Interesting, rare and sometimes cheap ebay items.

[Ae-Evolution]

Question, all these figures from China, free shipping, starts form 99c bids. IDW Orion, Megs, FOC Twintwist, Thundercracker, Skywarp ($10.5 shipping), Platinum Grimlock; they are all over ebay. Are these the real deal? I know $40 Mp's are Ko's but are these?

Sellers like these two.
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/lena81822/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/ekintoys2012/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686


Edit,

Found this.

It's out!
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/AIR-VEHICON-Transformers-Prime-Beast-Hunters-Cyberverse-Legion-Class-Decepticon-/171115069857?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item27d740c1a1&_uhb=1

[SuspectimusPrime]

Question, all these figures from China, free shipping, starts form 99c bids. IDW Orion, Megs, FOC Twintwist, Thundercracker, Skywarp ($10.5 shipping), Platinum Grimlock; they are all over ebay. Are these the real deal? I know $40 Mp's are Ko's but are these?

Sellers like these two.
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/lena81822/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/ekintoys2012/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686


Edit,

Found this.

It's out!
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/AIR-VEHICON-Transformers-Prime-Beast-Hunters-Cyberverse-Legion-Class-Decepticon-/171115069857?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item27d740c1a1&_uhb=1

I don't believe so (for lena at least). I have purchased those two Targetmasters for United Artfire as additional accessories for other figures. They appear as good as the real thing.

I previously purchased some ridiculously cheap toys from similar sellers in the past, and the quality does not feel like KO's. Granted, they one of the figures does feel like it was on the low end of passing QC, and another had a minor gimmick that didn't work. This leads me to believe that the products sold by such sellers are legitimate Hasbro factory products, that have somehow made their way out of the factory.

[Kazza]

Cheap auction for MP-12T in brisbane.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Masterpiece-Tigertrack-MP12T-/261284467773

[griffin]

The cheap loose (unpackaged) figures are most likely from factory workers who either smuggled out completed figures, or, these were toys left after the packaging stage (extras produced to cover (significantly) defective ones, to make sure they ship their required quota to Hasbro).

[lancalot]

Cheap auction for MP-12T in brisbane.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Masterpiece-Tigertrack-MP12T-/261284467773


The cheap loose (unpackaged) figures are most likely from factory workers who either smuggled out completed figures, or, these were toys left after the packaging stage (extras produced to cover (significantly) defective ones, to make sure they ship their required quota to Hasbro).

That good info to know griffin.... the roof paint app is poorly covered .... and no pile drivers...

[Darthprimus]

his is a fake i think as there is no symbol on front/chest,

[Golden Phoenix]

his is a fake i think as there is no symbol on front/chest,

They don't come with that on it. They come with a sticker you can put on if you want. There are 2 Autobot symbols you can choose from, they are just different sizes.

[Darthprimus]

really? my sideswipe has his printed on i think

[Golden Phoenix]

really? my sideswipe has his printed on i think

But it isn't Sideswipe, it is Tigertrack.

[lancalot]

his is a fake i think as there is no symbol on front/chest,


They don't come with that on it. They come with a sticker you can put on if you want. There are 2 Autobot symbols you can choose from, they are just different sizes.


But it isn't Sideswipe, it is Tigertrack.

Golden Phoenix totally right ...tiger track comes with sticker , and i thick it a factory seconds as griffin stated ...as the head light has black trim around them and the micro printing of the lambo badge and the back print of countach and Lamborghini pretty good.

[1orion2many]

It's colouring looks a little dull compared to mine but that could just be the photo:confused:

[Darthprimus]

cool. dosnt hurt to ask.

[llamatron]

Thanks for the heads up on those auctions, grabbed myself a trailcutter.

[jazzcomp]

Nice....
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VOLTES-V-1982-BANDAI-GODAIKIN-Mint-in-Box-complete-w-all-accessories-L-K-/121171271515?ViewItem&ssPageName=ADME%3AB%3AWNA%3AUS%3A3160&item=121171271515&nma=true&si=2f5MlnGm1H7%252BrZ4EclbExqckMVA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

[reillyd]

Nice price for such a cool SDCC exclusive - SDCC 2013 Jetfire, Hound and Ravage (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/JETFIRE-skystriker-HOUND-vamp-G-I-JOE-TRANSFORMERS-box-set-2013-SDCC-EXCLUSIVE-/130985321729?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item1e7f556501), if no one else bids. I have one that I imported, and its the best Joe crossover yet

[Cat]

Nice price for such a cool SDCC exclusive - SDCC 2013 Jetfire, Hound and Ravage (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/JETFIRE-skystriker-HOUND-vamp-G-I-JOE-TRANSFORMERS-box-set-2013-SDCC-EXCLUSIVE-/130985321729?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item1e7f556501), if no one else bids. I have one that I imported, and its the best Joe crossover yet

That's going to skyrocket in the last few minutes.

I doubt anyone's really going to care that Blaster and the tapes are 'missing'. Though I'm a bit concerned, as it doesn't really say it's been opened, but I find it to be too much of a coincidence that Blaster and his accessory tapes just happen to both have been mispackaged from the set.

The price is still great for an opened set, but that one detail just makes me pause slightly before bidding.

[Thorns2010]

I'm struggling to figure this one out.

www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

I looked, the seller has positive feedback for the sale, so it doesn't appear to be fake bids.

Its not even sealed! I think that is a little high for a MISB, but for an opened MIB piece? Hell I'm pretty sure I could put my MP Grimlock back in the box and say I only transformed him once, and he has been sitting out on my shelf since I got him for the most part!

[jazzcomp]

I'm struggling to figure this one out.

www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

I looked, the seller has positive feedback for the sale, so it doesn't appear to be fake bids.

Its not even sealed! I think that is a little high for a MISB, but for an opened MIB piece? Hell I'm pretty sure I could put my MP Grimlock back in the box and say I only transformed him once, and he has been sitting out on my shelf since I got him for the most part!
Wow! He has hasbro MP Skywarp as well.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-masterpiece-skywarp-/321208512012?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4ac984ee0c

[jazzcomp]

Hasbro MP Soundwave from Perth for $250
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Masterpiece-Soundwave-Hasbro-Edition-MP-02-/251339654934?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item3a8502c716

And hasbro MP Prime for $350
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Brand-New-Transformers-Masterpiece-Optimus-Prime-/271277638341?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item3f296842c5

[UltraMarginal]

That's going to skyrocket in the last few minutes.

I doubt anyone's really going to care that Blaster and the tapes are 'missing'. Though I'm a bit concerned, as it doesn't really say it's been opened, but I find it to be too much of a coincidence that Blaster and his accessory tapes just happen to both have been mispackaged from the set.

The price is still great for an opened set, but that one detail just makes me pause slightly before bidding.

Yea, I totally agree, there is no way to tell if anything is missing without opening the box and looking. seems a bit dodgey, at least in the claim of new and MISB.


I'm struggling to figure this one out.

www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

I looked, the seller has positive feedback for the sale, so it doesn't appear to be fake bids.

Its not even sealed! I think that is a little high for a MISB, but for an opened MIB piece? Hell I'm pretty sure I could put my MP Grimlock back in the box and say I only transformed him once, and he has been sitting out on my shelf since I got him for the most part!

It looks like Hasbro could afford to release another series of masterpice grimlock.

[Cat]

Well, there is the upcoming Asian edition, which will expensive, would still be cheaper than this.

I'm guessing it's to do with the confirmation of the Dinobots starring role in TF4.

I've also decided I'm not bidding on that SDCC set. Just too many red flags. The four items that supposedly aren't in the MISB set just happen to all correspond to each other? That's just too much of a coincidence.

Couple that with feedback indicating the seller has tampered with items he's sold before that were supposedly unopened, and it's just too much of a risk.

[SuspectimusPrime]

This nice lot would probably make one Classics collector quite happy (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Universe-HUGE-LOT-Classics-/271275867655?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item3f294d3e07&_uhb=1). No exclusives or anything that was too hard to find, however even if you were after a quarter of them in MISB, that current ambit price would make it a tempting bargain :)

[SuspectimusPrime]

The next 3 TFCC Fans Subscription Service figures out on eBay already (listing is not listing it as a pre-order):

TFCC FSS Ultra Mammoth (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Collectors-Club-Subscription-TFCC-2013-Ultra-Mammoth-loose-/151123345390?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item232fa73fee)
TFCC FSS Jackpot (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-2013-Collectors-Club-Subscription-Jackpot-LOOSE-/151123341748?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item232fa731b4&_uhb=1)
TFCC FSS Breakdown (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-2013-Collectors-Club-Subscription-BREAKDOWN-LOOSE-/151123345472?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item232fa74040&_uhb=1)

The same Chinese seller also has several other 2012/2013 TFCC/Botcon Exclusives and 2007 Chevrolet Aveo Swerve (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-2007-MOVIE-DELUXE-Chevrolet-Aveo-Swerve-MISP-/151123341740?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item232fa731ac) at a very good BIN price.

[UltraMarginal]

That is a great price for a Chevy Aveo Swerve.
too bad I already have one.

[Cat]

Nice price for such a cool SDCC exclusive - SDCC 2013 Jetfire, Hound and Ravage (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/JETFIRE-skystriker-HOUND-vamp-G-I-JOE-TRANSFORMERS-box-set-2013-SDCC-EXCLUSIVE-/130985321729?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item1e7f556501), if no one else bids. I have one that I imported, and its the best Joe crossover yet

Final price - $142.

