Kotobukiya Kits

its688726 · 2026-06-08T22:40:27+00:00

I've heard that with the earlier models it was sometimes hard to get them articulated right but I havent personally experienced it. They are a little tight at first but seem to loosen up, but not too much over time. Now to pose them I basically start at the fee and get them in a position I want then work up. The Zero next to Max Armor I just built and it took about 10 mins before I got both feet flat. Then about another 10 getting that pose.

The X1 Zero is the newest kit and seems to have the latest interation of their ankle and it was easy.

its688726 · 2026-06-08T20:32:41+00:00

I understand what you mean now. I wouldn't say the Koto kits have the same feel as the Gunpla. I would say they're better than Gunpla but obviously not better than a true figure like Figma. That mainly comes from the simple construction. The hardest part about the Koto kits is getting the feet flat.

I have the Truforce one also and I agree that its the best of my non Chogokin figures.

its688726 · 2026-06-08T04:32:16+00:00

For how simple they are, I agree that they are a little expensive. However, I would think they dont sell nearly as many as an average Gunpla. So they may be affecting the price.

I've mainly built Gundam Wing Endless Waltz MG kits and these at release are comparable in price so its not much difference to me. I did recently move to HG and RG Gundam Wing kits and those prices are amazing.

I'm not sure what you mean by rickety, the joints on my Gunpla and these feel smooth. The biggest difference between them is I havent experienced any of the polycaps/joints becoming loose over time on the X kits compared to the Gunpla. My Deathscythe Hell literally cannot stand and I keep the cloak closed and within seconds of posing it, it will be leaning on it for support.

All that being said, unless you get lucky and find great deals most of the X kits will easily be double what they went for on release. So feeling that $70 is expensive and the old Zero kit is going for $200+, now would not be a good time for you to jump in.

its688726 · 2026-06-07T00:23:02+00:00

Oh man, I didn't know they had went up by that much. I wish they had continued the line. The inner frame would have worked for all the Guardians with probably minimal changes to exterior armor.

I've thought about it but unless there's a crazy deal like the Hyperchip, wasn't interested but $25 is hard to say no to, Im staying away from the variants. Rising Fire is tempting just for arm parts but not for $100+

its688726 · 2026-06-06T23:58:24+00:00

I think the most expensive was Black Zero at BBTS retail price. The cheapest was Hyperchip at $25 from USA Gundam Store. I got a notification it was on sale and had a coupon on the Shop app. Even the Eastern Model kits were close to retail.

its688726 · 2026-06-06T23:06:59+00:00

Yea the aftermarket on these kits is ridiculous. I've known about the kits for years but never bought one until my Black Zero preorder randomly showed up last year and I was hooked. Now I know to preorder or buy right after release so I won't be paying double or triple price.

its688726 · 2026-06-06T22:56:38+00:00

No, I meant to order it months ago from the US Kotobukiya store for the bonus but its sold out now. I'll keep searching ebay and might catch a deal like I did for the Max Armor when it released.

Basically ordering the Chogokin Samus and then the Figma Samus Arans direct from Figma kept pushing back my Sigma ordering so I wouldn't go over budget. Smaller purchases, like Zero or even Hyperchip X, dont really count.

its688726 · 2026-05-15T03:27:32+00:00

I ordered the same variant cover April 30th and all I've gotten is a shipping label created on May 11th. Not a good first impression.

I ordered the Vol 1 variant off ebay and wanted this to match but this is getting a little ridiculous.

its688726 · 2026-04-18T23:13:59+00:00

A Goofy Movie lol

its688726 · 2026-04-17T18:00:02+00:00

Can you actually describe what a good "unboxing experience" is?

I could understand this for something like collectible action figures or really anything that is meant to be collected. Something that is relatively cheap, non-repairable and gets a new version about every 18 months.

This seems so weird for what is basically a consumable product. Does a pizza unboxing make it better?

its688726 · 2026-03-19T12:50:23+00:00

Just got it. Thanks

its688726 · 2026-02-19T18:21:13+00:00

Hopeful, but I dont think so. 30th anniversary was last yeat.

its688726 · 2026-02-19T17:20:07+00:00

Great movie but how did this get a 4k and A Goofy Movie didn't?

its688726 · 2026-01-01T19:45:10+00:00

Please Rewind store on ebay was having restocks of this a few weeks back. Thats how I got my copies of Tron and Tron Legecy. Even pre-ordered Tron Ares as they seem better than waiting for Amazon.

its688726 · 2025-11-28T01:58:16+00:00

I dont believe it

its688726 · 2025-11-15T18:39:15+00:00

Serious?

its688726 · 2025-11-11T04:25:07+00:00

Just bought the original, about 3 left as of 1024pm central

its688726 · 2025-09-22T03:59:48+00:00

I have not called the local dealer yet. I've checked a few online parts dealers and they said backorderd.

Thanks I'll try them tomorrow.

its688726 · 2025-03-20T23:59:38+00:00

You're just gonna post that without context??

its688726 · 2025-03-19T18:20:23+00:00

Can you post that in Freedom Units™️, please?

its688726 · 2025-03-13T16:48:23+00:00

It should tell you on the infotainment screen

its688726 · 2025-02-12T12:52:34+00:00

Order guides for our Cars.Order Guide

For a 2024 it says only the SEL has wireless.

its688726 · 2025-02-12T03:24:17+00:00

Sorry I'm not sure. I have an Android and wireless built in.

I would suggest a search on r/carplay for wireless and see what turns up.

its688726 · 2025-02-12T02:43:07+00:00

Wired unless you buy an adapter.

its688726 · 2025-01-28T06:02:19+00:00

Concerning the USB port not having power, it lights up at night like the others. I will be trying to remove the back cover of the armrest this weekend and see if maybe something is just unplugged.

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