Coast Guard to the rescue!
Be a hero with this 4x4 and Diving Boat

Join the LEGO City Coast Guard and race to the scene! With 128 pieces, you can build your own rescue adventure.

🏛 Coast Guard
Set #60012

Coast Guard 4 x 4

Coast Guard 4 x 4 is a fun little set for budding LEGO enthusiasts.

🏆 Best For: Younger LEGO fans, those new to LEGO building, and LEGO City enthusiasts ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 128 pcs 🎂 Ages 5+
★★★☆☆ 3.7 from 4 reviews

Fans appreciate the set's simple build and playability, making it a great starter set for young builders. Some reviewers find the design basic and the piece count low for the price, but overall it's considered a fun and accessible set.

📝 Our Take

Coast Guard 4 x 4 is a fun little set for budding LEGO enthusiasts. This set provides a great introduction to the world of LEGO Coast Guard, featuring a rugged vehicle and two minifigures ready for rescue missions.

This set is perfect for younger LEGO fans and those new to the building hobby. With its manageable piece count and straightforward instructions, it offers a satisfying building experience without being overwhelming. It’s also great for expanding a LEGO City layout.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex or highly detailed build. More advanced builders might find it too simple. Consider larger Coast Guard sets or vehicles from the LEGO City line for a more challenging experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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128
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
5-12
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Easy-to-follow instructions
  • Simple techniques perfect for beginners
  • Sturdy vehicle design for play
  • Fun accessories like the life preserver

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
C+
Investment Grade
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The Coast Guard 4 x 4 set, released in 2013, presents a modest investment opportunity. Its appeal lies in its accessibility and association with the popular LEGO City theme. While the piece count is relatively low, the set's retired status increases its collectibility. However, its investment potential is somewhat limited compared to larger, more exclusive sets. Appreciation will likely be gradual, driven by demand from collectors seeking to complete their LEGO City Coast Guard collections. The set's affordability makes it an accessible entry point for new LEGO investors.

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📖 About This Set

Save the day with the Coast Guard 4x4 and Diving Boat!

Save the day with the LEGO® City Coast Guard 4x4 and Diving Boat! Launch the boat, put on the diving gear and splash into the water. Use the megaphone to direct the diver as he makes the rescue. Then, radio back to shore with the walkie-talkie. Includes 2 minifigures: a driver and a rescue diver.

 

• Includes 2 minifigures: a driver and a rescue diver
• Features chunky wheels, diving gear, walkie-talkie, megaphone and a detachable trailer
• Diving Boat features an engine and a steering wheel
• Life jacket also included
• Unhitch the trailer and launch the Diving Boat!
• Put on the diving gear!
• Diving Boat really floats
• 4x4 and trailer measure over 2" (6cm) high, 8" (22cm) long and 1" (5cm) wide
• Diving Boat measures over 1" (4cm) high, 3" (9cm) long and 1" (5cm) wide

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO City vehicles in a similar price range, the Coast Guard 4 x 4 offers a specialized theme and two minifigures. While smaller than some sets, its focus on rescue operations provides unique play opportunities. Collectors might choose this set for its specific Coast Guard theme, while others may prefer larger vehicle sets for more building complexity.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two Coast Guard minifigures, one with a light bluish gray shirt and the other with an orange jumpsuit. These figures are common across several Coast Guard sets, making them less exclusive but still valuable for completing a LEGO City rescue team.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 59 unique parts • 107 total pieces

Minifig Footwear Flipper [Thick] Minifig Footwear ...
Part #: 10190 Orange
Sticker Sheet for Set 60012-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 13611 [No Color/Any Color]
Wedge Plate 4 x 9 with Stud Notches Wedge Plate 4 x 9...
Part #: 14181 White
Brick Special 2 x 4 - 1 x 4 with 2 Recessed Studs and Thin Side Arches Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 14520 Dark Bluish Gray
Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thin Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
Part #: 15207 White
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 White
Helmet, Standard Helmet, Standard
Part #: 2446 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Long Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2508 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 Light Bluish Gray
Boat / Rubber Raft / Dinghy 6 x 10 Boat / Rubber Raf...
Part #: 30086c01 Orange
Headwear Accessory Visor / Diver's Mask Headwear Accessor...
Part #: 30090 Trans-Light Blue
Minifig Neckwear Scuba Airtank, Bar Holder Minifig Neckwear ...
Part #: 30091b Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 White
Plate Special 2 x 4 with Pins Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 30157 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 White
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Trans-Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Trans-Orange
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 White
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b White
Minifig Head [Plain] [Hollow Stud] Minifig Head [Pla...
Part #: 3626c Black
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Blue
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 White
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Part #: 3821 White
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Part #: 3822 White
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Blue
Equipment Radio [Extended Handle, Compact Speaker Grille] Equipment Radio [...
Part #: 3962b Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b Light Bluish Gray
Wheel 11 x 8 with Center Groove Wheel 11 x 8 with...
Part #: 42610 Light Bluish Gray
Equipment Weapon, Loudhailer / Speaker / Blaster / Space Gun Equipment Weapon,...
Part #: 4349 Black
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On End, with Groove Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44301a Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 White
Slope Curved 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 45677 White
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47457 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a Trans-Light Blue
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 4871 Dark Bluish Gray
Vehicle Base 4 x 12 x 3/4 with 4 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside Vehicle Base 4 x ...
Part #: 52036 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 6 x 1 Double with 1 x 4 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 52501 Orange
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Red
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Clear
Tyre 24 x 12 R Balloon Tyre 24 x 12 R Ba...
Part #: 56890 Black
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 Large Glass Surface Windscreen 3 x 4 ...
Part #: 57783 Trans-Light Blue
Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin Wheel 11 x 12 wit...
Part #: 6014b Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Open O Clip, Hollow Stud] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 60475b White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Yellow
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 6157 Light Bluish Gray
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 Bar 1 x 4 x 2
Part #: 6187 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Towball Socket, Short, Flattened with Holes and Axle Hole in Center Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 63082 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 88072 White
Slope Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 2/3 No Studs, with Bottom Tubes Slope Brick Curve...
Part #: 88930 White
Tyre 17.5 x 6 with Shallow Staggered Treads and Middle Band Tyre 17.5 x 6 wit...
Part #: 92409 Black
Wheel Arch, Mudguard 4 x 2 1/2 x 1 Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 98282 Orange
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Dark Bluish Gray
The set features a good selection of light and dark bluish gray pieces, useful for building vehicles and structures. The inclusion of grille bricks and curved slopes adds detail and texture to MOCs.

💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille (5x) $0.25
Orange Wheel Arch, Mudguard 4 x 2 1/2 x 1 (4x) $0.60
Black Tyre 24 x 12 R Balloon (4x) $0.80
Light Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (3x) $0.30
Trans-Light Blue Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] (2x) $0.40
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.35

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Convert into a fire department support vehicle
🚗 Create a modified off-road exploration vehicle
🏙 Expand into a small coastal rescue outpost

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BricksNerd offers a positive review of the LEGO Coast Guard 4x4 & Diving Boat (60012), praising the truck's design and the boat's ability to float. They recommend it as a good entry point into the LEGO Coast Guard collection, noting it includes 128 pieces and two minifigures.

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BricksNerd offers a positive review of the LEGO Coast Guard 4x4 & Diving Boat (60012), praising the truck's design and the boat's ability to float. They recommend it as a good entry point into the LEGO Coast Guard collection, noting it includes 128 pieces and two minifigures.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Charts Inventory Statistics

59
Unique Parts
107
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1