Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010 1:41PM CDT

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Someone's losing their top in Transformers 3 and it's not Megan Fox or Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Corvetteblogger has spotted a Corvette Stingray Concept, with altered aesthetics. While the likelyhood of this being owned by someone from the beautiful Beverly Hills is high, it's also quite possible that this is Sideswipe's appearance in Transformers 3. With the recent makeovers for Prime, Bumblebee and Ratchet, it would not be hard to imagine Sideswipe would be receiving one too. Check out the sleek speedster below.

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Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086912)
Posted by zenosaurus_x on June 16th, 2010 @ 1:44pm CDT

He looks sort of...odd...without the top...

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086917)
Posted by It Is Him on June 16th, 2010 @ 1:52pm CDT

Come to think of it, we haven't seen any pics of Sideswipe on the TF3 set.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086918)
Posted by DMSL on June 16th, 2010 @ 1:55pm CDT

Prime make-over? I've seen nothing new about Prime.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086919)
Posted by Blurrz on June 16th, 2010 @ 2:01pm CDT

DMSL wrote:Prime make-over? I've seen nothing new about Prime.

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... ers/17959/

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086920)
Posted by UltraPrimal on June 16th, 2010 @ 2:04pm CDT

OMG! Cover your eyes, kids. Sideswipe, put your top on! Your upholstery is showing.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086923)
Posted by Julie85 on June 16th, 2010 @ 2:11pm CDT

Oh, darn. There goes my dream of seeing him as a red Lamborghini. Please Michael Bay at least give us Sunstreaker this time.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086947)
Posted by Crystal Rodimus on June 16th, 2010 @ 3:10pm CDT

My first reaction: maybe less kibble on the toy.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086960)
Posted by Megatron Wolf on June 16th, 2010 @ 3:40pm CDT

wow thats ugly

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086964)
Posted by Hip-Hoptimus Rime on June 16th, 2010 @ 3:52pm CDT

Yeah, I'm not digging it. I think the lack of a full-height windshield throws off the aesthetics.

If true, there goes any chance of a movie-accurate Deluxe SS for TF3. Don't have the ROTF one w/ me, but what's under the roof, the arms? How many convertible TF cars have there been? I can think of the Alternators Honda S2000 and Dodge Viper, any Deluxes? On the Dlx scale it'll be harder to make it work.

The link above shows a better front-end view and describes some other changes- the ehadlights are now in the front end recesses, new dual hood scoops, different grill and wheels. Hmm. I'm starting to dig.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086977)
Posted by Zeds on June 16th, 2010 @ 4:27pm CDT

I'm liking it. Could they toast Ratchet while they are at it. Sick of seeing him in all his repaint gawdyness.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086982)
Posted by Noideaforaname on June 16th, 2010 @ 4:53pm CDT

Hip-Hoptimus Rime wrote:If true, there goes any chance of a movie-accurate Deluxe SS for TF3. Don't have the ROTF one w/ me, but what's under the roof, the arms? How many convertible TF cars have there been? I can think of the Alternators Honda S2000 and Dodge Viper, any Deluxes? On the Dlx scale it'll be harder to make it work.

Wouldn't be surprised if Hasbro just repaints the existing mold but paints the roof a slightly different color and says he has his roof up (it's a convertible, after all).

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1086995)
Posted by CybertronHotShot on June 16th, 2010 @ 5:21pm CDT

Hip-Hoptimus Rime wrote:Yeah, I'm not digging it. I think the lack of a full-height windshield throws off the aesthetics.

If true, there goes any chance of a movie-accurate Deluxe SS for TF3. Don't have the ROTF one w/ me, but what's under the roof, the arms? How many convertible TF cars have there been? I can think of the Alternators Honda S2000 and Dodge Viper, any Deluxes? On the Dlx scale it'll be harder to make it work.

The link above shows a better front-end view and describes some other changes- the ehadlights are now in the front end recesses, new dual hood scoops, different grill and wheels. Hmm. I'm starting to dig.

