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Think I might be skipping him after seeing all the QC issues

I'm really hoping I just got a lemon, but this figure is quite the qc nightmare.

Ironhidensh wrote:I'm really hoping I just got a lemon, but this figure is quite the qc nightmare.

Don't leave us hanging and go on with a detailed review, please.

Because these things MUST be addressed. Especially for the price of this figure.

Just watched Acter's review. This looks pretty interesting. If I didn't have the human alliance one, I would actually be very tempted by this one. If barricade is this level, I may have to put him on my list.

Ben!

Ironhidensh wrote:Well, I have mine in hand. Initial out of box and first transformation thoughts:

Nice, but I have concerns.

What what whaaaaaaaaaaaaat?!

Chosen Prime!

Chosen Prime doesn't seem to say much about the quality.... not surprised since they're tryin to sell em.... BUT just visually he appears to be more solid and flush than Ben's copy....

Ben however seems pretty sore about the car mode. Damn shame if he has persistant QC issues. Overall though, DAT MODE MODE

shajaki wrote:DAT MODE MODE

DAT MODE MODE?! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!

itscramtastic wrote:

shajaki wrote:DAT MODE MODE

DAT MODE MODE?! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!

Bot. It's been a tough day

-Kanrabat- wrote:

Ironhidensh wrote:I'm really hoping I just got a lemon, but this figure is quite the qc nightmare.

Don't leave us hanging and go on with a detailed review, please.

Because these things MUST be addressed. Especially for the price of this figure.

First impressions:

The box and packaging are very cheap. Only a single plastic tray on the inside, and the figure is held in place with plastic ties. No second clam shell for protection when you store it. For the price, higher than other MP cars, this seems like a very cheap move.

The different plastics have slightly different shades of yellow. Very noticeable in car mode.

One complaint I had, can be erased. The figure comes packaged in car mode, with the doors open. When you take it out, you naturally want to close the doors. You will find that things don't tab right, and the car mode is loose and floppy. This is because something is done wrong on the inside. After playing with Bee for a day, and transforming it several times, I can tell you the car tabs together just fine, and holds together tightly.

Car mode does look very good. It even has a place underneath to store the "gun", though this is not in the instructions. Also, the instructions are the crappy Hasbro variety, not the nice detailed ones that usually come with a Takara MP, though this was expected.

Bot mode is very highly detailed. Looks amazing. Mine, however, suffers from very weak joints in the feet/ankles and shoulders. He is very back heavy, and while he will hold certain poses, the ankle joins will fail if you bump the table, or walk to heavily in the room. Again, you expect more from an MP.

Also, his door 'wings' do not tab in. They are very loose and easy to move. Anytime you pick this guy up, you will have to adjust them.

These nitpick might sound petty, but this is a very expensive figure, supposedly of high end quality. It does not meet the mark set by any previous MP release.

A nice, even amazing figure in many ways, but not an MP.

Takara QC strikes again

Well damn. I hope these issues aren't wide spread.

MP QC hasn't been the greatest lately eh? This, Conheads, Megatron, Cheetor(?)....

Grapple Ironhide hot rod ratchet

The recent reissues having plastic that doesn't feel the same

Ironhidensh wrote:
A nice, even amazing figure in many ways, but not an MP.

Having MP-11 Starscream inflicted PTSD right here...
Paid over 300$CAN for a friggin' imperfect "leader" figure that didn't felt "premium" at all.

Well, let's hope Hasbro will fix these issues in time for the American release.

Then they'll somehow produce a very limited run, poorly distributed, AND price it at 50% off the expected normal price just to be sure it will be insta-scalped.

We have more details on Bumblebee's release as a Toysrus exclusive in North America, at least for Canada. He is listed at the price of $129.99 CDN, which is exactly $99.99 USD (much lower than anticipated based on Hasbro's recent overestimate of currency exchange). He is also limited at 2 per buyer, which is always welcomed for sought after items. He is currently not available but should be shortly. There is also a Hasbro coupon for $20 off anything over $50 so any Canadian fan could get this toy for $109.99 instead. The coupon can only be used in stores but that is good news since this toy has already been found in both Ontario and Quebec stores.

Below is all the product info including SKN and other identification numbers.

