DreamZproject Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 Hey guys, i have a few car panels that I'm ordering from the Z store. The package should be of a moderate size, as most of the panels are long but not wide, and wouldn't weigh very much. The total cost of the parts is around $300, but i was quoted the same amount again for postage via fedex. Is this the only method of shipping they use? Can i insist they use someone else? I don't need the parts fast so I wouldn't mind surface mail. What have other people done? Thanks guys. Quote
MyEnquiringMind Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 The only way to ship from the U.S. is USPS... Cheers, J Quote
260DET Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 Panels and bigger things like spoiler seem to be expensive freight wise, US sellers don't seem to care much about getting a cheaper price too. But at least USPS, FedEx and the like do all the customs stuff and deliver to your door, be careful of supposedly cheaper alternatives who add on the extras once they have possession of your stuff. Quote
d3c0y Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 There are companies that ship things from the US to Aus in containers for cheap if you are willing to wait for your parts. Quote
Retro Z Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 Get it shipped to the www.usatoaus.com depot and get them to send it vis sea. I got 4 wheels and tyres sent from LA last year for $80 but took 5-6 weeks if i remember correctly. Quote
DreamZproject Posted January 4, 2014 Author Posted January 4, 2014 Yeah that sounds good to me, I don't need them urgently, lots of welding experience to be had before I touch these. I knew if i asked I'd get the right answer! Thanks guys. Quote
boyblunda Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 I have also experienced high postage and freight costs from the Z Store (MSA) and also other suppliers. It is the one downside of the otherwise excellent value and service I have enjoyed in dealing with USA based suppliers. In one instance when dealing with Brock Racing Enterprises (BRE) we were advised that the freight on a single spoiler was the same as that for three spoilers in the same package. On this, and subsequent orders, we got three people together and split the freight between us. I suspect that it might be the volume of the package that has a high influence on the final freight cost. It might help if You talk to them about what else you might be able to fit into the package to enable the freight cost to be of less significance in the final order. If you are ordering bulky items, perhaps email around your personal Zed circle and ask if anyone else is wanting to order a few things that complement the final outcome with regard to bulk, weight, and total value of the order. Despite the above, most of us are not in a huge rush to receive the items so the alternatives of cheaper, but slower, freight are well worth considering. FWIW Dave Quote
44014 Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 Get it shipped to the www.usatoaus.com depot and get them to send it vis sea. I got 4 wheels and tyres sent from LA last year for $80 but took 5-6 weeks if i remember correctly. Minimum for 4 wheels is $100.00 And to ship a panel it's $250 Still cheap for shipping wheels! I just paid $300 for a set of 4 from california. Quote
mossy Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 https://sites.google.com/site/jtimportsonline/Shipping-Parts I've used these guys before to bring in some 240z doors I bought from Arizona. Shipping is cheap, there in Melbourne and if you want to do a shipment from MSA their shipping yard is pretty close to MSA. Quote
Retro Z Posted January 4, 2014 Posted January 4, 2014 Minimum for 4 wheels is $100.00 And to ship a panel it's $250 Still cheap for shipping wheels! I just paid $300 for a set of 4 from california. Yeah its very cheap. They gave me a discount because their main port is in Melbourne or something. Although i did get stung with a customs/quarantine charge..can't remember how much but i think it was $50 which is something you may want to factor in. Quote
260DET Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Yeh it's the customs agents charges that can kill any savings so be very careful there. They can basically hold you to ransom and charge whatever they like. Quote
260DET Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 Hows that? On what grounds? They don't need grounds, unless you get a door to door price a customs agent can charge whatever he likes to release the items to you. It happened to me with a spoiler from Z Store, their supposed cheap freight turned out to be not cheap at all. Quote
DreamZproject Posted January 8, 2014 Author Posted January 8, 2014 Oh Gorram it. JT imports seemed like a good idea with a total cost at around $200. But i was then told by The Z store that I'll get an 8% tax because the item will be sold and sent within California. :/ this is ridiculous... Quote
44014 Posted January 9, 2014 Posted January 9, 2014 I'm currently looking at getting carbon bumpers and front and rear spoilers from the z store. If your prepared to wait a bit I would be willing to go in with shipping with you. Cheers Doug Quote
dat240z Posted January 9, 2014 Posted January 9, 2014 I'm currently looking at getting carbon bumpers and front and rear spoilers from the z store. If your prepared to wait a bit I would be willing to go in with shipping with you. Cheers Doug Im also looking at getting some gear from them in the near future.. could work.. Quote
DreamZproject Posted January 9, 2014 Author Posted January 9, 2014 Probably won't work out all that economically considering you're both in different states to me... Quote
260DET Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 Have you blokes checked to see what Otomoto can offer? Quote
dat2kman Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 I'm in Nevada next April, could have some room for a bit of excess baggage! Quote
DreamZproject Posted January 10, 2014 Author Posted January 10, 2014 I doubt that would be any cheaper... Yeah, the parts i need are all odd body panels that I can't find anywhere in Australia, so no luck. Quote
44014 Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 Probably won't work out all that economically considering you're both in different states to me... Not at all, was like $30 to get bumper bars sent to brisbane from Vic with e-go couriers. Quote
44014 Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 Have you blokes checked to see what Otomoto can offer? Yep have checked. High prices and bad service. Quote
dat2kman Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 Yep have checked. High prices and bad service. Welcome to Australia, Land of trade unions, crippling ex Labour gumbymint rule, No manufacturing industry, and redonkulous prices because we are so far from civilisation. As for rapid service, text us, 'cos we're at the beach! Quote
dat240z Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 Have you blokes checked to see what Otomoto can offer? They dont have the items im after Quote
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