Hot on the heels of the transformers brouhaha (well, not really, since the movie was released nearly four months ago), this Optimus Prime replica brings tears to this reviewer’s eyes – perhaps due to the sheer amount of chrome used in the conversion.

                                             Bling-y. Looks fit for a pin-ball machine.

I’m assuming it took the intervening 4 months to attach that many shiny bits to the 1994 Peterbilt tractor-trailer this replica is based on. That, or the builder just had a childhood-memory flashback. The current owner is putting it up on eBay, of all places, at a starting price of $50 large K.

The replica is replete with transformers themed cues, such as the paint job (of course), the aforementioned chrome, a TV screen at the back playing transformers replays on a permanent loop, and transformers-themed bunk bed. I’m disappointed to say though, that this particular example does not transform. More’s the pity.

                                             More chromed bits.

If only I had $50K to blow, I’d have that truck. And if I were a pig, I’d fly too. Regardless of whether I have wings or not, this example of sheer fan slavery and geekiness will surely fetch a masterful price for the maker. Likewise, anyone who can afford to take this home must surely have a larger than average garage, as well as a larger than average wallet.

                                            Gives new meaning to "Second Childhood".

Kudos to the eventual buyer, and an additional thumbs up if he or she dares to say “Transform, and roll out!” at the top of his or her voice when they drive off in this extreme example of geekiness.

More pics after the break.

                                             No "All-Spark" here, just a CAT-made diesel engine.

                                             Optimus has a big nose.