KO Metroplex In Box Image

Monday, December 3rd, 2007 3:56PM CST

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Continuing on from our earlier reports on a Knock variant of G1 Metroplex, Agesthreeandup.com have posted a new image of their soon to be shipping KO G1 Metroplex in box.

The manufacturers of the KO G1 Metroplex have chosen to use a "Free Glow in the Dark Poster" version of G1 Metroplex's box, so it may make it easier to spot which versions of G1 Metroplex are real and which ones are Knock Off's.

To check out the image, please click here.

To check out the Agesthreeandup ordering page, please click here.

Credit(s): agesthreeandup.com

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Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488543)
Posted by Sherade on December 3rd, 2007 @ 3:59pm CST

Well, we knew it was coming. Another surprisingly convincing box.
Remind me how they get away with this?

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488626)
Posted by mattyc1007 on December 3rd, 2007 @ 4:43pm CST

real or KO i want it depending on the quality

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488630)
Posted by 1337W422102 on December 3rd, 2007 @ 4:46pm CST

Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488654)
Posted by Liege Evilmus on December 3rd, 2007 @ 4:58pm CST

Funny that the last "Latest News Thread" is a "KNOCK OFF ALERT" in big red letters.

Now all I'm saying about this is one, don't call it Metroplex, Transformer, or Autobot(also omit Scamper, Slammer, and SixGun), and 2 get that AutoBot logo the hell off him!

Then, piss away your money as you see fit.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488661)
Posted by Autobot Jazz on December 3rd, 2007 @ 5:03pm CST

must...get..now

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488681)
Posted by doomboy536 on December 3rd, 2007 @ 5:10pm CST

So getting this :grin:

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488687)
Posted by Briggs on December 3rd, 2007 @ 5:14pm CST

$100?!!??! Glad I got my chrome and rubber wheel complete loose one that's still nice and white and tight for $90!

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488800)
Posted by Burn on December 3rd, 2007 @ 6:29pm CST

But does it really come with a glow in the dark poster ... :-?

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488812)
Posted by Dclone Soundwave on December 3rd, 2007 @ 6:47pm CST

I'm sorry to say this, but that box, KO or not, is getting to me. I really have to buy it, my real G1 Metroplex is in dire need of box since he keeps falling of the shelf. Besides, I'll have a job soon, so I'll be able to piss away my money w/o any regrets.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488872)
Posted by Burn on December 3rd, 2007 @ 7:23pm CST

Decepticlone Soundwave wrote:I'll have a job soon, so I'll be able to piss away my money w/o any regrets.

Feel free to give me money then. :grin:

Honestly, it's the better situation really.

Pay money for an over-priced knock-off, knowing that your money is going to a bunch of rip-off merchants who are pissing all over the Transformers trademarks ... OR ... give your money to Burn, a fellow collector, knowing all too well he's going to use it either buy more TF's for himself, or go visit a strip club.

Seriously, i'm the better option because at least you're talking to the guy you're going to make happy.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488900)
Posted by 1337W422102 on December 3rd, 2007 @ 7:40pm CST

Wait, shouldn't this have the Knock Off Alert News Story avatar?

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488925)
Posted by metalformer on December 3rd, 2007 @ 7:55pm CST

Are my optic receptors malfunctioning or does that box actually includes the mini-poster offer from TF:TM? Now that is a memorable KO! :))

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (488951)
Posted by tech348 on December 3rd, 2007 @ 8:19pm CST

I'm so tempted to get this. Here's the dilema. Buy the k.o. before a review and it turns out to be just that a cheap k.o. or wait for a review and it's a good product and the price really goes through the roof.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489001)
Posted by NebulanFree on December 3rd, 2007 @ 9:04pm CST

Ugh.

I've been buying and saving my Transformers MIB/MOC since 1986. Metroplex was one of my first that I didn't open. I bought a spare loose one from ebay about a decade ago, so I could get my 'Plex fix.

All of these KO's, especially the high quality ones that are brazenly G1 packaged and include decals, posters, etc, are really starting to perturb me. I know that a lot of you didn't start collecting during G1 or even as early as G2 or the Beast Wars. I know that picking up vintage items is difficult and expensive. Seriously though, why settle for even a HQ KO when you know you're just giving your money to -to quote Burn- a bunch of rip-off merchants who are pissing all over the Transformers trademarks.

I can't believe how many people are looking forward to a Knock Off.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489013)
Posted by Burn on December 3rd, 2007 @ 9:15pm CST

NebulanFree wrote:I can't believe how many people are looking forward to a Knock Off.

Same. That's why it's nice to find another collector who values legitimate pieces in their collections over convenient ko's.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489020)
Posted by Sid Burn on December 3rd, 2007 @ 9:20pm CST

NebulanFree wrote:I can't believe how many people are looking forward to a Knock Off.

QFT! Its become commonplace enough that people are accepting it.

This KO isnt Metroplex, I dont care how authentic it looks. Its a counterfeit, no better than fake designer handbags or a bogus rolex watch.

Buy it if you must, but never forget whos pockets you are lining. These bootleggers hurt the collector's community, they do not help it.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489072)
Posted by fenrir72 on December 3rd, 2007 @ 9:58pm CST

Transformers is such a hot item in China over japan believe it or not. Don't be surprised that an enterprising individual will try to cash in with the craze. :lol:

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489250)
Posted by steve2275 on December 4th, 2007 @ 2:09am CST

looks pretty damn good

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489273)
Posted by rob_charb on December 4th, 2007 @ 3:26am CST

I would have been tempted to get this had it been priced as a KO. However, pricing it at the same level as an original Metroplex is just wrong in my opinion. I'd rather take the money I would have to spend on this KO and get an original off Ebay. I've seen several complete Metroplex in good condition going for the same price or less.

This is just wrong as far as I'm concerned.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489286)
Posted by Chaoslock on December 4th, 2007 @ 3:45am CST

Must...resist...to buy... this sh**...

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489298)
Posted by doomboy536 on December 4th, 2007 @ 4:07am CST

I don't have enough money to get a MIB Metroplex - in the UK I can't find one for even close to a decent price. This will have to do, and it looks close enough to the real thing

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489313)
Posted by Autobot032 on December 4th, 2007 @ 4:42am CST

Looks great...but it's the plastic wheeled version? PASS.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489836)
Posted by Zeds on December 4th, 2007 @ 12:23pm CST

I have a MIB original with very little playwear. No thanks. Not a bad price point though all things considered.

Re: KO Metroplex In Box Image (489849)
Posted by Dr. Z on December 4th, 2007 @ 12:32pm CST