What age is the Car Wash recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6+.

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🏛 City

Set #60362

Car Wash

The Car Wash is a charming addition to any LEGO City layout.

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Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Beginner build Ideal for kids aged 6+ and LEGO City fans looking for a fun, accessible build.
Build: 243 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $32.99 list price · 13.6¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 74 ratings

Users appreciate the Car Wash for its playability and bright design, making it a hit with younger builders. However, some find the build too simple and the price a bit high for the piece count.

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📝 Our Take

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The Car Wash is a charming addition to any LEGO City layout. It captures the everyday scene of keeping your vehicles clean, adding a touch of realism and playability to your LEGO world.

This set is perfect for younger builders and City enthusiasts. The build is straightforward and engaging, offering a fun introduction to LEGO construction with a focus on role-playing scenarios.

Skip this if you are looking for a complex build or a large display piece. While enjoyable, its simplicity may not satisfy experienced builders seeking a more challenging project; consider modular buildings for advanced builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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243

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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11cm × 15cm × 11cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions perfect for younger builders.
Features a functional brush system for 'washing' vehicles.
Includes a fun waiting area for minifigures.
Bright color scheme adds visual appeal.

📈 Investment Analysis

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C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Car Wash, while a fun set, presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its appeal lies in the LEGO City theme's consistent popularity. However, the relatively low piece count and common elements may limit significant appreciation. Keeping it sealed and in mint condition will be crucial for any potential return. The rising price trend suggests some demand, but it's unlikely to become a highly sought-after set.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO City sets, the Car Wash offers a specific play feature focused on vehicle maintenance. While sets like the 'Service Station' (60257-1) offer broader vehicle-related activities, the Car Wash provides a dedicated and interactive element. It's a good choice for those wanting a focused and engaging play experience centered around car care.

2 Minifigures Included

Man, Blue Overalls, Blue Cap

4 parts

Woman, Bright Light Blue Outfit with Pineapples

4 parts

C+

The set includes two standard LEGO City minifigures: a man in blue overalls and a woman in a bright light blue outfit with pineapples. These figures are common in the City theme and don't add significant collectible value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 243
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 87 unique parts, 235 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official 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.

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10103037 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 2× White

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 14520 2× Green

Brick 1 x 1 x 3

Part #: 14716 2× White

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 2× Light Aqua

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr0004 1× Light Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...

Part #: 15207 2× Yellow

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 15535pr0001 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 18654 2× Red

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 18980 1× Bright Green

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 w...

Part #: 23969 2× Medium Azure

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 6× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 1× Flat Silver

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 1× Dark Azure

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 4× White

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 2454b 2× White

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 1× Bright Light Yellow

Street Sweeper Brush

Part #: 2498 5× Medium Azure

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 8 x...

Part #: 2629 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 26599 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Medium Azure

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Medium Azure

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Azure

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Medium Azure

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237b 1× White

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 4× Medium Azure

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Black

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 6× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 1× Yellow

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 2× Red

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 8× White

Plant, Plate 1 x ...

Part #: 32607 1× Green

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× Green

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 2× Yellow

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Medium Azure

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Lime

Technic Axle 10

Part #: 3737 1× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 3749 2× Tan

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Brush /...

Part #: 3836 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 39767 2× Red

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 3× White

Technic Cylinder ...

Part #: 41531 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 2× White

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 42924 2× Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44567b 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 44865 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Yellow

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 45590 2× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 4× Medium Azure

Vehicle Base 4 x ...

Part #: 52036 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 52501 2× Green

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Trans-Red

Tyre 24 x 12 R Ba...

Part #: 56890 4× Black

Windscreen 3 x 4 ...

Part #: 57783 2× Trans-Brown

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 57895 2× Trans-Light Blue

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Door Frame 1 x 4 ...

Part #: 60596 2× Black

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 6179 1× Black

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 6232 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Food Ice Cream Sc...

Part #: 6254 4× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× White

Propeller 3 Blade...

Part #: 65768 2× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 3× Medium Azure

Tile Round 3 x 3

Part #: 67095 2× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 73230 2× Black

Bar 2L with Stop ...

Part #: 78258 1× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Dark Blue

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 1× Yellow

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× Dark Blue

Technic Axle 4 wi...

Part #: 87083 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Dark Tan

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 8× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Dark Blue

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93606 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Trans-Green

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Trans-Red

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 4× Light Aqua

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Brown

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0186 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 6 x ...

Part #: 98281 1× Yellow

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 98282 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 2× Black

The set offers a decent selection of basic bricks and slopes in common colors. The Medium Azure elements add a splash of color, while the grille tiles are useful for detailing MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Slope Curved 4 x 2 No Studs (8x) $1.20

Medium Azure Street Sweeper Brush (5x) $1.50

Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (6x) $0.90

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.60

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the car wash into a larger service station with a repair shop.

🚗 Create alternate vehicle designs that can fit through the car wash.

🏙 Design a small town diorama incorporating the car wash.

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

243

Official Piece Count

235

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 8 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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