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The Color Line Lorry is here!

Relive the glory days of Classic Town with this 185-piece set from 1997. A nostalgic promotional release with Color Line Ferries!

🏛 Classic Town
Set #2149

Color Line Container Lorry

The Color Line Container Lorry is a charming snapshot of 1990s LEGO Town.

Before you buy

Who it's for
Beginner build Ideal for younger builders, Classic Town collectors, and those seeking a quick and enjoyable build.
Build
191 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability
Likely retired
★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 12 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's nostalgic charm and simple building experience, but some find the design basic compared to modern LEGO sets. The stable price reflects consistent collector interest, though the set isn't considered particularly rare.

📝 Our Take

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The Color Line Container Lorry is a charming snapshot of 1990s LEGO Town. This set perfectly encapsulates the era's design aesthetic, offering a simple yet satisfying build experience with a focus on playability and classic LEGO charm.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts seeking a nostalgic trip. The build is straightforward and enjoyable, making it a great option for both younger builders and adults looking to expand their classic town layout.

Skip this if you're seeking complex building techniques or high piece counts. If you prefer modern LEGO sets with intricate designs, consider the Creator Expert vehicle line instead for a more challenging and detailed experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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191
Pieces
⏱
2h
Estimated Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and classic building techniques.
  • Focus on playability with a functional container loading mechanism.
  • Nostalgic design reminiscent of 1990s LEGO Town sets.
  • Sturdy construction for easy handling and play.

📈 Investment Analysis

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⏳ Retired
The Color Line Container Lorry, while not the most sought-after set, has a stable price trend indicating consistent demand. As a retired set from the Classic Town era, it holds nostalgic appeal for collectors. Its relatively low piece count might limit significant appreciation, but the set's completeness and box condition will play a crucial role in determining its value over time. Keep in mind that while the theme is popular, this set is not particularly rare or unique, so expect moderate growth rather than explosive gains.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern LEGO City vehicles, the Color Line Container Lorry offers a simpler, more nostalgic building experience. While newer sets boast higher piece counts and more intricate designs, this set provides a charming glimpse into the early days of LEGO Town. Collectors might choose this set for its vintage appeal and connection to LEGO's history.

1 Minifigure Included

The set includes a classic Town minifigure with a white torso, blue legs, and a red cap - a common design for the era, making it less rare but still a nice addition for collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
191
Parts cataloged in this inventory
60 unique parts, 181 pieces
Minifigures
1

LEGO counts 191 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 185, including the 4 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Glass 2 x 3 for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges Glass 2 x 3 for H...
Part #: 2348b 1× Trans-Dark Blue
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ledges Hinge Vehicle Roo...
Part #: 2349b 1× White
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs Panel 1 x 2 x 3 -...
Part #: 2362a 4× White
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane, Solid Studs Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 2377 2× White
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 1× Light Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 8× White
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 3× Light Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Square Corners] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 2436 3× White
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 2× Black
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers On Side Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 2452 1× Black
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 2× Red
Wheel Skateboard / Trolley Wheel Skateboard ...
Part #: 2496 1× Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 1× Light Gray
Technic Axle Towball Technic Axle Towball
Part #: 2736 1× Light Gray
Lever Small Base with Light Gray Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c03 2× Black
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 1× Blue
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 1× Blue
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 1× Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 1× Blue
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 1× Light Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 6× White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 1× Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 3× Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 6× Light Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Yellow
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 1× Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Red
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 2× White
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 1× Black
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 3× White
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 1× Light Gray
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 3 Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3038 1× White
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3039 1× White
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 2× Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 4× Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 4× Light Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 2× Blue
Plate Special 2 x 5 with Towball Socket Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 3491 1× Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 2× White
Technic Plate 2 x 4 [3 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 3709 1× Light Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 5× White
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 4× Light Gray
Technic Plate 2 x 8 [7 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 3738 3× Black
Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 2, No Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3747a 1× Light Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a 4× White
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Part #: 3821 1× Blue
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Part #: 3822 1× Blue
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2 Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Part #: 3823 1× Trans-Light Blue
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 1× Light Gray
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 3× Light Gray
Equipment Brush / Push Broom Equipment Brush /...
Part #: 3836 1× Brown
Equipment Shovel [Rounded Handle End] Equipment Shovel ...
Part #: 3837 1× Dark Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 2× Blue
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 2× Black
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 6× Light Gray
Vehicle Base 4 x 5 with Wheel Arches, 2 x 2 Opening Vehicle Base 4 x ...
Part #: 4211 1× White
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2 Hinge Vehicle Roo...
Part #: 4214 1× White
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [Solid Studs] Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [...
Part #: 4215a 8× White
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers and Hollow Studs Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 4276b 1× Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheel Holders Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4600 5× Light Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 1× Blue
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane Glass for Window ...
Part #: 4862 2× Trans-Light Blue
Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin Wheel 11 x 12 wit...
Part #: 6014a 10× White
Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide Tyre 21 x 12 with...
Part #: 6015 10× Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6019 3× Red
Plate Special 4 x 4, Studs on One Edge Plain] Plate Special 4 x...
Part #: 6179 4× White
Door 1 x 2 x 3 with Vertical Handle Door 1 x 2 x 3 wi...
Part #: 6546 4× White
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train with Shutter Holes and Solid Studs on Ends Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...
Part #: 6556 2× White
Exhaust Pipe Exhaust Pipe
Part #: 71137 2× Chrome Silver
Sticker Sheet for Set 2149-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 71641 1× [No Color/Any Color]
The set features a good selection of white and light gray elements, useful for constructing buildings and vehicles. The inclusion of multiple tires and wheel hubs is helpful for MOC builders focused on vehicle creation.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide (10x) $1.50
White Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [Solid Studs] (8x) $0.80
Light Gray Tile 1 x 8 with Groove (6x) $0.90
White Plate Special 4 x 4 with Studs on One Edge [Plain] (4x) $0.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.80

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Modify the lorry into different types of trucks or service vehicles.
🏙 Expand the container system with additional storage facilities or loading docks.
🚢 Create a harbor scene with a small container ship and loading cranes.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

60
Unique Parts
191
Official Piece Count
181
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
1
Minifigures
2
Spare Parts

LEGO counts 191 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 185, including the 4 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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