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Uki
10-11-2002, 06:58 PM
First post here, so I'll make it an extra GOOD one! I work at TOYS R US and while checking the computer system today, I discovered a TMNT treasure trove just waiting to hit stores in this region. The new Turtles toys are in the system, and not only that, a heap of them are at my Distribution Center! Here's the run-down for all of it, including skn numbers, retail prices at TRU stores, and the number of pieces of merchandise (POS) at this particular locale:
TMNT Figure Asst-skn673752-$5.99-(4400@DC)
TMNT Vehicles-skn673903-$10.99-(2142@DC)
TMNT Armored TRuck-skn673938-$19.99-(1100@DC)
TMNT 12" Dlx. Figure Asst.-skn673954-$19.99-(1100@DC)

This is all at the Distribution Center (DC) which ships to the Gulf States Region, specifcally the houston area. I persona;;y work at the Woodlands TRU in Texas, if you're ever in the area. This is still GREAT news even for those of you in other areas, as it means the product has begun ditribution, and could launch quite soon, indeed. Are we excited yet? The prices aren't bad either, and you know discount chains like Wal-Mart will be even cheaper! Happy hunting!
Reznorite420
10-11-2002, 07:06 PM
I take it that my city is just a WEE bit too far to consider "Gulf Coast"...you lucky bastard... :flaming: :flaming: :flaming:
Uki
10-11-2002, 07:09 PM
Hey, I was just in San Antonio last weekend! At least you're better off than the people in Europe that frequent these boards! Odds are, they'll end up in your 'hood soon, too, if they haven't already! (Uh, the toys, not the Europeans...)
Reznorite420
10-11-2002, 07:11 PM
*rubs hands*...Hehehehehe....TMNT toys, YOU'RE MINE!!!!!!
Uki
10-11-2002, 07:14 PM
...ours, man. C'Mon...let's share...
Reznorite420
10-11-2002, 07:15 PM
If I must, then I must....*hands his loot to his fellow Texan*
Uki
10-11-2002, 07:24 PM
Just some of it, pal. ...No need to be too generous, right? :wink: After all, these are NEW TMNT TOYS-FINALLY!!!! :D
Cjd3458
10-11-2002, 08:06 PM
If yall get the toys are yall going to keep them as collection or actually play with them? :D
Mike
10-11-2002, 08:06 PM
YEYAS!!!!! This is definately goin on the news of NewTMNT! It's getting closer....yea, Id say December, cause I remember Scourge was in the warehouse of TRU for about 3 months before lots of places got em (RiD TF).
Skeletoncrew
10-12-2002, 10:00 AM
I'm planning on buying two of each small figure and maybe one each of the vehicles. I'll keep one set of figures in package, and open the other. I'm still trying to decide whether I should tell my friends and family that I want TMNT for the holidays, or just buy myself a case.
Reznorite420
10-12-2002, 10:31 AM
I'm planning on buying two of each small figureDitto; one to play with, and one to collect :D :D :D
heretic888
10-12-2002, 11:32 AM
like i said, things are a'comin.....
Vegita-San
10-12-2002, 01:33 PM
My guess is, they'll be out in November, just in time for the Christmas rush. I can't help but wonder when we'll see them...date wise.
PWDESAI
10-12-2002, 02:51 PM
i'll be buying 3 leonardo's 1 to open, 2 don's one to open, 2 raphs 1 to open, 2 mikes 1 to open, 2 of each vehicle, and i'm gonna keep the 12 inch mib.
Uki
10-13-2002, 08:03 AM
I open all my toys. (Unless I end up with a double.) I do hang on to most of the packaging, but the resale value on most new toys isn't high enough to merit my purchase of extra TMNT stuff. (And I even get most of my toys for FREE!) I'll get at least one of everything-(unless the Turtle varients get to be too far-out. I'll hold off if they go the route of CowboySamuraiSpaceRaiderMutants, or any of the crazy things they did before.) My fiancee will most likey get most of the figures as well. I'll likely pass on the 12" figures, as well. I will keep everyone posted as far as the movement of merchandise from the DC-but keep in mind, this is just the Gulf States Region (It is likely the situation is similar in most other American areas as well. As for out-of-America...Sorry guys, we'll tell you how great they are as we play with them and you...wel, wait.).
Reznorite420
10-13-2002, 10:41 AM
The point is to have one still in the package when the resale value IS high.
Cjd3458
10-13-2002, 07:36 PM
How much are the toys are going to cost? I will only buy one each because I wouldn't waste my money on two if it cost like 15 to 20 bucks..
Reznorite420
10-13-2002, 07:58 PM
Don't worry; if the value of the OLD toys is around 15 bucks now, then fresh new ones won't cost much. Besides, it'd be kinda ludicrous to sell kid toys for such a high price.
Uki
10-13-2002, 09:34 PM
The prices are listed in the first post on this thread. And the truth of the matter is, toys are not going up in value the way the older ones are. Even the old TMNT toys can be found for very cheap prices, most times at not much more than their original store prices. If anyone's planning on buying doubles for the sole-reason of hoping to make a buck down the road, they might want to forget it. Everyone and his brother buys doubles anymore-so who exactly is going to buy these extras? ...Of course, there's the people who have to have evrything before their pals as well as people in foreign countries that will have to wait up to a year most times to get new American toys, so EBay can be your pal, then.
azure turtle
10-17-2002, 06:35 PM
*drools*
Me want new toys... :embarass:
Steel_Wings
10-27-2002, 05:32 PM
I thought that this would happen..SAVE ME A SET!!!
Steel_Wings
10-27-2002, 05:39 PM
Does anyone remeber back a few years ago when they re-issued some of the old TMNT figures? I personally collect action figures (it's not a very big collection at that!) I had one of the re-issues, and I also have a "Next Mutation" one as well, (Venus).
Reznorite420
10-28-2002, 09:45 AM
*anxiously waits for his car to come so he can drive to TRU*
DarthRaphael
10-28-2002, 10:16 AM
Does anyone remeber back a few years ago when they re-issued some of the old TMNT figures? I personally collect action figures (it's not a very big collection at that!) I had one of the re-issues, and I also have a "Next Mutation" one as well, (Venus).


