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General => News => Topic started by: playmogal on July 14, 2011, 01:17:08
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I picked up 3255 today at my local toy store; did not know it was still available. Checked on PM USA, and it is there, too, at 90USD also. Couple of questions...
Have they changed 3255 from the earlier versions, and if so, in what ways? I don't own an older version and have never seen one close up.
Does anyone know what the original price was in the US? 90USD seems a bit steep for this few pieces. It would seem that they would sell a lot more at 70-75USD, especially when compared with the 140USD price of the 5302 Grande Mansion.
Were there ever more than two Clickies with this set (Mr. and Ms. Noah are it for now.)
Were there ever any add on sets to the Ark, or did it stand alone?
Does the engine kit really work? Who has tried it in water?
I like the built set and am trying to figure out what to add to it if anything.
Cheers, Pgal :wave:
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Thanks so much for bringing this to our attention! I had no idea this was still available on PM USA! How could I miss it? Did you search specifically for it, or find it while browsing? I've been considering spending more for this set on ebay.
Sorry, I can't answer any of you questions. I'd be interested in the answers too. :wave:
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HI! I was thinking about getting it, but the prices on eBay were too high. Then I happened to see it in our local toystore, and it looked wonderful! SO I bought it and built it tonight.
It is a very nice toy. I am glad they finally had a large set I wanted at the local store because they carry the full line, and my 5302 arrived from PM USA before theirs did. Was surprised when I saw it in the PM catalog tonight, but happy I bought locally.
Maybe someone who has had it for a long time can answer some of our questions!
Music note: Great score for building this set is Creation by Christopher Young.
Cheers, Pgal :wave:
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Congratulations on both Noah's Ark and 5302. These are two sets that I want very much!
Would love to see some interior shots of the Ark if you have a chance. I think I've heard that it's on wheels. Is this correct?
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What I can't stand on that set is the "booklet" thing with that horrid story.. Have a review (or was it a rant?) written for playkingdoms for YEARS, but never got around to take the pics (as usual).
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The box (and the boat) are quite large and heavy if you decide to carry this home from the store. The box alone is 23 x 19 x 6 inches (59 x 50 x 16 cm approx); the boat is 20 x 10 x 8 in. stripped (52 x 26 x 21 cm.) You may want to order it and let someone else deliver to your door! Luckily my car has a large trunk because I just upgraded from a lovely sports car (2006 Acura RSX-pristine manual, flies like a batouttahell!)...all the better to haul more PM from the Fun Park and other stores!
Here are a few more photos of the contents. This is my first large set of animals, and hooweeeee, this is going to be a lot of fun playing with! Forget the kids and get one for yourself! ;D ;D ;D
PM-BIG THANKS FOR PUTTING THIS ONE BACK ON THE MARKET!!!!
Cheerio, Pgal :wave: :wave: :wave:
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It is now built and gracing our kitchen table. Wish we could climb on this ark and go for a short sail...will pass on the 40 day one!
The animals are sooooooo coooooooooollllll! Do you think they would like our breakfast of yogurt, fresh blackberries and granola? :lol:
Here are some more pics for you animal fans out there....bonniebeth, hope this makes your breakfast better, too!
Cheers, Pgal :wave:
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The last pics are below. I adore Mr. and Ms. Noah!
Hope DS has some in stock. I did find a couple on eBay.de, and my German is improving by the minute since hubby is out of town today and can't translate. Could they just put a *&&^$$&()(&%$##@ English button on that site so we illiterates could buy more stuff without so much aggravation?
Anyway enjoy the pics and yup, run, don't walk to the nearest toystore that carries this baby or get one online....but I would not wait around because they are quite pricey on eBay.
They claim that PM are made for kids, but I disagree. No kid could appreciate the fine detail and craftsmanship in these toys. Let them play with sticks and stones and make and eat mudpies like we did and leave the serious toys to us "adults!" ;D ;D ;D
Cheers, Pgal :wave: (my right arm is tired from waving....anyone got a left one waving?)
