*update*

On basis of advice from Whoop, I've pushed for a 20% partial refund and the seller has agreed. I think its a good compromise and am moderately happy with the result (since Fracas and the TM Box, which is the variant one, are in reasonably good condition).

Sky Shadow, thanks for the except of Fred's Variant's page and also the photos.

I've compared the photo, cross checked against Dlin & Tietjens, cross checked against Transformers: Generations and also searched through lots of TM Scourge pics online and am satisfied that the parts are probably original on the basis that the TM Scourge bonnet sticker does indeed have a slightly metallic sheen compared with the regular Scourge bonnet sticker which is deeper blue.

Once again, thanks Sky Shadow, Whoop and Kup! Your help and comments have been invaluable!