How much is LEGO Desert Expedition (2879-1) worth?

Desert Expedition sells for an average of $133.51 used and $140.00 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness. Missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 2879-1?

This set includes 5 minifigures: Harry Cane ($4.07), Slyboots / Sam Sinister ($3.17), Lord Sam Sinister / Baron von Barron - Tan Shirt, Light Gray Legs, White Pith Helmet, White Epaulettes ($5.24), Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet, Brown Backpack ($4.32), plus 1 more. The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $19.68. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Desert Expedition?

The minifigures make up about 15% of the set value ($19.68 out of $133.51). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Desert Expedition (2879-1) retired?

Yes, Desert Expedition was released in 1998 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Desert Expedition set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 5 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

Desert Expedition

2879-1·Adventurers·1998·5 minifigs·91 parts

Used Avg

$133.51

New Avg

$140.00

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About Desert Expedition

Desert Expedition (2879-1) is a LEGO Adventurers set released in 1998, currently averaging $133.51 used on BrickLink. It comes with 5 minifigures worth a combined $19.68. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 91 pieces.

Parts (91)

Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane

×4

Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove

×2

Wedge, Plate 4 x 9 without Stud Notches

×4

Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle

Plate 2 x 12

Plant, Tree Palm Trunk - Long Indented Connector

×5

Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip

×3

Plant, Tree Palm Base

Bar 1.2L with Top Stud and 4 Bar Arms Up (Palm Tree Top)

Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4

×2

Sticker Sheet for Set 2879 - (71634/4114141)

Propeller 2 Blade 9 Diameter

Brick 2 x 4

Brick 2 x 2

Brick 1 x 2

×2

Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Pistol Revolver - Large Barrel and Solid Handle

×3

Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Rifle

×4

Vehicle, Grille 1 x 2 x 2 Round Top with Lights

Minifigure, Utensil Camera Movie Style

Vehicle, Base 6 x 5 x 2 with 2 Seats

Container, Crate 3 x 4 x 1 2/3 with Handholds

×2

Minifigure, Utensil Magnifying Glass Thin Frame and Hollow Handle with Trans-Clear Lens

Minifigure, Utensil Sextant / Quadrant

Wheel Spoked 2 x 2 with Pin Hole

×2

Wheel Spoked 2 x 2 with Pin Hole

×4

Plate, Modified 2 x 4 with Pins and Thin Angled Supports

×3

Windscreen 1 x 4 x 1 1/3 with Bottom Hinge with Wipers Pattern

Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town

×2

Container, Coffin Base

Container, Coffin Lid with Embossed Mummy (Sarcophagus) with Black, Blue, Gold, and Red Pattern

Scorpion

×2

Minifigure, Visor Goggles

Plate 2 x 4

Plate 2 x 3

×3

Plate 2 x 3

×2

Plate 2 x 2

×2

Plate 2 x 2

×2

Plate 1 x 2

×2

Plate 1 x 2

×7

Plate 4 x 6

Plate 2 x 8

Slope 45 2 x 1

×4

Brick, Round 1 x 1

Tile 2 x 2

×2

Tile 2 x 2 with Map Orange and Hieroglyphs, 80 Pattern

Tile 2 x 2 with Map Orange and Hieroglyphs, 40 Pattern

Tile 1 x 2

Tile 1 x 2 with Dynamite Pattern

Tile 1 x 2 with Minifigure and Pyramids Pattern

Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole

Tire 24mm D. x 8mm Offset Tread - Interior Ridges

×6

Tail with Rounded Top

Plate 1 x 3

Arch 1 x 4

Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole

Plate 1 x 4

Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole

×2

Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)

×2

Plate 2 x 6

×2

Plate 2 x 6

Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel

Plate 2 x 10

Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End

×2

Minifigure, Utensil Pickaxe

×3

Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base

×2

Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate

×2

Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole

Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight

×5

Plate, Round 1 x 1

×9

Plate, Round 1 x 1

×4

Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring

×2

Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)

×2

Tile, Round 2 x 2

×2

Hinge Plate 1 x 4

×2

Minifigure, Utensil Frying Pan

Antenna Small Base with Light Gray Lever (4592 / 4593)

×3

Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End

×5

Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Horizontal Arm 6mm)

Hinge Tile 1 x 4

Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double

Wedge 4 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs

Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout

Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)

×2

Wedge 4 x 4 Triple without Stud Notches

Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)

Plant, Tree Palm Leaf Small 8 x 3

×4

Arm Skeleton

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Minifigures in Desert Expedition (5)

Parts (91)

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Is LEGO Desert Expedition (2879-1) retired?

How do I check if my Desert Expedition set is complete?

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