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News Credits: 2 · Sun Dec 30, 2012 5:35 pm

this has GOT to be a mistake. I had no intention of owning this, but at that price? ordered. someones getting sacked in the morning...

News Credits: 20 · Sun Dec 30, 2012 5:48 pm

I ordered a couple delivered to the states and the total was just over $105. IF this is legit, man, steal of a deal.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 6:07 pm

If this is legit this will be my third mp tru prime. I paid $200 for the import, $99 for the tru preorder, and now $46 for this one. I think I might have recouped some of my money from the import if this goes through.
I'm not a scalper either, I am a crazy collector who buys 3 of everything, 2 to open and display in both modes and 1boxed to store away in my attic or what I call my time capsule. :michaelbay:

Sun Dec 30, 2012 6:24 pm

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/help/custome ... eId=524836

when do you think they would start charging our credit card. or cancel the order if its turns out its a mistake on their part.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 6:34 pm

Very great price! I ordered 2 and I hope it goes through. Can't wait to finally get my hands on this bad boy!!!!!

Sun Dec 30, 2012 6:44 pm

how come theres no picture. and what if its a scam and its not actually mp-10 from hasbro since the seller is not hasbro or takara. can we ship it back to amazon. uk

News Credits: 2 · Sun Dec 30, 2012 6:56 pm

southpawdragon wrote:how come theres no picture. and what if its a scam and its not actually mp-10 from hasbro since the seller is not hasbro or takara. can we ship it back to amazon. uk

it looks like amazon themselves are selling it, so I wouldnt worry.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 7:06 pm

What's up with the batteries included???? The two that I have don't say anything about batteries.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 7:12 pm

I took the risk and ordered one too. $34.11 shipped to MA. I can wait until mid-February for a deal like that.

EDIT: I went back and looked at my order again and noticed it's 34.11 GBP. So I used a currency converter and it should come out to just over $55 US. That's still a lot better than buying it stateside - if you can find one.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 7:13 pm

Well being paranoid I contacted amazon uk through chat

mark:wondering if this item is sold by amazon or third party5:33:05 AM
CSA:Hello, My name is Ravi.5:33:08 AM
Let me see as to how best I can help you with this issue. 5:33:14 AM
Please help me with the product link you're referring to.5:33:29 AM
mark:http://www.amazon.co.uk/Transformers-Masterpiece-Optimus-Prime-A0782/dp/B00AJJ6H0E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1356882266&sr=8-15:33:34
AM
CSA:I see that the item is currently not in stock with us. 5:34:05 AM
CSA:However, it is being sold by Amazon.co.uk
. 5:34:30 AM
mark:so its being sold by amazon not third party then5:34:45 AM
right?5:34:48 AM
CSA:Yes, it is being sold by Amazon.co.uk.5:35:22 AM
mark:a friend of mine was able to order it and he's from the states. if it doesnt stop me ordering it and im from canada. does this mean its shippable to me5:36:00 AM
CSA:Yes, if the order is placed successfully, it means that it will be delivered to you.5:36:26 AM
mark:thank you for your time then5:36:36 AM
CSA:You are welcome. 5:36:43 AM
If there is anything else I can help you with, please do tell me. 5:36:48 AM
mark:oh one more question5:36:50 AM
mark:if the item is not what it should be since no pictures. can we still return it and will there be a charge5:37:11 AM
since its overseas5:37:18 AM
CSA:Yes, you may return the item for a refund if you're not satisfied with it. 5:37:50 AM
mark:will amazon uk be paying for the shipping return?5:38:25 AM
CSA:If the problem is on our end, we will certainly refund the return postage charges. 5:39:41 AM
mark:ok. thanks im just concerend because there is no picture5:40:01 AM
CSA:I understand your concern.5:40:18 AM
If there is anything else I can help you with, please do tell me. 5:40:23 AM
mark:that is all thanks5:40:46 AM
CSA:Thank you for visiting Amazon.co.uk
. We look forward to seeing you again soon.5:40:58 AM
Have a great time ahead. Take care. Bye. 5:40:58 AM
Please click "End Chat" to close this window.5:40:58 AM
mark has left the conversation.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 7:25 pm

I'm in for 1

Sun Dec 30, 2012 7:32 pm

FFFFUUUUUUUU!!!!!
I'm getting triple f*cked here...
1 I don;t own a CreditCard
2 I can't use paypal on Amazon
3 the Paypal CreditCard option 1time use is not available in Netherlands!!!

