Celebrate the Newest Store!
Bring home a piece of LEGO History

Join the CARDIFF Grand Opening celebration with this exclusive 158-piece LEGO Brand Store set, complete with 3 minifigures! A perfect memento for LEGO fans.

🏛 LEGO Brand Store
Set #5009518

Cardiff Grand Opening

CARDIFF Grand Opening is a delightful micro-scale LEGO store model.

🏆 Best For: LEGO fans and collectors of LEGO Brand Store models ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 158 pcs 🎂 Ages 10+
★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the CARDIFF Grand Opening set for its charming design and commemorative value, though some find the piece count to be small for the price. The minifigure selection is considered a plus, especially the inclusive figure with a prosthetic leg.

📝 Our Take

CARDIFF Grand Opening is a delightful micro-scale LEGO store model. It perfectly captures the essence of a grand opening celebration, complete with minifigures and architectural details that reflect the spirit of LEGO retail.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and collectors of LEGO Brand Store models. It offers a fun and engaging building experience, resulting in a charming display piece that commemorates a special event.

Skip this if you are looking for large, complex builds or extensive play features. Consider modular buildings like the Bookshop 10270-1 for a more intricate and expansive LEGO experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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158
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
10+
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Simple but effective techniques for creating a miniature LEGO store facade
  • Incorporation of various yellow elements to capture the LEGO brand's iconic color
  • Use of small tiles to create smooth surfaces and architectural details
  • Minifigure placement to simulate a grand opening event

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B
Investment Grade
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The CARDIFF Grand Opening set holds moderate investment potential due to its exclusivity as a promotional item and its appeal to collectors of LEGO Brand Store models. Its limited availability and association with a specific event may drive up its value on the secondary market over time. However, its relatively small piece count and lack of widespread recognition may limit its overall appreciation. Compared to larger, more iconic sets, its investment growth may be gradual. Keeping the set sealed and in mint condition is crucial for maximizing its potential return. While not a guaranteed high-return investment, it presents a reasonable opportunity for modest appreciation.

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Compare Similar Sets

This set is comparable to other LEGO Brand Store promotional sets, such as the LEGO Store 40305-1. While this set is smaller, it offers a unique commemorative aspect related to the CARDIFF grand opening. Collectors might choose this set for its specific regional association and potential rarity compared to more widely available store models.

3 Minifigures Included

The set includes three minifigures: a kid, a person with a prosthetic leg, and a store employee. The inclusion of a minifigure with a prosthetic leg adds a touch of inclusivity, while the store employee provides context to the LEGO store setting.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 56 unique parts • 142 total pieces

Slope Curved 4 x 1 Inverted Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 13547 Black
Tile 2 x 2 Corner Tile 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 14719 Yellow
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 Yellow
Brick Special 1 x 4 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 15533 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 2 Half Circle Tile Round 1 x 2 ...
Part #: 1748 Black
Tile 4 x 4 with LEGO Logo print Tile 4 x 4 with L...
Part #: 1751pr9999 Yellow
Plate Round Corners 2 x 6 Double Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 18980 Red
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Hollow Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 1927 Red
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Hollow Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 1927 Yellow
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Scroll with Open Stud Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 20310 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Red
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 22885 Yellow
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 Black
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 with Solid Stud Brick 1 x 1 x 5 w...
Part #: 2453b White
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Hollow Studs Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454b White
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Yellow
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Blue
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Green
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Red
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Yellow
Brick Special 1 x 4 with Groove Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2653 Black
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Right Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29119 Yellow
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Left Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29120 Red
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Left Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29120 Yellow
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Black
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Black
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Yellow
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 10× Yellow
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Black
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Red
Equipment Flotation Ring [Life Preserver] Equipment Flotati...
Part #: 30340 Black
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Yellow
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Yellow
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Yellow
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Red
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Yellow
Support Round 1 x 1 x 6 Solid Pillar Support Round 1 x...
Part #: 43888 White
Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [First Wave Right] Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...
Part #: 4495b Red
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 White
Plate 1 x 12 Plate 1 x 12
Part #: 60479 Black
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 60592 Black
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Flat Front Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...
Part #: 60593 Black
Door Frame 1 x 4 x 6 Type 2 Door Frame 1 x 4 ...
Part #: 60596 White
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Glass for Window ...
Part #: 60601 Trans-Clear
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 3 Flat Front Glass for Window ...
Part #: 60602 Trans-Clear
Door 1 x 4 x 6 Smooth with Chamfered Handle Plinth Door 1 x 4 x 6 Sm...
Part #: 60616b Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 White
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 Red
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Yellow
Plate 3 x 3 Corner Plate 3 x 3 Corner
Part #: 77844 Black
Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3 with Open Stud Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...
Part #: 86996 Black
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Yellow
Tile 2 x 4 with 'Heart LEGO STORE 2025' print Tile 2 x 4 with '...
Part #: 87079pr9853 Yellow
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Red
The set features a high concentration of yellow elements, reflecting the LEGO brand's signature color. The inclusion of various tiles and plates allows for detailed architectural designs in a micro-scale format, making it useful for MOC builders interested in creating miniature buildings.

💎 Notable Parts

Yellow Plate 1 x 2 (10x) $0.50
Yellow Tile 2 x 2 Corner (6x) $0.90
Dark Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 1 with Scroll with Open Stud (4x) $1.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.00

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the LEGO store into a larger city layout.
🏛 Recreate other famous buildings in a similar micro-scale style.
🏙 Design a modular display stand for multiple promotional sets.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

56
Unique Parts
142
Total Pieces
3
Minifigures
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