I'm positive that others had the same concerns already bought up here, as that's a ridiculously low price.

Still, as much as I want the set, I'm glad I held back.

If the guy had just admitted that he, or whoever he got it from, had kept the Blaster and tapes for themselves, it'd have been perfectly fine.

But the way it was worded made it all sound suspicious, especially with the listing as 'Unopened'.

[Kapryiath]

where on that add does it say it doesnt come with the blaster and stuff? :S i've read it a couple of times now and i cant see it?

[Cat]

where on that add does it say it doesnt come with the blaster and stuff? :S i've read it a couple of times now and i cant see it?

Technically it doesn't come 'Baster and tapes'.

So it's either a dry turkey experience or a typo.

In the description it's right under the 'I WILL COMBINE SHIPPING' line.

''99.9% Complete as box arrived without baster and tapes''

After he mentions the missing tapes though, he includes a generic set description which DOES still talk about the tapes, so it'd be easy to miss.

And of course the set is listed as Unopened. I don't trust the odds on 4 accessories being left out of the set by the factory that also happen to coincidentally all be designed to go together.

[Kapryiath]

oh snap i didnt even see that line! was VERY easy to miss!

[Cat]

Yep.

It'll be interesting to watch for the feedback on this transaction.

[SuspectimusPrime]

A few more sweet customs (that are super interesting but by no means cheap):

IDW-esque Galvatron (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Custom-Galvatron-/151111803875?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item232ef723e3&_uhb=1)
MP Red Wing (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/CUSTOM-TRANSFORMERS-MASTERPIECE-RED-WING-METALLIC-COLOUR-MP-THUNDERCRACKER-/221283947195?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item33858d12bb&_uhb=1)
MP Punch/Counterpunch (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Custom-Transformer-Masterpiece-Punch-Counterpunch-Double-Agent-/130994039189?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item1e7fda6995&_uhb=1)

[Kazza]

That redwing is so sexy!!:eek:

[UltraMarginal]

The Redwing and the punch/Counterpunch are very nice indeed, the galvatron is great but just doesn't appeal to me.

the second chest on the counterpunch is a bit chunky but of course that's due to the mold.

[reillyd]

Yep.

It'll be interesting to watch for the feedback on this transaction.

I predict negative or chargeback. I feel bad for posting it, and it went completely unnoticed.

[Sinnertwin]

I predict negative or chargeback. I feel bad for posting it, and it went completely unnoticed.

Don't. People always have the opportunity to research and to contact the seller and ask for clarification before they bid.

[ILikeSoundwave]

Looks like these two should be out soon, there is a small gallery in the description:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Takara-Tomy-Transformers-Generations-TG31-Rhinox-Action-Figure-Loose-as-shown/331031645245?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3 D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D1527726540600572186%26pid%3 D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D231 061841095%26

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Generations-Voyager-Class-Doubledealer-loose-as-shown/231061841095?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3 D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D1527726540600572186%26pid%3 D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D231 061841095%26

[SuspectimusPrime]

Looks like these two should be out soon, there is a small gallery in the description:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Takara-Tomy-Transformers-Generations-TG31-Rhinox-Action-Figure-Loose-as-shown/331031645245?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3 D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D1527726540600572186%26pid%3 D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D231 061841095%26

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Generations-Voyager-Class-Doubledealer-loose-as-shown/231061841095?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3 D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D1527726540600572186%26pid%3 D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D231 061841095%26

Good old lena81822. I am surprised Hasbro hasn't cracked down on these types of sellers yet.

[Cat]

I predict negative or chargeback. I feel bad for posting it, and it went completely unnoticed.

Don't feel bad for posting it. You did nothing wrong, and may have done someone a favour. It could all be legit, and/or they can decide if they think it's worth the risk.

I'm glad you shared it. I ended up deciding not to bid, but I'm still glad you shared it.

It's not your fault if you share an item that then turns out to be by a dodgy seller. Can't win 'em all.

I see the seller left feedback for the buyer on the 23rd, so the buyer must be getting it soon. I messaged the buyer and asked about it, just to see how it all turned out, and if it was worth it. Should be interesting if he replies, and we'll know if it was all on the level.

[UltraMarginal]

I predict negative or chargeback. I feel bad for posting it, and it went completely unnoticed.

what everyone else said. mentioning things here brings it to light. as a group we can discuss it and someone elses awareness can enlighten the group.

I always check out this thread to see interesting stuff, dodgey or otherwise.

[Cat]

Well, the buyer replied.

He knew the board and thread (Hai whoever you are!), so this is obviously okay to share, but it's all legit, and the buyer's happy with the condition, and knew that it was missing those accessories.

All in all, a good deal. Seems like the only one who got screwed was the seller, who screwed himself out of more cash.

[jazzcomp]

Missed out on this.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/221288411814?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Shipping is around US$350. Was trying to get the price down. But someone else finally caved in and bought it.

[UltraMarginal]

Missed out on this.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/221288411814?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Shipping is around US$350. Was trying to get the price down. But someone else finally caved in and bought it.

WOW, what a mega purchase, at about $75 each including shipping that's kind of expensive but at the same time there's no way you could complete a set of those MISB purchasing individually for under two Grand these days.

[Verno]

If anyone is thinking that this "Rocky-Bubble Tigatron" (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Beast-Wars-First-Release-Rock-Bubble-Tigatron-MOSC-Very-Rare-Sealed-/161122428273?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2583a52571) is legit -- it's not.

1. Tigatron was part of the 2nd or 3rd wave of BW toys to hit the shelves. By this time, the Rocky-Bubble packaging had been abandoned for smooth bubbles.

2. All BW carded figures had the trademark 'hook notch' out of the top of the card for them to hang on. This item has a semi-circle hole.

3.Tigatron has silver on his robot shins and no paint on the nozzle of his gut-gun. This item has dark blue on both.

This item is a KO. Avoid.

[iamirondude]

i reported that item and in the description bit i just put" it's a fake but you lot won't do shit about it and yet another buyer will get burnt" let see if they do anything about it.

[Hursticon]

Verno is dead-right in with every point, thanks for bringing it to our attention dude ;), and I have since reported the listing also with the following note:


This item's a Counterfeit/Fake/Knock Off item and NOT a genuine article; Impedes on Hasbro Copyright

[Verno]

Power to the people! I too reported the item :cool:

[jazzcomp]

Wow!!!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

[UltraMarginal]

Wow!!!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

yep, what you said.!!

[Sinnertwin]

Wow!!!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

Indeed. No way I'd pay that sort of money for a single MP, but hey, it's theirs to spend as they choose.

[lancalot]

Wow!!!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321187592412

WOW ... i think the free postage kinda help the bidding..:confused::p
couldn't you get the asian one brand new for cheaper then that .. The seller has very good marketing skill that for sure!

[1AZRAEL1]

What a jerk. That's way over what I'd pay for him.

[Cat]

What a jerk. That's way over what I'd pay for him.

How's he a jerk? It was an auction, not a BIN.

I'd assume the seller was a bit surprised too.

I can't see why you'd buy this, and not just get the upcoming Asian re-release and save at least a hundred bucks.

[MayzaPrime]

Wow and I just got my Hasbro MP Grimlock for free!!!

Tempted to sell... Nope thought gone I could never sell :D

[1AZRAEL1]

How's he a jerk? It was an auction, not a BIN.

Oh. Wow. My bad. I should have looked more closely :o

That's just insane. Way to much.

[Cat]

Oh. Wow. My bad. I should have looked more closely :o

That's just insane. Way to much.

26 bids on it.

Take a look at the bidding activity.

Does that bidding pattern look strange to anybody else?

Bidders bidding it up by $10 increments, multiple times, when they were already in the lead? Then not bidding again? Multiple bidders doing the same thing?

[1AZRAEL1]

26 bids on it.

Take a look at the bidding activity.

Does that bidding pattern look strange to anybody else?

Bidders bidding it up by $10 increments, multiple times, when they were already in the lead? Then not bidding again? Multiple bidders doing the same thing?

I went to look at it, but had to log in so didn't bother. That by the sounds of it, is shill bidding.

[Cat]

I went to look at it, but had to log in so didn't bother. That by the sounds of it, is shill bidding.

a***7 ( 144Feedback score is 100 to 499) AU $455.00
25-Aug-13 00:36:26 AEST

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(That's how it's listed. Not in sequential order, but when you do read it like that, it just looks a little bit odd to me overall.)

[MayzaPrime]

I agree, that is odd :confused:

It looks like one of his mates won it ;)

[Sinnertwin]

26 bids on it.

Take a look at the bidding activity.

Does that bidding pattern look strange to anybody else?

Bidders bidding it up by $10 increments, multiple times, when they were already in the lead? Then not bidding again? Multiple bidders doing the same thing?

No, because they were never in the lead to begin with. For instance:

Member Id: a***7 ( 144Feedback score is 100 to 499) AU $350.00
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21-Aug-13 14:04:59 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $240.00
21-Aug-13 14:04:07 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $230.00
21-Aug-13 14:02:31 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $210.00
21-Aug-13 11:37:08 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $200.00
21-Aug-13 11:35:44 AEST

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21-Aug-13 11:34:59 AEST

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21-Aug-13 06:56:19 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $165.00
21-Aug-13 06:55:22 AEST

J***U was outbid from the get-go.

