Classic Town Adventure!
The Midnight Transport awaits!

Relive the 1993 classic with this 275-piece LEGO set. Includes 3 minifigs and builds a jet, helicopter, and van!

🏛 Classic Town
Set #1687

Midnight Transport

Midnight Transport is a classic Town set that oozes 90s charm.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for younger builders and LEGO fans who enjoy classic Town sets ⏱ 2 hr build 🧩 275 pcs
★★★☆☆ 3.8

Fans appreciate the nostalgic value and simple charm of this classic Town set. However, some find the build too basic compared to modern sets, and the limited play features may not appeal to all.

📝 Our Take

Midnight Transport is a classic Town set that oozes 90s charm. With its focus on realistic vehicles and everyday scenarios, it perfectly captures the spirit of LEGO Town, offering a glimpse into the bustling life of LEGO citizens.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate vintage designs and cityscapes. The building experience is straightforward, making it accessible to younger builders while still offering a nostalgic trip for older fans. It's a great set for expanding a LEGO town layout.

Skip this if you are only interested in complex, modern building techniques. Contemporary City sets offer more intricate builds and detailed designs. Consider sets like the modular buildings or the City trains for a more advanced experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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275
Pieces
2h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building process
  • Focus on vehicle construction
  • Incorporation of play features like opening doors
  • Classic LEGO Town aesthetic

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B
Investment Grade
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The Midnight Transport set, being a retired Classic Town set from 1993, holds moderate investment potential. Its age and the enduring popularity of the Classic Town theme contribute to its collectibility. Complete sets in good condition can fetch a premium. However, the relatively high original production numbers and the potential for wear and tear on a set of this age pose risks. While not a guaranteed high-return investment, it is a solid choice for collectors who appreciate the nostalgia and charm of vintage LEGO sets.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern City sets, the Midnight Transport offers a simpler, more nostalgic building experience. While newer sets boast more intricate designs and advanced building techniques, this set provides a charming glimpse into the early days of LEGO Town. Consider the newer City delivery trucks for more modern designs, but choose this one for vintage appeal.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes three classic LEGO Town minifigures, featuring the iconic smiley face and simple torsos, which add to its vintage charm. The red jacket minifigs are quite common, but the sunglasses fig is a nice addition.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 95 unique parts • 261 total pieces

