TW-03 Toyworld Bii | Stop motion review

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  • A stop motion review of Toyworld TW-03 Bii, a third-party, unofficial Transformers Masterpiece Bumblebee. He's yellow and you know it.
    Bii came out in 2014. He sort of looks like a VW beetle... shhh, don't tell Volkswagen.
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    #Bumblebee #TransformersStopMotion #Bii
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  • @thebeetovenrider1246
    @thebeetovenrider1246 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Boston...Ta KAR a. Not ta Kara

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tacker-Ra?
      I always wonder if I'm saying it right. Only the Japanese know for sure.
      What about the Tomy part of Takara Tomy? Is it Tommy or Toe-May? Or something else.

    • @TokyoXtreme
      @TokyoXtreme ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CardboardBots you see a single Japanese commercial, you’ll never forget; the pronunciation is as infectious as the Scraplets. OP is mostly correct with the accent, as it’s “ta-KA-ra”, with all “a” sounds sounding like the “o” in “Optimus”. And Tomy is “to-mee”, with the “to” sounding like the toe on your foot, and “me” as the word used to refer to yourself. But “me” has a longer E, as the katakana is written トミー. That means “to-me-ee”, but it’s really just two syllables with the “e” sound lasting for an extra beat. Again, just watch a Takara Tomy commercial and you’ll hear it.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @TokyoXtreme thanks. That explanation is very helpful.

  • @lagbait3076
    @lagbait3076 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just like the thought of an 80's bug with vented disc brakes. He was ahead of his time.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I noticed that too but I'm not a car guy, so I missed the technology mismatch.

  • @TFanPage101
    @TFanPage101 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Ok, this guy looks pretty slick

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No! You're slick. (Psst... your new Quick Reviews are great).

  • @DanStormVO
    @DanStormVO ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I had this figure from new, and the ball jointed feet were definitely always loose. He made a nice stand-in for a generations Bumblebee

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for confirming the loose ball joints from the beginning.

    • @DanStormVO
      @DanStormVO ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CardboardBots Yeah that was the big reason I stopped caring for it, even the hinges for transformation would become loose. Even still, he's now sold on to a friend who enjoys him a lot!

  • @OfficialFinnTDK
    @OfficialFinnTDK ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Despite the ball-joints and frustrating transformation, Toyworld Bii's transformation takes the cake over MP-45; every part is being used, the silhouette and surface details in every angle/s is clean and shown proudly that he turns into a car, unlike the latter who is only containing it like a burden for a messy attempt at """cartoon accuracy""".

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have you transformed mp45 in person? I haven't so I couldn't say much about it. Doesn't look fun. No faux parts here on Bii.

    • @OfficialFinnTDK
      @OfficialFinnTDK ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@CardboardBots
      I've seen videos and reviews about it, never owned one in person. I know I may not be paying attention, but seeing the transformation on that figure is enough that makes me don't want to buy it.

    • @rellko3900
      @rellko3900 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The transformation isn’t that horrible to do in-person, but the Spike gimmick absolutely wasn’t worth it. Getting him to squeeze inside and precariously balance on his little heels while you tab in the hood is just not fun. As for the kibble, I honestly got used to it; then again, I tend to be a bit more forgiving of kibble than others.

    • @USSMariner
      @USSMariner ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel like they could have struck a middle ground in proportions between a cartoon and real world Beetle for MP45.
      If someone just took a normal Beetle and halfway compressed it towards the toon proportions, it would give the toy enough mass to play around with.
      Honestly, MP21's biggest sins are his head, the detailing of the limbs and how weedy they are (made worse by how *wide* the chest is, through the chest itself is otherwise really close. Bee's bubble chest is actually that distinct on his cartoon module, and not the flat plank of MP45), and the color (which was always alleged to be a strict requirement from Volkswagen, though MP45 getting it right is odd if that's true).
      BUT MY CARTOON ACCURACY

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@USSMariner well said!

  • @Transformers_nerd_stop_motions
    @Transformers_nerd_stop_motions ปีที่แล้ว +4

    His head looks funny. Like he's gonna tell the teacher about the homework. kinda reminds me of classics bumblebees headsculpt

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it seems very similar to the classics bee head. The face/cheeks are less angular though.

