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Mail Van

Mail Van

7820-1·Trains·1980·2 minifigs·50 parts

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$90.58
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$174.99
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About Mail Van

Mail Van (7820-1) is a LEGO Trains set released in 1980, currently averaging $90.58 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $3.83. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 50 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 4% of this set's value ($3.83 out of $90.58). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $174.99 vs $90.58 used — a 93% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1980). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Mail Van (2)

Shirt with 6 Buttons - Blue, Blue Legs, Red Construction Helmet
Shirt with 6 Buttons - Blue, Blue Legs, Red Construction Helmet
but011$1.82
Plain White Torso with White Arms, Black Legs, Blue Hat
Plain White Torso with White Arms, Black Legs, Blue Hat
pln018$2.01

Parts (50)

Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Blue×8
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Black×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Yellow×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Red×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Black×20
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
Red×14
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Red×5
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Black×4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Red×7
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Yellow×3
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Black×4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Yellow×4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Red×6
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Light Gray×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Red×5
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Light Gray×2
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Black
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
White×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Red×4
Slope 33 3 x 4
Slope 33 3 x 4
Light Gray×12
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2
Light Gray×4
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Red×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 x 2 with Shutter Holder
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 x 2 with Shutter Holder
Red×4
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Red×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Black×4
Door 1 x 4 x 6
Door 1 x 4 x 6
Red×4
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Black×8
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Red×5
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Black×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Red
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Black×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Black×4
Train Buffer Beam
Train Buffer Beam
Black×2
Train Coupling with Pin
Train Coupling with Pin
Black×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Light Gray×4
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Black×4
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train - Hollow Studs
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train - Hollow Studs
Red×2
Glass for Train Window 1 x 4 x 3
Glass for Train Window 1 x 4 x 3
Trans-Clear×2
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Train
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Train
Red×4
Glass for Train Window 1 x 2 x 3
Glass for Train Window 1 x 2 x 3
Trans-Clear×4
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Yellow×2
Train Bogie Plate (Tile, Modified 6 x 4 with 7mm Pin)
Train Bogie Plate (Tile, Modified 6 x 4 with 7mm Pin)
Black×2
Train Base 6 x 28 with 11 Round Holes Each End
Train Base 6 x 28 with 11 Round Holes Each End
Black
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
Red×4
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Black Wheels, Train Spoked Small (23mm D.) and Black Pins (4180 / wheel3 / 2344)
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Black Wheels, Train Spoked Small (23mm D.) and Black Pins (4180 / wheel3 / 2344)
Black×4
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Left, Thin Support at Bottom
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Left, Thin Support at Bottom
Red×2
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Right, Thin Support at Bottom
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Right, Thin Support at Bottom
Red×2
Glass for Train Door with Lip on Top and Bottom
Glass for Train Door with Lip on Top and Bottom
Trans-Clear×4
Magnet Cylindrical
Magnet Cylindrical
Black×2
Sticker Sheet for Set 7820 - First Version - (191985)
Sticker Sheet for Set 7820 - First Version - (191985)
(Not Applicable)

Common questions about Mail Van

How much is LEGO Mail Van (7820-1) worth?

Mail Van sells for an average of $90.58 used and $174.99 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 7820-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Shirt with 6 Buttons - Blue, Blue Legs, Red Construction Helmet ($1.82), Plain White Torso with White Arms, Black Legs, Blue Hat ($2.01). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $3.83. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Mail Van?

The minifigures make up about 4% of the set value ($3.83 out of $90.58). 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 Mail Van (7820-1) retired?

Yes, Mail Van was released in 1980 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.

How do I check if my Mail Van set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 2 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.

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