Wing, Tail 4 x 1 x 3 Wing, Tail 4 x 1 x 3
Part #: 2340 Black
Glass 2 x 3 for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges Glass 2 x 3 for H...
Part #: 2348b Trans-Dark Blue
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ledges Hinge Vehicle Roo...
Part #: 2349b Black
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Black
Wedge 3 x 4 [No Stud Notches] Wedge 3 x 4 [No S...
Part #: 2399 Red
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Yellow
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Black
Wheel Holder 2 x 2 Thin with Clips, Plane Single Wheel Holder 2 x ...
Part #: 2415 Light Gray
Propeller 3 Blade Small Propeller 3 Blade...
Part #: 2421 Light Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Red
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 Yellow
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 Light Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Square Corners] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 2436 Red
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 2 Studs on Top Windscreen 3 x 4 ...
Part #: 2437 Trans-Light Blue
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 Black
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends, Open Hub Propeller 4 Blade...
Part #: 2479 Light Gray
Windscreen 4 x 4 x 4 1/3 Helicopter Windscreen 4 x 4 ...
Part #: 2483 Trans-Light Blue
Windscreen 10 x 4 x 2 1/3 Canopy Windscreen 10 x 4...
Part #: 2507 Trans-Light Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Black
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2555 Light Gray
Lever Small Base with Black Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c02 Black
Lever Small Base with Light Gray Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c03 Light Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Light Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Light Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Light Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Black
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Black
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Light Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 2 with Flight Control Print Slope 45° 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3039pr9969 Light Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Green
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Yellow
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Black
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Yellow
Tyre 14 x 4 Smooth Small Single Tyre 14 x 4 Smoot...
Part #: 3139 Black
Plate Special 3 x 2 with Rounded End, Hole Plate Special 3 x...
Part #: 3176 Black
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Right Door 1 x 3 x 2 Right
Part #: 3188 Black
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Left Door 1 x 3 x 2 Left
Part #: 3189 Black
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Red
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Black
Wheel Centre Small with Stub Axles (Pulley Wheel) Wheel Centre Smal...
Part #: 3464 Trans-Clear
Wedge, Plate 7 x 12 Wing Right Wedge, Plate 7 x ...
Part #: 3585 Black
Wedge, Plate 7 x 12 Wing Left Wedge, Plate 7 x ...
Part #: 3586 Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Black
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Black
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Yellow
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Red
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Light Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Red
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate - Top Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3679 Light Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate, Base Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3680 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Red
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Yellow
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Slope Inverted 33° 3 x 2 [No Connections between Studs] Slope Inverted 33...
Part #: 3747a Black
Wheel Arch, Mudguard 2 x 4 Studded Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 3788 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Red
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Black
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Yellow
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Part #: 3821 Black
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Part #: 3822 Black
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Yellow
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Black
Wedge Plate 4 x 4 Wing Right Wedge Plate 4 x 4...
Part #: 3935 Black
Wedge Plate 4 x 4 Wing Left Wedge Plate 4 x 4...
Part #: 3936 Black
Equipment Radio [Extended Handle, Compact Speaker Grille] Equipment Radio [...
Part #: 3962b Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Red
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c Black
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Light Gray
Vehicle Base 4 x 5 with Wheel Arches, 2 x 2 Opening Vehicle Base 4 x ...
Part #: 4211 Black
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers [Hollow Studs] Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 4275b Black
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers and Hollow Studs Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 4276b Black
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Black
Slope Inverted 34° 3 x 1 without Internal Stopper Slope Inverted 34...
Part #: 4287a Black
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 Hinge Vehicle Roo...
Part #: 4315 Black
Bag / Briefcase Bag / Briefcase
Part #: 4449 Light Gray
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Black
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Red
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Yellow
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4488 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheel Holders Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4600 Black
Wheel 8 x 6 Wheel 8 x 6
Part #: 4624 Light Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 4 Double with 4 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 4854 Black
Wedge Sloped Inverted 4 x 4 Triple [2 Connections between Front Studs] Wedge Sloped Inve...
Part #: 4855 Black
Wedge Sloped Inverted 6 x 4 with 2 Stud Connections Wedge Sloped Inve...
Part #: 4856a Black
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 Black
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 Red
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [Solid Studs] Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...
Part #: 4864a Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [Solid Studs] Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...
Part #: 4864a Yellow
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a Black
Engine Smooth Large, Cone Back [1 x 2 Thin Top Plate] Engine Smooth Lar...
Part #: 4868a Black
Engine Centre - Smooth Large Engine Centre - S...
Part #: 4869 Light Gray
Wheel Holder 2 x 2 Thin with Split Wheel Clip Pins Wheel Holder 2 x ...
Part #: 4870 Light Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 4871 Black
Money / Coin with "10" Sans-serif Type Money / Coin with...
Part #: 57503 Chrome Gold
Money / Coin with "20" Sans-serif Type Money / Coin with...
Part #: 57504 Chrome Gold
Money / Coin with "30" Sans-serif Type Money / Coin with...
Part #: 57505 Chrome Gold
Money / Coin with "40" Sans-serif Type Money / Coin with...
Part #: 57506 Chrome Gold
Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin Wheel 11 x 12 wit...
Part #: 6014a White
Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide Tyre 21 x 12 with...
Part #: 6015 Black
Bar 1 x 6 [Closed Studs] Bar 1 x 6 [Closed...
Part #: 6140 Light Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
The set features a good selection of basic bricks and plates in black, yellow, and red, providing a solid foundation for MOC building. The inclusion of briefcase elements adds a touch of detail and playability.

💎 Notable Parts

Light Gray Bag / Briefcase (6x) $1.50
Red Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (4x) $0.80
Black Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 (4x) $0.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.90

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the city with additional delivery trucks and service vehicles.
🚗 Modify the truck into a mobile repair unit or a food truck.
🏙 Create a larger, more detailed delivery depot for the Midnight Transport.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

95
Unique Parts
261
Total Pieces
3
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1