Banana Guy
col259 · Collectible Minifigures (CMF)
Series 16 · 2016
Figure ID
col259
Theme
Collectible Minifigures (CMF)
Year Released
2016
Rarity
Uncommon. While widely produced, CMF figures are only available for a limited time (usually 3-4 months) before the next series replaces them. He was a popular 'chase' figure in his series due to the humor element.
Head
Standard yellow head with a smirk and sunglasses. The sunglasses have a slight metallic shine in the printing. The head itself is covered by the large banana suit mold.
Torso
Green and yellow short-sleeved shirt pattern. The torso is mostly hidden behind the banana suit, but features a simple sport-like shirt design with green on the sides and yellow arms to represent skin.
Legs
Medium Blue plain legs. These represent standard jeans or trousers for the character underneath the costume.
Accessories
The primary accessory is the large yellow Banana Suit (Part 25367). In the original blind bag, he also came with a black 3x4 stud display stand.
Color Scheme
Bright Yellow, Green, and Medium Blue. The color scheme is vibrant and high-contrast, designed to make the fruit costume pop against the more mundane 'civilian' clothes.
Printing Details
Pad printing on the head and torso. The most notable print is the 'BANANA!' sticker-style logo on the chest of the banana suit, which mimics grocery store fruit labels.
Variants
There are no production variants of this specific figure (col259). However, a 'Banana Guy' keychain exists, and similar fruit-themed figures like the Watermelon Dude and Corn Cob Guy followed in later series.
Condition Notes
The most common issue is scratching on the banana suit's large surface area or paint wear on the black tip of the banana. The 'BANANA!' logo print can also fade or rub off with heavy play.
Estimated Value
New (in sealed bag): $15 - $20 USD; Used (Complete): $10 - $14 USD; Character only: $8 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the popularity of food-themed minifigures.
Price (New)
Original MSRP was $3.99 USD per blind bag in 2016.
Compatible Sets
Specifically from 71013 LEGO Minifigures - Series 16. Also found as a promotional item (5005250 Party Banana Juice Bar) in a different outfit/variant.
Character Background
Part of the LEGO CMF original characters, the Banana Guy is a man in a costume performing as a mascot or party entertainer. This 'costume suit' archetype is a staple of the CMF line.
Design Notes
The Banana Suit was a brand-new mold for 2016. It was designed to fit over the head and torso, with a specialized cutout for the face. This mold has since been reused for other characters like the Gorilla Suit Guy's banana.
Similar Minifigures
Hot Dog Man (Series 13), Corn Cob Guy (Series 17), Watermelon Dude (The LEGO Movie 2 Series), and Pea Pod Girl (Series 20).
Collectibility
High. Food-suit minifigures are among the most sought-after categories for CMF collectors because they look great in city layouts and dioramas.
History
Series 16 marked a point where LEGO leaned heavily into 'costume' characters, which became a recurring sub-trend within the series to appeal to humor-focused collectors.
Interesting Facts
The blue label on the banana’s chest is a parody of 'Chiquita' banana stickers. The figure is one of the most recognizable icons from mid-2010s LEGO collecting.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a tiered CMF case or as part of a boardwalk/beach scene in a LEGO City. He pairs well with other 'food suit' characters.
Modification Potential
The Banana Suit can be placed on almost any standard minifigure head/torso, allowing for 'Banana Stormtroopers' or 'Banana Batman' humor builds.
Overall Assessment
9/10. An iconic, humorous, and highly recognizable figure. It is a quintessential example of what makes the Collectible Minifigure line successful: unique molds and whimsical character concepts.