Disney: Star Wars CARS Weekend Celebration – Darth Mall Update
Star Wars CARS Weekend Celebration? Like Darth Maul, it was cut in half and fell down a dark hole … apparently Star Wars CARS & Vinylmation product DID NOT ARRIVE.
OH THE HUMANITY – as “AidensMom624” reports in …
I actually had my uncle doing all of my leg work today.
Here’s his synopsis — he showed up at 7am for an 8am park opening. They had already given out the 2,000 wristbands to get into “Darth Mall” to shop. They were letting 750 people in at a time. There was a manager there with master lists of what was available and where in the tent it was supposed to be. Uncle John was in line next to someone who wanted the Vinylmation and told him he was there for the Cars – the manager told them those were the 2 sets that aren’t available this weekend – that they hadn’t arrived. They got to talking – manager dude knows Aiden’s godmother – and after 3 “where are these products?” rounds … They have no idea. They are somewhere in transit, but are nowhere near where they should be. Boat – plane – train … Who knows ?? Manager dude told uncle John he wasn’t sure they’d even be here for next weekend!
Thanks for the update, “AidensMom624” (and family!)
So, the bottom line is they did NOT arrive for the first weekend. The Star Wars Merchandise Weekends run through June 9th but ONLY on the weekends so presumably even if it shows up on Monday, they will not put it out until next weekend … Memorial Day, No one will be in the park that weekend. 🙂
BUT for those who do not live Orlando, “PicksOurCars” has updated information … He says that if you call the 800 number, they said,
“I called to order the Star Wars Cars today and they told me to call back next Friday. They had just gotten the list today but the ordering ability begins next week.”
The 800-number for Theme Parks products is: 1-877-560-6477.
However, we do not have any product numbers or the UPC’s but there are 6 choices … and presumably the “character names” on the front of the cards should work.
Luigi as C3PO and Guido as R2D2.
Tractor as Stormtrooper and:
Lighting as Luke Skywalker, Fillmore as Yoda and Sally as Princess Leia.
There is no pricing info but it seems likely to be between $7.95 and $9.95 each.
So, if you call the ordering number (1-877-560-6477) and you get a confirmation email – send us product numbers – thanks!
I believe they will accept international orders.
Good luck!
And if you can wait, they will be available by this summer at the other US theme parks (not sure about international Disney’s) which means yes, it will be available at the stores “outside the parks.” That is NOT to say all 6 will be available or in stock for very long but eventually, they will get caught up – unless Disney announces it’s a limited item or a specific run, they like to sell things that customers want – weird, huh? So by Fall or Holiday, these should be common at the Theme Parks or of course, you can always call to order direct.
Thanks, “AidensMom624,” and “PicksOurCars, ” for the updates!
Meanwhile, you can read the real truth about R2D2 and Chewbacca.
I do not have a set myself, but if anyone else goes to buy and wants to piggyback on 2013 SDCC and 2013 D 23 Updates I send out I will be glad to post your cars for sale to make sure it reaches others.
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I’m in Florida but unable to make it to Disney. If anyone can get me a set I would really appreciate it! Jjones1112@gmail.com
Email sent! Thank you.
Just returned from Disneyland and was able to get the Star Wars cars. They kept selling out fast, but still got some.
I’m going tomorrow. If anyone still in need please, email me. sallychula at gmail. com
Does any body know if these are going to be available at Disneyland?
(MET: “Summer” was the answer …).
The Cars are available at Disneyland, at Sarge’s in Carsland and at Star Traders in Tomorrowland.
I was at the event on Friday and spoke to a manager and supervisor, Mike and Robert. Mike had a tie on, so I know he was a little higher up on the food chain. He informed me that the SWC were stuck in customs at the time and that they were NOT limited in any fashion. He said, and I quote “there are a gazillion” of these. I too called the 877 number to purchase a few sets today and found out the bad news. Not sure if I should wait until June to order or if I even have a choice. Would hate to ask someone to pick up 2-3 sets for me.
I am in the car on my way home from my fathers surprise 60th birthday party. My wonderful wife offered to driv so I finally have time to catch up on reading!! YEAH!!
I called the park merchandise number multiple times leading up to the first Star Wars weekend. Everyone I spoke to told me the same thing … these SWC were event exclusives …. they would not be available for phone orders until middle of June after the events were over and ONLY IF THERE WERE ANY LEFT!!! YIKES!!! That made it clear to me … I needed to get to the Park to help as many folks as I could with these. Waiting may end up costing you in the long run on something like this.
As mentioned in the forums, I am going to go back this weekend to try and secure more of them for anyone that is in need!! I have about 20 emails from interested members waiting for me … i will reply to everyone as soon as our hour drive home is over … and I carry my sleeping kids to bed for the night :–)
(MET: Thanks!).
As someone said in the Forums, you belong in the T5 Hall of Fame, Jeff!!
Hiya Jeff, Id love to be added to any list. Id be super happy with one set frankly. Thanks for all the work you did and all the great photos aquiring them. How fun! 🙂
How much did they cost?
Will the other power buyers contact me or someone let me know how to contact them please?
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Nice to see others jumping in and buying for those that cannot go. I hope you had a great time too jeff.
Remote buying is a huge undertaking.
I have been calling the 1 800 number and they said that they were not going take orders on that item…
Kmart.com was in charge of the distribution…
And they are Mattel’s 1:55 scale, not Disney’s 1:43.
Made by Mattel too? Or someone else?
I can imagine Mattel wishing they could make Star Wars toys.
Cars did show up on Saturday morning. Price is $9.95 for each car.
As for Vinylmation, I’m not sure.
They did arrive. The awesomely kind jestrjef got them. Mine got mailed off yesterday.
I can only hope that jestrjef hit florida’s lottery…. or at least another TFAD’er did.
You can check out Jeff’s awesome story and photos here:
http://www.takefiveaday.com/forum/general/star-wars-cars-1/page-4/
I take it AidensMom624 went on Friday and not Saturday. Or they didn’t have the smooth talking ways of jestrjef