Batgirl - Dark Blueish Gray Suit with Yellow and Purple Accents (Classic 1966 Style or Variant)
sh312 · Super Heroes
DC Comics Super Heroes / The LEGO Batman Movie · 2017
Figure ID
sh312
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2017
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Light flesh tone with dual-sided face print featuring a confident smile on one side and a determined expression on the other, complete with brown eyebrows and detailed eye makeup.
Torso
Dark purple torso with front printing showing a yellow bat symbol inside a black and grey outline, detailed utility belt accents, and back printing of matching armor lines and cape attachment outline. Features yellow arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Dark purple legs with yellow boot printing extending onto the lower legs and feet, featuring black accent lines.
Accessories
Yellow fabric cape with a scalloped bottom edge and two neck holes for attachment under the cowl.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are dark purple and bright yellow, with black and light flesh secondary tones creating a vibrant, classic comic-book inspired aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso, face, and legs with sharp lines, vibrant yellow ink over dark purple plastic, and precise alignment.
Variants
Appears in multiple iterations across the LEGO Batman Movie wave, varying by utility belt color, cowl shade, and facial expressions.
Condition Notes
Check for fraying on the fabric cape edges, fading or scratching on the yellow boot printing, and clutch power degradation on the torso and leg connections.
Estimated Value
Used complete market value ranges from $4.00 to $8.00 USD depending on the condition of the cape and printing.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $20.00 to $50.00 USD during its 2017 retail run.
Compatible Sets
70902 Catwoman Catcycle Chase (2017), 70906 The Joker Notorious Lowrider (2017)
Character Background
Barbara Gordon is the daughter of Commissioner Gordon who fights crime in Gotham City alongside Batman and Robin as Batgirl, originating from DC Comics and heavily featured in The LEGO Batman Movie.
Design Notes
Features a specialized purple Batman cowl piece molded specifically for female characters with shorter ear spacing, coupled with vibrant color contrast typical of the LEGO Batman Movie line.
Similar Minifigures
Batgirl (Exam suit, Vacation suit, Pink Fat Suit) from The LEGO Batman Movie Collectible Minifigures and standard DC Comics Batgirl variants.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility driven by fans of The LEGO Batman Movie and DC completionists, maintaining a stable secondary market value.
History
Introduced in 2017 alongside the theatrical release of The LEGO Batman Movie, representing a colorful departure from the darker, more realistic DC Super Heroes waves.
Interesting Facts
The purple and yellow color scheme is a direct homage to Batgirl's classic comic book appearance from the late 1960s television series and comic runs.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other characters from The LEGO Batman Movie on a neutral black or dark grey LEGO baseplate, protected from direct UV light to preserve the yellow cape.
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist custom superhero MOCs, custom Gotham City civilian creations, or mixing and matching parts with other Batman family minifigures.
Overall Assessment
An eye-catching, well-printed minifigure with great color contrast and nostalgic appeal, highly recommended for fans of DC Comics and The LEGO Batman Movie.