If you're into complex LEGO builds, Transformers toys, or both, have we got a deal for you. Today both Target and Amazon are offering the LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime for only $143.99, a 20% drop from its $180 MSRP and the lowest price we've seen this year. If you want to get this as a Christmas gift, then I'd highly recommend you get it from Target. Target is still offering delivery by December 25, whereas Amazon is predicting early to mid January.
Note that Target RedCard members get an extra 5% discount.
LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime 10302 for $143.99
Transforms from robot to truck
The LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime is no small robot. It measures a respectable 14" high, 11" deep, and 8" wide in its robot form and weighs in at about 4.5 pounds. The robot form features 19 points of articulation and several familiar accessories like the Autobot Matrix of Leadership, Energon axe and cube, ion blaster, and jetpack. The total brick count is 1,508 pieces, which averages to just under 10 cents per brick. That's a solid deal, especially if you factor in the sheer awesomeness of this set.
This is one of the more complex LEGO builds and it's officially recommended for ages 18+, perfect for the adult collector or a joint venture involving you and your kid. The fun doesn't stop when your build is finished, either. The best feature of all is the ability to transform from robot to truck. Optimus Prime can transform from robot to truck and back without taking the model apart. This, in our opinion, makes it so much better than a lot of the other complicated LEGO builds that are overly fragile and designed to be displayed only.
