Last week we reported news of another BAPE exclusive, this time being a Red Redeco of Masterpiece Optimus Prime. Earlier today BAPE updated their website with official images of the release. According to the update, this figure will be priced at¥19,224 (roughly $159.49). Although the exchange rate price seems reasonable for an exclusive such as this, the figure itself will actually be purchasable only via a lottery system (i.e. customers will purchase a limited supply of lottery tickets, then purchase the item).
If this red redeco of Optimus Prime is needed in your collection, you’ll likely have to pay a aftermarket price or have someone middleman it for you. Good luck either way if you’re looking to add this figure to your collection!
Images are after the jump for your viewing.
hugoboss
So I'm debating what to get in my pursuit of completing my MP collection. I'm a few pre-MP10 figures left from doing so. Instead of creating a new thread, should I get MP-10R or MP-4 as my next purchase? I'm undecided. Thanks for the input.
PoweredConvoy
I got mine. He's nicer than I imagined.
Hicks_Royel
Oh…. no. No, I'd buy two if he were easier to come by. My MP collection only lacks two figures at this point, I'd prefer to keep it that way.
CankleBreaker
Gonna sell HR?
Hicks_Royel
… Because pictures on a monitor are always the best source of color accuracy.
But yeah, lackluster… That describes it well.
Autovolt 127
I coulda told you that by just looking at pictures of him when he first announced.
Hicks_Royel
I don't know how to explain it. I'm glad to have it… but the colors are kinda bland. I wanted the burgundy to be richer and probably a gloss finish. And the upper body is more of a fuchsia? It's just… not what my brain pictured at all.
But, hey, he had finger tips… that's a step up from one of my MP-10As.
Exodus
Haha do tell?
Hicks_Royel
Mine arrived. Kinda underwhelming.
Exodus
That's good to know. AE has him in stock again.
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Destron UK
It didn't effect the price of the green ones. If anything the official one got more expensive.
hugoboss
Looks like a KO is in the works. Wonder how much it'll affect the authentic ones…
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=524897014898&toSite=main
Exodus
Sort of good amount Had to sell off most of my ML collection for it. But worth it since it helps clear up a lot more space haha.
hugoboss
Nice. How much did it set you back?
Exodus
Got my Red Bape, quite happy to have it.
Hicks_Royel
Yeah… I don't much like the idea either. Got a ship notice though from my ebay purchase.
Exodus
Yeah I wouldn't use them…
tco
I used to use Buyee but it turned a nightmare to me as my account was suddenly terminated without any reason after my full payment. Fortunately, I managed to get back all my money with the help of Paypal. I have been using Sendico quite sometimes, so far I am happy with their service despite they are slow in replying my message
hugoboss
Hmm…I've never heard of them but I may give them a try. THanks!
tco
Just got mine with USD490 shipped, thanks to Sendico.com. I'm truly satisfied their service as my item reach in perfect condition.