  • @Bioburningk
    @Bioburningk ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly it's really cool that the weapon can integrate Into the car mode in such a natural way like the gun becoming the exhaust sign me up

  • @vengeance1701
    @vengeance1701 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the cute stop-motion! TH-cam actually recommended something good! New subscriber:)

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much. I'm glad TH-cam pulled through for you this time.

  • @jonathandavenport5326
    @jonathandavenport5326 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Just discovered your channel - love the whole vibe! Feels homegrown, accssible and user friendly. Subscribed!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks, Jonathan. I'm so glad you found the channel. I use cardboard as my backdrop to make the videos feel more accessible and to let people know that the barriers to making animation is very low. You don't need anything fancy to start out. Just use what ya got.

  • @MechanicalRabbits
    @MechanicalRabbits ปีที่แล้ว +6

    the Megaman 3 soundtrack in the background instantly made me smile

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just adore those old Mega Man games.

    • @MechanicalRabbits
      @MechanicalRabbits ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots they're great! I really liked your use of stop motion for the review man, it really feels like the ideal way to review a transformers figure

  • @Zackdrawsandanimates
    @Zackdrawsandanimates ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Bummble Bee is kid friendly: yeah
    Bumble bee from age of extintion: WHAT THE F@CK

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Everyone seems to be more violent in the Bay films

  • @Eltanin
    @Eltanin ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Straight up the best presentation of any toy reviewer I've seen. I wish more people put as much care and effort into the video production and presentation as this as opposed to the common static camera on fumbling fingers constantly molesting the figure accompanied by some voice over.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so very much. A lot of work goes into the stop motion videos. Though I have to admit I did my share of fumbling off camera.

  • @mosasaurus2211
    @mosasaurus2211 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “He’s kid-friendly”
    Rips ravage in half
    Brutal fighting
    Blows deception head out from the chest
    Although I will say it is cool despite the brutality
    Aside from that, this bumblebee’s transformation has potential and can be the best bumblebee with some changes

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah... the bayverse movies are not exactly kid-friendly, they are more teen-boy, power fantasy. The stand-alone Bumblebee movie was the most kid friendly out of all of them. Less brutal. That being said, Bee is usually always used as the character to introduce the younger human element to the alien robots.

  • @snowcloudshinobi
    @snowcloudshinobi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    3:32 i appreciate the effort in stop motioning your own hand lol

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's fun and a good way to show scale.

  • @Gentleman_Jester
    @Gentleman_Jester ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I normally can’t stand the articulation portion of review videos. But you found a really unique and watchable way of doing it. Well done sir.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks. That means a lot. Stop motion animation gives it a bit more life. The toy is giving you his own show and tell.

  • @shaunhandley3050
    @shaunhandley3050 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My god is toyworld hedgemon an absolute nightmare to transform

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I bet. I've never even looked at Hegemon. Not interested in it in the least.

    • @johngavin1175
      @johngavin1175 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ever try FansToys Roadking?

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johngavin1175 no I haven't, but I bet he's nice

    • @johngavin1175
      @johngavin1175 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Cardboard Bots Alot of people thought it was the pinnacle of engineering at the time. I wish they would release their Dead End already 😹

    • @shaunhandley3050
      @shaunhandley3050 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johngavin1175 no I only have 2 third party's in my collection and only reason I have hedgemon is because it was the cheapest way for me to have Megatron in gun mode

  • @Skelevision1
    @Skelevision1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool

  • @TheLazyEyebrow
    @TheLazyEyebrow ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I gotta give props to this being a chibi style bee, but not resorting to fake parts. Not a bad little transformation

    • @TheLazyEyebrow
      @TheLazyEyebrow ปีที่แล้ว +3

      2014. Huh. That long eh? That's kinda ne- 9 YEARS?!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@The Lazy Eyebrow I know right. Time flies. Imagine what could be done with some more up-to-date engineering.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Transformation is more logical and clean in this vid. The reality is a lot messier.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      On a side note: Did you notice his rear disc brakes under his arms. I know how much you're all about brake details.

    • @TheLazyEyebrow
      @TheLazyEyebrow ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots Ahhhhh that's so cool! Thanks Huffer man. I know how much you're all about Huffer

  • @ultramaximusreviews
    @ultramaximusreviews ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great looking figure. Your transformation segments are SOOOO clean moving. Well done!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thavery much. My secret weapon is sticky tack. If I didn't have that, my movement would be all over the place because the toy would move.

