When was the Navigator released?

Navigator was released in 1996.

🏛 Time Cruisers

Set #1853

Navigator

The Navigator is a quirky and nostalgic trip back to the mid-90s LEGO era.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for LEGO fans of all ages, especially those interested in classic LEGO themes and simple builds.
Build: 158 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 6.3¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the Navigator's unique design and nostalgic appeal, but some find the color scheme and overall aesthetic dated. It's considered a decent set for collectors of classic LEGO themes, but not necessarily a standout for modern builders.

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📝 Our Take

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The Navigator is a quirky and nostalgic trip back to the mid-90s LEGO era. Part of the Time Cruisers theme, this set features a unique blend of futuristic and classic elements, creating a fun and imaginative time-traveling vehicle.

This set is perfect for collectors of vintage LEGO themes and those seeking a unique display piece. The relatively small piece count makes it a quick and enjoyable build, and its distinctive design stands out in any collection.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or modern LEGO aesthetics. The Time Cruisers theme is definitely an acquired taste, and you may prefer more contemporary time travel sets like those from the Back to the Future theme.

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🧱 Building Experience

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158

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward construction
Use of headlight bricks for unique shaping
Incorporation of Technic elements for play features
Bright color scheme typical of the Time Cruisers theme

📈 Investment Analysis

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↑ Trending up since release

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Navigator, as a set from the niche Time Cruisers theme, presents a somewhat speculative investment opportunity. Its age (released in 1996) contributes to its rarity, and the rising price trend suggests growing collector interest. However, its relatively low piece count and the theme's limited popularity compared to more mainstream LEGO lines introduce some risk. The set's value is largely driven by nostalgia and its unique design within the Time Cruisers universe. Investing requires a long-term perspective and an understanding of the vintage LEGO market.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern LEGO sets, the Navigator offers a simpler building experience and a more retro aesthetic. While it lacks the intricate details of contemporary sets, its unique design and nostalgia factor make it appealing to collectors. Consider sets like the LEGO Ideas Back to the Future DeLorean (10300-1) for a more modern time-traveling build, or smaller, cheaper sets if price is a concern.

2 Minifigures Included

Timmy - Blue Legs, Blue Cap

The set includes two minifigures: Timmy and Dr. Cyber. Dr. Cyber is the more unique of the two, sporting a distinctive cybernetic design that aligns with the Time Cruisers theme.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 158
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 77 unique parts, 150 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The piece count includes the 8 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 3 -...

Part #: 2362a 2× Light Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 1× Light Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2444 2× Black

Helmet, Standard

Part #: 2446 1× White

Helmet, Standard

Part #: 2446 1× Yellow

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 2447 1× Trans-Neon Green

Brick Wedged 3 x ...

Part #: 2462 2× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2508 1× Black

Hat Pirate Bicorn...

Part #: 2528pr0013 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 1× Black

Hat Pirate Tricor...

Part #: 2544 1× Brown

Animal, Monkey [C...

Part #: 2550c01 1× Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 2× Yellow

Windscreen 4 x 4 ...

Part #: 2620 1× Trans-Light Blue

Technic Slope Lon...

Part #: 2744 2× Light Gray

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 2815 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2926 1× Black

Propeller 2 Blade...

Part #: 2952 2× Black

Wheel Rim 24 x 14...

Part #: 2994 2× Yellow

Wheel 8 x 9 with ...

Part #: 30027a 2× White

Tyre 14 x 9 Smoot...

Part #: 30028 2× Black

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Green

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× Trans-Red

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 2× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039pr0005 1× White

Technic Pin 3/4

Part #: 32002 2× Dark Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Light Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Light Gray

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 2× Black

Technic Axle 12

Part #: 3708 1× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Yellow

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Gray

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 4× Light Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 3730 1× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 3749 2× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 1× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Light Gray

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 2× Yellow

Helmet Castle wit...

Part #: 3896 1× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 2× Light Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 2× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Light Gray

Dish 4 x 4 Invert...

Part #: 3960pr9988 2× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 6× Light Gray

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4150 1× White

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 3× Yellow

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 4265b 3× Light Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Light Gray

Hinge Vehicle Roo...

Part #: 4315 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460a 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 2× Light Gray

Hat, Forestman

Part #: 4506 1× Green

Tail 4 x 2 x 2, R...

Part #: 4746 1× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...

Part #: 4864a 1× Light Gray

Engine Smooth Lar...

Part #: 4868a 2× Yellow

Engine Centre - S...

Part #: 4869 2× Light Gray

Weapon Harpoon [4...

Part #: 57467 2× Chrome Silver

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 5× Black

Propeller 3 Blade...

Part #: 6041 1× Yellow

Windscreen 5 x 2 ...

Part #: 6070 2× Trans-Light Blue

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 6119 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 6126a 2× Trans-Neon Orange

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 6133 2× Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Neon Green

Tyre 30.4 x 14 VR

Part #: 6578 2× Black

Flexible Hose 8.5...

Part #: 73590c02b 1× Yellow

Technic Rubber Be...

Part #: 85546 2× Yellow

🧱 Storage Bin with ...

Part #: 4105569 1× [No Color/Any Color]

This set contains a good quantity of Light Gray bricks and plates, useful for general building and MOCs. The Technic elements add functionality and playability to the model.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Gray Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (6x) $0.90

Black Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] (5x) $1.25

Yellow Technic Wedge Belt Wheel [aka Pulley] (3x) $0.75

Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (2x) $0.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.40

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Alternate futuristic spacecraft designs

🚗 Steampunk-inspired vehicles with time-traveling elements

🤖 Time-traveling robot companion

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 6 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers offer neutral reviews of the Navigator (1853-1) and related Time Cruisers sets, with no strong positive or negative consensus. Reviews focus on set details and specifications rather than subjective opinions.

Lego Rewind Ep.30- Time Cruisers

Nick on Planet Ripple • 120.4K views Review

Lego review on a vintage set 6493 Flying Time Vessel.

Go4 Bob • 3.6K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 6 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Nick on Planet Ripple covers the Time Cruisers theme in general, while Maniac4Bricks reviews the Hypno Cruiser (6492/1853) noting its piece count and original price. Go4 Bob reviews the Flying Time Vessel (6493), mentioning its release year, piece count, and minifigure count.