Alternators may have a lot of kibble and their robot mode is often weirdly proportioned, but their vehicle mode is the absolutely best. They have interiors with seats and a dash!! And they are licensed vehicles we all recognize. The vehicle is a nice car model that turns into a robot. Cool!
I'll tell you how much I like this Ford GT Alternator: I bought one mint in the box off eBay for a good chunk of change. Mirage was always hard to find (no pun intended) even back in the day; definitely one of the best looking overall in car and robot mode. Super excited to get this one and add it to my sparse collection!
Still one of my favorite figures. For those that don't know, I traded TMan a misb Mirage for his gunless one. I called HTS about it, and they replaced it...with an Alternators Tracks (which was everywhere at the time, unlike Mirage who was rare). Just wanted to help my buddy here and have fun :)
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I remember seeing this Alternator back in the day. I never did pick them up though. I think I passed on the Mirage because I'm not big on Ford. Cool looking figure however and I enjoyed the comparison with Sphinx. Cool video TMan, thanks for sharing.
Never got this guy going to have to ebay it. Love this line still have most of them. I remember when the repaints started that's when it stopped collecting. Going to have to finish it off
I finally bought my first Transformer TMan! Got the Titans Return Powermaster Optimus Prime. Got him for around $28, was pretty happy. Opened him up last night, now I know why you bot guys love these things so much. I couldn't stop putzing around with the thing. Great review man, would love to see more of the older ones.
That's what I thought too! Almost word for word. LOL! Now I gotta get a Bumblebee, and I guess, everybody else. haha! My daughters were amazed as I transformed him. The 3rd transformation isn't nearly that cool, but it's sweet that you got the option. What do you recommend for a decent Bumblebee that's priced ok (under $100).
If you want them to match I'd say Titans return legends Class Bumblebee. If you just want a bumblebee period, And you are a fan of the movies, I'd wait for the Masterpiece movie Bumblebee to come out
I'd watch anything you'll review even a toaster. But that's an extra nice figure - and for 20 greenbacks ?? Wow .. today you barley get a one step hollow puffy piece of swollen soft plastic for that price.
Alternators?? Wow a blast from the past.I loved this line.I can't believe you never opened this till now.I remember by Walmart at the time used ti get these in like crazy.That was till it remodeled and now toys are like a bastard children
TMan978 Yeah I can imagine. Its SO expensive on ebay but totally worth it if you want it real badly. It comes with an anime pvc female character, small toy steam buns (Yes I'm serious) and a fishing rod that can separate and be rearranged then attached to Hot Rod's arm to become his arm blasters though It doesn't seem to go on really good.
$20!? Lucky you, man. Back when those were on shelves, I *never* saw them around here for less than $30. And like the vast majority of Transformers toys, the Alternators STAYED at $30 to the bitter end. Oh...I prefer the other use of that mold (Hot Rod)...yesss.
The one down in Largo, MD. Then again, I've heard rumors for years that a couple Target locations would charge a little more than usual. Is it true? No idea, though it is possible; in 2012, the Megazords for Power Rangers Samurai ran for $25-$30 (Columbia Heights in DC had them for $25, Forestville, MD had'em for $28, Largo, MD had'em for $30)...but the Target out in PG Plaza had them for $35.
+John Evans the Target down the street from me charges a little bit more for certain figures. They'll have them at regular price when they first release but then after a while they had two more dollars. But I've never seen and alternators figure for more than $20. If I did I wouldn't buy it period because everywhere else had them for $20. It was a big deal that Optimus Prime remain to be $20 even though he was a bigger vehicle
Alternators may have a lot of kibble and their robot mode is often weirdly proportioned, but their vehicle mode is the absolutely best. They have interiors with seats and a dash!! And they are licensed vehicles we all recognize. The vehicle is a nice car model that turns into a robot. Cool!
When doug demuro accidently buys a transformer that goes invisible
Mirage's quirks and features are when he drives himself out of your garage and disappears
I'll tell you how much I like this Ford GT Alternator: I bought one mint in the box off eBay for a good chunk of change. Mirage was always hard to find (no pun intended) even back in the day; definitely one of the best looking overall in car and robot mode. Super excited to get this one and add it to my sparse collection!
Now that is what you call a masterpiece articulated level figure!
I can see how Bayverse was inspired by these.
I've got him and the Hot Rod repaint, pretty slick TFs.
excellent review! i might need to find this for my alternators collection! God bless you and yours!
Still one of my favorite figures.
