Botcon Paint Samples and More on eBay

Discussion in 'Transformers News and Rumors' started by RoboticPlanet, Dec 14, 2008.

  1. Optimus Prime

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    I'm going to have to sell quite a few of my rare TFs if I maintain high bid on Rotorbolt...but I think it'd be worth it. It's awesome that these are up for auction.
     
  2. Thundershot

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    I wonder if Pete's heart skipped a beat when he saw the name of this thread. Especially since it's unlikely even FP has samples of whatever Botcon set is coming next year. :D 



    Chris
     
  3. Vector Sigma

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    Thats actually what I assumed when I first read the title...
     
  4. Delphan Rane

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    Thanks for the clarification, and now that u've pointed it out, I do see the yellow parts. I knew some of the blue was pianted because it appears so, however, I was thinking there were some parts that were also molded because the application was so smooth.
     
  5. Malach Ra

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    even though it looked like a BFC, some of the parts look like molded blue plastic, except where you could see the black coming thru on the blue, but it made sense cause theres an all blue hotspot/RID Optimus with a defensor head mold out there. The application was smooth, I agree.

    God, I want that hard copy.
     
  6. Kaye

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    ok, A G already? Really? You guys know what snipping is right? We REALLY don't need it to go that high....

    Anyone taking credit for being s****a? Yeah, let me make you a little side offer....lol
     
  7. Delphan Rane

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    I'm actually glad the names are hidden on this one, it'll keep ppl from intentionally trying to drive the price up for certain bidders. And yes, doesn't anyone know what sniping is... The auction still has 6 more days left. geez :p 
     
  8. Malach Ra

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    i never understood this also, if you want something, wait till the last minute to act, otherwise you could drive the price up on yourself. that torca is becoming more out of reach by the moment.
     
  9. Kaye

    Kaye Kollector Extraordinaire

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    Snipping...sniping...same difference...I can spell I swear...

    Didn't someone bid up one of the Protectobots just for giggles when you were bidding on it? What was the resolution of that?

    Yeah, this gets too crazy from people driving it up then I'll kitbash the damn thing myself....then sell in on eBay as an "authentic replica"

    Isn't it amazing how it automatically adds value when it's a Hartman Auction? Jon, Karl....you should autograph these things.
     
  10. Karl Hartman

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    It wouldn't really be the proper thing to do for Jon or me to autograph these items. That's all I will say on the matter.

    Karl
     
  11. Kaye

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    Just to clarify...that was a bad joke. I don't think Delphane or I would have been to happy with autographed G2 toys....
     
  12. ultraconvoy

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    I see a bidding war already. this should be fun.
     
  13. Delphan Rane

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    There was no resolution. I coulda just chose not to bid on Blades auction. Oh well.

    And I was thinking the same thing about the kitbashing. ;) 

    Ha ha, why not? I'm sure it woulda doubled their value. :ev: 
     
  14. omegafix

    omegafix Mechanically Insane

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    as long as Glen Halit doesnt get a dime out of these auctions ill bid
     
  15. Beastbot X

    Beastbot X Old skool. In a lot of ways.

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    Suddenly Botcon exclusives are looking REALLY cheap.
     
  16. influence82

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    The prototypes look cool. Thanks for the behind the scenes lessons, guys.
     
  17. Cloudraker

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    Hmm. Which of these are the attendee feebies I wonder?

    At any rate, it looks like I'll be saving lots of money on Botcon toys this year if these are indeed Botcon toys. Unless the figures in the box set knock one out of the park.

    Defensor or whoever he is looks hideous to me. I was expecting to much perhaps for it being the 25th anniversary.
     
  18. Thundershot

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    ummmm....... Those are toys that were never produced. NOT upcoming Botcon toys....
     
  19. Seeker

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    Man that is one ugly Optimus. I mean Defensor...
     
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  20. BlueAngel_Bolt

    BlueAngel_Bolt I'M REALLY FEELING IT

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    *looks at defensor*
    O_O
    @_@
    *goes epileptic*