[lancalot]

well if his friend bought it then he still got to pay ebay the 8% for nothing

[Megatran]

It's a real pity given MP08 Grimlock Reissue will be available in January ... and for a whole lot less $. I also feel for those that laid out their hard earned cash for the MP Grimlock and Skyfire combo, only to find out now that Grimlock can be pre-ordered on his own and for a much better price.

I'll be getting one, but waiting on price from RK. They heve been slow with MP11 Coronation Starscream Reissue. Is this normal for them?

[MayzaPrime]

It's a real pity given MP08 Grimlock Reissue will be available in January ... and for a whole lot less $. I also feel for those that laid out their hard earned cash for the MP Grimlock and Skyfire combo, only to find out now that Grimlock can be pre-ordered on his own and for a much better price.

I'll be getting one, but waiting on price from RK. They heve been slow with MP11 Coronation Starscream Reissue. Is this normal for them?

They still don't have MP Wheeljack and Bumblebee up for pre-order as well.

I'm waiting for MP Starscream pre-order as well.

[Wheelie]

No, because they were never in the lead to begin with. For instance:

Member Id: a***7 ( 144Feedback score is 100 to 499) AU $350.00
18-Aug-13 21:54:28 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $250.00
21-Aug-13 14:04:59 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $240.00
21-Aug-13 14:04:07 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $230.00
21-Aug-13 14:02:31 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $210.00
21-Aug-13 11:37:08 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $200.00
21-Aug-13 11:35:44 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $178.00
21-Aug-13 11:34:59 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $170.00
21-Aug-13 06:56:19 AEST

Member Id: j***u ( 12Feedback score is 10 to 49) AU $165.00
21-Aug-13 06:55:22 AEST

J***U was outbid from the get-go.

I agree, it's just the way that eBay displays it

[MayzaPrime]

Old mate is back selling his G1 figures again

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/G1-Transformers-action-figure-LOT-/331042917570?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4d13b20cc2

[jazzcomp]

Bit steep for regular folk. Maybe some collectors here can afford it.

[lancalot]

I'll be getting one, but waiting on price from RK. They heve been slow with MP11 Coronation Starscream Reissue. Is this normal for them?


They still don't have MP Wheeljack and Bumblebee up for pre-order as well.

I'm waiting for MP Starscream pre-order as well.

Ehobbybaseshop got it on preorder already for MP11...
http://ehobbybaseshop.com/?sp=&p=6&cat2=2&cat1=3&cat0=3&id=10&cat1=3&cat0=3&new=&more=&lang=en

[lancalot]

Old mate is back selling his G1 figures again

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/G1-Transformers-action-figure-LOT-/331042917570?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4d13b20cc2

:eek: that is abit steep...

[Verno]

Primal Prime (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-BEAST-MACHINES-Optimal-Optimus-100-complete-Transmetals-Beast-Wars-/271296255818?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item3f2a84574a), anyone?

[Bidoofdude]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-ANIMATED-POSTER-62-CHARACTERS-24x36-Cartoon-Movie-Optimus-Prime-/390648226738?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item5af472e3b2&_uhb=1

Seems legit. Thinking of getting one myself. :D

[MayzaPrime]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-ANIMATED-POSTER-62-CHARACTERS-24x36-Cartoon-Movie-Optimus-Prime-/390648226738?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item5af472e3b2&_uhb=1

Seems legit. Thinking of getting one myself. :D

No Buzzsaw :confused:

[Sinnertwin]

No Buzzsaw :confused:

An interesting choice of inclusions & omissions, isn't it? Still, it's a pretty cool piece to have :)

[UltraMarginal]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-ANIMATED-POSTER-62-CHARACTERS-24x36-Cartoon-Movie-Optimus-Prime-/390648226738?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item5af472e3b2&_uhb=1

Seems legit. Thinking of getting one myself. :D

I don't know how legit that it, it claims to be brand new (6 available oout of 21), surely there would have been news somewhere of a poster like that being produced.

although the fine print at the bottom of the poster says distributed by AQUARIUS printed in CANADA.
curious.

[Verno]

Primal Prime (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-BEAST-MACHINES-Optimal-Optimus-100-complete-Transmetals-Beast-Wars-/271296255818?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item3f2a84574a), anyone?

He didn't last long.

[griffin]

No Hasbro fineprint at the bottom suggests that it isn't licensed.
Since all those images are available online on botch's boxart website, it probably wouldn't be to difficult to produce that, considering people are knocking-off toy boxes which have a similar look.

[UltraMarginal]

No Hasbro fineprint at the bottom suggests that it isn't licensed.
Since all those images are available online on botch's boxart website, it probably wouldn't be to difficult to produce that, considering people are knocking-off toy boxes which have a similar look.

there is a little hasbro fineprint on the bottom right hand corner. I didn't mention it as it's too small to read the copyright year reliably.

[Sinnertwin]

there is a little hasbro fineprint on the bottom right hand corner. I didn't mention it as it's too small to read the copyright year reliably.

From what I can make out, it looks like (C)2012 Hasbro. All rights reserved

[Trent]

Supposed Prototype (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Botcon-2012-SG-Ultra-Magnus-prototype-/151063879353?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item232c1bdeb9&_uhb=1) of Botcon SG Magnus. Isn't it just the RTS Prime mould?

[SuspectimusPrime]

Supposed Prototype (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Botcon-2012-SG-Ultra-Magnus-prototype-/151063879353?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item232c1bdeb9&_uhb=1) of Botcon SG Magnus. Isn't it just the RTS Prime mould?

Looks like SG Magnus. If you zoom into the headsculpt, it definitely does not have a face mask.

[Cat]

Exact same plastic used as another of the same year's Botcon protos.

Same milky white.

[UltraMarginal]

From what I can make out, it looks like (C)2012 Hasbro. All rights reserved

see, I would have thought a lot of us would have heard about a poster like this coming out 2 years ago. maybe if it was 2002, most of us might have forgotten, but someone would have one. Unless it was just a really limited run.



Supposed Prototype (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Botcon-2012-SG-Ultra-Magnus-prototype-/151063879353?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item232c1bdeb9&_uhb=1) of Botcon SG Magnus. Isn't it just the RTS Prime mould?

wow, maybe. if true, it would be pretty fragile.

[griffin]

Not saying the Poster is unauthorised, but KO toys have all the copyright stuff on them as well... so if this was unauthorised, the person producing it could have put that on there to note who owns the property or to make it look legit.
I didn't have much luck looking for an "aquarius posters" to see if it was legit, as search results kept coming up with horoscope posters and poster companies that do horoscope images.

[UltraMarginal]

I didn't have much luck looking for an "aquarius posters" to see if it was legit, as search results kept coming up with horoscope posters and poster companies that do horoscope images.

:rolleyes:
That's pretty amusing

[Cat]

So, your search yielded nothing but..... Ages Of Aquarius?



...I'll show myself out.

[griffin]

Thanks to Sinnertwin for pointing me in the right direction, the company is aquarius images (http://www.aquariusimages.com/corporate.html), and their Transformers products can be found here (http://www.nmrdist.com/Scripts/PublicSite/index.php?userid=&template=Search&term=transformers), which includes the two (easily crushable) lunchboxes and that poster.
Now that I know it is legit, I might try to get one.

[tinyJazz]

Thanks to Sinnertwin for pointing me in the right direction, the company is aquarius images (http://www.aquariusimages.com/corporate.html), and their Transformers products can be found here (http://www.nmrdist.com/Scripts/PublicSite/index.php?userid=&template=Search&term=transformers), which includes the two (easily crushable) lunchboxes and that poster.
Now that I know it is legit, I might try to get one.

D: Hey, I ordered one of those lunchboxes from bbts, I hope it survives.

[griffin]

D: Hey, I ordered one of those lunchboxes from bbts, I hope it survives.

BBTS will probably take better care in packing it than Amazon did for mine.
(although, BBTS uses big-bubble "bubble-wrap", which might not be enough of a cushion)

One side on each of mine was totally caved in... to the point of it not being possible to flatten back. :(
At least they were only cheap, and would only be used for displaying the artwork anyway.

It's not like I would be using them for my lunch at my warehouse... full of big tough guys. :p

[Verno]

Hard Hero Beast Wars Rhinox Statues

Auction 1 (Slightly damaged) (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Hard-Hero-Rhinox-Full-Body-Statue-/251356952913?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item3a860ab951)

Auction 2 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Beast-Wars-Rhinox-statue-Hard-Heroes-/221294365149?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item33862c09dd)

Auction 3 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Beast-Wars-Rhinox-Statue-by-Hard-Hero-Number-973-2500-/161113101863?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item258316d627)

I've had one for years and it just makes me happy whenever I look at it. They used the actual Mainframe 3D model to produce it for Primus' sake!

If you're got a spare $100, pick up one -- It's worth every cent. Sharky will back me up on that point.

[loophole]

This G1 Apeface looks pretty good ;)

http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/111190898041?nav=SELLING&sbk=1

[Verno]

Beast 'War' lot (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformer-of-Beast-War-lots-/200975972292?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item2ecb19f7c4) in Australia

A decade ago, I'd have been all over this auction like a rash, but those days are behind me.

Most are incomplete, but not in-completable with a bit of searching for parts. Could be a neat little profit spinner for someone with some patience.

