When was the Water Jet released?

Water Jet was released in 1996.

🏛 Classic Town

Set #6517

Water Jet

The Water Jet is a charming blast from LEGO Town's past.

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Who it's for: Beginner build Great for kids and nostalgic adult LEGO fans
Build: 29 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $2.99 list price · 10.3¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.5 community rating from 122 ratings

Fans appreciate the Water Jet for its nostalgic appeal and simple, fun design. Some consider the price a bit high for the piece count, but the classic LEGO Town aesthetic makes it a worthwhile addition to any collection.

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📝 Our Take

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The Water Jet is a charming blast from LEGO Town's past. This diminutive set perfectly encapsulates the fun and simple designs of classic LEGO, offering a quick build and a splash of nautical adventure.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts seeking a nostalgic trip. It's a fantastic entry point for young builders, a quick and satisfying project for experienced fans, and a great display piece for collectors of vintage LEGO Town.

Skip this if you demand complex builds or a high piece count. For more involved watercraft, consider larger LEGO City Coast Guard sets.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.25h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple, quick build
Classic LEGO Town aesthetic
Fun swooshable design
Great for imaginative play

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Water Jet, while small, benefits from its age and the enduring popularity of the LEGO Town theme. Its low piece count might deter some investors, but its increasing price trend and the nostalgic appeal of classic LEGO sets suggest reasonable appreciation potential. Keeping the set sealed will maximize returns.

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Compared to modern LEGO City watercraft, the Water Jet is simpler in design but retains a classic charm. While larger Coast Guard sets offer more complex builds and play features, this set provides a nostalgic and affordable entry point into the world of LEGO Town.

1 Minifigure Included

Racer, Red Jacket with 2 Stars, Blue Helmet with Stars and Visor, Yellow Life Vest, Sunglasses

6 parts

C+

The set includes a classic Town minifigure with a red jacket, blue helmet, and yellow life vest, typical of the era.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 29
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 16 unique parts, 23 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 6 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 #: 170875 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Part #: 2654 3× Light Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× White

Part #: 3062b 1× Green

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298pr0014 1× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 1× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× Blue

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Blue

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 1× Trans-Green

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 1× Trans-Red

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865a 2× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× White

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 6153apr0001 1× White

Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...

Part #: 6231 2× White

The set contains a selection of basic bricks and plates in white, red, and blue, along with some specialized printed elements that add to its charm.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Gray Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] (3x) $0.75

Blue Slope 33° 3 x 2 with Red Stars Print (1x) $1.50

White Wedge Sloped 6 x 4 Cutout, No Stud Notches with Red '3' Print (1x) $2.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.25

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Small Coast Guard rescue boat

🏙 Dockside accessories for a LEGO city harbor

🚗 Futuristic hovercraft or speeder

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Inventory Statistics

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Minifigures

The official piece count includes the 6 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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