yes the difference between MP10 and SW was the online ordering... definitely
just a pity the packing was literally non existent (mine came in a box, no packing material, nothing)
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yes the difference between MP10 and SW was the online ordering... definitely
just a pity the packing was literally non existent (mine came in a box, no packing material, nothing)
You did well, mine came in a bag.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dinkydarth
I've sent TRU another email today after a week with no reply.
I only just got a reference number. It is at least something.
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What about? A damaged box?
Yeah, just a little scratch.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dinkydarth
Considering that postage is anywhere between $9 to $15 , how long is the piece of string. It's delivered by a private courier and quite prompt (notification email today, item received the next day)
Packing material like bubble wrap, peanuts, mailing box , etc is cost. I guess TRU should state if one like the box mint collector's grade, please pay more.
Then another matter will arise what is collector grade?
+1 was surprised they where in the condition they where when they arrivedQuote:
Originally Posted by DQuick
While ordering I though it would take longer to get to me. I didn't realise they sent by courier when I ordered.Quote:
Originally Posted by nexusnixx
I thought they would just put it in the post in a box. So with that and what I would assume would be a bulk business discount with the postal services, I thought $10-15 sounded about right.
I assume all the stock is well gone by now.
Missed out. Dang it.
Yeah. Where are you actually located? I have one to offload in Sydney/Parramatta.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stompy
I could post interstate but that could be tricky with the additional postage if there are QC problems...
I hope you get an appropriate response from TRU re the damaged box. I know if I got such a box I would kick up a sting.
Let us know what is the end result
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Originally Posted by Golden Phoenix
Is it just box damage? Honestly if is just that, I wouldn't be worried. Unless your intent was to AFA grade it. :rolleyes:
TRU might waive the shipping fee. Unsure you want to return it for a refund.
Not many people get excellent condition boxes, I would think you have to grab one from the stores before it reached the shelf as they do the security tie which crisp the box anyway.
I have a few dings with mine and is like 5 km from the TRU store. Can't be helped. I have chucked my box one side.
It's not just AFA collectors that are particular about the packaging. Personally, if I were paying a premium for a just-released collectable, I would want it to be case fresh as well, not looking like it was sitting on the store shelves for 12 months. That's not an unreasonable expectation.
I understand, however.......you have to make a choice of owning one or giving up one at the moment. Even if they compensate it wouldn't be much, as they would ask you to return and get a refund which will end up not owning one.Quote:
Originally Posted by 5FDP
so I've been away from the forums for some time now doing a reno on our apartment took up all my time.
I pretty much gave up on hunting at retail because I wasnt getting any Prime line toys and no WFC for me either. Though today was at the TRU in Moore Park with my son killing time and found 3 MP Soundwaves with all five cassettes. there were three, now only two left, for $149.
also...there were also two Titan Metroplexes and a couple bruticus, grimlock box sets. I already had Metro, and was eyeing the Grimlock, but think the Bruticus is fugly so I passed.
figured this should go in this thread as it's more relevant to MP SW.
probably old news but thought I would share anyway.
I don't disagree per se, but TRU are probably more geared towards selling to parents who are buying for children and see the packaging as nothing more than rubbish. I once had a TRU manager explicitly tell me that toy packaging is "just rubbish." That's how little they understand about collectors. :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by 5FDP
That's because they are a toy store, not a collectors toy's store so there is a difference REGARDLESS MP is a collector's piece. I would whinge about it but end of the day you gotten one where many missed out.
Simply put if those collector's toy shops in hk sell items damaged like these they would be out of business. TRU is not such a store.
hmmmm..... the recent platinum edition transformers lines really have pretty boxes, hence if some TRU retailer tells me, it is just a box, I think then toys should be shipped in its natural toy form... ha ha ha...
one man's rubbish is another man's treasure...
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Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime
One store manager's opinion does not (fortunately) reflect the intentions of Head Office, who have buying staff there acquiring certain items aimed at Collectors.Quote:
Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime
If you hear one talk like that again, politely tell them to speak to the product manager at the Head Office about how much "rubbish" that item means to TRU.
The toy was shipped in its natural form, a brown box holding two.
On top of this the ones I managed to saw on reserved were all secured with the security wrap tag thus spoiling the box "anyway'.
If they respected the product, it should have padded protection when shipped, but there wasn't any at all.
Is it likely for another wave during December?
I don't think so, did you missed out? have you checked the sales section here?
Saw one or two listed below the rrp price. so yeah grab them if you missed.:)
Thanks for the thought Tober. I'd have jumped that opportunity but my finances are really tight at the moment. A friend was willing to put it on plastic if found locally.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tober
If you still have it when I have the finances I'd take it off your hands. Hmmm... maybe I should sell some old bots...
I can hold on to it for you for another week. If there are no other reserves I will take it back to TRU.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stompy
Been lurking for a while, I'm definitely interested in taking it off your hands if you still have one. Happy to drive around but I'm based in North Sydney and was trying to avoid driving out to Penrith again (picked up an Omega Supreme out there to go with Optimus Snake edition).Quote:
Originally Posted by Tober
I can't seem to PM yet (guessing it's because I'm Protoform) but let me know best way to get in touch with you.
I'll give stompy a week, then I'll offer it to you if he can't make it. I'm in Carlingford (near Epping) so can meet up easily enough.Quote:
Originally Posted by cafeman
Yes, you can't PM as a Protoform. Post an intro thread if you intend to stick around and you should be raised soon enough.
I heard TRU US is getting more stock in for Christmas! Hope here will be the same.
Thanks, appreciate it. Will post an intro thread shortly!Quote:
Originally Posted by Tober
You can go ahead and give it to someone local. Finances aren't good. Cheers for holding though.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tober
No problem. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stompy
I can confirm that TRU Parramatta have a bunch of MP Soundwave's. I just called today - that might help for ppl wanting to try retail - $150. ;)
Try the TRU Membership and use the coupon to get the 10% discount.Quote:
Originally Posted by bassbot
TRU having 25% off tomorrow for 4 days
See my thread
Yeah it works comes to $112
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...psc9fcfd8a.jpg
^ Good things come to those who wait. ;)
wow $112 with all the cassettes! thats awesome.. im heading out to my local TRU today with my coupon (thanks Dinkydarth!!) hopefully they have one instock
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Originally Posted by WeallscreamforStarscream
call them up and ask if they have any, they girl was nice and said she had one left and can hold it for me until i finished work and got there
i called my local and they have only one left in stock.. gotta feed the kids and rush down there coz they said they cant hold ANYTHING this time of year. i even offered to pay for it over the phone.. not happy man.... and she said its only got the one cassette??
hmmmmm...
Hey all any still around the Sydney area
And you believe her? you do know the box is sealed and she can't see beyond that.Quote:
Originally Posted by WeallscreamforStarscream
I like the fact that she doesn't hold it, as is rightfully anyone's game. I wasn't able to hold either so this is correct.