Set sail with Stena Line!
A 197-piece ferry adventure from 1998

Build a nostalgic icon of the sea, complete with a minifigure! A perfect addition to any LEGO Town collection.

🏛 Ferries
Set #2998

Stena Line Ferry

The Stena Line Ferry is a charming piece of LEGO history.

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Who it's for
Beginner build Ideal for younger builders or LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy classic, straightforward designs.
Build
197 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability
Likely retired
★★★☆☆ 3.8 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the set's classic design and simplicity, making it a nostalgic build. However, some find the set basic compared to modern LEGO offerings and feel it lacks detail for the current price.

📝 Our Take

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The Stena Line Ferry is a charming piece of LEGO history. Released in 1998, it represents a classic era of LEGO design, focusing on playability and simple construction. The set captures the essence of a real-life ferry with its clean lines and functional features.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate vintage sets and maritime themes. It provides a straightforward and enjoyable building experience, making it suitable for younger builders or those who prefer classic LEGO designs. Its compact size makes it easy to display.

Skip this if you're seeking highly detailed or complex builds. Modern LEGO sets offer more intricate designs and advanced building techniques. Consider LEGO City Coast Guard sets for a more contemporary maritime experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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197
Pieces
⏱
2.5h
Estimated Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and enjoyable build process
  • Functional design with rolling wheels
  • Classic LEGO elements and color scheme
  • Compact size for easy display

📈 Investment Analysis

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⏳ Retired
The Stena Line Ferry, being a retired set from 1998, holds moderate investment potential. Its rarity and the rising price trend suggest increasing collector interest. While it's not a highly sought-after licensed theme, its age and relatively low piece count make it accessible for collectors. However, its investment potential is limited by the lack of unique or exclusive elements and minifigures. The rising price indicates a gradual appreciation, but significant returns are unlikely.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern LEGO City vehicle sets, the Stena Line Ferry offers a simpler, more classic building experience. While newer sets boast higher piece counts and more intricate designs, this set appeals to collectors who appreciate vintage LEGO aesthetics. Alternative options include larger LEGO City ferry sets or Coast Guard vessels for more detailed play experiences.

1 Minifigure Included

The included Racer minifigure with the Octan torso is a standard figure from that era, commonly found in other sets.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count
197
Parts cataloged in this inventory
54 unique parts, 192 pieces
Minifigures
1

The piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 2× Red
Brick 1 x 16 Brick 1 x 16
Part #: 2465 4× White
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 6× Light Gray
Lever Small Base with Black Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c02 3× White
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 2× White
Wheel 8 x 9 with Round Hole for Wheel Holder Pin Wheel 8 x 9 with ...
Part #: 30027a 4× White
Tyre 14 x 9 Smooth Small Wide Slick Tyre 14 x 9 Smoot...
Part #: 30028 4× Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 5× Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 2× Blue
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 2× White
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 1× Black
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 2× White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 2× White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 3× Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 3× Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 7× Blue
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 4× Light Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 2× White
Plate 4 x 10 Plate 4 x 10
Part #: 3030 6× Blue
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 1× Blue
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 1× Light Gray
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 3× White
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3040b 2× Blue
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3040b 4× Black
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 1× Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 1× Blue
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 1× Yellow
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 1× White
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 1× Trans-Green
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 1× Trans-Red
Brick Sloped 33° 3 x 4 Brick Sloped 33° ...
Part #: 3297 2× Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 1× White
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 2× White
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 2× Light Gray
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 2× White
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3660 2× Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 2× White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a 1× White
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× Red
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 2× Light Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate Thin Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3938 2× White
Brick Sloped 33° 3 x 6 Brick Sloped 33° ...
Part #: 3939 1× White
Brick Sloped 33° 3 x 6 Brick Sloped 33° ...
Part #: 3939 1× Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 4× Light Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b 6× Light Gray
Brick Sloped 33° 3 x 1 Brick Sloped 33° ...
Part #: 4286 4× White
Boat, Mast 2 x 2 x 3 Inclined with Stud on Top and Two Sides Boat, Mast 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4289 1× White
Equipment Weapon, Loudhailer / Speaker / Blaster / Space Gun Equipment Weapon,...
Part #: 4349 4× Red
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 5× Blue
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 4× Black
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Spout Tap 1 x 1 with Ho...
Part #: 4599a 2× Yellow
Brick Wedged, Sloped Inverted 6 x 4 with 2 Stud Connections Brick Wedged, Slo...
Part #: 4856a 2× White
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 4× Blue
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a 3× Red
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a 1× White
Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin Wheel 11 x 12 wit...
Part #: 6014a 4× White
Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide Tyre 21 x 12 with...
Part #: 6015 4× Black
Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 6081 10× White
Brick 1 x 12 Brick 1 x 12
Part #: 6112 2× Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 8× Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 4× Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 5× Trans-Yellow
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Neon Orange
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 6157 2× Black
Panel 1 x 1 x 1 Corner Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...
Part #: 6231 2× Red
🧱 Sticker Sheet 1 f...
Part #: 22004 1× [No Color/Any Color]
🧱 Sticker Sheet 2 f...
Part #: 72952 1× [No Color/Any Color]
The set includes a good selection of white and blue bricks and plates, useful for general building and MOCs. The curved white bricks are particularly valuable for creating smooth, rounded shapes.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 (10x) $1.50
Blue Plate 4 x 10 (6x) $0.90
Light Gray Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] (6x) $1.80
White Brick 1 x 16 (4x) $1.20
Red Equipment Weapon, Loudhailer / Speaker / Blaster / Space Gun (4x) $2.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$7.40

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Create a larger, more detailed ferry with interior sections.
🏙 Design a coastal cityscape to accompany the ferry.
🚗 Build various vehicles to transport on the ferry, like trucks or cars.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

56
Unique Parts
197
Piece Count
192
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
1
Minifigures
9
Spare Parts

The piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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