Description Additional Info Shipping:
SKN Number:
336642
Product UID:
15684D30
UPC/EAN/ISBN:
630509586103
Manufacturer #:
C0892
Note:
Gift wrap is not available for this item.
Shippable to Quebec:
yes
Language :
Bilingual
Product Weight:
0.6 lbs
Product Dimensions: (in inches)
8.8 x 5.9 x 2.5

Whether hes cruising the highway as a slick Chevrolet Camaro or facing the Decepticons in battle, Bumblebee is one of the bravest bots in the universe. Celebrate the heroic Autobot scout with this Masterpiece 10th Anniversary Movie Series Bumblebee figure.

This Bumblebee MPM-3 figure is perfect for fans and collectors alike, with features inspired by the explosive 2007 Transformers cinematic hit. The figure showcases Bumblebee in a sleek Chevrolet Camaro design rendered with impressive attention to movie detail. The figure features premium die-cast additions and comes with a Stinger Blaster weapon accessory. Gear Bumblebee up for action with a flip-down battle mask and extendable fingers. Converts from robot to Chevrolet Camaro mode in 33 steps.

Masterpiece Movie Series Bumblebee MPM-3 figure
Premium detail inspired by the Transformers movie franchise
Converts to Chevrolet Camaro mode in 33 steps
Flip-down battle mask, extendable fingers, and die-cast detailing
Comes with a Stinger Blaster weapon accessory

I'm actually a little surprised he didn't come with a small Allspark cube as an accessory.

Insurgent wrote:I'm actually a little surprised he didn't come with a small Allspark cube as an accessory.

Yeah, the lack of accessories is a major disappointment. I can't help but feel like this is the result of Hasbros involvement.

I'll definitely wait for clearance. Because I'm pretty sure plenty will be available and those overpriced items always come on sale sooner than later.

But the real reason is that I'm currently buying something HUGE from my local seller... I still have 2 to 4 months of payments to make... Yeah, I'm nut.

-Kanrabat- wrote:I'll definitely wait for clearance. Because I'm pretty sure plenty will be available and those overpriced items always come on sale sooner than later.

I dunno Kan... not saying it isn't possible... just saying this one might be hard to call. This isn't MP-08 Bee or YOTM Primal. He's got more going for him than they did. People actually want this figure, he's 100% new, and he's not as (grossly) overpriced as they were.

If stock and distribution is limited, I think your wait it out strategy will screw you. He'll absolutely be in demand, at least initially. It'll all depend on how many actually hit shelves.

It's still a wait-n-see for me. Mainly because I can't Hasbro coupon and my money MUST go elsewhere.

It's still Bee. It's impossible that there's no hive that will be unleashed at every stores.

-Kanrabat- wrote:I'll definitely wait for clearance. Because I'm pretty sure plenty will be available and those overpriced items always come on sale sooner than later.

But the real reason is that I'm currently buying something HUGE from my local seller... I still have 2 to 4 months of payments to make... Yeah, I'm nut.

Is it the complete Omega Supreme?

shajaki wrote:

-Kanrabat- wrote:I'll definitely wait for clearance. Because I'm pretty sure plenty will be available and those overpriced items always come on sale sooner than later.

I dunno Kan... not saying it isn't possible... just saying this one might be hard to call. This isn't MP-08 Bee or YOTM Primal. He's got more going for him than they did. People actually want this figure, he's 100% new, and he's not as (grossly) overpriced as they were.

If stock and distribution is limited, I think your wait it out strategy will screw you. He'll absolutely be in demand, at least initially. It'll all depend on how many actually hit shelves.

Based on mine, and the vast majority of online reports, if you pay full price, you're gonna have the regrets.

Unless you leave it as a display piece only, I guess.

Good luck to you all, though. It really is a beautiful looking figure, it just doesn't hold up.

william-james88 wrote:

-Kanrabat- wrote:I'll definitely wait for clearance. Because I'm pretty sure plenty will be available and those overpriced items always come on sale sooner than later.

But the real reason is that I'm currently buying something HUGE from my local seller... I still have 2 to 4 months of payments to make... Yeah, I'm nut.

Is it the complete Omega Supreme?

No, he's not worth that much.

Him however...



99% complete. Just missing one tiny Fastrack gun. 574$CAN with taxes.
I could have one 100% complete for the same overall prise (thus saving around 40$CAN being the price that gun go for) but he's the only one who was willing to take in 174$ in trade as the first payment and setting it aside until I pay the rest by paying 100$CAN minimum monthly.

I had to jump on the occasion. This universal grail had to be mine!

One thing for sure, I will not buy any TF this year at Comiccon.
(BTW, Will, check your inbox!)

Any one spot this fig at any toys r us location in the GTA?