I don't see the problem with Grimlocks Transformation, yes its pretty much the same as the G1 toy, but everyone complained when they changed Starscreams transformation, it seems no matter what TAk-TOM do asthetics wise fans will always be unhappy.

The price thing is a different matter. It bugs the hell out of me, If you ask me they saw that Bandai and other companys were charging more for thier deluxe items and followed suite. The old Masterpieces were always a bargin compared to comparable toys from other lines. Grrr!