Kid Buu (Dragon Ball Z) - Custom/Non-Official
Unknown (Non-LEGO) · Custom / Bootleg (Branded as Dragon Ball Z)
Third Party / Unofficial Anime Figures · Circa 2015-2020
Figure ID
Unknown (Non-LEGO)
Theme
Custom / Bootleg (Branded as Dragon Ball Z)
Year Released
Circa 2015-2020
Rarity
Common (Mass-produced in the knock-off market)
Head
Custom molded pink pointed head piece with black eyes/red pupils and a grinning face. The top 'antenna' or tentacle is integrated into the mold.
Torso
Pink torso with black line art depicting muscular definition and chest markings. Includes a printed 'M' (Majin) belt on the waist area. Printed arms with black wristband detail.
Legs
Standard white legs with pink hip piece (printed with the bottom of the black belt and yellow 'M' logo). No foot printing.
Accessories
Usually none; occasionally sold with a pink energy blast piece or a clear stand.
Color Scheme
Primary Bright Pink and White with Black and Yellow accents.
Printing Details
Pad-printed or UV-printed. Quality is lower than official LEGO; lines are somewhat thin and character alignment on the 'M' belt often overlaps the hip/torso connection.
Variants
Standard Kid Buu, Fat Buu (using a specialized body mold), and Super Buu variants exist within this same unofficial product line.
Condition Notes
Prone to loose arm joints and lower-quality plastic that may feel lighter or shinier than official LEGO ABS. Check for print fading on the 'M' belt.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 USD (Minimal collector value for serious LEGO purists)
Price (New)
Originally sold for approximately $0.80 - $2.00 on sites like AliExpress or at local flea markets.
Compatible Sets
None (Does not appear in any official LEGO sets; LEGO does not hold the Dragon Ball license).
Character Background
Kid Buu is the original and most dangerous form of the Majin Buu creature from the Dragon Ball Z anime/manga series. Known for his chaotic and purely evil nature.
Design Notes
This figure uses a custom head mold not found in any official LEGO product. The aesthetic attempts to mimic the LEGO 'minifigure' style but lacks legitimate LEGO branding on the studs or neck.
Similar Minifigures
Other unofficial Dragon Ball figures like Goku, Vegeta, and Frieza often sold in the same bundles.
Collectibility
Low for official LEGO investors. High for anime fans who want a figure LEGO will likely never produce due to licensing and content restrictions.
History
Part of the massive wave of Chinese 'bootleg' figures that flooded the market in the mid-2010s, utilizing IP that LEGO does not own.
Interesting Facts
Despite being fake, the head mold is surprisingly accurate to the source material; many customizers use these parts for 'purist' MOCs by cleaning up the paint.
Display Suggestions
Display on a clear acrylic stand with other Dragon Ball Z custom figures. Avoid keeping in direct sunlight as non-LEGO plastic yellows and becomes brittle faster.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'parts' characters; the pink torso and arms are useful for custom sci-fi aliens or pink-themed heroes.
Overall Assessment
This is not a genuine LEGO product. While it captures the character's likeness well, it has no official resale value and is considered a 'knock-off' by the hobbyist community.