With 200 pieces, the LEGO Ice-Cream Truck (60253) is a neat little set. It launched in 2020 under the City banner at $19.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.100 per piece, which holds up well against other City sets.
For the price point, the Ice-Cream Truck delivers a clean City build that's easy to recommend.
Key Features
200 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
2 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.100 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Great Vehicles collection — Sought-after corner of the City lineup
From 2020 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2020 addition to City, part of the Great Vehicles subcollection, the Ice-Cream Truck slots into the more affordable side of City. City is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $19.99 this set is priced accordingly. The $0.100 per piece is in line with City averages.
Collectors following City specifically should note the Great Vehicles subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
125% above retail. Now trading at $45.00, up 125% from $19.99 RRP — a 45% annualized return over 2.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.6x — Parts are worth $32.25 vs $19.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 1.5x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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