Yeah this is plan B, although its a bit more expensive via amazon. It's the principle of the matter.

Oh sweet. Have bookmarked for his older brother. Could be a good Christmas present.

Thanks, trust me he is very much into Minecraft already.

Thanks, yep I ended up going with this. Got a pretty sweet set ( http://shop.lego.com/en-NZ/Excavator-42006 ) with the motor add on. Just trying to overcome ridiculous regional pricing now if you don't live in the states you pay though the nose ( https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=6403660 )