  • @jjrivas3
    @jjrivas3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got KBB version of Bumblebee, looks cartoon accurate and fits in perfectly with the main line.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got that kbb one too recently. He's okay but is not as solid as the newage flipper. Price was good.

  • @kram67kram
    @kram67kram ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got the Gold Bii, great little figure, still holds up against newer options.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you find it to be delicate because of the clear plastic?

    • @kram67kram
      @kram67kram ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots I'm cautious with third party pieces in general but yes.and getting that little piece behind the head.back on if it does pop off is a nightmare.

  • @PushanHalder
    @PushanHalder ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I always prefer zero faux parts ... From that stand point and 'backpack-wise' he seems to be better than MP 45. Awesome review as always!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, I don't see any faux parts here.

    • @PushanHalder
      @PushanHalder ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CardboardBots exactly!

  • @AtkataffTheAlpha
    @AtkataffTheAlpha ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're going to need a hive for all these bees

  • @jonothanthrace1530
    @jonothanthrace1530 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a way cuter Bumblebee than any official toy has ever been.

  • @JJPrimeReviews2020
    @JJPrimeReviews2020 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome stop motion review of Toyworld Bii, Cardboard Bot! Keep up the great work as always!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much. I really appreciate your comments.

  • @Transfixed
    @Transfixed ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Speaking of "love bug", i can't believe we never see any unofficial Herbie repaints.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They are very rate. Let me put it this way. Disney owns Herbie. You don't mess with the mouse.

    • @Transfixed
      @Transfixed ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CardboardBots Ah, good point!

    • @USSMariner
      @USSMariner ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@CardboardBots I'm more surprised Hasbro hasn't had any official Herbie repaints. They already have contracts with Disney.
      Maybe it's them being unwilling to put even a part of a franchise they wholly own in league with Disney outside of licensed agreements. There's definitely some lingering animosity over what happened with the SW brand at retail over the past decade, which played a hand in Hasbro buying the Power Rangers brand outright at the same time.

  • @Cannonflicks
    @Cannonflicks ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Like always incredibly smooth! Always wanted this bumblebee figure

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks very much. I always had an interest in this one too. I think I root for the underdogs.

  • @RR_1138
    @RR_1138 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I actually want my G1 with the actual licensed car and actual character. When they started doing the animated style, I stopped ( cartoon smokescreen etc etc ) . That’s just me , don’t care for Fake Lambo, fake Datsun, fake Lancia, either. Plus , Haven’t you been burned with 3rd party toys . No more 3rd party, and with the Hasbro toy prices $$$ , I’m out . Very selective nowadays .

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can respect that. Totally valid.

  • @felipevaldes3487
    @felipevaldes3487 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I USED TO WATCH YOU WHEN I WAS 12
    2018
    YOU HAD LIKE 300 OR 500 SUBS
    AWW

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching back then and now. Hopefully, the vids have gotten better.

  • @ultratoa
    @ultratoa ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Babe, wake up. Cardboard Bots uploaded a new video.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ooohh... 😊, thanks so much.

  • @johngavin1175
    @johngavin1175 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Damn,I didn't know this figure was that good. The only ToyWorld figs I own are 4 of their Throttlebots. I dunno if I watched Skullface review Bii or not back in the day. Good vid man.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Bii's a flawed figure. A mixed bad. I don't know if Bobby did a vid on him or not. It seems like the type of toy he might accidently break. Not a figure he would like, I don't think.

  • @violet-kittychick
    @violet-kittychick ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This toy is stunning hey!!

  • @deenstratos9075
    @deenstratos9075 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Animation awesome and smooth AF. Great as always. Missed your videos.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      That very much. I'm notoriously slow.

  • @thomasboguszewski7288
    @thomasboguszewski7288 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's ToyWorld so it's a miracle it didn't break into a million pieces as soon as you picked it up

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't have much experience with toyworld. Thanks for the warning.

  • @Fnordathoth
    @Fnordathoth ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was an excellent review, the stop motion animation displaying articulation was great! Subbed!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for subscribing. I'm glad you found the channel and liked the animated format of the review.