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Wow, thanks for showing close-ups of this set! I've thought about getting it for a long time, it's pretty cool! Nice to see all the animals safe. :P I had no idea this was still available on the website either. I directly searched it and it came uo, but I haven't come across it browsing, I wonder what category it's under? Or maybe there aree other "hidden sets" on the website. ;D Anyway, thanks for sharing, and maybe you should give that waving arm a rest! ;)
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They claim that PM are made for kids, but I disagree. No kid could appreciate the fine detail and craftsmanship in these toys. Let them play with sticks and stones and make and eat mudpies like we did and leave the serious toys to us "adults!" ;D ;D ;D
Completely agree. Keep them FAR away from playmobil. Especially the idiots with markers! >:(
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great set!!! I so looking forward to get it one day :love:
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Thanks for telling us about this Pgal. :thanks:
I've had an incomplete one for years but never got around to getting the spares and didn't know if I could still get them from ds, but maybe I can now. :)
:wave: btw as you are facing forward isn't that your left arm that's waving? :lol:
Elaine (http://www.anchoredbygrace.com/smileys/mgqueen.gif)
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Does anyone know what the original price was in the US? 90USD seems a bit steep for this few pieces. It would seem that they would sell a lot more at 70-75USD, especially when compared with the 140USD price of the 5302 Grande Mansion.
Were there ever more than two Clickies with this set (Mr. and Ms. Noah are it for now.)
Were there ever any add on sets to the Ark, or did it stand alone?
Does the engine kit really work? Who has tried it in water?
Yes, it was very quite expensive. I can't remember exactly but 90ish seems about right.
There were no add-ons made for this set (at least not released in Canada if there were - although you could be anilmals separaeley and put them in)/
Just the two figures.
Yes, the motor will work on it - not in a high headwind though (just like any of the other boats). It sure floats better than the 3286 pirate ship, that's for darn sure!!!
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Wesley,
Thanks for the info about the ark. I agree that there should have been lots of add on kits for the ark. Can we create a list of the animals and other things we would put on the ark? Here is a start in the:
DECORATE YOUR ARK GAME
1. At least four children, a baby and four grandparents
2. Pigs (which kind)
3. Cows (which kind)
4. Snakes
5. Bats
6. Owls
7. Peacocks
8. Mosquitoes
9. Tigers
10. Pandas
11. Moose
12. Bear
13. Koalas
14. Armadillos
15. Porcupines
16. Turtles
17. Hamsters
18. Pelicans
19. Ostrichs
20. Ducks
21. Buffalo/bison
The animals don't have to all fit in the ark because they can be loading and unloading on the land. How about an oak tree for the land? Acacia? Palm?
YALL HAVE FUN NOW! Pgal
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What you'd need is three more adult males (Shem, Ham and Japeth) and three women for their wives. History does not relate how many children so you can add as many children and babies as your heart desires.
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I'd stick with the three sons and their three wives. Plus Noah and his wife, of course.
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Wesley, Great! I love adding people to anything!
And all the animals my heart desires could sink the ark, but will place most of them on the land. Am searching for more animals at this very minute. Thanks, Pgal
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Actually, you could add lots of people to be ones that didn't make it on the ark. :P
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Actually, you could add lots of people to be ones that didn't make it on the ark. :P
Yep, kids, babies, adults.. Not to mention animals...
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Yup, this is my kind of set. The sky or table size is the limit!
Searching through my kingdom right now. And heading to Science Safari for reinforcements!
Cheers, Pgal
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a moses set wouldve been great too, and wouldve fitted in nicely with the egyptian theme ...
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Broke: No kidding! Would love a Moses set, too.
Found more of Mr. and Ms. Noah on eBay.de, but the seller (librejoggen) does not ship to the US. Those figures are just wonderful designs and can be used for lots of other people.
The Ark does make me search wider for cool animals, and that is so much fun!!! Pgal :wave: