The LEGO set 325, known as the “Shell Service Station,” is a vintage set that was released in 1966 under the LEGO System theme. This classic set was designed to replicate a small, roadside service station complete with Shell branding, a theme commonly associated with LEGO sets of that era due to a partnership between LEGO and the Shell Oil Company. The set includes a service station building with a distinct 1960s architectural style, a fuel pump, and a car. The color scheme prominently features the red, yellow, and white colors associated with Shell, alongside the traditional LEGO bricks in primary colors. It was marketed towards children who enjoyed creating urban scenarios, promoting imaginative play with a focus on everyday settings.
Given its age, the set is relatively simple compared to todays highly detailed and specialized LEGO sets. It does not include any minifigures, as the standard LEGO minifigure had not yet been introduced; LEGO minifigures were first introduced in 1978. Today, the LEGO 325 Shell Service Station is considered a collectors item, especially appealing to those who have a fondness for vintage LEGO sets or a nostalgia for the mid-20th century service stations.
