Transformers Commemorative Series I
All prices are for MISB (mint in sealed box)

The 1st run of TRU reissues were nearly G1 accurate. The boxes went though some cosmetic upgrades, but maintained the G1 art.

For years, the Japanese market has seen reissues. This was the 1st time anything like this was attempted in the US. It also came out of nowhere, throwing collectors into a nostalgic hunting frenzy. These toys completely flew off the shelves and consumers wanted more.


Optimus Prime - $60 range - He originally sold for $40 and was a bitch to find out of the bunch. Optimus Prime was the most popular character in the TF series, so this was expected. (on a side note, I think Rick actually purchased 2 or 3 of these from Amazon.com back in the day)


Ultra Magnus - $60 range - He originally sold for $40, but was far less popular than Prime. This doesn't mean he didn't sell, but because he was a shelf warmer, finding one in a mint box because a bit difficult.


Rodimus Major - $20 range - He retailed at $17.99. Because he was the most affordable of the reissues, he sold quickly. Since a Takara Targetmaster Hot Rod can be purchased for $30-ish, this reissue doesn't pull a high price like the others.

Watch this auction if interested:
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-MISB-TRANSFO...QQcmdZViewItem

but, you get a hell of a lot more with the Targetmaster set:



Remember, eBay has turned into a seller's market. Items listed on eBay command high premiums because the common TF shopper doesn't know where to find a deal.