Transformers Masterpiece Grimlock in production from Takara

Takara has released info on their new in-production Transformers Masterpiece Grimlock. The 8th figure in their Masterpiece series, it is due in March 2009 for around $150. Yes, that is quite expensive, but this will be one large figure, containing die-cast metal as well as plastic.
Pictured above is the unpainted prototype. Expect more information and better pictures in the near future.
Click the image below for a close-up of the source of this news from a Japanese trade magazine. As you can see from the pic, some other cool things are in development over in Japan, including the entirely unexpected Mickey Mouse Transformer.