There`s Clocker, from Cybertron, but it`s a Scout.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1087196)
Posted by Prime Riblet on June 17th, 2010 @ 6:23am CDT

I really don't want him to be a convertible in the movie. It will take away a lot of his "tough" factor.

As far as a toy, I don't even remotely care.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1087237)
Posted by Autobot Firestorm on June 17th, 2010 @ 8:19am CDT

Blurrz wrote:
DMSL wrote:Prime make-over? I've seen nothing new about Prime.

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... ers/17959/

Looks like nothing new with Prime here...
http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... led/18536/

I'm hoping this convertible is really Sunstreaker, with Sideswipe as the hardtop (even though he hasn't been spotted on the set yet). C'mon Bay - give us Sunstreaker already! Skids and Mudflap as twins?? If you have Swipe, you've gotta bring Streaker too!! And give them some actual screen time too!!!

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1087275)
Posted by autobot-jolt on June 17th, 2010 @ 9:49am CDT

oh PLEASE no, this will make Sideswipe look leass badass in the movie. Keep the hardtop, and this will be a lot harder on hasbro to make a toy, convertibles will obviously be hard to make as Transformers, can you imagine sideswipe with a back with seats, ick...

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1087360)
Posted by 5150 Cruiser on June 17th, 2010 @ 1:57pm CDT

Blurrz wrote: While the likelyhood of this being owned by someone from the beautiful Beverly Hills is high, it's also quite possible that this is Sideswipe's appearance in Transformers 3. !

Its doubtfull that this belongs to any private owner concidering that there are only a few versions of the the Sting Ray concept in exshistance. Non of which are in the hands of the general public.

I for one like this version. I don't see it being any less "manly" than the coupe.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1087620)
Posted by Prime Riblet on June 18th, 2010 @ 2:00am CDT

5150 Cruiser wrote:
Blurrz wrote: While the likelyhood of this being owned by someone from the beautiful Beverly Hills is high, it's also quite possible that this is Sideswipe's appearance in Transformers 3. !

Its doubtfull that this belongs to any private owner concidering that there are only a few versions of the the Sting Ray concept in exshistance. Non of which are in the hands of the general public.

I for one like this version. I don't see it being any less "manly" than the coupe.

Very true. There isn't likely a private owner of one of these outside of GM. Also, even though I prefer the hard top, this is still about as "chick magnet" as a car could possibly be. It is definitely not a wuss car.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088117)
Posted by Noideaforaname on June 19th, 2010 @ 10:18am CDT

Possible confirmation?
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5muOvy3At_8[/youtube]

It appears to be Bumblebee, the topless Corvette Stingray Concept, and a red Ferrari.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088234)
Posted by Nekoman on June 19th, 2010 @ 6:18pm CDT

It seems the next film could be getting edgy. The convertible Corvette last seen here, would very much appear to be Sideswipe's alternate mode in Transformers 3. The Transformers Live Action Movie Blog has posted a video featuring the car driving a short distance, along with the Camaro we know as Bumblebee. To view the video click here.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088240)
Posted by omegaprowl on June 19th, 2010 @ 6:39pm CDT

Am I the only one that noticed this, but the Red Ferrari reported earlier as being a new autobot is at the front of that line! I'm hoping for Hot Rod/Rodimus or sunstreaker or blurr

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088242)
Posted by Samurai Bludgeon on June 19th, 2010 @ 6:40pm CDT

Seems this video also shows the ferrari that Bay announced a while back-it is the lead car there. Also it is red....Rodimus?

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088246)
Posted by Optillamanus on June 19th, 2010 @ 6:56pm CDT

Crystal Rodimus wrote:My first reaction: maybe less kibble on the toy.

Yeah, but the roof was the only thing hiding the back of the torso and the legs. If they make a toy of this, they'll need to do some insane retooling.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088247)
Posted by Blurrz on June 19th, 2010 @ 6:58pm CDT

Really excited about this movie.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088271)
Posted by DaiShanPrime on June 19th, 2010 @ 8:50pm CDT

omegaprowl wrote:Am I the only one that noticed this, but the Red Ferrari reported earlier as being a new autobot is at the front of that line! I'm hoping for Hot Rod/Rodimus or sunstreaker or blurr

That really caught my eye. One can only hope

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088276)
Posted by Raphael Prime on June 19th, 2010 @ 9:03pm CDT

First off, i'm not saying it's deffinately not one, but that 'Ferrari' looks quite a bit like a Ford GT to me. And given it's in the lead position, i will guess on Rodimus as well.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088277)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 19th, 2010 @ 9:14pm CDT

Ok, this is probably the stupidest thing I've ever said, but after a couple of viewings of the footage, I'm starting to believe that the red car in front of Bumblebee is possibly a new character; Cliffjumper. If I'm right, you guys'll owe me a lot of Energon in the Heavy Metal War game! XD :lol:

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088281)
Posted by SlyTF1 on June 19th, 2010 @ 9:30pm CDT

Is that...Cliffjumper!?

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088282)
Posted by Doctor McGrath on June 19th, 2010 @ 9:33pm CDT

Mindmaster wrote:Ok, this is probably the stupidest thing I've ever said, but after a couple of viewings of the footage, I'm starting to believe that the red car in front of Bumblebee is possibly a new character; Cliffjumper. If I'm right, you guys'll owe me a lot of Energon in the Heavy Metal War game! XD

We already know he is a new character. http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... s-3/18078/

As far as ol' Cliffjumper, I'd love to see it but i don't think so. Bay will go for something bigger. No matter who it is, I hope he, along with the other new bots, get some good screen time and character development. Some kicka** fight scenes wouldn't hurt either.

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088354)
Posted by MYoung23 on June 20th, 2010 @ 7:04am CDT

Sideswipe has chicken legs and wheel feet and people are complaining that he is convertible now? :???:

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088391)
Posted by Blackstreak on June 20th, 2010 @ 10:48am CDT

And it looks like we are getting a red sports car autobot too! :grin:

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088455)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 20th, 2010 @ 7:18pm CDT

amcgrath929 wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:Ok, this is probably the stupidest thing I've ever said, but after a couple of viewings of the footage, I'm starting to believe that the red car in front of Bumblebee is possibly a new character; Cliffjumper. If I'm right, you guys'll owe me a lot of Energon in the Heavy Metal War game! XD

We already know he is a new character. http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... s-3/18078/

As far as ol' Cliffjumper, I'd love to see it but i don't think so. Bay will go for something bigger. No matter who it is, I hope he, along with the other new bots, get some good screen time and character development. Some kicka** fight scenes wouldn't hurt either.

...Oh. Well, don't I feel like a Bulkhead? :lol:

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1088654)
Posted by GEEWUN on June 21st, 2010 @ 12:40pm CDT

omegaprowl wrote:Am I the only one that noticed this, but the Red Ferrari reported earlier as being a new autobot is at the front of that line! I'm hoping for Hot Rod/Rodimus or sunstreaker or blurr

If they make sunstreaker a red ferrari I will barf.... Anyhow maybe it is tracks ya know? speaking how sideswipe is a Corvette Stingray and the red ferrarri is a red ferrari.... Maybe they swapped alts for the live action movie....

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1102759)
Posted by rocknbot on July 24th, 2010 @ 4:08pm CDT

i think its cool. Is his robot form be different or the same. I also think the red one is either Cliffjuper or Hot Rod what do you guys

Re: Rumor: Transformers 3 - Sideswipe Goes Convertible (1102770)
Posted by amtm on July 24th, 2010 @ 4:26pm CDT

Crystal Rodimus wrote:My first reaction: maybe less kibble on the toy.

Agree. I'm sure they can find a way to take care of the stuff the roof was hiding. Anything to get rid of that giant backpack on the Human Alliance version would help. They improved Optimus in both his Leader Class and Voyager versions between Movie 1 and Movie 2, so I'm sure we could see some improvements in the toys for Movie 3 as well--and I do hope that line includes Human Alliance toys.