[Skullcruncher]

Lucky Draw G1 Optimus on YHJ

http://page7.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/g126458564

I predict it will be won by zhz*****

[jazzcomp]

Do you still wait for invoice before paying on eBay?

[Sinnertwin]

Do you still wait for invoice before paying on eBay?

If it's one item & i'm satisfied with the shipping option, then no, i pay after the auction is finished. More often than not, i'll request an invoice if i would like the shipping method altered or if i'm combining shipping.

[lancalot]

Lucky Draw G1 Optimus on YHJ

http://page7.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/g126458564

I predict it will be won by zhz*****

:eek::eek: 250 000 yen now!!

[Kazza]

Takara Tomy Generations Metroplex TG-23 for AUD $240 (shipping included). I bought his other one.:) I think its a great price, considering how most online stores sell him for $170 USD and requires EMS which is $100, so you stand to lose more due to currency conversion.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/251354769042?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

[griffin]

(moved some KO query posts to the KO query topic (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=13608))

[nexusnixx]

Got hit by people who bid on your item without the intention of buying at all. Zero reputation eBay id created on the day itself just to bid on items. Check the mailing address, my so called buyer was living in NSW with 2148 and Casino as suburb. So so annoying

[lancalot]

Got hit by people who bid on your item without the intention of buying at all. Zero reputation eBay id created on the day itself just to bid on items. Check the mailing address, my so called buyer was living in NSW with 2148 and Casino as suburb. So so annoying

i hate when that happens...why do the ppl go thru all that trouble of setting up an account for anyways. :confused::mad:

[MayzaPrime]

I love SG stuff... This is just pure awesome :D:D:D

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-custom-G1-Generations-Titan-Class-SHATTERED-GLASS-METROPLEX-/331047994394?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4d13ff841a

[SuspectimusPrime]

I love SG stuff... This is just pure awesome :D:D:D

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-custom-G1-Generations-Titan-Class-SHATTERED-GLASS-METROPLEX-/331047994394?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4d13ff841a

Have you seen his Generations Metrotitan (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/radicons-customs/953731-generation-metrotitan.html)? It is pure awesomesauce ;)

[MayzaPrime]

Have you seen his Generations Metrotitan (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/radicons-customs/953731-generation-metrotitan.html)? It is pure awesomesauce ;)

Can't ague with that! :D

That looks awesome, I wish I was talented enough to do custom TFs :(

[nexusnixx]

and i cannot do anything until 4 days from the close of auction to cancel the transaction so that i am not charge ebay fees for a transaction that will never happen....

precisely... open an account just to spam ebay with all those bids.... the best part, I cancelled the bids twice but he/she still wanted to bid the 3rd time.... (did not realize that there is a block ebay ID function- sigh)


i hate when that happens...why do the ppl go thru all that trouble of setting up an account for anyways. :confused::mad:

[jazzcomp]

Why even list it at all? (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Transformers-G1-Masterpiece-GRIMLOCK-Hasbro-Exclusive-MP-08-VERY-RARE-Sealed-/221259620699?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item338419e15b):rolleyes: :confused: :eek:

[Sinnertwin]

On the plus side, you are getting free economy shipping :p

[janda the red]

Why even list it at all? (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Transformers-G1-Masterpiece-GRIMLOCK-Hasbro-Exclusive-MP-08-VERY-RARE-Sealed-/221259620699?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item338419e15b):rolleyes: :confused: :eek:

I've seen this too and can't believe how much of an idiot this guy is...

[lancalot]

Why even list it at all? (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Transformers-G1-Masterpiece-GRIMLOCK-Hasbro-Exclusive-MP-08-VERY-RARE-Sealed-/221259620699?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item338419e15b):rolleyes: :confused: :eek:

:eek::D:D he got high hope for that figure ... seriously what is he thinking :rolleyes:

[nexusnixx]

Money money. Strangely these people do not get spam by fake bidders

[UltraMarginal]

Money money. Strangely these people do not get spam by fake bidders

I was considering just sending this guy a random stupid question.

[lancalot]

I was considering just sending this guy a random stupid question.

:D like what the grading he gave it .... to put it in that price range!

[Sinnertwin]

I was considering just sending this guy a random stupid question.

Like if nothing sticks to teflon, how does teflon stick to the pan?

[MayzaPrime]

Why even list it at all? (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Transformers-G1-Masterpiece-GRIMLOCK-Hasbro-Exclusive-MP-08-VERY-RARE-Sealed-/221259620699?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item338419e15b):rolleyes: :confused: :eek:

HAHAHAHA!!!!! Some people are just comedians :D

[crankcase76]

Guess he doesnt know that there is going to be a second run of Grimlock for alot cheaper that he has evaluated his one for......:). Idiot!

[jazzcomp]

Forgot to bid as it ended this morning
Henkei Wildrider (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/121197001894?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

[Jetfire in the sky]

Holy Smokes :eek: Custom Grand Max!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Generation-1-GRAND-MAXIMUS-W-bonus-Pretender-/331025067982?hash=item4d12a1afce&nma=true&si=rAg2b6q1IjpP4t%252B0Wrk6RDUIW%252FQ%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557#ht_34439wt_1403

[Paul Agnew]

Another one for the Official Mis-Transformed Thread. :D

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=131030370918&item=131030370918&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466

[SuspectimusPrime]

Forgot to bid as it ended this morning
Henkei Wildrider (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/121197001894?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

Wow he's really gone down in value.

[1orion2many]

Holy Smokes :eek: Custom Grand Max!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Generation-1-GRAND-MAXIMUS-W-bonus-Pretender-/331025067982?hash=item4d12a1afce&nma=true&si=rAg2b6q1IjpP4t%252B0Wrk6RDUIW%252FQ%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557#ht_34439wt_1403

I'm actually underwhelmed by this custom:confused:

[nexusnixx]

Hmmm ended at USD$1000 seems rather pricey. Oh well happy bidder: customer.

I wonder whether is there a RRP for this? Ha ha


Holy Smokes :eek: Custom Grand Max!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Generation-1-GRAND-MAXIMUS-W-bonus-Pretender-/331025067982?hash=item4d12a1afce&nma=true&si=rAg2b6q1IjpP4t%252B0Wrk6RDUIW%252FQ%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557#ht_34439wt_1403

[Cat]

Sorry but I really don't think that Grand Max looks very good.

Just doesn't work for me.

[Jetfire in the sky]

Tough crowd :p:D
Some customs have it, some don't. :cool:

[jazzcomp]

Custom MP Scorponok (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/custom-transformers-masterpiece-SCORPONOK-g1-mp-lord-zarak-rare-/321236361419?pt=AU_CollectableToys&hash=item4acb2de0cb)

[Mythirax]

Custom MP Scorponok (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/custom-transformers-masterpiece-SCORPONOK-g1-mp-lord-zarak-rare-/321236361419?pt=AU_CollectableToys&hash=item4acb2de0cb)

That is pretty sick.

[jazzcomp]

it just sold for $100 + $50 shipping. Cheap :)

[Jetfire in the sky]

There has been a regular flow of 0 feedback bidders from Thailand selling the most awesome items going, AFA, MISB, the works. Pretty sure it is one almighty scam and I think most bidders are onto it, hence the low price.
My theory is that they are getting pictures from other auctions then setting up a paypal account getting that one payment and disappearing with the money.

[UltraMarginal]

Custom MP Scorponok (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/custom-transformers-masterpiece-SCORPONOK-g1-mp-lord-zarak-rare-/321236361419?pt=AU_CollectableToys&hash=item4acb2de0cb)


it just sold for $100 + $50 shipping. Cheap :)

I was going to say that's great value, and probalby sold at quite a loss


There has been a regular flow of 0 feedback bidders from Thailand selling the most awesome items going, AFA, MISB, the works. Pretty sure it is one almighty scam and I think most bidders are onto it, hence the low price.
My theory is that they are getting pictures from other auctions then setting up a paypal account getting that one payment and disappearing with the money.

then you said this and it's not unlikely at all, so now I'm sorry for the bidder.

[Mythirax]

it just sold for $100 + $50 shipping. Cheap :)

I wish I put a bid on it :( -- Oh well :P

Didn't see second page of posts, now I'm thankful I didn't bid :D

[llamatron]

Yes, for example here was an interesting recent auction from a similar seller, can pretty much guarantee it's a scam.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HUGE-G1-TRANSFORMERS-LOT-BOXED-MEGATRON-TAKARA-STAMPS-50-100-BOTS-/221295694657?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item3386405341

[llamatron]

Aaaand another one of these scam-masters just put up a MIB Black Zarak:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Japanese-vintage-G1-D-311-Transformers-Black-Zarak-Scorponok-Rare-/221307212890?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item3386f0145a

And here is the legitimate auction that they copied the photos and description from:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Transformers-Japanese-vintage-G1-D-311-Black-Zarak-Scorponok-Rare-/400583964819?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item5d44aa3893

I tried to report the item but eBay wanted me to navigate through a series of drop down menus instead of just leaving a brief comment. They don't pay me, I won't do their job for them.

[UltraMarginal]

They don't pay me, I won't do their job for them.

and unfortunately that's how they like it because it means less work for them. which makes it a lot easier for scalpers and scammers to thrive.

I've done the same where the drop down options just didn't fit what I wanted to say and the fields were unapplicable I ended up giving up.

[jazzcomp]

llama, that last seller is legit. I have dealt with babeconvoy before.
The other sellers were all 0 feedback/transactions.