  • @captainsinclair7954
    @captainsinclair7954 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wanted to get a Masterpiece Bumblebee MP-21 or an Earthrise Bee before they became scalped, but I ran out of time… and now that HazTac has fully embraced Hyper-Cartoon accuracy, I’m dead inside

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm sure you'll be able to find an MP-21 if you look a bit or ask around. It's probably a whole lot easier to fin than Netflix Bumblebee. I don't understand why it was exclusive.

  • @LightBloxVidsYT
    @LightBloxVidsYT ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another awesome video I love bumblebee.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I usually stayed away from him. But I'm liking the character more and more.

  • @Windcharger
    @Windcharger ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super work as always, man!

  • @robertbennett9528
    @robertbennett9528 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the stop motion animation you've done for this. Great job!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank, Robert. I like to go the extra mile.

  • @Blue1true4
    @Blue1true4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was literally watching you yesterday wondering when the next video would be,
    great video as always.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm always around, usually working or thinking about something in the background.

  • @BenDaresAll
    @BenDaresAll ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a nice looking Bee

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bot mod is pretty good. The car mode is great.

  • @cernstormrunner7263
    @cernstormrunner7263 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my mom had an orange Beetle when i was little, so naturally i loved Bumblebee

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds delightful. Do you think you'll ever own a VW bug?

  • @theafroalien3169
    @theafroalien3169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice quality review and video editing 👍🏾

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. I put a lot of time and attention into these to make them for people like you who appreciate it.

  • @JinzoCrash
    @JinzoCrash ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I hate how Hasbro propped him up as the face of the franchise. I mean, I hate "yellow" for one thing, but having it not be Optimus Prime is just pretty screwball to me. Unwatchably screwball, really. As unwatchable as a Bay movie in fact.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He's basically a bridge character to bring kids into the transformers product line. Safe, recognizable, cheaper, etc.

  • @Awesomeness10
    @Awesomeness10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Funny you made this video after I was just thinking about tracking this one down myself, I always preferred the visual aesthetic in bot mode of this guy over MP21, and even though he came out around the time of the Masterpiece I feel as though it was meant to fit in with the Classics/Universe2.0 line rather than the Masterpiece line.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, he probably works with both lines. Like the man says, "Bee scales with everything."

  • @diecastnorbz
    @diecastnorbz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looove this review!! I think you’ve helped me out with the upper back transformation! I’ve always struggled with that portion but you’ve figured it out, so thank you!! I may have to do a review on him soon now knowing this! Really smart! He’s still one of my favorite Bees!
    Also, I tried using KiKi’s to fix the looseness in his feet but now I’m going to take a look at those screws! 🤩
    Excellent review my friend!! 🤩🤩🤩

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm glad I could help. I practiced a lot and watched a bunch of videos to make the transformation seem effortless. I don't think you'll fine much success with tightening the ankle ball pegs. They ball pegs is held in place by two partial cavities with a gap all around. The disassembly and assembly is easy to do, but the overall design of the joint provides very little mechanic friction. It will never pop out, but likewise, I don't think think these can really be firmed up. They are designed to create movement. No harm in trying it out. Let us know how it goes.

    • @diecastnorbz
      @diecastnorbz ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots Will do! I’ve been trying for a while now and still haven’t found a good solution just yet, but if I find an eureka moment, I’ll let you know! 😉

  • @KenLantern
    @KenLantern ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This looks amazing

  • @THE14THPRIME229
    @THE14THPRIME229 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is amazing and he’s an awesome lil guy

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's a lot that I like about this one. And that I don't.

  • @cinnamonbun1379
    @cinnamonbun1379 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ngl I wish there were an undersized mainline scale version of this guy, since he looks slightly better than the KBB knockoff I use in my collection

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just got the oversized kbb KO of Flipper. He’s okay, but not as good as Flipper. A good alternative wfc bee.

  • @ZERO-ky8vm
    @ZERO-ky8vm หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    WHY AM I JUST HEARING ABOUT THIS FIGURE NOW????!!!!!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I don't know, but I'm glad you found this vid. On second thought, you probably never heard about it because the masterpiece bumblebee came out at around the same time that this was released. All the attention was on the official release.

    • @Davelinx
      @Davelinx หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Me too, I wish I had the opportunity to it back in the day.

