Iron Man Mark XLII Life Size Bust

[Phoenixblazes]

Might cancel this. The ****** exchange rate and shipping cost would take the overall total to around $1500 Aussie dollars, and based on those pictures it isn't worth it.

The double rewards influenced me to order it, but I should have waited for pics.

It's still $1,349.99 at Popcultcha (Australia). Though to tell you the truth I don't know if I'm going to cancel my order or not. Probably wait until the in hand pics.

That is of course dependent on whether anyone on this board is still getting this!

As from recent comments I don't know if anyone is keeping their orders.

 

[j97e1]

I've canceled mine. The chest plate paint looks bad. Not only the brushed look is gone, but what's with all the lumps and dents?
Too expensive for it to be custom fixed, especially after dropping $1000 USD on it.

 

[Y4NK33 PL4N3T]

Yes, as predicted by many here when they first announced this bust.

Yikes, and yeah I'm pretty sure the majority here expressed a similar sentiment about being wary about the brushed metal metallic proto.

Still, the fact that Sideshow opened pre orders with the brushed metal metallic proto and has covertly removed those pics with the new ones that are a far cry from from the original without saying a peep is poor form imo.

They did the same thing with the Mk 6 bust. Do they think that collectors don't notice?

It seems ridiculous that you would lose out on the nrd on false advertising.

 

[Collectorcol]

...And the Predator 2 LSB.

They say Prototype Shown and finished product may vary to get around the false advertising

 

[The Tuggernaut]

It's still $1,349.99 at Popcultcha (Australia). Though to tell you the truth I don't know if I'm going to cancel my order or not. Probably wait until the in hand pics.

That is of course dependent on whether anyone on this board is still getting this!

As from recent comments I don't know if anyone is keeping their orders.

So it'll be a little cheaper from Popcultcha. Did you order from there or Sideshow?

 

[ronkam]

ughh again im so sad about the final product... it does seem like false advertising the paint app is horrible, the statue itself is lumpy and uneven, details are non existent where there shouldve been details.. why advertise the brushed metal effect if it wont even happen... i cant believe they're able to take such a nice prototype and wreck it like that... for the price they are asking for it is ridiculous i hope most of the people cancel they're order because this is unacceptable... and this type of business practice shouldn't be allowed... its like robbing people esp with the NRD... good thing i didn't give into the prototype pic and i definitely will never pre order a sideshow and legacy statue..

 

[Phoenixblazes]

So it'll be a little cheaper from Popcultcha. Did you order from there or Sideshow?

I ordered through Popcultcha. Closer to home so to speak, so usually go with them. As some of their older preorder prices are still ok, especially when taking into account the current value of the Aussie dollar.

 

[Phoenixblazes]

...And the Predator 2 LSB.

They say Prototype Shown and finished product may vary to get around the false advertising

Guess so. But just how much should they be permitted to change?!

 

[Phoenixblazes]

ughh again im so sad about the final product... it does seem like false advertising the paint app is horrible, the statue itself is lumpy and uneven, details are non existent where there shouldve been details.. why advertise the brushed metal effect if it wont even happen... i cant believe they're able to take such a nice prototype and wreck it like that... for the price they are asking for it is ridiculous i hope most of the people cancel they're order because this is unacceptable... and this type of business practice shouldn't be allowed... its like robbing people esp with the NRD... good thing i didn't give into the prototype pic and i definitely will never pre order a sideshow and legacy statue..

I was thinking of placing an order for that Mark 2 1/4 statue, but given that, that piece is also a joint development item with Legacy (I think) I'm really hesitant on placing that preorder, but I really want a Iron Man 1/4 statue.

 

[MR Regan]

What a piece of crap compared to the PO pics.
I was just about to order this locally today but luckily I opened the sideshow updated pics before I did. I can't believe they even have the bottle to actualy post them pics up, especially with someone smiling next to it.

Proper absolute fail, and a disgrace. They should refund everyone's NRD and apologise for wasting customers time.

 

[nemenforcer]

I need to cancel this but I'm trying to figure out if I want to raise enough hell to get the nrd back. I failed at getting the reeve nrd back after finding out he was partial pvc

 

[DFanatic]

I need to cancel this but I'm trying to figure out if I want to raise enough hell to get the nrd back. I failed at getting the reeve nrd back after finding out he was partial pvc

You should be able too. If there is one thing sideshow still good for is their customer service. Just be nice to the csr and I'm sure she will help you out.

 

[Phoenixblazes]

I need to cancel this but I'm trying to figure out if I want to raise enough hell to get the nrd back. I failed at getting the reeve nrd back after finding out he was partial pvc

Damn, I can't believe you couldn't get the nrd back for the plastic Reeve PF. Did they even offer to transfer it to another item at least?

 

[The Tuggernaut]

I ordered through Popcultcha. Closer to home so to speak, so usually go with them. As some of their older preorder prices are still ok, especially when taking into account the current value of the Aussie dollar.

Right on. Those prices will probably look even better in a month or so when the dollar continues to drop.

 

[nemenforcer]

Damn, I can't believe you couldn't get the nrd back for the plastic Reeve PF. Did they even offer to transfer it to another item at least?

Nope because u had a different nrd returned like 2 years ago. They were standing firm

 

[Fu_Manchu]

This looks sooo rough compared to the prototype. Is not polished and car-finished anymore it looks hammered surface at parts. Bye metallic, bye even gloss red parts (what is the cost of a gloss paint coat on china? that would be some appealing at least).

And of course the most plastic-like arc reactor available on the market, once more.

I had so much hopes on this one...

 

[ronkam]

I was thinking of placing an order for that Mark 2 1/4 statue, but given that, that piece is also a joint development item with Legacy (I think) I'm really hesitant on placing that preorder, but I really want a Iron Man 1/4 statue.

I definately agree with you man. i really wanted a mark 2 but im scared to order it. i highly doubt it will sell out due to the posing and height but those don't really bother me as much as the finish might end up like... only time will tell.. i hope they start stepping up their game though side show really has no qc...

 

[azurepred]

Nope because u had a different nrd returned like 2 years ago. They were standing firm

I was able to get my nrd back on the queen of dead even though I used my nrd transfer 2 years ago. It seems like they are more lenient when an item gets delayed. In a email about the delay for the new green Hulk ex, they offered to refund my nrd on that one too, but I want to keep that one as of now.

 

[nemenforcer]

Yeah I don't know what I'm gonna do but I gotta decide soon. Got the email today he's coming in 3 to 5 weeks

 

[RobertoBagg10]

My pre order is still live...despite the noticeable difference in quality between the proto and production pics I am still willing to give this a go. Worse case scenario, if I don't like it i'll just get a refund. Based on how poorly the sales were for the Iron Patriot, I'm pretty certain that this will be the final instalment from Sideshow's Iron Man lifesize busts...or could we indeed see it milked one last time for the Avengers 2 MK43 armour!!!! :thud :thud