[griffin]

llama, that last seller is legit. I have dealt with babeconvoy before.
The other sellers were all 0 feedback/transactions.

That's what he was saying - that the last auction is the real one, and the fake one above it was stealing his photos to scam a sale.

[jazzcomp]

That's what he was saying - that the last auction is the real one, and the fake one above it was stealing his photos to scam a sale.
Misread it. thought it was all fake.

[Jetfire in the sky]

I have dealt with babeconvoy before.
.

I have as well, great seller.

Good detective work there llamatron :) Scamming SOB's :mad::mad:

[jazzcomp]

Good thing there's paypal protection (I hope)

[nexusnixx]

Very annoying 0 buying reputation eBay ID that just bid on all the items.
I had one that bidded 3 times on my item even though I cancelled them twice. Really desperate to scam to win

[llamatron]

Please put me out of my misery and help solve this mystery...

There's an ebay.com.au seller that's been putting up rare stuff for auction - boxed G1 and pre-G1 items. They list them as BIN auctions. But when they end without selling they relist at a HIGHER price! And in some cases the auctions do sell but they get relisted again anyway! This is a seller that has been registered for a long time with plenty of positive feedback. I cannot figure out what's going on here.

For example:

Boxed Microchange Perceptor

First auction with BIN of $200 sells. (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/takara-microchange-mc-20-microscope-black-perceptor-/121190516119?hash=item1c37848597)

Second auction with BIN of $200 for what seems to be the same item does not sell. (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/takara-microchange-mc-20-microscope-black-perceptor-/121194535762?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item1c37c1db52)

Now relisted a third time with a BIN of $300!?!?! (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/takara-microchange-mc-20-microscope-black-perceptor-/121206683347?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item1c387b36d3)

this is driving me crazy

[griffin]

Why not ask him? He's a board member here, so if you say you are a member here, he might give you an answer.

[theshape]

There are some g1 prototypes on YJP. Any idea where they would be from (ie. G1/reissue)

http://page4.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d146300642

https://www.rinkya.com/en/auction-f133644519

[Skullcruncher]

There are some g1 prototypes on YJP. Any idea where they would be from (ie. G1/reissue)

http://page4.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d146300642

https://www.rinkya.com/en/auction-f133644519

They all look like reissues to me.

[theshape]

not worth bidding on then :p

[Jetfire in the sky]

There are some g1 prototypes on YJP. Any idea where they would be from (ie. G1/reissue)

http://page4.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d146300642

https://www.rinkya.com/en/auction-f133644519

I'd say the Datsun is definitely from the reissue lines but Warpath is a bit more interesting.

[Skullcruncher]

not worth bidding on then :p

Most transformer items are not worth bidding on - doesn't mean you shouldn't. :D

[theshape]

Hehe true. I think my g1 datsun is a better prototype then that one :)

[Cat]

I'd say the Datsun is definitely from the reissue lines but Warpath is a bit more interesting.

What makes you say that?

I'm struggling to see anything interesting about the Warpath shown?

I'd like to see the Datsun transformed, seeing it's got Prowl's arms colour-wise.

It'd be an interesting bot to see.

[Jetfire in the sky]

The bit about Warpath or the Datsun?
The datto is in line with the 2001 reissue prototypes/test shots that I have seen, it has blocking out in the date stamp where Japan should be.
Disregard my comment on Warpath, I believe he is also a prototype/testshot of the re-issue, mainly due to having the Autobot sticker on his turret like the re-issue, at first I thought he might be a country variant.

[Cat]

I meant Warpath, sorry. I don't see anything about it that jumped out at me.

It's also definitely for the reiussues, and it's odd that it's stickered, but not painted.

Looks like a 'created' prototype to me.

But I'm far from an expert.

[Jetfire in the sky]

Looks like a 'created' prototype to me.


For sure, could be a lunch time special :)

[swoop]

Masterpiece Optimus Prime, (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Masterpiece-Optimus-Prime-Toys-R-Us-TRU-MP-10-Hasbro-/281201400437?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4178e8da75&_uhb=1) get it quick boys and girls

[Cat]

Masterpiece Optimus Prime, (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Masterpiece-Optimus-Prime-Toys-R-Us-TRU-MP-10-Hasbro-/281201400437?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4178e8da75&_uhb=1) get it quick boys and girls

I wouldn't be so quick on that.

Did you read the description?

He's swapped out the thighs, and for some reason, repainted the eyes? I don't quite get that, as it was the TT one that didn't have painted eyes, not the Hasbro. So why repaint already painted eyes?

So you're buying a modified figure.

Something to keep in mind before plunking over your $150.

[swoop]

Yep I didn't read the description I was in a hurry to get it posted

[Cat]

I can't understand why he'd have repainted the eyes?

He must have swapped either the entire head, or just the eyepiece, between the figures, and painted over the uncoloured TT one to make it match more, and kept the prepainted Hasbro one on his own?

[Iriorne]

Did he swap and/or repaint the eyes or is he just confirming that the eyes are factory-painted blue, unlike the TT release? Could be interpreted either way, though it's a moot point now the listing has ended.

[Cat]

I assumed he meant he painted them, otherwise it seems like an odd thing to mention. Also that he placed that sentence after describing the thigh mod he did.

I think the eyes do look to be a bit of a darker shade of blue than the standard Hasbro colour, but that could very well just be the lighting of the photo.

Obviously someone doesn't mind it, whatever the explanation.

[Jetfire in the sky]

Just getting this on here in case any of us are bidding on it. Cut and paste from KO section.
Hi team, this item is currently on e-bay and getting a lot of bids and the seller clearly states it isn't a KO but it is as per here http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=121204237067#ht_1253wt_1170

The Sunburts exceeds the Gridline border. I have sent an e-mail to the seller with this reference.

[llamatron]

If I am not mistaken I think the seller also sets up at Nexus fair and I would assume that they are oblivious to it's KO status. Most likely it was fobbed on to them as a legit original and they just believed.

[griffin]

That's the main problem I've had with KOs that aim to pass off as originals - that other people will try to resell it thinking it is the real thing. No matter how "noble" a dealer might try be with making it known that they are selling a fake, it's down the line that someone will end up spending a lot of money on a fake, or try to resell it claiming that it is real... which rips off someone else who isn't aware that fakes exist.
At least if the toys and packaging were obviously coloured differently, you can still buy the rare mould without contaminating the pool of authentic toys, to the point that collectors end up avoiding certain figures just in case it is a fake.

[Jetfire in the sky]

That's the main problem I've had with KOs that aim to pass off as originals - that other people will try to resell it thinking it is the real thing. No matter how "noble" a dealer might try be with making it known that they are selling a fake, it's down the line that someone will end up spending a lot of money on a fake, or try to resell it claiming that it is real... which rips off someone else who isn't aware that fakes exist.
At least if the toys and packaging were obviously coloured differently, you can still buy the rare mould without contaminating the pool of authentic toys, to the point that collectors end up avoiding certain figures just in case it is a fake.

Thats a pretty good point, I hate the KO's but can accept that people want to knowingly buy them for whatever reason, but I guess me generally thinking of people as good never considered that the same person would on-sell one as original at some point just to make a buck.
Some figures have become toxic to buy loose in the last few years but with all things the buyer should beware and do their research, there is more than enough info online now to cover one's buttocks when hunting the G1 gems. One tactic that I have noticed from dodgy e-bay sellers is to have out of focus pictures or parts purposefully cut off to hide that it is a KO,.............I don't even want to go into accessories, be they fake or repro!! :confused:

[Kazza]

Awesome 2007 Movie Customs.

Custom Leader Optimus Prime
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-LEADER-CLASS-OPTIMUS-PRIME-CHIHS-CUSTOM-BLACK-RED-COLOR-AUTOBOT-/281202995561?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4179013169&_uhb=1

Customer Leader Megatron
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-LEADER-CLASS-MEGATRON-CHIHS-CUSTOM-DECEPTICON-/281202996824

[Sinnertwin]

That leader Megatron is :eek:

[Cat]

That's the main problem I've had with KOs that aim to pass off as originals - that other people will try to resell it thinking it is the real thing. No matter how "noble" a dealer might try be with making it known that they are selling a fake, it's down the line that someone will end up spending a lot of money on a fake, or try to resell it claiming that it is real... which rips off someone else who isn't aware that fakes exist.
At least if the toys and packaging were obviously coloured differently, you can still buy the rare mould without contaminating the pool of authentic toys, to the point that collectors end up avoiding certain figures just in case it is a fake.

And that's why my only KO, of a small Vehicle Voltron vehicle, has had prominent sharpie writing added to the back of various pieces saying 'KO' and 'FAKE'.

It doesn't hurt the displayability of the piece, and it means that no matter what happens to me, the likelihoods of it being mistakenly sold as real are signifigantly lowered.

[Megatran]

Just got word that TFSource had put plenty of TF items on eBay, including lots of G1 goodies. Unfortunately, the listings has ended. :( I assume just very recently. I don't have eBay account but would have been good to share with fellow board members had I found out earlier!

Did anyone pick up any bargains, interesting or rare TFs?

[fatalportrait]

MP-11 Starscream, MP-5 Megatron, MP-8 Grimlock, and MP-09B Black Rodimus Convoy.
(http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/transformer-masterpiece-collection-/291015027755?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item43c1d8ec2b&_uhb=1)

Starting bid $850, buy it now for $1200! Only yesterday, the starting bid price was $1000...

