Not a Minifigure (LEGO Skateboard Accessory)
Part 42511 (Board) / Part 2496 (Wheels) · Multiple Themes (City, Friends, Creator, Sports)
Urban Life / Xtreme Team / Town · First introduced in 2000 (context: Xtreme Team sets)
Figure ID
Part 42511 (Board) / Part 2496 (Wheels)
Theme
Multiple Themes (City, Friends, Creator, Sports)
Year Released
First introduced in 2000 (context: Xtreme Team sets)
Rarity
Common; this specific blue color has appeared in over 30 sets since its debut.
Head
None; this is an accessory part, not a character.
Torso
None; the item is a molded plastic skateboard base with two studs for minifigure attachment.
Legs
None; uses small plastic wheels (Part 2496) usually in black or light gray.
Accessories
The skateboard itself is an accessory for minifigures. It is compatible with any figure capable of standing on two studs.
Color Scheme
Blue board with Black wheels; a standard and widely produced color combination.
Printing Details
Unprinted; this is the base version of the component. Some variants features stickers or pad-printed graphics.
Variants
Available in numerous colors (Red, Lime, Orange, Purple, etc.) and decorated versions (Tony Hawk series, Friends patterns).
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the small plastic axles which can snap, and scratches on the bottom from 'grinding' on surfaces.
Estimated Value
Used: $0.10 - $0.50 USD; New: $0.75 - $1.00 USD (collector market for the individual part).
Price (New)
N/A; usually included in sets ranging from $5.00 to $100.00.
Compatible Sets
Examples: 6738 Skateboard Challenge, 60290 Skate Park, 31114 Superbike, 10255 Assembly Square.
Character Background
Originally popularized in the LEGO Sports 'Xtreme Team' and 'Tony Hawk' licensed lines of the early 2000s.
Design Notes
A highly efficient two-piece mold. The studs are spaced to allow a minifigure to stand naturally with legs slightly apart.
Similar Minifigures
Skater Boy (CMF Series 1), Skater Girl (CMF Series 6), various City citizens.
Collectibility
Low as an individual item, but essential for completing urban-themed dioramas and 'City' collections.
History
Replaced the older 'technic-style' brick-built boards in 2000, providing a more realistic and 'minifigure-scale' aesthetic.
Interesting Facts
Despite its simple look, the wheels are a separate piece that must be snapped into the board's chassis during assembly.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with a minifigure in a dynamic 'kickflip' or 'grind' pose using a transparent posing bar.
Modification Potential
Extremely high for custom stickers or 'graffiti' paints to give it a unique street-wear look.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential LEGO accessory that has remained virtually unchanged for over 20 years due to its perfect functionality.