I have a few of the re-issues. Krang in andriod body, Shredder, Mike, Chrome Footsoldier, "Robotic" Rocksteady, possibly a few others.
Steel_Wings
11-21-2002, 04:16 PM
I had the re-issue of Donatello..that is untill my dog got to it :ohwell:
Jephael
11-21-2002, 04:21 PM
I remember learning about the re-issue the first time I checked out the Official TMNT Website, so I bought fresh versions of all four original turtles and Krang's Android Body. I also got Tokka and Grand Slammin' Raph.
Shellfox
11-21-2002, 05:01 PM
First post here, so I'll make it an extra GOOD one! I work at TOYS R US and while checking the computer system today, I discovered a TMNT treasure trove just waiting to hit stores in this region. The new Turtles toys are in the system, and not only that, a heap of them are at my Distribution Center! Here's the run-down for all of it, including skn numbers, retail prices at TRU stores, and the number of pieces of merchandise (POS) at this particular locale:
TMNT Figure Asst-skn673752-$5.99-(4400@DC)
TMNT Vehicles-skn673903-$10.99-(2142@DC)
TMNT Armored TRuck-skn673938-$19.99-(1100@DC)
TMNT 12" Dlx. Figure Asst.-skn673954-$19.99-(1100@DC)

This is all at the Distribution Center (DC) which ships to the Gulf States Region, specifcally the houston area. I persona;;y work at the Woodlands TRU in Texas, if you're ever in the area. This is still GREAT news even for those of you in other areas, as it means the product has begun ditribution, and could launch quite soon, indeed. Are we excited yet? The prices aren't bad either, and you know discount chains like Wal-Mart will be even cheaper! Happy hunting!
Woodlands, I live in Spring, what store I need to know where to strike when they are out. The only one I can think of is the one off I-45 next to the Mall
Skeletoncrew
11-25-2002, 02:39 PM
I just noticed that the new TMNT figures are now listed on Amazon/Toys R Us. Release date is December 15th. The figures are priced $7.99.


The other items: vehicles $11.99, Deluxe armored truck $21.99, and 12" figures are $19.99. Release date on these is listed as 1/1/03

I'm sure its a mistake, but I don't see Shredder listed.
azure turtle
11-26-2002, 10:59 PM
December 15?! Wow... that's not too far from now! Can't wait to get the new toys. :anime:
Wingnut
12-01-2002, 02:23 PM
I bet they'll be out before christmas
MzTheInsomniac
12-02-2002, 02:13 PM
:evilgrin: december 15th eh? YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY im buying them asap! less tan 3 weeks
PWDESAI
12-02-2002, 09:21 PM
this rocks, i'm gonna buy 3 leo's 2 don's 2 raph's 2 mike's and uhh 2 of everything else, then uh... i'm gonna be broke...
MzTheInsomniac
12-04-2002, 03:44 PM
better start to save up, so far i have 200 dollars whic i dont think is enough