Honestly, I used to use British Victoria for small parts which did not require
technical accuracy or where getting a questionable reproduction was not an
issue. -Things like some fasteners screws little fittings, oil filter
cartridges, points, gaskets etc. I seldom had a problem, or issues with
shipping charges. -But again, I was selective in the sorts of things I would
order from them. Maybe their shipping policies have changed?
I have always approached Moss much the same way. I generally feel that if I
call, and if the people I speak to are not knowledgeable enough to tell me if
a part is "as original" in all respects, then I limit the kinds of things I
will order from them. Otherwise, I've found that inspecting and returning
parts becomes a significant chore and expense.
For parts which require some technical or concours expertise, I go to the
usual specialized sources, like BCS, Healey Surgeons, AH Spares, etc. In
talking with their personnel when ordering, I can be pretty sure of getting a
good new or quality used part appropriate for my specific car, and packed and
shipped correctly. -I might pay a bit more, but I think it balances the
potential delays and hassles I've had elsewhere.
David W. Jones
'62 Mk II BT7 tricarb
Cumberland, RI USA
----- Original Message -----
From: joe mulqueen
To: healey list
Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2005 11:52 PM
Subject: re. Re: victoria british order + J C Whitney & Noslocators Ebay
With all due respect, I think the buyer should have a
good idea of shipping costs before purchase or bid.
Now here's my story: Six mos ago I Ebay sold a MGA
fuel filler pipe (similar but smaller than big
Healey's). The only bid was from a guy in Australia
for my minimum $10. I guess both he and I didn't know
much about shipping from US to Australia because I
took it do a UPS depot (pretty much the standard
method in US) and they wanted $56. I was shocked and
stepped back but then proceeded thinking the guy new
what he was facing. Later on after I communicated the
cost to him he flipped out. I felt bad and told him
to just pay shipping and consider the part as free...
Regards,
Joe Mulqueen
'60 BT7
Torrance, CA
Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2005 12:31:40 +1300
From: "Diann Jones" <diann.lindsay@xtra.co.nz>
Subject: Re: victoria british order + J C Whitney &
Noslocators Ebay
Carl - We too have purchased off this company. It was
only a small book, ~cost $22.95 and they then charged
a further $23.70 for post and handling.
Of course when the parcel arrived it proved there was
a massive amount placed towards the packaging!.
Sooooooooooo have NEVER even looked at what they have
offering. Once was enough!
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