[Megatran]

MP-11 Starscream, MP-5 Megatron, MP-8 Grimlock, and MP-09B Black Rodimus Convoy.
(http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/transformer-masterpiece-collection-/291015027755?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item43c1d8ec2b&_uhb=1)

Starting bid $850, buy it now for $1200! Only yesterday, the starting bid price was $1000...

I think the Seller is way too attached to his MPs or aiming really high. And it's a pick up only (for obvious reason), which may deter Buyers.

[nexusnixx]

if we look at $850 (if it closes without further bids)

Megatron $200
Grimlock $250
MP11 starscream $150
MP09 Rodimus $200

my rough estimate on pricing at this moment... i think i am short of $50 in that bundle price


I think the Seller is way too attached to his MPs or aiming really high. And it's a pick up only (for obvious reason), which may deter Buyers.

[Megatran]

if we look at $850 (if it closes without further bids)

Megatron $200
Grimlock $250
MP11 starscream $150
MP09 Rodimus $200

my rough estimate on pricing at this moment... i think i am short of $50 in that bundle price

I was referring to BIN price of $1,200. And original Start Bid price of $1,000 as quoted by fatalportrait.

You can get Reissue MP Grimlock soon for USD170 (+ shipping). ;)

Now you got me Interested to see what it sells for.

[Lint]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Transformers-Fansproject-Blesser-rare-charity-Philippines-Typhoon-Appeal-/151164959879?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item2332223c87

Good opportunity and a good cause for those who don't already own one.

[UltraMarginal]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Transformers-Fansproject-Blesser-rare-charity-Philippines-Typhoon-Appeal-/151164959879?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item2332223c87

Good opportunity and a good cause for those who don't already own one.

That's a good one, this toy should only ever be sold to support a charity cause.

[Hursticon]

That's a good one, this toy should only ever be sold to support a charity cause.

Agreed. :)

[fatalportrait]

if we look at $850 (if it closes without further bids)

Megatron $200
Grimlock $250
MP11 starscream $150
MP09 Rodimus $200

my rough estimate on pricing at this moment... i think i am short of $50 in that bundle price


I was under the impression MP11 was more in the $250-$300 range. And the re-issue is priced at USD$199.

[BigTransformerTrev]

I just won 2 auctions.

One was for ROTF Hoist for $10.50 - free postage

The 2nd was for MISB Titanium Grimlock - $42.50 figure and $23.70 postage so about $66 all up.


What do ya reckon? Good deals or I got screwed? Feeling pretty positive about Hoist. Titanium Grim I've wanted for years - this is the cheapest I've seen him but still think I may have paid too much

[Hursticon]

What do ya reckon? Good deals or I got screwed? Feeling pretty positive about Hoist. Titanium Grim I've wanted for years - this is the cheapest I've seen him but still think I may have paid too much

I wouldn't honestly have a clue on Grimmy dude, but that Hoist deal is marvelous! ;):cool:

[Kazza]

I was referring to BIN price of $1,200. And original Start Bid price of $1,000 as quoted by fatalportrait.

You can get Reissue MP Grimlock soon for USD170 (+ shipping). ;)

Now you got me Interested to see what it sells for.

I just looked at the completed listing for seller, and saw that it actually sold at the BIN price of $1200.:eek:

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/stevenpremium/m.html?item=291015027755&_uhb=1&pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item43c1d8ec2b&LH_Complete=1&rt=nc

[Megatran]

I just looked at the completed listing for seller, and saw that it actually sold at the BIN price of $1200.:eek:

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/stevenpremium/m.html?item=291015027755&_uhb=1&pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item43c1d8ec2b&LH_Complete=1&rt=nc

:eek::eek::eek::eek: Someone felt the urge to buy it at that price. :eek::eek::eek::eek:

I'm sure it'll bring plenty of enjoyment.

[jazzcomp]

Lego Prime (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Loz-Diamond-Block-Transformer-Optimus-Prime-Nano-Block-Lego-Figure-Gift-Series-/190964020366?pt=AU_LEGO&hash=item2c7657b48e&_uhb=1)

[UltraMarginal]

Lego Prime (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Loz-Diamond-Block-Transformer-Optimus-Prime-Nano-Block-Lego-Figure-Gift-Series-/190964020366?pt=AU_LEGO&hash=item2c7657b48e&_uhb=1)

I've seen those blocks, they are very small but the company makes some interesting designs. That entire model wouldn't be much bigger than a Kreon.

[Deonasis]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=221317964633&item=221317964633&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466

Is this the going price for RescueBots Hoist :eek:

[griffin]

That is a bit high for a loose version... but not surprising that Hoist and Medix are going up in value.
Blades was being scalped at hight prices before it was re-released with Hoist and Medix, but since the latter two aren't cartoon characters, and are now not likely to be re-released, they are now pretty rare (because few people would have bought them to resell). Most would have been bought by parents for their kids, and within the next few years some loose ones will show up on ebay as some parents try to sell off the toys their kid has grown out of. While the rare serious collectors who bought them are not likely to sell them for some time... until they give up collecting or have to make some money quickly.
It's like trying to find certain types of mainline gimmick figures, that didn't interest too many serious collectors during release, and were mostly bought by parents... so not many end up being sold off later in collector circles.

[jazzcomp]

Is this low or high?
Chase Dirge SCF (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-SCF-PVC-ACT-6-CHASE-DIRGE-/291017364400?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT&nma=true&si=2OPBokn4t%252FAlB8qWpWi%252B1d8gjrA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc) - zero bidder won.

[Skullcruncher]

KO Devestator on ebay au. 2nd run, I doubt seller even knows - the rest of their TF items appear legit.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/G1-Transformers-Constructicons-with-box-/291024716095?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item43c26cc13f

[reillyd]

I spy a Bludgeon, still sealed (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bludgeon-Pretender-MOSC-Sealed-New-1989-Vintage-Hasbro-G1-Transformers-/200981941107?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2ecb750b73). Be wary of this seller though, been a few members complain about o'l wheeljack

[SuspectimusPrime]

What looks like a good price on a complete Botcon Megazarak (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-BOTCON-Exclusive-Megazarek-/321258214798?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4acc7b558e&_uhb=1).

[SuspectimusPrime]

Was just about to comment on how ridiculous this BIN price for Botcon 2008 Shattered Glass Box set (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Botcon-2008-SHATTERED-GLASS-Box-Set-PRIME-JAZZ-GRIMLOCK-Figure-NEW-/200984356017?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2ecb99e4b1&_uhb=1) is when I came across this:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Botcon-2008-SHATTERED-GLASS-Box-Set-PRIME-JAZZ-GRIMLOCK-Figure-NEW-/200854630751?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2ec3de715f
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?item=111219532953&_from=R40&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT&_sacat=0&_nkw=botcon+2008+box+set&LH_Complete=1&rt=nc
:eek:

[UltraMarginal]

yowsers, what is it about that set???

[SuspectimusPrime]

An incredibly sweet Classicsverse Pretender Grimlock (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PRETENDER-GRIMLOCK-Custom-Transformers-Voyager-/161146788490?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item258518da8a&_uhb=1) made from FOC Grimlock.

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9dxYjsB5tes/Un8ebOGgxKI/AAAAAAAAC9I/lQC9SjFlC88/s1600/pretendg3.jpg

Also from the same customiser, Cheetimus, and because Hasbro won't give this to us, Generations Flywheels (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Generations-FLYWHEELS-Custom-Transformers-Voyager-/151176708545?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2332d581c1&_uhb=1) from Generations Blitzwing.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4kl2s805Ceg/Upa1Ejmc6EI/AAAAAAAADNw/ft0QF0Uk4xI/s1600/DSCN4551.jpg

Images and more info: http://www.cheetimus.com/

[UltraMarginal]

wow they both look great.

[Paulbot]

I've seen those pics before and do think they are great. The Pretender is really thinking outside the square and quite successful. Flywheels colours always looks great on Blitzwing. How many kitbashers need to do it before Hasbro realise that's how the toy should look.

[griffin]

You know that if we don't see it in next year's BotCon set, it means there is a good chance that Hasbro has it on their upcoming agenda (or were planning to do it during 2014).
FunPub would need to use the mould within the next year if they were told by Hasbro "recently" they had no plans to do it... or else FunPub might be told next year that it is now on Hasbro's schedule (after their focus of the Movie line is finished and Hasbro can release more non-Movie product).

The Doubledealer redeco was apparently one FunPub wanted to do but were told that Hasbro were already doing it, so it is a mould they had/have in their sights (and they would be aware of the fan interest in a Flywheels redeco). Since it didn't show up in next year's Subscription Set, and we already know the 2014 Membership figures, it only leaves them with the 2014 BotCon toys before they have to go back to Hasbro with their 2015 toy ideas.

I wonder... if FunPub did end up doing this Flywheels redeco, would they redeco the Springer/Sandstorm mould into Battletrap to make them a matching pair (which would help sell Battletrap, who might not look as good as Flywheels).

[klystron]

Hey all. Just seeking a bit of advice on this Superion (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161150190823?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649).
Thoughts?

Bit keen on getting a complete version rather than picking one up bit by bit, especially given how long its taken my to complete Abominus (i.e. I still haven't).

[UltraMarginal]

Hey all. Just seeking a bit of advice on this Superion (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161150190823?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649).
Thoughts?

