Chevrolet Racing Driver - Speed Champions
sc023 · Speed Champions
Chevrolet · 2016 - Debuted in set 75870 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Figure ID
sc023
Theme
Speed Champions
Year Released
2016 - Debuted in set 75870 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Rarity
Uncommon. This figure is exclusive to a single set that is now retired, making it less common than city drivers but more accessible than convention exclusives.
Head
Standard yellow head with a lopsided grin, white teeth, and small eyes. It features a bright blue racing helmet with a trans-clear visor.
Torso
White torso with a racing suit design including blue panels on the sides, a black center zipper line, and the official gold Chevrolet 'bowtie' logo on the left chest. Back printing continues the blue panel detailing.
Legs
Plain white legs with white hips, representing the lower half of a professional racing fire suit.
Accessories
Includes a blue racing helmet with a clear visor. In the original set, the figure usually comes with a silver wrench tool.
Color Scheme
Blue, white, and yellow. Features the specific 'Chevrolet Racing' blue to match the brand identity.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and back. The Chevrolet logo is tiny but crisp. No printing on the arms or legs.
Variants
None known for this specific torso; however, other Chevrolet drivers exist in different sets (e.g., set 75875) wearing different suit designs.
Condition Notes
Prone to scratches on the trans-clear visor and potential torso cracks under the arms. White plastic can yellow over time if exposed to UV light.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD for used condition; $9.00 - $12.00 USD for new/pristine condition.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 75870, which retailed for $14.99 USD in 2016.
Compatible Sets
75870: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (2016).
Character Background
An unnamed professional driver representation designed to pilot the C7-generation Corvette Z06 in the LEGO Speed Champions racing line.
Design Notes
Uses a licensed brand logo (Chevrolet), which was a major selling point for the Speed Champions line's realism. The torso design is streamlined to look like modern Nomex racing gear.
Similar Minifigures
sc004 (McLaren Driver), sc014 (Ford Driver), and sc037 (Mercedes AMG Driver).
Collectibility
Moderate. Desired by completionist Speed Champions collectors and Chevrolet enthusiasts, though 'generic' drivers typically hold less value than named characters.
History
Part of the second wave of Speed Champions, which expanded from Ferrari/McLaren/Porsche to include American muscle cars like Chevy and Ford.
Interesting Facts
The gold bowtie logo on the chest is one of the smallest licensed logos ever printed on a minifigure at that time.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside the 75870 Corvette Z06 or on a dedicated Speed Champions tiered stand with other licensed drivers.
Modification Potential
The plain white legs are easily swappable for printed racing legs from newer sets to 'upgrade' the level of detail.
Overall Assessment
A solid, clean representation of a modern racing professional. While not a high-value 'grail,' it is an essential piece of early Speed Champions history.