  • @Orangeboy3030
    @Orangeboy3030 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thats a really cool bee, you should check out the studio series 100 bumblebee, pretty solid figure, or the light of peace optimus prime to pair your g1 bees lol, great review as always

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My mp10 does a good job with my g1 mp bees. Not really into the movie transformers, but ss100 looks pretty good.

  • @devatess8669
    @devatess8669 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your stop motion videos

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for taking the time to say so. I really appreciate it.

  • @GibDozer1
    @GibDozer1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is still my MP Bumblebee. IMO he beats the brakes off both the official attempts. I'm not a toon purist by any stretch but Biis bot mode is fantastic.
    Edit: I used nailpolish to tighten the ankles on mine like a decade ago and he can still stand fine.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice to hear that you still like him and that nail polished helped with the ankles. I assume it was clear nail polish.

    • @GibDozer1
      @GibDozer1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots
      Yes clear nail polish. For smaller jobs I use Kiki, but in my experience nothing fixes a ball joint like nail polish. Pop it off the peg, polish the ball and the socket. Let it cure for 24 hours. Admittedly I don't handle this guy a ton, but it's been like 10 years and his ankles are still rock solid.
      FYI I have NEVER transformed him without that back panel popping off and it's a pain to get back on. I really like the figure, as well as their version of Kupp. He's not as good as Bii, but I prefer him to the Fanstoys. Just no excuse for a huge backpack on a character that turns into half a truck... TW had some really fun older figures. I see a lot of their design elements copied. Like Orion and Siege Prime. Also that legends Bumblebee that's basically a downsized simplified version of Bii.

  • @fishtownmafia952
    @fishtownmafia952 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Regarding the roof panel coming off too easily, there is a small peg either side of the ball joint. Unscrew the grey part then reassemble with a dab of superglue on those pegs. It really helps as the grey part can no longer flex, expanding the opening for the ball joint.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tip. I got this transformation down to a science now, but your tip might come in handy for someone else.

  • @blackbolt578
    @blackbolt578 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I sadly have the glyph version of this, which, yes, looks great, but sadly is made mostly out of painted clear plastic, so those clearance issues caused several parts to break, which sucks cause I actually liked this figure. 🥲

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh no. Sorry to hear that. I didn't find much info on those painted versions, but I guess they were more delicate. They looked amazing. Say, did your blue version come with a silver face or a yellow face?

  • @JLvatron
    @JLvatron ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing video skills, dude!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not as good as your excellent commenting skills! 😉

    • @JLvatron
      @JLvatron ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots Haha!!

  • @ThatGuyFriend205
    @ThatGuyFriend205 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great, imma get it

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a mixed bag. Check out some other reviews too. TMR has a good one.

  • @The_Car_Guy13
    @The_Car_Guy13 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very g1. Very nice

  • @emicootero7184
    @emicootero7184 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Watching this video made me fell in love with trying to get some transformer masterpiece style figures, with g1 styled figures and such, most of what i got are KO's because they're the ones that are in sale in the Philippines the most without breaking thw bank lmao
    Great Video btw, the stop motion is so smooth!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks so much. Transformers toys are like addictive drugs. Beware!

  • @orainpax0430
    @orainpax0430 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Try using some floorwax to tighten the loose joints.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's not a regular style ball socket on the ankle, and wouldn't work. That solution would work for the shoulders and thighs if they were loose, but not the ankles.

  • @grimmstudios4041
    @grimmstudios4041 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Welcome back my cardboard, obsessed friend ad wow first time cursing in a revew I think but anyway how ya doing

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I cursed in this vid? I’m surprised that happened. Where in the video is it?

    • @grimmstudios4041
      @grimmstudios4041 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CardboardBots a fucking mess at 5:30 I think it’s funny tho it’s just unexpected

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      @Grimm studios ha ha! No, I'm saying "floppy mess," but I can understand how close it sounds to cursing.

  • @mr.motormaster9881
    @mr.motormaster9881 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like this one

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      He probably likes you too, Mr.

  • @user-sh6yb2ck3d
    @user-sh6yb2ck3d 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    even tho I like bumblebee i'm more of a Cliffjumper guy and i think he Bumblebee and other mini vehicles are cute

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You right. All these little ones are cute.