Bit keen on getting a complete version rather than picking one up bit by bit, especially given how long its taken my to complete Abominus (i.e. I still haven't).

It's not complete, each of teh individual characters have their own gun which isn't in those pictures, it does look like there are a fair few yellowing parts, so his statement that joints are generally good might be a little bit of an overstatement as well.

I have my original so I have no idea if thats a good deal for todays prices. It's at my parents house in Victoria so I don't have it on hand but I recall the cobined shoulder joints being a little loose. Mine also definitely has some yellowing.

[iamirondude]

Hey all. Just seeking a bit of advice on this Superion (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161150190823?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649).
Thoughts?

Bit keen on getting a complete version rather than picking one up bit by bit, especially given how long its taken my to complete Abominus (i.e. I still haven't).

i wouldn't pay that much for that 1. you can get better examples that are complete for less.

[klystron]

i wouldn't pay that much for that 1. you can get better examples that are complete for less.

See that's why I love this place!

I thought anything less than than about AUD$110 would probably be one of the KO giftset versions??

Appreciate the advice.

[Verno]

Hard Hero Rhinox Statue (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Hard-Hero-Beast-Wars-Rhinox-Statue-444-2500-/231108270747?pt=US_Comics_Figurines&hash=item35cf205a9b) for $20. $20!

Someone please buy that. It's a simply magnificent piece!

[jazzcomp]

i wouldn't pay that much for that 1. you can get better examples that are complete for less.

See that's why I love this place!
I thought anything less than than about AUD$110 would probably be one of the KO giftset versions??
Appreciate the advice.
crankcase got one from the fair with a bit of haggling to below $70. But it was a $100 last fair and no one was biting so the price dropped at the recent one. I paid $100 for mine as well and it's missing it's individual weapons. Not sure how much iamirondude sold his for.

Maybe ask around if anyone's selling theirs?

[iamirondude]

crankcase got one from the fair with a bit of haggling to below $70. But it was a $100 last fair and no one was biting so the price dropped at the recent one. I paid $100 for mine as well and it's missing it's individual weapons. Not sure how much iamirondude sold his for.

Maybe ask around if anyone's selling theirs?

haven't sold him yet. i think my asking price was too high.

[1orion2many]

Hard Hero Rhinox Statue (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Hard-Hero-Beast-Wars-Rhinox-Statue-444-2500-/231108270747?pt=US_Comics_Figurines&hash=item35cf205a9b) for $20. $20!

Someone please buy that. It's a simply magnificent piece!

You really have a lot of love for that don't you Verno:p. If it stays at that I'll bid on it near the end:D

[nexusnixx]

Postage is even more expensive than the item ha ha


You really have a lot of love for that don't you Verno:p. If it stays at that I'll bid on it near the end:D

[UltraMarginal]

Hard Hero Rhinox Statue (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Hard-Hero-Beast-Wars-Rhinox-Statue-444-2500-/231108270747?pt=US_Comics_Figurines&hash=item35cf205a9b) for $20. $20!

Someone please buy that. It's a simply magnificent piece!

If it wasn't also $60 shipping I'd be all over it like a fat kid on a cupcake. I do intend to get one of those suckas one day, but tracked expedited shipping makes a lot of statue/bust purchases hard to justify. I'll be looking for some if I manage to go to Botcon.

[Verno]

You really have a lot of love for that don't you Verno:p. If it stays at that I'll bid on it near the end:D

He's just a magnificent piece. I miss mine, which is back home in Tas.

It's sort of like recommending a great restaurant -- you want as many people to enjoy it as possible. Plus there's only 2500 of him, in the WORLD! :p


If it wasn't also $60 shipping I'd be all over it like a fat kid on a cupcake. I do intend to get one of those suckas one day, but tracked expedited shipping makes a lot of statue/bust purchases hard to justify. I'll be looking for some if I manage to go to Botcon.

Yes, it's certainly a kick in the proverbials, but if the economists are correct and the Aussie dollar continues to drop...

[Verno]

A delicious BW Figure lot (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Beast-Wars-figure-lot-18-figures-Optimus-Megatron-Dinobot-/221330858823?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item338858e347)

'sigh' A decade ago, I'd have been all over this. Averages out to about $12-$14 a figure, sell them at market value individually, make mountains of profit!

The good old days :rolleyes:

[SuspectimusPrime]

Animated Leader Megatron Prototype in yellow. (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6488-transformers-animated-2008-Leader-class-Megatron-prototype-/251382657454?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item3a8792f1ae&_uhb=1)

Animated Leader Megatron Prototpe in black, yellow and red. (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6473-transformers-animated-2008-Leader-class-Megatron-prototype-/261332909033?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item3cd8a7bbe9&_uhb=1)

[Trent]

MP Smokescreen. Apparently they have it in stock.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Transformers-Takara-G1-Masterpiece-MP-19-Smokescreen-Nissan-Fairlady-Z-/400620783923?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item5d46dc0933

[SuspectimusPrime]

Custom MP Scourge (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-MASTERPIECE-G1-SCOURGE-SWEEP-/151181104871?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item23331896e7) (looks a bit like a flying coffin, don't know why people are bidding up to $500.. :eek:).

[Sinnertwin]

Custom MP Scourge (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-MASTERPIECE-G1-SCOURGE-SWEEP-/151181104871?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item23331896e7) (looks a bit like a flying coffin, don't know why people are bidding up to $500.. :eek:).

It's the certificate of authenticity. Gets the big bucks every time :rolleyes:

[TF76]

Not a fan of Mp Scourge, I can think of many other things is rather spend $500 on.

[BigTransformerTrev]

There is an Overlord, with only slight damage, going for $450 Aus :eek:


http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-G1-Overlord-/221297786418?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_146&hash=item3386603e32#ht_1352wt_904


If I had the dosh, or even thought I would soon, I'd be all over this as it's half as much as what I've seen in the past :eek:

[1AZRAEL1]

There is an Overlord, with only slight damage, going for $450 Aus :eek:


http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-G1-Overlord-/221297786418?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_146&hash=item3386603e32#ht_1352wt_904


If I had the dosh, or even thought I would soon, I'd be all over this as it's half as much as what I've seen in the past :eek:

A great display piece. If I didn't have one already, I would get it for sure.

[uteiki]

this one is interesting...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Henkei-Lucky-Draw-Convoy-Optimus-Prime-/161172358315?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item25869f04ab

[1AZRAEL1]

this one is interesting...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Henkei-Lucky-Draw-Convoy-Optimus-Prime-/161172358315?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item25869f04ab

Can see that one going very high...

[SuspectimusPrime]

this one is interesting...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Henkei-Lucky-Draw-Convoy-Optimus-Prime-/161172358315?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item25869f04ab

I was just looking at that. Interesting that the auction is coming from Melbourne :)

Also, if anyone is interested: A possible good price on TFCC Nexus Maximus (nee Prime) (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/131064469447?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649). 1 day left.

[jazzcomp]

Can see that one going very high...
How much was it originally?

[Sinnertwin]

How much was it originally?

$0.
They're given to contestants as prizes, usually run through Japanese magazines, other TF books or TT.

[1AZRAEL1]

How much was it originally?

Like a lucky draw figure, some people would pay through the teeth for it. Mostly for bragging rights I reckon.


$0.
They're given to contestants as prizes, usually run through Japanese magazines, other TF books or TT.

The first 5 yes. Some extra ones were given to designers of the figure, who received it for helping in the figure's creation.

[Skullcruncher]

The first 5 yes. Some extra ones were given to designers of the figure, who received it for helping in the figure's creation.

That's why there is always more than the official count! :D

[UltraMarginal]

Some extra ones were given to designers of the figure, who received it for helping in the figure's creation.

this is one of those, apparently the guy is Australian and is trying to raise money for an endeavour he's undertaking next year. (read that on Seibertron)

Look out for more stuff from this seller in the near future.

[SuspectimusPrime]

IDW fans have got to check this out - non-transforming Decepticon Justice Division scratch-built/Shapeways printed customs by Xaviercal (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Decepticon-Justice-Division-Team-by-Xaviercal-/331087117624?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4d16547d38&_uhb=1). Loving Tarn's insignia face.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIzNlgxNjAw/z/8-EAAOxyVaBSrAWn/$_57.JPG

Via eBay.

[Trent]

That is awesome. My one complaint is that Tarn isn't bulky enough.

But I'm impressed :cool:

[SuspectimusPrime]

That is awesome. My one complaint is that Tarn isn't bulky enough.

But I'm impressed :cool:

It would be awesome when the DJD get more panel time to showcase their alt modes and we start seeing more creative customs/scratch builds from the pros.

[Trent]

It would be awesome when the DJD get more panel time to showcase their alt modes and we start seeing more creative customs/scratch builds from the pros.

We need to see all their alt modes so we can get 3rd Party MPs of these. In all seriousness, I would die from happiness.

Serious.

[UltraMarginal]

They do look really good.

[MayzaPrime]

We need to see all their alt modes so we can get 3rd Party MPs of these. In all seriousness, I would die from happiness.

Serious.

+1

[Sinnertwin]

Amazing :eek:

[yoshi594]

this one seems way to cheap to be real!

Henkei Starscream (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Red-TAKARA-TRANSFORMERS-HENKEI-CLASSIC-G1-D-02-STARSCREAM-MISB-Toys-Kids-/301032724381?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item4616f2d79d)

[griffin]

I would be careful with that, as that seller has KOs for sale, and the listing is very vague on if that is a legit Starscream.
Their MP Tigertrack is also ridiculously cheap ($40 & free shipping), but has no mention of it being a fake (it would have to be at that price).

