# Message Intercept Base #6987 — resale value

**Message Intercept Base #6987** is worth about **$160** loose, based on real closed eBay sales. Sealed or new examples sell for around **$1,174.26**.

## Value by tier

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Loose | $160 |
| Complete (CIB) | $340 |
| Sealed (new) | $1174 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-07-31. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

Recent movement: Steady.

## Check the market

- [Sold listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DLEGO%2520Message%2520Intercept%2520Base%25206987%26LH_Sold%3D1%26LH_Complete%3D1%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-sold&p=md-sold) — the closed sales these medians are computed from
- [Live listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DLEGO%2520Message%2520Intercept%2520Base%25206987%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-live&p=md-live) — what sellers are asking right now

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| UPC / EAN | 5702010969876 |
| Brand | LEGO |
| Theme | LEGO Space |
| Set number | #6987 |
| Release date | January 1, 1988 |

## Message Intercept Base #6987 (LEGO Space) resale value

A loose Message Intercept Base #6987 set runs around $160, a complete copy (all pieces + box + instructions) about $340, and a factory-sealed box commands $1174.

### What drives the price

Retired sets, completeness (every piece + minifigs + instructions + box), and sealed condition drive LEGO value. Exclusive sets and discontinued themes appreciate the most; minifigs alone can carry significant value.

## FAQ

**What is the best deal for Message Intercept Base #6987?**

If you need the pieces immediately, the Loose condition is available for $160.

**How much does a brand new, sealed version cost?**

A sealed, new copy of Message Intercept Base #6987 is listed at $1139.

**Is the Complete (CIB) version worth buying?**

The Complete (CIB) version is priced at $295, offering a good balance between condition and cost.

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Full price guide: https://junkpal.ai/products/message-intercept-base-6987-lego-space-lego
How these values are computed: https://junkpal.ai/methodology
Cite as: "JunkPal price guide value as of 2026-07-31, based on real sold listings (junkpal.ai)"