Tony Stark (Dark Blue Jacket and Black Trousers)
sh018 · Marvel Super Heroes
The Avengers · 2012; first appeared in the blockbuster movie wave for 'The Avengers', marking the infancy of the LEGO Marvel line.
Figure ID
sh018
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2012; first appeared in the blockbuster movie wave for 'The Avengers', marking the infancy of the LEGO Marvel line.
Rarity
Uncommon; exclusive to the expensive Quinjet Aerial Battle set. While not physically rare, it is highly sought after by Iron Man collectors.
Head
Light flesh tone with a smirk and groomed goatee. Features cheekbone lines and black eyebrows. Identical to the head used for many early Iron Man sets.
Torso
Dark blue jacket worn over a dark grey t-shirt with a yellow/gold collar peeking through. Back printing included for jacket seams. Blue arms and light flesh hands.
Legs
Dark blue hips and legs with line printing identifying pockets and a black belt with a silver buckle. These are standard printed legs for this era.
Accessories
Includes a Flat Silver or Pearl Dark Grey open-end wrench. While wrench accessories are common in City sets, it represents Stark's mechanical expertise here.
Color Scheme
Primarily Blue and Dark Blue, accented with Dark Grey and Light Flesh. A grounded, civilian color palette in contrast to the scarlet and gold armor.
Printing Details
Pad printing on head, torso (front and back), and legs (front). The alignment is standard for 2012, featuring crisp lines on the belt and jacket buttons.
Variants
This is the 'Civilian' version of Tony. Other 2012 variants include the Mark 6 (sh015) and Mark 7 (sh036) armors. Later versions added hairpieces like the swoosh hair.
Condition Notes
Check for 'arm cracks' (vertical splits in the torso) and 'loose hips'. The silver printing on the belt buckle is prone to rubbing off with play.
Estimated Value
Used: $15 - $25; New/Mint: $35+. Value fluctuates based on the popularity of MCU legacy collectors.
Price (New)
Retail set price: $69.99 (Set 6869). Minimum cost per figure in that set was high due to the ship's piece count.
Compatible Sets
Set 6869: Quinjet Aerial Battle (2012). This was the only set to feature this specific torso and leg combination.
Character Background
Tony Stark, the billionaire genius behind Iron Man. This figure represents him in his workshop or casual attire during the events of the first Avengers film.
Design Notes
Utilizes a generic 'handsome/cool' hairpiece (part 92081) that was brand new at the time and perfectly suited Robert Downey Jr.'s look.
Similar Minifigures
Tony Stark (sh213), Tony Stark (sh565), and various Iron Man suit iterations (Mark 42, 43, 85).
Collectibility
High. As one of the first civilian Stark figures, it is a cornerstone of a complete Marvel Cinematic Universe collection.
History
Launched at the start of the 'Super Heroes' branding era after LEGO moved away from the more generic 'Spider-Man' or 'Batman' standalone licenses.
Interesting Facts
The wrench accessory is an intentional nod to the 'Stark's Garage' scenes; this torso was briefly very popular for MOC creators making 10th Doctor (Doctor Who) customs.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed next to a Hall of Armor or inside a Quinjet. Use a 2x4 white brick stand to elevate him above armors.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The head and torso are versatile for any civilian MOC or custom characters requiring a modern casual jacket.
Overall Assessment
A classic early-Marvel era figure. While simple by modern printing standards, its nostalgia and exclusive torso make it a solid B+ tier collector item.