For those that don't know, I traded TMan a misb Mirage for his gunless one. I called HTS about it, and they replaced it...with an Alternators Tracks (which was everywhere at the time, unlike Mirage who was rare). Just wanted to help my buddy here and have fun :)
+Allen G I still own it as you see
TMan978 I noticed the roof paint scuffs; it's been well loved I see :)
Good times, man. Good times :)
Allen G lol
I miss this line so much. I remember getting the dodge ram optimus
+R A D I C A L D E A D here's my playlist if you're feeling nostalgic
Transformers ALTERNATORS/Binaltech CHILL REVIEWS: th-cam.com/play/PLegahrCDClEs3QdEm0L-xNPF2L3DJy6-h.html
Awesome video and Chill Review as always TMan.
+SoDope816 Ricky Dones chill comment and awesome that you pushed the like button
If you get a chance try hitting that stressmark with a hair dryer for a few minutes. It can hide it on some plastics. Cool throw back review man.
+Cho Cho i may try
I remember seeing this Alternator back in the day. I never did pick them up though. I think I passed on the Mirage because I'm not big on Ford. Cool looking figure however and I enjoyed the comparison with Sphinx. Cool video TMan, thanks for sharing.
Is this like 1:24 scale or something? Cuz I'm a transformers and model car collector so this would be awesome in 1:24 scale
You are correct
It is indeed 1/24 scale.
Never got this guy going to have to ebay it. Love this line still have most of them. I remember when the repaints started that's when it stopped collecting. Going to have to finish it off
I bought one on eBay recently and it arrived today.
I finally bought my first Transformer TMan! Got the Titans Return Powermaster Optimus Prime. Got him for around $28, was pretty happy. Opened him up last night, now I know why you bot guys love these things so much. I couldn't stop putzing around with the thing.
Great review man, would love to see more of the older ones.
+TechChucker's Brain Blast lol. That's a good ass price!
That's what I thought too! Almost word for word. LOL! Now I gotta get a Bumblebee, and I guess, everybody else. haha! My daughters were amazed as I transformed him. The 3rd transformation isn't nearly that cool, but it's sweet that you got the option. What do you recommend for a decent Bumblebee that's priced ok (under $100).
If you want them to match I'd say Titans return legends Class Bumblebee. If you just want a bumblebee period, And you are a fan of the movies, I'd wait for the Masterpiece movie Bumblebee to come out
I'm on board with more retro reviews. Chance to give more retrospective opinions or comparisons.
+Alfonso Padron in HD 60fps!
I'd watch anything you'll review even a toaster. But that's an extra nice figure - and for 20 greenbacks ?? Wow .. today you barley get a one step hollow puffy piece of swollen soft plastic for that price.
+Jay Black lMao! Right
Oh wow it’s Doug DeMuro’s Ford GT! Its the exact same colour scheme as his!
Of course his Ford GT doesn’t transform 😉
Love that figure. I might have to check on prices.
+Hoosier Daddy cat mode got a ton of love
I say let's see more older transformers cause I missed on getting that nice one
Damn. I wish I hadn't sold mine. I may have to buy him again at some point.
+Thor13332 thanks for watching but you just tortured yourself
Alternators?? Wow a blast from the past.I loved this line.I can't believe you never opened this till now.I remember by Walmart at the time used ti get these in like crazy.That was till it remodeled and now toys are like a bastard children
+Dan Wynne I never said I didn't open it. In fact I said I played with it so much the paint is chipping
A great figure. I have the Kiss Players Hot Rodimus retool/repaint.
+Rugalheid Bernstein I want that one so bad.
TMan978 Yeah I can imagine. Its SO expensive on ebay but totally worth it if you want it real badly. It comes with an anime pvc female character, small toy steam buns (Yes I'm serious) and a fishing rod that can separate and be rearranged then attached to Hot Rod's arm to become his arm blasters though It doesn't seem to go on really good.
$20!? Lucky you, man. Back when those were on shelves, I *never* saw them around here for less than $30. And like the vast majority of Transformers toys, the Alternators STAYED at $30 to the bitter end.
Oh...I prefer the other use of that mold (Hot Rod)...yesss.
+John Evans where are you?
Maryland. Target had the Alternators for $30 a pop.
I've never in my life saw alternators for $30. I live in Baltimore, Maryland unless you mean Maryland somewhere else
The one down in Largo, MD. Then again, I've heard rumors for years that a couple Target locations would charge a little more than usual. Is it true? No idea, though it is possible; in 2012, the Megazords for Power Rangers Samurai ran for $25-$30 (Columbia Heights in DC had them for $25, Forestville, MD had'em for $28, Largo, MD had'em for $30)...but the Target out in PG Plaza had them for $35.
+John Evans the Target down the street from me charges a little bit more for certain figures. They'll have them at regular price when they first release but then after a while they had two more dollars. But I've never seen and alternators figure for more than $20. If I did I wouldn't buy it period because everywhere else had them for $20. It was a big deal that Optimus Prime remain to be $20 even though he was a bigger vehicle
I like nice car I have that
i have 1 two
Firsties!!!
+D Bag Robot Gang 3rd
TMan978 booo