $9.99
Value $90.00
Growth  +800.9%
Annual growth 8.6%

7311 Red Planet Cruiser

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 73 / 1
Availability Retired
7311 LEGO Life On Mars Red Planet Cruiser
Retail $6.99
Value $29.28
Growth  +318.9%
Annual growth 4.1%

1195 Alien Encounter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 42 / 2
Availability Retired
1195 LEGO Life On Mars Alien Encounter
promotional
Value $18.62
Annual growth 4.6%

7310 Mono Jet

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 33 / 1
Availability Retired
7310 LEGO Life On Mars Mono Jet
Retail $3.99
Value $19.99
Growth  +401.0%
Annual growth 5.1%

1416 Worker Robot

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 30 / 1
Availability Retired
1416 LEGO Life On Mars Worker Robot
promotional
Value $24.25
Annual growth 4.0%

7302 Worker Robot

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 30 / 1
Availability Retired
7302 LEGO Life On Mars Worker Robot
Retail $2.99
Value $31.49
Growth  +953.2%
Annual growth 7.5%

1413 Rover

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 29 / 1
Availability Retired
1413 LEGO Life On Mars Rover
promotional
Value $25.49
Annual growth 5.6%

7301 Rover

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 28 / 1
Availability Retired
7301 LEGO Life On Mars Rover
Retail $2.99
Value $24.79
Growth  +729.1%
Annual growth 10.6%

7309 Rover

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 28 / 1
Availability Retired
7309 LEGO Life On Mars Rover
Retail $2.99
Value $18.67
Growth  +524.4%
Annual growth 7.6%

1415 Jet Scooter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 1
Availability Retired
1415 LEGO Life On Mars Jet Scooter
promotional
Value $72.99
Annual growth 13.0%

7303 Jet Scooter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 24 / 1
Availability Retired
7303 LEGO Life On Mars Jet Scooter
Retail $2.99
Value $12.45
Growth  +316.4%
Annual growth 5.9%

1414 Double Hover

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1
Availability Retired
1414 LEGO Life On Mars Double Hover
promotional
Value $63.15
Annual growth 12.0%

7300 Double Hover

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1
Availability Retired
7300 LEGO Life On Mars Double Hover
Retail $2.99
Value $32.79
Growth  +996.7%
Annual growth 4.9%

7308 Double Hover

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 21 / 1
Availability Retired
7308 LEGO Life On Mars Double Hover
Retail $2.99
Value $21.86
Growth  +631.1%
Annual growth 6.7%

7320 Vega

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 5 / 1
Availability Retired
7320 LEGO Life On Mars Vega
promotional
Value $10.27
Annual growth 2.6%

7321 Mizar

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 5 / 1
Availability Retired
7321 LEGO Life On Mars Mizar
promotional
Value $32.06
Annual growth 7.5%

7322 Altair

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 5 / 1
Availability Retired
7322 LEGO Life On Mars Altair
promotional
Value $21.28
Annual growth 4.4%

7323 Guard

Theme / Subtheme Space / Life On Mars
Year 2001
Pieces / Minifigs 5 / 1
Availability Retired
7323 LEGO Life On Mars Guard
promotional
Value $31.49
Annual growth 9.0%

My Collection

Solar Explorer Reviews

3 reviews
4.8
Collectors
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Brickipedia
“It also acts as the Astronauts' base. The vehicle houses a small Mars rover and machinery. This set is composed of modular sections connected by TECHNIC pins. These sections can be separated into a smaller shuttle, a shelter, a lander, and a rover.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“This LEGO set impresses with its modular design, allowing it to break into multiple pieces for varied configurations, making it both versatile and fun to play with. The printed canvas on the midsection and the cohesive color scheme give it a sleek, futuristic aesthetic, perfectly fitting the Life on Mars theme. With excellent minifig details, such as metallic chrome visors and printed parts, plus loads of playability, this set is a fantastic blend of functionality and creativity.”
 

About Space Life On Mars

Life on Mars was a LEGO Space subtheme released in 2001 that consisted of 21 sets and depicted a peaceful coexistence between humans and aliens on the planet Mars. The human astronauts were peaceful Mars explorers with a small assortment of vehicles featuring little-to-no weaponry. The native Martians on Mars possessed a variety of vehicles, some heavily armed, though none were used aggressively against the human explorers.

Life On Mars was introduced in 2001 and currently consists of 23 sets. As of today, 7317 Aero Tube Hanger is the most valuable Life On Mars set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $495.
Summary
Space Life On Mars Solar Explorer set 7315 was released in January 2001, retailing for $35, but has since been retired. New, unopened Solar Explorer sets are valued at $231, while used sets can be found for $45.
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Are you on the Mars Mission? If so, find your seat in Captain Doc's Solar Explorer - he will get us there safe and sound! Captain Doc worked closely with the scientists to develop this fantastic spaceship that will transport us to Mars so we can really see if there is life on the Red Planet. The cargo bay is packed with the gadgets we'll need for building a base and for exploring the planet. 7315 Solar Explorer From 7 years
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