  • @MrMortombachman
    @MrMortombachman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fix the paint, and this is pretty choice. Slightly smaller scale would help too.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm okay with plastic being plastic, but I get that paint can make something feel more special.

  • @RedRanger2001
    @RedRanger2001 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The blue Bii with the silver face is based on the Microchange toy...

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Really? I had no idea it related to a blue microchange toy. Thanks for the info.

  • @det.bullock4461
    @det.bullock4461 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Seeing Netflix Bee and MP Bee side by side is so weird.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Their car modes are so similar.

  • @razernexus2717
    @razernexus2717 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The naming choice makes me laugh

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It reminds me of the Nintendo Wii.

  • @frelissimo
    @frelissimo ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wish hasbro would just steal this design and fix its issues (below knee swivel is SO dumb) or hell, just give us a 2.0 for this fig in a smaller scale.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree, this design has some good bones for someone to take advantage of.

  • @Robogeek28
    @Robogeek28 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had the blue one andit was a great figure. His face was silver though, not orange.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Really... I'm so confused. I'm wondering if there was running change they made. Or maybe people are just customizing it. Hopefully more people will chime in.

    • @Robogeek28
      @Robogeek28 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots Maybe a running change. All I know was that I wanted an orange face as I don't like painting at all.😂

  • @MisterSouji
    @MisterSouji ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have the first masterpeice Bee, the Goldbug variant. Im not a huge fan of Bumblebee, but its one of my favorite transformers. Its enjoyable to transform and has great robot and vehicle modes. The newer masterpeice is kind of garbage, Id take toyworld Bii over him any day.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bet the gold mp21 that you have is pretty sweet

  • @camcordernonsense5264
    @camcordernonsense5264 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like the car mode. not sure on the bot mode.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear that. Car mode is more successful that robot mode.

  • @Beedo_Sookcool
    @Beedo_Sookcool ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent review and animation, as always! Thank you!
    I can appreciate the work and engineering that went into that figure, especially giving it such a clean underside in car mode, but apart from characters that originally STARTED as cartoons, like The Tick or Wile E. Coyote, for example, I just don't like "cartoon-accurate" figures of any kind, really. I lament that the Masterpiece line went so hard in that direction and abandoned the more detailed, realistic look, as I would've loved to have gotten a Masterpiece Goldbug out of that MP-21 mould, too.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear ya! I probably favour the old school look of MP, but I appreciate having a cute animation style car to go along will my more serious looking VW bug bumblebee.

    • @Beedo_Sookcool
      @Beedo_Sookcool ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots Absolutely! Nothing wrong with the option for having the cartoon designs for people that like them. I'm just annoyed that those are the ONLY versions they do, these days.

  • @KingofPotatoPeople
    @KingofPotatoPeople ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is still one of my favourite Bees

  • @XxNuuruhuinexX
    @XxNuuruhuinexX ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welp, I'm a new subscriber to this channel. How have I never seen this one before?!

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I think Bii got steam rolled by the attention garnered by the official toy which got released shortly after him.

    • @XxNuuruhuinexX
      @XxNuuruhuinexX ปีที่แล้ว

      @Cardboard Bots I actually meant your channel. I'm going to start checking out your back log of videos and pass your name among my friends.

  • @sidearmsalpha
    @sidearmsalpha ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. The stop motion is so smooth! You sound a lot like John Goodman. 😄This version puts the original MP Takara/Hasbro version to shame which has hollow forearms that aren't covered on the inside. Inexcusable for a Masterpiece.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks. First time anyone said I sounded like John Goodman. Yeah MP21's forearm gaps, forearm kibble, lack of wrist swivel, and lack of hand articulation are not really masterpiece quality.

  • @Tambeyoda
    @Tambeyoda ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review! This guy was a replacement for the Classics Bumblebee as that one was not a Beetle. Bii also has the same transforming mechanism as the Classics figure.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven't had the privilege of seeing classics BB in hand. Aside from the face sculpts, I thought they were pretty different. I know that the third-party bee from Art Feather was directly based on the classics mold.

    • @Tambeyoda
      @Tambeyoda ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh, yes Art Feather, that’s the one. My mistake.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Tambeyoda no prob. They are easy to mix up as I think they were all option around the same time.

