ISO8T0 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 15 minutes ago, Villager Chris said: I reckon this set will be done by November. The evidence is that Lego cannot produce enough sets and are fully aware that people are buying more than one to resell. One thing I know about Lego is how sensitive they are to their image, particularly with families. Is it easier to kill it, admit defeat and focus on other lines? No more grumbles from customers. That said, I don't know why Lego didn't have a limit of 2 (even one) per customer when last week's fresh batch became available. It was either: Short-sighted; Stupid; Intentional to sell out quickly. Anyway, that's my take. Nope. Well November of 2018 maybe. Might want to give this a read.https://www.thebrickfan.com/lego-ideas-nasa-apollo-saturn-v-21309-availability-update/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villager Chris Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 (edited) 4 minutes ago, pstebbing said: Nope. Well November of 2018 maybe. Might want to give this a read.https://www.thebrickfan.com/lego-ideas-nasa-apollo-saturn-v-21309-availability-update/ Yes, read that when it came out. But goalposts change all the time. Why still have a limit of 5, knowing the demand? Edited August 30, 2017 by Villager Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 (edited) 5 hours ago, cladner said: maybe because if they produced for actual demand of this set it would disrupt production schedules for other themes even though these rockets sell better than anything, they can't just produce only these rockets. so they produce the amount they planned on doing , do a second run and maybe another run sometime next year. then pull the plug. the change in language on the website is identical to what happened with research institute which also demonstrated a similar pattern of inability to maintain any online stock for any duration. everyone who is so sure about availability throughout 2018 just because of what someone read on the internet or what some corporate guy was quoted as stating really needs to think again. of course they are going to say that. what happens if the guy comes out and says, well actually we are only going to do 2 more runs so make sure to get one quick. that will not go over well. I agree with what you say about the production schedule, which is probably why it has gone TOOS rather than SOLD OUT. They do plan to make more but there is no production slot in system at this time within the parameter window so it defaults to TOOS. Of course they can´t just produce rockets but they will have regular production meetings and will be able to shift sets up and down in priority and advance or delay the last ever production date - look at TH and Pet Shop as two examples. Ecto 1 is another closer to home. It´s a licensed set with no unique parts and it makes sense to squeeze it till supply outstrips demand, especially as sales are starting to flatline - we´ll likely get the mid year financial results next week, but that´s another topic! BTW 14 units sold on Ebay europe today, the most in several weeks. Price is trending down though. Edited August 30, 2017 by Val-E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DadsAFOL Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 The promo bricks story was confirmed as "not true" by a Lego employee on the Ambassador forum today. Apparently there is a more official statement forthcoming. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boliramirez Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 My contact in the LEgo Store, just told me the ones they got in August, are the last ones they will get....... makes sense to me... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_shy_guy Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 23 hours ago, Feanor said: Well did you get the confirmation? I talked to the staff in person and learned it was just their inventory displaying false stock, to my knowledge they never yet had one set of 21309 physically in store. I've tried to reserve one multiple times, but always got a cancellation half an hour later... Canceld in Regensburg but in Erlangen it worked. Reserved 2 and they split the 15€ discount but after calling store manager it was down to 104.99€. And they only had 2. Got a 20€ gift card valid till 19.9 . works with 10% coupons 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t_mafia Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I'm really hoping the retirement rumor is not true. I have been too or not paid attention every time it has come back in stock online. :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feanor Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 zusammengebaut.com, another big german Lego-Fan-Site postet a pretty strongly worded counter to the Promobricks article, citing their sources in Billund confirming it will be produced further and calling Promobricks untrustwothy and panic-mongering (Even if not by name). So at this point pretty much anyone can choose what to believe and find newssites to support their stance (Just like real life... ) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mauro23 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Feanor said: zusammengebaut.com, another big german Lego-Fan-Site postet a pretty strongly worded counter to the Promobricks article, citing their sources in Billund confirming it will be produced further and calling Promobricks untrustwothy and panic-mongering (Even if not by name). So at this point pretty much anyone can choose what to believe and find newssites to support their stance (Just like real life... ) Even there will be another one or more runs for 21309, the demand will be never covered by the production and we will have the same situation as for today.... This means that the August statement from LEGO that the product will be available throughout the whole year 2018 is simply not true. Edited