Police - City, Black Suit with Badge, Sunglasses
cop001 · City
Police · 2005 - It debuted in the iconic 7237 Police Station, marking the transition from the 'World City' era to the modern 'City' branding.
Figure ID
cop001
Theme
City
Year Released
2005 - It debuted in the iconic 7237 Police Station, marking the transition from the 'World City' era to the modern 'City' branding.
Rarity
Uncommon - While mass-produced in 2005-2006, this specific torso print with the gold badge and black tie was limited to a few specific sets during the early City wave.
Head
Yellow head with black sunglasses, a slight smile, and no dual-printing. It features 'blocked open' stud on top.
Torso
Black torso with a police jacket print: silver buttons, a gold badge, two pockets, and a blue shirt with a black tie. Arms are black and hands are yellow.
Legs
Plain black legs without printing; standard hip piece in black.
Accessories
Standard black police officer hat (peaked cap). Often paired with handcuffs or a megaphone in original sets.
Color Scheme
Primary black with yellow skin tones, accented with blue (shirt), gold (badge), and silver (buttons).
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the front of the torso and face. There is no back printing on the torso or legs, which was standard for the era.
Variants
Variants include a similar version with a white shirt/gold tie (cop039) and various modern updates with high-reflectivity vests and tactical gear.
Condition Notes
Watch for fading on the gold badge print and 'chin wear' where the hat rubs against the face printing. The black plastic shows scratches and dust easily.
Estimated Value
Used: $2.00 - $4.00 USD. New/Mint: $6.00 - $10.00 USD. Values are higher if the gold badge print remains fully reflective.
Price (New)
Initially available in set 7237 ($50.00 retail) and the 7235 Police Motorcycle ($3.50 retail).
Compatible Sets
7237 Police Station, 7235 Police Motorcycle, 7245 Dual Wheeler, 7701 Police Headquarters (Value Pack).
Character Background
A generic police officer representing the law enforcement of LEGO City. These figures transitioned the theme from the slightly more 'juniorized' late 90s style back to classic realism.
Design Notes
This represents the 'classic modern' era of City. It uses the timeless sunglasses head mold that has been a staple of 'cool' LEGO characters since the late 90s.
Similar Minifigures
cop039 (Police City), cop014 (Police World City), and various generic Agents from the Ultra Agents theme.
Collectibility
Moderate popularity. It is a nostalgic figure for people who grew up with the 2005 City relaunch, though it is not a high-value 'grail' figure.
History
Follows the 2003-2004 World City era. This specific design was the face of the 2005 Police lineup before being replaced by more detailed vests in 2008.
Interesting Facts
The sunglasses head is officially numbered 3626bpb0042 in many databases and has appeared in over 100 different sets across nearly every theme.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a classic 2000s City street scene or a shadow box featuring the evolution of LEGO Police uniforms through the decades.
Modification Potential
Excellent 'generic' parts. The black suit torso is perfect for MOCs of bodyguards, chauffeurs, or formal security personnel.
Overall Assessment
A solid, nostalgic piece of LEGO history. While simple by modern standards, it captures the clean aesthetics of the mid-2000s City reboot.