  • @smitherzlegrande4654
    @smitherzlegrande4654 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mine had a shred of plastic on its back end so I sold it. That and Hegemon back in the day

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      So by shred, do you mean plastic flash?

  • @Pickchore
    @Pickchore ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have the GoBots Bumblebee.
    He has a black stripe along the bottom of the doors like a Jeans Beetle.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I forget what the super GoBots beetle toy is called. Is it Bugbite?

    • @Pickchore
      @Pickchore ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots yup. That’s it.
      I have a really beaten up one with missing rear wheels.

  • @jasontachin
    @jasontachin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    rw:ive also known that there was another bumble bee look alike from the anime cgi version named Bug Bite and he was like Bumble Bee but White Literally.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      He looks pretty cool. I bought him once in a lot but sold him to a guy I knew who was looking for a bug bite.

  • @Alzeal07
    @Alzeal07 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just found an Alternity Bee for a good price and it's amazing, if you can find one I recommand it!

  • @originaluddite
    @originaluddite ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Something about its body parts reminds me of the Classics Bumblebee (2006ish).
    A question on _alt-mode_ articulation - can the doors open as one piece each side?

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It does seem to have some classics DNA. Especially in the head.
      The doors do not open outwards.

    • @originaluddite
      @originaluddite ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pity. Of all the many fussy preferences TF fans have, one of mine is door articulation. :)

  • @islipcocoliso
    @islipcocoliso ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the Gold Bii, wish I had the regular one. I think this would make a better mp bee than both the current of the head were different. On a side note, mp Bee’s hands are closed fists too. That’s said, I like both . I’m torn between the new cartoon aesthetic mp is currently going for and the original style mp had.Good vid, good figure, glad I spent my break here 😊

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for making my vid part of your break. I've seen photos where people replaced the hands with articulated hands. This design could definitely be revisited with a better head, hands, gun, and ankles if a company decided to do it. I don't think they would though.

    • @islipcocoliso
      @islipcocoliso ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots thank you, the vid was very enjoyable. I reviewed the gold one and honestly, I think it just needs a better head and maybe the diaper part colored and I’d happily replace my mp bee. Actually, he’s on the shelf with mp bee and a 3p cliff jumper .. looks good together lol

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@islipcocoliso yes, I watched your review of the gold one a few weeks ago when I was looking through how to transform him. Very helpful.

    • @islipcocoliso
      @islipcocoliso ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots does your bio have painted translucent plastic ? Mine has it in some scary places

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@islipcocoliso no this one is solid plastic except for headlights and light piping in eyes.

  • @Geewunner4life
    @Geewunner4life ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is my placeholder Mp Bumblebee until someone comes along and gives us a proper and cartoon accurate Bumblebee. TaKrappa failed us twice with their attempts at an Mp Bumblebee.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, we're not quite there yet are we.

    • @Geewunner4life
      @Geewunner4life ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Cardboard Bots no. Not quite there yet but I'm hoping Fanstoys shines through someday. They can easily give us THE perfect Mp Bumblebee with just a little redesign of their Cliffjumper figure.

  • @Megs_the_gamer
    @Megs_the_gamer 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Even though the MP 45 looks incredibly bad from the side and back, I prefer the proportions on that the most because for me is what makes it or breaks it

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What about car mode, which wins?

    • @Megs_the_gamer
      @Megs_the_gamer 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I don’t like clear plastic, so MP 45 loses

    • @user-sh6yb2ck3d
      @user-sh6yb2ck3d 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      there was a Cliffjumper 3rd party retool that fixed a problem

  • @IsiahTomas
    @IsiahTomas ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hasbro only likes to sell broken things.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hasbro doesn't care about you or I

  • @thirty3255
    @thirty3255 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When the first bumblebee came out for masterpiece the design aesthetic was a mixture between Toy and Anime. So you complaining about it being the wrong color yellow doesn’t really matter because they were not going for the pure anime yellow.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I understand their design goals back then you are correct. I would point out that they did recolor MP-10 for the North American market. They gave him a darker blue in Japan and went with a lighter blue in NA, closer to the anime. I'm not sure if they adjusted thed red at all. They also changed the colour of Roller for the NA market to be closer to the audience's cartoon expectations. They could have easily made a lemon yellow version of Bee and satisfied a huge group of buyers. They may have even really wanted to. My main thrust is that they were constrained by the requirements set out by Volkswagen. So their decision in this case was less about going for a realistic car mode, and more about keeping VW happy to be able to do the car mode.

