LEGO Town 1255 Shell Car Wash

Specifications
| Set number | 1255 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1999 |
| Piece count | 137 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Town |
| Subtheme | Town Jr. |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 1255 Shell Car Wash, released in 1999 as part of the Town line, has 137 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 68 different lots, across 14 colors.
Inventory of set 1255
The inventory of set 1255 lists 137 pieces, spare parts excluded: 68 different lots (one shape in one color) for 61 part shapes. The box also contains 2 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 1255
Main color: white, making up 24% of the parts, followed by yellow (20%) and black (18%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 33 | 24% | |
| Yellow | 27 | 20% | |
| Black | 24 | 18% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 15 | 11% | |
| Light Gray | 13 | 9.5% | |
| Blue | 6 | 4.4% | |
| Dark Gray | 5 | 3.6% | |
| Red | 3 | 2.2% | |
| Trans-Red | 3 | 2.2% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 2 | 1.5% | |
| Other colors (4) | 5 | 3.6% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bricks | 35 | 26% | |
| Transportation - Land | 19 | 14% | |
| Windows and Doors | 11 | 8% | |
| Bricks Special | 11 | 8% | |
| Plates | 11 | 8% | |
| Tiles | 9 | 6.6% |
Most common parts in set 1255
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Street Sweeper Brush 2498 | Trans-Light Blue | 9 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Yellow | 6 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | White | 5 |
| Window 1 x 4 x 5 with Hollow Studs 2493b | Black | 4 |
| Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 5 2494 | Trans-Light Blue | 4 |
| Wheel 8 x 9 with Round Hole for Wheel Holder Pin 30027a | White | 4 |
| Tyre 14 x 9 Smooth Small Wide Slick 30028 | Black | 4 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Yellow | 4 |
| Tile 1 x 8 with Groove 4162 | Light Gray | 4 |
| Street Sweeper Brush Holder 2475 | Black | 3 |
50 of the 61 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 1255
One part shape in set 1255 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 1255-1 22647 |
Rebuilding set 1255 from another set
Share of the parts of set 1255 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6472 Gas N' Wash Express | 31% | 474 | 2001 |
No similarly sized set goes above 31%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 1255 within its line
With 137 pieces, set 1255 ranks #88 out of 181 Town sets in our database, which have an average of 182 parts. Among the 186 sets released in 1999, it ranks #68.
Included minifigures
Man, White Shirt with Shell Logo, Red CapQuantity : 1
Woman, White Shirt with Pockets, Blue Legs, Brown HairQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 1255 Shell Car Wash have?
LEGO set 1255 Shell Car Wash has 137 pieces. It was released in 1999 as part of the Town theme.
What year was LEGO set 1255 released?
Set 1255 Shell Car Wash was released in 1999 and belongs to the Town theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 1255?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 1255 Shell Car Wash: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 1255?
The instructions for LEGO set 1255 Shell Car Wash can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 1255.
What is the main color of LEGO set 1255?
White, with 33 out of 137 pieces, or 24%. Next come yellow (20%) and black (18%).
How many different parts does set 1255 contain?
Set 1255 has 68 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 61 part shapes. Most common part: Street Sweeper Brush in trans-light blue, with 9 copies.
Does LEGO set 1255 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 1255-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 1255?
Set 6472 Gas N' Wash Express, released in 2001: it supplies 31%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
6432 Speedway Transport1999 · 139 pieces
6454 Countdown Corner1999 · 134 pieces
2774 Airshow (Red Tiger)1999 · 145 pieces
6459 Fuel Truck1999 · 120 pieces
1256 Shell Petrol Pump1999 · 157 pieces
1254 Shell Select Shop1999 · 165 pieces
1252 Shell Tanker1999 · 107 pieces
1253 Shell Car Transporter1999 · 102 pieces
Sets from the same year
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3D1029 Milk Delivery Truck - Tine1999 · 91 pieces
6433 Coastwatch1999 · 90 pieces
6467 Power Pitstop1999 · 71 pieces
6465 Space Port Jet1999 · 66 pieces
6453 Com-Link Cruiser1999 · 61 pieces
6434 Roadside Repair1999 · 220 pieces
6468 Tow-n-Go Value Pack1999 · 52 pieces
