thecorsair
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What constitutes a "third party MP" is really just a matter of opinion, for the most part.
FansToys' version of Shockwave, "Quakewave", is considered a Masterpiece figure - and possibly even BETTER than official MPs - by most of those who own one. Personally, I passed on it because I think Takara could still do better and it's a character I could see them doing at some point (though admittedly, I would be up for trading for one).
iGear's versions of Thrust, Ramjet and Dirge could be considered MP figures. They're quite obviously directly copied from the old MP-03 Starscream mold. Ditto Faith Leader, if you like a somewhat smaller version of Prime (a direct copy of the MP-01 mold).
iGear's Weapons and Medical Specialists (Ironhide and Ratchet, respectively) are nearly there... I had them in my MP display for a long time, but eventually sold them. They just aren't G1 accurate enough for me, now that Takara's started to do MP versions of the other Autobot cars.
I've still got iGear's Hench (Brawn) and XTransbots' Glider (Powerglide) displayed with my MPs and they fits in nicely in terms of scale and looks. Sure, neither of them are "MP quality" in terms of design (especially Glider), but they look the part, which is good enough for me. I will be adding iGear's Cogz (Gears) when he gets released, too.
There are some customizers out there that could do that sort of thing for you, but it'd be expensive... I've never heard of a third party company doing commissions but I suppose if you're rich enough and willing to back a project financially, why not?
BrooklynWolfX,
I would advise caution if you deal with customisers as some of them are con artists who'll steal your stuff.
