Ugh...this mold needs to be retired already. (And after Dirge, I'm sure it will be). I still have a sealed TRU Masterpiece Starscream. I wonder if it has any of the issues these Takara ones have?

 

Does anybody know where we can order one of these reissue MP11s? I thought once they were released that Anime Export or HLJ would have a few for sale afterwards, but apparently not so.

I'm trying to see if I can land one that fixes the issues from the last MP11s, that was fixed with the Hasbro version. I've read the QC on them if a bit iffy, but I'm willing to take a chance. Anything available other than ebay? Thanks. I'd like to import it, so no State-side sellers please.

 

Last I checked AmiAmi still had some.

 

Not necessarily. Robot Heroes & Yes Model/BB7 have done a good job with it  

 

Cool, you're right. I'm just wondering if I chance the QC...basically, the floppy waist of my original MP11 is unacceptable given the status of the updated Thundercracker and Skywarp. But Ami Ami returns seem pretty tight...will they recognize a floppy waist as a 'product defect'? I'm gonna think about it, but probably give it a try anyway. I've got the Hasbro MP11 and it's actually pretty perfect....but I prefer the non blue nosecone of the Takara model. Both my originals will hit ebay if this updated one fits the bill.

 

So which two screws did you loosen? To be honest, I haven't had much time to mess with mine and look him over but I'm sure it's the same issue. Love to know where to look to fix him up this weekend.

 

Quick question for those who ordered from Anime Export:

What does their 'backorder' status mean? That they might be getting more product in? It's kinda cryptic on the website. I've seen this answered here before, but can't find it anymore. I see that the reissue Starscream is backordered. I'm not holding my breath, but does anybody know what that actually means, ie, does it mean it's actually pretty much gone? Thanks.

 

AE sometimes has older releases pop up as one-offs, what you're seeing is one of those one-off restocks that someone has purchased. I think until they've paid in full it stays listed as 'backorder', so occasionally it could go back into in-stock status, but that's quite rare. It'll disappear altogether soon.

All these 'only one' products are listed under the Specials section of AE's website.

 

Yeah, Starscream was there for like a day, on backorder. Now he's gone. I'll try Ami Ami, but I'm still wary of getting one that has the same torso issue as my first MP11.

 

Don't worry, I just got my reissue and he's tight. Great QC all around, no more floppy waist issue. Too bad my box has a hole the size of a fist that ripped from the shipping box all the way to the plastic clamshell that either Japan Post or USPS did. Luckily that plastic clamshell kept Starscream safe. I just about had a heart attack when I saw my package.

 

I hope I can get one. Need mp10 to go with my mp cars

 

Wow, that musta sucked! I guess it's off to Ami Ami for me, lol, but the AE tease was pretty sad while it lasted  

 

some pics of my 2017 starscream   

 

I must be the only one who cant stand the headsculpt they are using on the seekers.

 

WOW...what a great group of pics! Looks like your Starscream is flawless, from the photos. Tell us: does the torso lock in like Thundercracker and Skywarp?

I'm also pleased today because I managed to snag one from AE's website...I've been checking multiple times a day, and this morning it paid off. It will be a while before I can see it, as I'll get it shipped with MP Sunstreaker in November, but...can't wait! It also seems to have the small details that the Hasbro version left out...stuff like the lights on the wing tips being green and red.

If the torso fix is in, and there's no obvious scratches, I'll be stoked. My MP Skywarp and Thundercracker are both unreal in terms of QC, they're just missing 'the boss'...and I won't mention the Coneheads here, because...well, I'm glad to have them, but QC wise, they dropped the ball (particularly on MP Thrust).

But The Big Three will soon be together at long last...what started with Starscream will END with Starscream  

 

Nice photos. It's really cool that people get another shot at these.

 

thanks! Regarding the torso, it's quiet hard to fix it in place, but once you have fix it, it'sturdy, more than my thundercracker and skywarp.

thanks!

 

anyone bought the reissued mp-10? How is the QC?

 

Great pictures @dante78! Screamer is an essential piece in the Masterpiece collection and these pictures do him justice.

 

Despite the awesome of this mold (and ignoring its tab issues), I just cant justify replacing my mp3 with it. The paintjob on the Hazbro US exclusive in jet mode is just too killer.
Plus the smirking head.