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| Author: | ryan23 [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 2:54 pm ] |
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basically im looking to get 1) monza or aston filler caps with locks as quoted is abt 250-300AUD!!! omg... found on ebay for abt 40 USD without shippin or abt 50-60USD = abt 80AUD 2) chrome or stainless wiper???? prices?? 3) interior chrome handle set (10 peice) found on ebay = abt 20USD do u guys suggest i should just import them from UK?, or get them from northern? will the customs tax car accessories???... any suggestion on where the i could get the cheapest spares from? 
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 7:47 pm ] |
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log onto www.minispares.com and search products. Note prices are in LSD- multiply by around 3 to get an idea of cost. I've brought about 20 lots of stuff in so far, no problems. If posted you are allowed $1,000 free entry. If sent courier the limit is $250. Above that, you are liable for import duty (15%), GST (10%) and handling charges this end $?? So make sure you tell 'em to POST it! |
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| Author: | ryan23 [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 8:41 pm ] |
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drmini in aust wrote: log onto www.minispares.com and search products. Note prices are in LSD- multiply by around 3 to get an idea of cost.
I've brought about 20 lots of stuff in so far, no problems. If posted you are allowed $1,000 free entry. If sent courier the limit is $250. Above that, you are liable for import duty (15%), GST (10%) and handling charges this end $?? So make sure you tell 'em to POST it! isnt it 2.6 times?...and how much do they generally charge for shippin? |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 8:52 pm ] |
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It is around 2.6 at the moment- changes daily. I don't have a 2.6x table in my head. Freight depends on weight, volume, and how sent. You won't know until after you order- as they never quote shipping charges. Buy something small, get it posted, you will then get an idea. I got some stuff in last week ( 68GBP worth) but no idea of freight cost yet. 
Trust me, it's nearly always cheaper than buying local. |
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| Author: | grouse_bogun [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:09 pm ] |
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I agree with the doc. multiply by 3....easier to work out and would give you the worst case senario for $$$. Try ebay, minispares and do a google search for UK Mini part suppliers. There are many smaller suppliers that sell for less over there. All will be cheaper than a local supplier / dealer. Oh, and I don't think this works for servicing your Mini....  ...just a hunch
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| Author: | ryan23 [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:13 pm ] |
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[quote="grouse_bogun". There are many smaller suppliers that sell for less over there. [/quote] WHERE?...share the websites/stores plsssss thank u |
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| Author: | grouse_bogun [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:21 pm ] |
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http://www.dsnclassics.co.uk/ there you go. I have dealt with them....quite good. Download their Mini Parts List (in PDF format). It's a handy thing to keep on record. |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:23 pm ] |
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http://www.minispares-online.co.uk/ http://planetmini.tripod.com/welcome/id35.html http://www.minispares.com/home.cfm http://www.minisport.com/classic-mini-s ... ducts.html Enjoy! 
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| Author: | ryan23 [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:27 pm ] |
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drmini in aust wrote: I got some stuff in last week ( 68GBP worth) but no idea of freight cost yet.
so u would order the stuff, then they will determine the shipping cost? n u pay thru credit card? or paypal?... |
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| Author: | gafmo [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:32 pm ] |
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Dr and GB y sweathearts
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Mon Jul 12, 2004 9:32 pm ] |
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I order thru MiniSpares. They have my card # and delivery details on file. Easy...! They confirm in a couple of minutes via email. If goods are out of stock they send remainder, but email you first. It's all good.. 
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| Author: | mutant mini [ Tue Jul 13, 2004 11:48 am ] |
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I have been told by a few people that Huddersfield Spares (UK) are one of the cheapenst and if you ring and order they will quote you on shipping costs as well. Good luck. p.s. Next time John (hubby) is servicing the mini I will let you know and you can come over. |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Tue Jul 13, 2004 1:36 pm ] |
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Huddersfield Spares is the top URL in my post above. |
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| Author: | cush [ Tue Jul 13, 2004 1:42 pm ] |
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If you're interested... http://www.xe.com/ucc currency converter that's resonably up to date |
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| Author: | ryan23 [ Wed Jul 21, 2004 6:48 pm ] |
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alrighty im gonna place an order with www.minijohn.com soon any of u "victorians" want anything? certainly think combined shipping will be much cheaper im gettin 1) stainless 2x wiper n 2x blades 2) aston chrome n lockin fuel cover 3) exterior door handle scoops 4) front orange indicator covers total 58 pounds inlcudin postage btw would the up n coming MINI SHOW in melbourne be selling mini accesseries? or should i just go ahead n order from UK since its gonna be "cheaper" anyway???? |
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