Now what

all the big store ask 180-190euro's for MP10

Sun Dec 30, 2012 7:47 pm

g60force wrote:FFFFUUUUUUUU!!!!!
I'm getting triple f*cked here...
1 I don;t own a CreditCard
2 I can't use paypal on Amazon
3 the Paypal CreditCard option 1time use is not available in Netherlands!!!

Now what

all the big store ask 180-190euro's for MP10

Paypal accepts debit cards as well and even iDeal payments. (check: https://www.money2.nl/)
It's 2013, time to actually start using the internet kerel!

Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:18 pm

So ... i live in Germany, i don't own a credit card, i only have paypal.

What can i do to get this toy?

Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:23 pm

ask a friend for help with credit card or get a prepaid credit card. hope that helps

Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:38 pm

I prolly wont be able to get this, but I am so happy for those who will!

I am also very, very pleased with the way Amazon has been kicking the royal snot out of scalpers and the big online toy sellers who try to mirror their prices these days. I literally bought from amazon all year and not only got things at retail or cheaper, but usually with free shipping, which were outrageous elsewhere at the time.

I bought the Combaticons from amazon at retail price with free shipping at a time when BBTS was trying to sell the five of them for nearly 100 dollars plus shipping. I got the Ultimate Gift Set at 27.00 and free shipping when it was 40.00 plus shipping on the 2 big "collector's sites" for a pre order.

In fact, their price for MP Thundercracker a couple of months ago (cheaper than at retail!)is probably the biggest reason TRU scalpers RETURNED their supplies of that toy. I sincerely hope this continues!!

News Credits: 462 · Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:41 pm

I want to order this. I really do, but...

ARGH! I just can't take not know for sure if this is really true!!! :BOOM:

Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:48 pm

I'm thinking about returning my us tru prime and ordering 2 of these. Damn damn damn, it's tempting but if they adjust the cost I'm screwed. " :BOOM:

A bird in the hand is worth 2 in the bush" I guess.

Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:59 pm

This reminds me of two things. First, when Wal-Mart priced Ultimate Bumblebee at $35. They honored the price--I bought two.

Second, there is no reason MP Prime has to be priced at $99 or more. Most of the Masterpieces released state-side were originally priced at $60 or less. It's only Toys R Us that jacks up the price to the ether. Let's also not forget that MP figures at Wal-Mart went for half the original price or less at some points.

Considering that Amazon in my experience has a history of unbelievable offers, including any ROTF Human Aliiance figure for $10 to $15, I'd say their offering MP Prime at half price completely intentionally is plausible. Toys R Us is taking the "limited edition" stance, but it's resulted in poor distribution and fewer sales. Amazon may just be taking the economy of scale stance: Sell cheap, and you'll sell a ton.

For the record, I did have one order canceled by Amazon, but not due to pricing error. There was a hard drive advertised on their site at a much lower price than others. They canceled the order after a few weeks because they couldn't get it in stock due to the supply shortage cause by flooding in Thailand.

I put in my order. Time will tell.

News Credits: 2 · Sun Dec 30, 2012 9:48 pm

Heh. When I originally ordered mine it was #7 in Toys & Games, it's now #1.
Admittedly we're talking amazon.co.uk here, not amazon.com, but still

It would be interesting to see where the majority of orders are coming from.

Mon Dec 31, 2012 1:49 am

wow ! what a steal !! Toys r us in the USA is selling one for $130 and no shipping. So I just ordered 4 of these LOL, going to use them as Christmas Presents ! Wondering if I should order more to be honest, LOL. With Shipping it only came out to $53.25 for each one.

seriously thinking I should buy more LOL

Mon Dec 31, 2012 2:11 am

ah hell, I just order another 5 for a total of 9 LOL

There is 5 sisters and 4 boys in my family and we are pretty much all married and all have 1 little boy , so I plan on being the good uncle and giving one to each one of my nephews PLUS my own little boy LOL

If the price holds true LOL

Mon Dec 31, 2012 5:17 am

Even though I am waiting for my original MP-10 to arrive, I ordered this one as well. The price is low and there are no shipping costs to The Netherlands. I would not mind adding the Hasbro version as well to my collection, but I doubt that this will come through. I believe it to be a mistake. We will have to wait and see.