Cheerleader (Series 1)
col005 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 1 · 2010. Debuted in the first ever Collectible Minifigure Series (8683), marking the transition of LEGO into the blind-bag market which revolutionized minifigure design standards.
Figure ID
col005
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2010. Debuted in the first ever Collectible Minifigure Series (8683), marking the transition of LEGO into the blind-bag market which revolutionized minifigure design standards.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. Being in the very first series from over a decade ago makes it harder to find in mint condition compared to later series figures.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone. Features a female face with eyelashes, pink lipstick, and a determined smile showing teeth. Hair piece is a dark brown short textured bob mold.
Torso
Blue sleeveless tank top design with white trim and a white 'M' letter on the front. Features feminine contour printing and back muscle/seam lines. Arms and hands are yellow.
Legs
Standard white legs with blue and yellow horizontal stripe printing. Designs represent a pleated skirt and athletic socks/boots detail.
Accessories
Includes two white pom-poms (pompon). Note: The image shown is missing the pom-pom accessories, which are standard for this figure.
Color Scheme
A primary athletic palette of blue, white, and yellow, designed to mimic a classic high school varsity team aesthetic.
Printing Details
Pad-printed. The detail level is high for 2010, featuring double-stripe printing on the waist and delicate lining for the pleats on the legs.
Variants
There are no official LEGO design variants for this specific figure, though later cheerleaders in different colors (Series 8, Series 14) were released as spiritual successors.
Condition Notes
Susceptible to yellowing of the white plastic on the legs if exposed to UV. The white printing on the blue torso can sometimes crack or fade with age. Check for neck cracks.
Estimated Value
$15.00 - $25.00 USD (Used), $35.00 - $50.00 USD (New/Sealed Bag). The absence of pom-poms reduces value by roughly $3-5.
Price (New)
$1.99 USD. This was the original MSRP for Series 1 blind bags in 2010.
Compatible Sets
8683-5 (Collectible Minifigures Series 1)
Character Background
Generic character created for the CMF line. She represents the 'All-American' team spirit archetype often found in sports and school-themed LEGO City settings.
Design Notes
First use of the 'M' logo for the 'Minifigure' team. The torso and leg prints were among the most detailed for female figures at the time of release.
Similar Minifigures
Cheerleader (Series 8, col113 - Red/Black), Zombie Cheerleader (Series 14, col214), and various LEGO Friends characters.
Collectibility
High. As a 'Series 1' figure, it is a foundation piece for any completionist CMF collector. Demand remains steady due to nostalgia.
History
Part of the 16 original figures that launched the most successful minifigure-centric product line in LEGO history, changing how figures are packaged and sold.
Interesting Facts
The 'M' on her chest doesn't stand for a school, but for 'Minifigure'. This figure is frequently used in custom MOCs for stadium and school displays.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a CMF-specific shadow box or alongside the football player and other athletes from the early Series lineups.
Modification Potential
Excellent for high school/university MOCs. The torso 'M' is generic enough to fit many custom team names like 'Mustangs' or 'Metros'.
Overall Assessment
An iconic piece of LEGO history. While simple by today's standards, its status as a Series 1 pioneer makes it a must-have for serious collectors.