August 31, 2017 by mauro23 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 In any case, now only 33 listings on EU ebay so this weekend will probably be the last good selling window before people start receiving their backorders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) 10 minutes ago, mauro23 said: Even there will be another one or more runs for 21309, the demand will be never covered by the production and we will have the same situation as for today.... This means that the August statement from LEGO that the product will be available throughout the whole year 2018 is simply not true. If they continue with the same production schedule and max 5 online limit it will sell out again. Perhaps someone somewhere will be inspired to change things around, especially once the Xmas orders and new 2017 product lines launches have been fulfilled. Edited August 31, 2017 by Val-E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val-E Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) https://www.promobricks.de/erstes-update-zur-verfuegbarkeit-der-lego-ideas-apollo-saturn-v-21309/40674 […] It has come to our attention that rumours have again surfaced claiming that the LEGO® Ideas 21309 NASA Apollo Saturn V has been retired from production. As communicated in our July 11 blog post, we would like to re-assure you and the rest of our fans that the LEGO Ideas 21309 NASA Apollo Saturn V set has NOT been retired and will not be retiring anytime soon either, as we wish to offer the chance for many more fans to get the opportunity to purchase a copy of the set. Although we fully acknowledge and understand the frustrations of our fans who have been waiting to purchase this set, please know that our teams are working tirelessly to ensure that the set will be available as soon as possible. […] Absender des Statements ist Hasan Jensen von LEGO Ideas Team. Promobricks still insisting Lego source told them it was done and they will reveal more info soon. Insert Michael Jackson popcorn and You don´t say? memes below. Edited August 31, 2017 by Val-E 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feanor Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) Update from Promobricks, this time with a proper Source: […] It has come to our attention that rumours have again surfaced claiming that the LEGO® Ideas 21309 NASA Apollo Saturn V has been retired from production. As communicated in our July 11 blog post, we would like to re-assure you and the rest of our fans that the LEGO Ideas 21309 NASA Apollo Saturn V set has NOT been retired and will not be retiring anytime soon either, as we wish to offer the chance for many more fans to get the opportunity to purchase a copy of the set. Although we fully acknowledge and understand the frustrations of our fans who have been waiting to purchase this set, please know that our teams are working tirelessly to ensure that the set will be available as soon as possible. […] Absender des Statements ist Hasan Jensen von LEGO Ideas Team. Edited August 31, 2017 by Feanor two seconds too late^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackyb1991 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 My local Lego shop re stocking tomorow in uk. Think I should grab s couple more as only have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minicoopers11 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I'll say it one more time for effect: this set is going to DeLorean. I'll buy it on sale after the supply glut. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BricksBrotha Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I am really hoping these retirement rumours are just a pile of bs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_shy_guy Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 my four waiting till christmas then i release them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 38 minutes ago, the_shy_guy said: my four waiting till christmas then i release them ... just when everybody else releases their's ready for.... the race to the bottom! 2 hours ago, Jackyb1991 said: My local Lego shop re stocking tomorow in uk. Think I should grab s couple more as only have one. ... and unstocking tomorrow too! ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackyb1991 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 4 minutes ago, TabbyBoy said: ... just when everybody else releases their's ready for.... the race to the bottom! ... and unstocking tomorrow too! ;-) Had them for 3 days last time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynnibus Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Local Tysons, VA store had 4 restocked this week.. they lasted 2 days this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HandyHand Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 My one order says it's in Warehouse now, so I should be getting this set within a few days. Finally! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emazers Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Got my 2 from Toys R US Today in the Lego Box, perfect condition, with Gift cards got both for $100.00 each. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravenb99 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 3 minutes ago, emazers said: Got my 2 from Toys R US Today in the Lego Box, perfect condition, with Gift cards got both for $100.00 each. already preboxed, takes away the emazers fun of pre packing?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ISO8T0 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 More plaid tape pics please. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lego_Monsters Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 11 minutes ago, emazers said: Got my 2 from Toys R US Today in the Lego Box, perfect condition, with Gift cards got both for $100.00 each. But how much you paid for the gift cards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.