How many pieces are in the Space Shuttle?

Space Shuttle contains 392 pieces.

When was the Space Shuttle released?

Space Shuttle was released in 1990.

🏛 Classic Town

Set #1682

Space Shuttle

The 1990 Space Shuttle (1682-1) is a nostalgic classic, representing a golden era of LEGO Town.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO fans and collectors seeking a nostalgic building experience
Build: 392 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 74 ratings

Fans appreciate the nostalgic charm and classic design of the 1682-1 Space Shuttle. Some consider it overpriced compared to modern sets, but its vintage appeal and collectibility are widely praised.

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📝 Our Take

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The 1990 Space Shuttle (1682-1) is a nostalgic classic, representing a golden era of LEGO Town. Its simple yet iconic design captures the essence of early space exploration, offering a charming retro feel that's hard to resist.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts seeking a vintage building experience. With a manageable piece count and straightforward instructions, it's a relaxing build that evokes fond memories and looks great on display.

Skip this if you demand cutting-edge building techniques or crave complex details. Modern LEGO space sets like the NASA Apollo Saturn V (21309-1) offer a more intricate and realistic representation.

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🧱 Building Experience

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392

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Classic LEGO Town design
Simple and satisfying building techniques
Iconic space shuttle shape
Fun play features with opening cargo bay

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The 1682-1 Space Shuttle holds reasonable investment potential due to its age, classic LEGO Town theme, and relatively low production run. Complete sets in good condition command a premium on the secondary market, and the stable price trend suggests consistent demand from collectors. While not as sought-after as some licensed sets, its nostalgic appeal and increasing scarcity make it a worthwhile consideration for long-term LEGO investments. However, condition is critical, and any significant damage or missing parts will severely impact its value.

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Compared to modern LEGO space sets, the 1682-1 Space Shuttle offers a simpler, more nostalgic building experience. While sets like the NASA Apollo Saturn V (21309-1) provide greater detail and complexity, the 1682-1 appeals to collectors seeking a classic LEGO Town aesthetic. Its smaller size also makes it easier to display than larger, more recent space-themed sets.

3 Minifigures Included

Man, Blue Shirt with Buttons and Pockets, Blue Legs, Blue Cap (3626a Head)

2x included

Man, Plain White, Helmet and Visor

5 parts

The set includes two classic blue-shirted Town minifigures and a space-suited minifigure with a white helmet and visor, typical of the era but not particularly rare or exclusive.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 392
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 108 unique parts, 407 pieces
Minifigures: 3

LEGO counts 392 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 420, including the 13 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Wing, Tail 4 x 1 x 3

Part #: 2340 1× White

Panel 3 x 3 x 6 C...

Part #: 2345 2× White

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Part #: 2376 1× Light Gray

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Part #: 2419 5× Red

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

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Plate 2 x 2 Corner

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Plate 2 x 2 Corner

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Tile 1 x 4 with G...

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Tile Special 1 x ...

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Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

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Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

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Barrel 2 x 2 x 2

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Support 2 x 2 x 5...

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Hinge Panel 2 x 4...

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Brick 2 x 4

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Brick 2 x 2

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Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 1

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Brick 1 x 8

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Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× White

Brick 1 x 4

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Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

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Plate 2 x 2

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Plate 2 x 2

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Plate 1 x 2

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Plate 1 x 2

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Plate 1 x 1

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Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Trans-Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Green

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 1× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 8

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Brick Sloped 45° ...

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Plate Special 3 x...

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Brick Sloped 33° ...

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Turntable 4 x 4 S...

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Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 4× White

Part #: 3622 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 6× White

Fence Lattice 1 x...

Part #: 3633 1× Red

Tyre 15 x 6 Offse...

Part #: 3641 8× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

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Plate 1 x 6

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Plate 1 x 6

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Technic Brick 1 x...

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Technic Axle 8

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Technic Axle 12

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Technic Axle 10

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Plate 2 x 6

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Steering Stand 1 ...

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Plate 2 x 10

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Wedge Plate 8 x 4...

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Cone 2 x 2 x 2, O...

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Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

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Plate 6 x 6

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Dish 4 x 4 Invert...

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Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 4006 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

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Brick Special 1 x...

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Wheel 20 x 30 Tec...

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Plate 2 x 16

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Hinge Bar 8L with...

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Plate 1 x 10

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Plate Special 1 x...

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Wheel 8 x 6

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Hinge Tile 1 x 4

Part #: 4625 5× White

Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...

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Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...

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Brick Wedged, Slo...

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Slope 45° 4 x 4 D...

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Engine Smooth Lar...

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Engine Centre - S...

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String Cord Thin ...

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Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 10× Trans-Yellow

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String Reel Winch...

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Flexible Hose 8.5...

Part #: 73590c01a 2× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 1× White

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 4× Red

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 163345 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set features a good selection of white and red bricks and plates, useful for general building purposes. While not particularly rare, the white round bricks and red support pillars are useful for adding structural detail to MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole (20x) $1.00

Light Gray Slope 33° 3 x 2 (10x) $1.00

Red Support 2 x 2 x 5 Lattice Pillar, Complete Assembly (10x) $2.50

White Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] (12x) $1.20

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$5.70

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Alternate space shuttle designs

🏙 Expansion of LEGO Town spaceport

🚗 Futuristic ground vehicles

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

Reviews for the LEGO Space Shuttle (1682-1) and related sets are generally neutral, with reviewers like Tiago Catarino and MandRproductions providing overviews of features and building experiences. While no strong positive or negative sentiment dominates, the focus is on showcasing the set's details and providing information for potential buyers.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

4 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Tiago Catarino reviews both the LEGO NASA Space Shuttle Discovery and the Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, highlighting them as notable NASA-related products. Bricksie praises the 2021 Space Shuttle Discovery (10283) as the largest and most accurate shuttle LEGO has produced.