Wile E. Coyote
collo08 · Collectible Minifigures
Looney Tunes Series 1 · 2021 (part of the Looney Tunes CMF wave released in May)
Figure ID
collo08
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2021 (part of the Looney Tunes CMF wave released in May)
Rarity
Uncommon (retired blind-bag series)
Head
Specially molded dual-injected head for Wile E. Coyote; features reddish-brown fur, tan muzzle/cheeks, yellow eyes with angry brow printing, and long ears with light gray inner-ear printing.
Torso
Reddish-brown torso with tan chest patch printing and subtle black tuft lines; reddish-brown arms and hands.
Legs
Reddish-brown legs with printed tan toes on the feet; includes a reddish-brown tail piece attached between the torso and legs.
Accessories
Originally included a brick-built anvil (2x2 sloped bricks) which is missing in the image. This figure also came with a Series 1 Looney Tunes display stand.
Color Scheme
Primary color is Reddish-Brown with Tan (Muzzle/Chest/Toes) and Black accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the chest and feet. The head uses a combination of mold-color and precision printing for the eyes and ears.
Variants
This is the only LEGO version of Wile E. Coyote produced to date.
Condition Notes
Points of concern include the painted nose (susceptible to rubbing) and the tip of the ears which can suffer from paint chipping. The tail piece may cause slight stability issues on loose surface plates.
Estimated Value
$5 - $8 USD (Used/Complete); $10 - $12 USD (New/Sealed Bag). The figure in the image is missing its anvil, lowering value slightly.
Price (New)
$4.99 USD (original retail blind-bag price)
Compatible Sets
71030 Looney Tunes Collectible Minifigures Series
Character Background
The iconic antagonist of the Road Runner from Chuck Jones’ Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies. Known as a 'Super Genius' who constantly fails to catch his prey despite complex ACME inventions.
Design Notes
Notable for the unique head mold that abandons traditional minifigure proportions to maintain the aesthetic of the cartoon character. The use of a separate tail piece is a common solution for anthropomorphic LEGO animals.
Similar Minifigures
The Road Runner (collo07), Bugs Bunny (collo01), and Marvin the Martian (collo11) from the same CMF series.
Collectibility
Highly collectible as part of a licensed 12-character set. Demand is stable due to the cross-generational appeal of Looney Tunes.
History
Released as part of LEGO's first collaboration with Warner Bros. for a dedicated Looney Tunes CMF line, marking a shift toward more specialized character molds.
Interesting Facts
Despite his 'Super Genius' branding, this is one of the few figures in the series that doesn't include an 'ACME' labeled accessory, though the anvil is a classic nod to the gear he orders.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for display in a desert-themed MOC or paired directly with the Road Runner minifigure for a chase scene.
Modification Potential
The head can be used for custom coyote or wolf MOCs, but the specialized nature of the mold makes it difficult to repurpose for realistic animals.
Overall Assessment
An excellent 9/10 representation of the character that captures his frustrated expression perfectly. A must-have for fans of classic animation.