[SuspectimusPrime]

Custom Generations Transmetal Waspinator by Xaviercal (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Generations-Transmetal-Waspinator-/331088396789?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4d166801f5&_uhb=1).

Custom MP Midwarp Skywarp (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Custom-Transformers-Masterpiece-Midwarp-Skywarp-MP-03G-Mp-03-/171189818065?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item27dbb552d1&_uhb=1) (warping in midflight).

[UltraMarginal]

if that clear starscream mold has been good for anything, it's beautiful customs like this one.

[Trent]

Custom Generations Transmetal Waspinator by Xaviercal (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Generations-Transmetal-Waspinator-/331088396789?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4d166801f5&_uhb=1).

Custom MP Midwarp Skywarp (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Custom-Transformers-Masterpiece-Midwarp-Skywarp-MP-03G-Mp-03-/171189818065?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item27dbb552d1&_uhb=1) (warping in midflight).

The price of that Skywarp is a little deterring :eek:

[MayzaPrime]

Custom Generations Transmetal Waspinator by Xaviercal (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-CUSTOM-Generations-Transmetal-Waspinator-/331088396789?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item4d166801f5&_uhb=1).

Custom MP Midwarp Skywarp (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Custom-Transformers-Masterpiece-Midwarp-Skywarp-MP-03G-Mp-03-/171189818065?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item27dbb552d1&_uhb=1) (warping in midflight).

They look awesome! :D

[Sinnertwin]

They look awesome! :D

Indeed :D

[griffin]

Animated Bumblebee slippers (http://www.ebay.com/itm/TRANSFORMERS-BUMBLEBEE-CAR-PLUSH-SLIPPERS-5-6-NEW-/350956501735?pt=US_Baby_Toddler_Shoes&hash=item51b6a33ae7)... both cute and creepy.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Animated Bumblebee slippers (http://www.ebay.com/itm/TRANSFORMERS-BUMBLEBEE-CAR-PLUSH-SLIPPERS-5-6-NEW-/350956501735?pt=US_Baby_Toddler_Shoes&hash=item51b6a33ae7)... both cute and creepy.

Where this is demand there will be supply.

[theshape]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-TAIKONGZAHNS-IRON-HIDE-40cm-TALL-Bigger-than-leader-class-/191014660851?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item2c795c6af3

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-knpCsUjX1L8/UJWlCxN8lhI/AAAAAAAAGWk/_ODNnh5BR_4/s640/facepalm-captain-picard.jpg

[ILikeSoundwave]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-TAIKONGZAHNS-IRON-HIDE-40cm-TALL-Bigger-than-leader-class-/191014660851?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item2c795c6af3

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-knpCsUjX1L8/UJWlCxN8lhI/AAAAAAAAGWk/_ODNnh5BR_4/s640/facepalm-captain-picard.jpg

Oh my...

[Mythirax]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TRANSFORMERS-TAIKONGZAHNS-IRON-HIDE-40cm-TALL-Bigger-than-leader-class-/191014660851?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item2c795c6af3

Well, was a good laugh at least. I see an optimus one like this that is huge, in some small asian store near me all the time. It's been on the shelf unmoved for like nearly a year now?

[MayzaPrime]

HAHAHA Who says there is no Christmas cheer... I have been laughing at
'This massive huge third party transformer will dwarf your leader class Transformers! A real stand out piece for any Transformer Movie collectors!'

I really hope noone is silly enough to buy it

[mknell]

Mp-18 streak $47 with free shipping????

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Toy-World-Transformers-Movie-Trilogy-Series-Blue-Thunder-MP-18-Figure-/181287808776?ssPageName=ADME:X:eRTM:AU:1123

[Trent]

Mp-18 streak $47 with free shipping????

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Toy-World-Transformers-Movie-Trilogy-Series-Blue-Thunder-MP-18-Figure-/181287808776?ssPageName=ADME:X:eRTM:AU:1123

Some good Chinese to English translations there! :) Has anyone bought from that seller before? Some good prices on stuff but seems dodgy.

I might be willing to take a punt on the MakeToys Fallen "pervert" figure at $43 posted.

[Iriorne]

Looks pretty suspect to me:

Bad translations
a mish-mash of stock images and what looks like photos pinched from the internet and other listings
prices that are too good to be true, at least in the case of most of the third party items.

[mknell]

what makes me scratch my head most is that I don't know if streak hss been KOed yet, I know mp sideswipe has

[Iriorne]

I doubt it's been KOd yet; Prowl only released in September and Streak in October. From memory it took 6-8 months for Lambor KOs to start appearing? The price on that isn't too ridiculous as some of the Japanese vendors were selling it for in the region of $45 + shipping.

[SuspectimusPrime]

what makes me scratch my head most is that I don't know if streak hss been KOed yet, I know mp sideswipe has

A lot of the other stuff they're selling has not been KO'ed. While it looks like the seller has an alright feedback rating (score of 80 @ 97%), none (http://feedback.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&ftab=AllFeedback&userid=ni_jay1988&iid=-1&de=off&items=25&interval=0&mPg=5&page=1) of their previous positive feedback for listings has been transformers. However as Trent mentioned, it might be worth a punt.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Looks like there are a lot of triggerhappy bidders out there:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Toy-World-Transformers-Movie-Trilogy-Series-Blue-Thunder-MP-18-Figure-/181286563328?pt=AU_Toys_Hobbies_Diecast_Vehicles&hash=item2a35856e00&_uhb=1&autorefresh=true

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Toy-World-Transformers-Movie-Trilogy-Series-Blue-Thunder-MP-18-Figure-/181287808776?pt=AU_Toys_Hobbies_Diecast_Vehicles&hash=item2a35986f08&_uhb=1
^ This BIN listing had a quantity of 3 leftover when the above auction was still active.

[CBratron]

Damn those look sus.
Green Giant pic listed as Herc and all claiming to be from the transformers movie trilogy.

[Dangermot]

Well I am more than a little suspicious now. I sent an e-mail asking if the MP-10 was the Hasbro or Takara version and if they had any more pics. This is their reply:


Dear d*******,

sorry
no more photos
i am in office , not factory
thanks




Dear ni_jay1988,

Hi,
Is this the Takara or Hasbro version of MP-10 and do you have any more pictures of it please?

- d*******

[WeallscreamforStarscream]

so they're 'in office.. not factory' that line tells me that it would be a KO from their factory.

what other factory would be producing these??

[Trent]

so they're 'in office.. not factory' that line tells me that it would be a KO from their factory.

what other factory would be producing these??

Factory could also mean warehouse, or any number of other things. Or it could have been an outright lie.

I doubt that these are KOs as many of those figure haven't been KO'd or we'd have heard about it before now.

[Trent]

Question I sent to the seller earlier today regarding the MakeToys Fallen figure:




Dear ni_jay1988,

Is this an official MakeToys item as shown in e picture, brand new, sealed in the box? Is it a KO?

And the reply I just received:



Dear Trent,

yes KO with box
thanks


So there you go.

[Iriorne]

Interesting. Rumours of a KO Giant have been circulating since last year but I think most people had written them off as just that after so long with no news.

[Ploughmans Lunch]

Took a punt on MP-18, fingers crossed.

[Starscream77]

Question I sent to the seller earlier today regarding the MakeToys Fallen figure:





And the reply I just received:





So there you go.

Even more suss is that last week this seller had hundreds of items for sale and now he shows as having no items.
Concerning for anyone that took a punt on his stuff

[SuspectimusPrime]

Even more suss is that last week this seller had hundreds of items for sale and now he shows as having no items.
Concerning for anyone that took a punt on his stuff

Yeah the guy continuously had good feedback increasing during the period of Transformers listings (when the listings were active his feedback score was 80 and now its 86). One of them was a giant plush teddy bear (my girlfriend was eyeing it!) that sold on a Friday, and then positive feedback was given the next day.


Positive feedback rating :-) s***s ( 61Blue star icon for feedback score in between 50 to 99) 28-Dec-13 04:45
NEW White GIANT 55''BIG CUTE PLUSH TEDDY BEAR HUGE SOFT 100% COTTON TOY 140CM (#181286013077) AU $37.00 View Item

Just checked, here is another super suss feedback. 'Positive' feedback was given 30mins after the listing ended. Either these 'buyers' are really trusting or Chinese posties are that good.


the best 8***a ( 13Yellow star icon for feedback score in between 10 to 49) 31-Dec-13 17:31
NEW GIANT 63''BIG CUTE BROWN PLUSH TEDDY BEAR HUGE SOFT 100% COTTON TOY 200CM (#181289770143) AU $35.00 View Item

[reillyd]

Always pay with paypal, their consumer protection is pretty decent lately from all my refund cases. Don't ever pay their credit card processor, as you have less recourse.

[neeno]

Hi, i'm new here...
I just won several figures from ni_jay1988, i know that he's very suspicious mostly because he don't have and can't provide real pics on his listings and the worst is his english is so bad, he can't understand what my questions are. I searched through the web and find out that only otca discussed about him.
Okay, so i paid the first item and waiting for him to give me tracking no. and after he sent me the no. I have spent 3 days trying to trace the shipping status but the website always says not found, i'm totally f*cked.