  • @SlytherinReviews
    @SlytherinReviews ปีที่แล้ว +1

    have you gotten your hands on Hot Soldiers Bumblebee toy to compare

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      No I haven't. Not sure it's going to happen but I'd like see one eventually.

  • @castielcroes2325
    @castielcroes2325 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember having that Bumblebee figure but I lost it 😔

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      A tale of woe! I see other bees in your future.

  • @ootb-builds
    @ootb-builds ปีที่แล้ว +4

    @jobbythehong you should make your own review of this.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'd love to see that.

    • @ootb-builds
      @ootb-builds ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CardboardBots yeah, especially on how he hated the MP-45 so much (check out that review of his). Maybe having a copy of his own of this Bumblebee will satisfy his G-1 urges lols xD

  • @animatedplastic
    @animatedplastic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had Bii and thought he looked great with MMC Helion. I just got Parkour, but I no longer have Bii. I thought he was great for the $50 price tag I picked him up at. This was one of Toyworlds earlier figures. I have always liked it and think that it's a great figure, but it's no masterpiece transformation. I think they made it in that era where CHUG and MP co-existed together in harmony. I think he's not a really sought after figure because of all of the options we have now with official. The color of BB doesn't really bother me too much on the MP figure. I liked the days when the Alt mode was accurate and it was a modern interpretation of the Cartoon/Character.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, he's skating that line between CHUG and Masterpiece. I think if some company tried to make a new Bee now, there are a lot more engineering tricks and techniques available to them. Who would have the courage to do it?

    • @animatedplastic
      @animatedplastic ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots Fanstoys is my bet given they just released Parkour (MP Cliffjumper) and that would also translate to an MP BB. I honestly am not a fan of the MP transformations from any company as they are overly complicated and seem to be pannelly messes that are not fun to transform and break very easily. I think a couple of upgrades on Bii and he could do the job pretty easily.

  • @TyphonMar
    @TyphonMar ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like my Netflix version more, though i like the cartoon accurate vehicle mode

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I find the roof hard to remove on the Netflix one. Am I doing something wrong I wonder?

    • @TyphonMar
      @TyphonMar ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CardboardBots no, i find it tricky too. I still prefer it though

  • @ultra_marcus
    @ultra_marcus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don’t think I’ve enjoyed Bumblebee this much ever.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Really? I'm glad I could stir something in you for Bee for just this brief moment then.

  • @stevenschultz8678
    @stevenschultz8678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That’s the bee ))) we remember

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      He does look the part. More so in car mode.

  • @daimons7261
    @daimons7261 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like both tbh, however personally Im leaning more towards toon accuracy

  • @ghostdestron
    @ghostdestron ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This looks like this came out of a cereal box. FansToys will make the definitive Bumblebee to own just like Parkour and the debate will end.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope they do. Or at least someone else tries.

    • @dangerousdays2052
      @dangerousdays2052 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This Bii is literally better than anything Hasblow or Takara has ever made.

    • @ghostdestron
      @ghostdestron ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dangerousdays2052 it is! But I want a FansToys Bee

  • @jasontachin
    @jasontachin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    rw@2:31 i like those 2 the most! ^_^ X-D

  • @jasontachin
    @jasontachin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    rw:@7:58 Thats the Bumblebee i got ,odd thing is thats the one that was called "Gold Bug"

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      At the end of the G1 cartoon, Bumblebee got an "upgrade" into Goldbug.

  • @tcogproductions
    @tcogproductions ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was that a herbie reference at 9:15 ?

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. I always wonder why 3p don't usually make Herbie decos of Bee. They are probably very afraid of getting Disney's attention.

  • @lukeallan6527
    @lukeallan6527 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is my mp bb of choice

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว

      He's one of the few possible options.

  • @somarriba333
    @somarriba333 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have this Bumblebee as my Classics Bumblebee and the MP BB as my MP BB. I have no interest in the new MP BB.

    • @CardboardBots
      @CardboardBots  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like you got it covered.