Heya folks, just thought I'd share my experiences with buying a figure/model from Utopia Anime on the web.
Back in September 2003, I bought a Kiddy Grade figure (it was like $300 bucks), and to this day, I STILL have not received it. After several (like 10) emails to them requesting the status, I've gotten no, zip, zero nada response. They're basically ignoring me. They were quick to respond to my inquires BEFORE I bought and equally quick to charge my credit card (thank god for fraud protection), but thats about it.
So, if you ever come across them on the web, please do yourself a favor and dont buy from them. Resist the urge (they do have nice pictures) and buy from somewhere MUCH more reputable like HLJ or something. I dont want to see my anime bretheren to get ripped off like I did.
Thanks for listening and this has been your public service announcement for the day.