Transformers Toys Studio Series Core Class The The Movie Autobot Wheelie Action Figure review

 

Aloha folks, I am back with another TF review and this time it is 86 Core class Wheelie. How does he fare? Let's get started!

Boxing

As you could see there is a crease on the left side of the box. I bought Wheelie and Wild-Rider (next review) from Hasbro Pulse. Usually, they ship it fairly well and the box comes all pristine. This time I received the box that housed both figures to be caved in on one side. As a result, I got two boxes that don't look smooth at all. And I paid for the shipping when I should, next time, just wait for the free delivery from Amazon.com. 

Wheelie comes in with a Quintessa backdrop. It's the scene where he witnesses both Hot Rod and Kup being captured by the Allicons. 

Standing tall

When I first saw this figure in the box, I thought he looked simple like how 86 Spike turned out. I didn't have much high hopes that this be an amazing figure. He still didn't wow me when I took him out of the box. The weird thing is that he has this skirt-like part for his Heine. It forms an integral part of his alt mode but it is also used in a bizarre fashion which I will explain later. As for the figure, Wheelie is very simple. Doesn't have a waist swivel though he has a swivel for his head. And he comes with his slingshot though no projectiles included. He can pose fairly decent however. 

Comparisons with Legends Wheelie and 86 Companion Wheelie. 

I didn't do much of a shoot with these guys but I realized that 86 core class Wheelie looks top notch here. I did like Legends Wheelie for a time but now I do think CC Wheelie is the definitive one based on looks. Legends version I feel got a decent size but he's just got a little too much details and the orange is too light for my tastes. 

Alt mode

CC Wheelie is fairly easy to transform into his alt mode without instructions. He looks really small and simple in comparison to the LG version. Both windows can flip open but CC Wheelies head just appears looking at ya. You can flip his head face down if this bugs you though. 

Cybertronian Toilet bowl

This was the bizarre thing I was referring to earlier. That skirt can literally form a toilet bowl. Even Red Alert is fed up with the "crap" he dealt with his whole life. Kingdom RA is starting to grow on me btw.

I do not own credit for coming up with this. I merely borrowed the idea from a FB user a while back. I don't use FB much now so credit to whoever came up with this. Thanks for the laugh. 

Conclusion

I think Wheelie is a step up from Spike. He may feel simple at times but he's got the looks and he plays just fine. Not too much bells and whistles for a 12 dollar figure but he is here to complete your 86 collection. Later folks and take care.

Happy 300th post! Till all are one! G1 Transformers tribute

 In memory of my pet dog Aiko: Sept 4, 2008 - Oct 13, 2021. Now in the loving care of Jesus Christ.

The Transformers 86 movie crew. 

Till all are one!

 *Slags horns are missing.* But it's ok. 

Transformers Studio Series 86 07 Transformers the Movie Slag (Slug) and Daniel Witwicky Leader Class review!

 

Me Slag say give boot to tyranny!

"Me Slag say you full of Beryllium Baloney!" ~ Slag, Transformers Movie.

Finally got a chance to review a new figure. Got this figure last month but been so busy and plus all the dumb politics that have been circulating for the past months made it difficult for me to do some reviews. Anyhow, let's get started!

Boxing

According to the back of the box, his backdrop is supposed to be the entrance of the scene where Slag knocks the door down on the Quintesson prosecutor and says "excuse me." Nice reference. Slag also kicks off wave 2. 

Transformers Studio Series 86 06 Transformers the Movie Grimlock and Autobot Wheelie Leader Class review!

 

Me Grimlock say seek Jesus. 

Me Grimlock love challenge! ~ Grimlock, Transformers movie.

Aloha! Today we take a look at 86 Grimlock! How well does he fare with his other 86 compatriots? Let's find out and get started!

Boxing

Me Grimlock

With arms down

Grimlock is looking amazing! Not to mention, he plays great as well. His size is significant but expected. Joints are tight. Very versatile in posing. The look, feel and paint are on spot-on to his G1 movie look despite the fact he only appears in robot mode for only two scenes. You have the choice to flip his bone arms up and down. I left it up because that seems to be the correct way of transformation. At least Hasbro finally packaged him with his double blaster, something that seemed to be missing in previous releases. Just play around with this guy, he is pretty fun. 

Transform!

Put a flame effect in it.

Very impressive looking T rex mode. His bone arms are actually longer than I thought. Most jokes revolve around Grimmy unable to do a push up because of his short bone arms but it's pretty long here. He has a head swivel in this mode which is a nice feature indeed. In his mouth, I'm pretty sure you can put a flame effect in there. Look for this black stub that sticks out inside somewhere in the middle of his mouth. The tail transformation took me sometime. I had issues transforming that part but I eventually got it. Overall, somewhere easy to intermediate transformation Dino mode. No instructions necessary.

Him Wheelie. Him friend!

This is where the backdrop probably comes in the most handy. It's the scene where the Dinobots crash the Quintesson pit of judgement HQ and save Hot Rod and Kup. Wheelie is included in this package but his mobility if very limited. First off, his knees are bent and it stays that way. The idea of that was to allow Wheelie to re-enact him sitting on Grimlocks neck and slingshot Sharkticons from afar. The slingshot comes attached but no pebble accessory. The pics give you an idea on how finite his posing can be. Also, for those who are wondering, he can't transform. He is a nice, novel figure to have. Can't complain but you ain't missing out too much on this part if your box didn't come with Wheelie. Yes, he has a head and torso swivel. 

Conclusion:

Grimlock is the highlight in this review. Aesthetics are detailed and plays very good on the whole. Wheelie is nice to have but if you got the TR/Legends version, you might as well stick with that as your definitive Wheelie instead. Grimlock is missing his sword but third parties will take care of that. The 86 series continue to impress and Grimlock is a must have. Bring on the rest of the Dinobots!

Super Dino! Seriously, if I had a toy stand, it would make it look like he can fly!

Other 86 figures

Scourge

Hot Rod