I think based on my observations with my armoured VF-25 that I might have thrown a few people off getting one - despite its flaws, I still love the VF-25. The diecast, sturdiness of the toy outweighs all its flaws . I also think the pose of VF-25G I used makes it look less impressive - the armoured kit is meant to go on the Alto version and is coloured accordingly to match. The blue colours of the VF-25G don't blend well with the armoured kit colours. I'll take pics again when my VF-25F arrives. If you need convincing of how good the VF-25 can look, here are pics of the fast pack versions: