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Tonyt3 · Jun 21st, 2007, 02:09 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Chief_Charlie (original)

Sorry, Ex-cop. Just used to asking a lot of questions.
.....................

I used to feel the same way about spearheading Group Buys of MINIs from a dealer in Ohio; but when the transporter arrived in California, and you saw the smiles on the other 7 new owners receiving their cars, it was all worth it.

Cheers

Charlie

Wow, not much else I can say to that......

Have 'asked' all the relevant questions of the supplier, hopefully most of the answers will come today.....

Cheers
T

DHA · Jun 21st, 2007, 05:51 PM

My name is on the interested list, do you want a PM as per the first post?

Tonyt3 · Jun 21st, 2007, 07:42 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by DHA (original)

My name is on the interested list, do you want a PM as per the first post?

Yes please, makes it easier for me to keep track of who/where/what etc....

DHA · Jun 22nd, 2007, 10:08 AM

Cool, PM on its way

wiggis · Jun 22nd, 2007, 07:31 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tonyt3 (original)

Yes please, makes it easier for me to keep track of who/where/what etc....

email sent

I've just found a brand new way of spending money

Tonyt3 · Jun 23rd, 2007, 10:08 PM

Thanks very much to those who have already orderred and paid. I'll try to keep the list on the first page correct, if I miss anyone out, please let me know....

THanks

Tony

EX5 · Jun 24th, 2007, 08:44 AM

Ex5 here. Richard in Hereford - GP 1866 - yes please I will have on right-hand drive with roof no. if possible

zoooooom · Jun 25th, 2007, 08:17 AM

I emailed you my order but have not paid yet, if you send me the invoice I will pay it.

cheers John

Tonyt3 · Jun 25th, 2007, 09:41 AM

USA zip code needed....

Hi,
I'm trying to get more accurate idea on courier charges to the USA, would someone thats interested in ordering a GP block please give me a palce and zip code that I can input as a destination on UPS's website to check the courier pricing against please....??

MAny thanks

Tony

Tonyt3 · Jun 25th, 2007, 12:18 PM

NEW DEVELOPMENT......

OK, sorry to spring this all on you, especially those that have already committed and payed or are sending payment.

The manufacturing company are not letting me order from them in smaller batches, they want a complete one off order. This means that I have to have confirmed and payed for orders for at least 50 pieces. It also means that I wont be able to order 'a few more' at later dates.

The complete order would cost me nearly £2000 more at this stage just to the manufacturer.

I am seriously hacked off with this atitude from the manufacturer, to such an extent that I'm considering cancelling the whole thing. If I do cancel I will obviously refund the monies to those that have been good enough to pay already and would return any cheques that are recieved in the meantime.

So I'm not sure what to do at the moment. Not enough people have committed to paying for the item to allow me to take a risk and process the entire order and I feel that the manufacturing company are holding me 'to ransom' over the issue.

Your input on this would be appreciated.

Thanks
Tony

just to add, I wont make any quick, rash decisions on this, as things always look pretty crappy on a Monday.... :-)

gpmick · Jun 25th, 2007, 12:58 PM

Tony Sorry to hear this project is proving to be difficult. Seems typical of big firms nowadays

Sent you my cheque in the post today.

Think the only thing to do is ask all people who have said they want a block to pay you up front. We cannot expect you to lay out £2000 just on peoples promises.
Wont mind if this takes longer as Im sure it will.
Also people would have to understand that this is a one off order. If they miss out on this block it will be there fault and not yours

You have put a lot of effert to get this thing this far and it would be a pity if it all fails now

So come on people get your money sent to Tony and support all the HARD work he has put into this for us GP owners!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tonyt3 · Jun 25th, 2007, 01:21 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by gpmick (original)

............... support all the HARD work he has put into this for us GP owners!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And I dont even have a GP (or even a Mini currently) although if my house sale goes through I might see if I can 'lose' £20k from the deal.......

and then suddenly find it at a Mini dealership.....

gpmick · Jun 25th, 2007, 01:36 PM

Tony if you can Lose £20 grand from the house sale You could become a GP owner too

Tonyt3 · Jun 25th, 2007, 02:03 PM

Have you all seen the weight of the large block.....?????

4.3kgs!!!!! (9.5 lbs for our American friends...)

Thats one heck of a chunk of glass.....!!!!

I will get courier costs for this tomorrow hopefully...

MiniNana · Jun 25th, 2007, 02:08 PM

Okay, are you still wanting us to pay, or are you thinking of cancelling the order? I'll pay you today if you're serious. Just let us know one way or another. I want a small one.....can't afford the larger one, although, it does look awesome.

Tonyt3 · Jun 25th, 2007, 02:14 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by MiniNana (original)

Okay, are you still wanting us to pay, or are you thinking of cancelling the order? I'll pay you today if you're serious. Just let us know one way or another. I want a small one.....can't afford the larger one, although, it does look awesome.

If those on the list can commit this week to actually buying one rather than just saying they are interested then we will proceed with the project. If by the end of the week I havent recieved enough definate orders than I will probably cancel.

I understand however that a lot of people are currently away with MiniUnited so perhaps this is why its been a little 'slow' from some quarters.

I will be emailing everyone that hasnt orderred later tonight to see if they still wish to proceed.

Thanks for your patience, and support

Tony

zoooooom · Jun 25th, 2007, 03:13 PM

My cheque is in the post

gpmick · Jun 25th, 2007, 03:14 PM

Thanks for keeping it going tony If you need more money for postage let us know

Painswick Paul · Jun 25th, 2007, 05:46 PM

I sent my cheque to you today

wiggis · Jun 25th, 2007, 05:53 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tonyt3 (original)

NEW DEVELOPMENT......

I am seriously hacked off with this atitude from the manufacturer, to such an extent that I'm considering cancelling the whole thing. If I do cancel I will obviously refund the monies to those that have been good enough to pay already and would return any cheques that are recieved in the meantime.

So I'm not sure what to do at the moment. Not enough people have committed to paying for the item to allow me to take a risk and process the entire order and I feel that the manufacturing company are holding me 'to ransom' over the issue.

Your input on this would be appreciated.

I say trust your gut instinct about the company you are dealing with. If it is telling you to pull out and cancel, then that's OK by me - I will easily find another use for the money

Certainly don't take any risks over this.....

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Jun 21st, 2007, 05:51 PM	#82 (permalink)
DHA Should I JCW or not? Join Date: Jul 2005 Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 159 Offline	My name is on the interested list, do you want a PM as per the first post?

Jun 21st, 2007, 07:42 PM	#83 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by DHA (original) My name is on the interested list, do you want a PM as per the first post? Yes please, makes it easier for me to keep track of who/where/what etc....

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DHA Should I JCW or not? Join Date: Jul 2005 Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 159 Offline	Cool, PM on its way

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wiggis VW GT Sport 170 TDI My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oxford Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 342 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Tonyt3 (original) Yes please, makes it easier for me to keep track of who/where/what etc.... email sent I've just found a brand new way of spending money

Jun 23rd, 2007, 10:08 PM	#86 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	Thanks very much to those who have already orderred and paid. I'll try to keep the list on the first page correct, if I miss anyone out, please let me know.... THanks Tony

Jun 24th, 2007, 08:44 AM	#87 (permalink)
EX5 Richard Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Hereford Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 3 Offline	Ex5 here. Richard in Hereford - GP 1866 - yes please I will have on right-hand drive with roof no. if possible

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zoooooom MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Aberdeen,Scotland Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 2,467 Offline	I emailed you my order but have not paid yet, if you send me the invoice I will pay it. cheers John

Jun 25th, 2007, 09:41 AM	#89 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	USA zip code needed.... Hi, I'm trying to get more accurate idea on courier charges to the USA, would someone thats interested in ordering a GP block please give me a palce and zip code that I can input as a destination on UPS's website to check the courier pricing against please....?? MAny thanks Tony

Jun 25th, 2007, 12:18 PM	#90 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	NEW DEVELOPMENT...... OK, sorry to spring this all on you, especially those that have already committed and payed or are sending payment. The manufacturing company are not letting me order from them in smaller batches, they want a complete one off order. This means that I have to have confirmed and payed for orders for at least 50 pieces. It also means that I wont be able to order 'a few more' at later dates. The complete order would cost me nearly £2000 more at this stage just to the manufacturer. I am seriously hacked off with this atitude from the manufacturer, to such an extent that I'm considering cancelling the whole thing. If I do cancel I will obviously refund the monies to those that have been good enough to pay already and would return any cheques that are recieved in the meantime. So I'm not sure what to do at the moment. Not enough people have committed to paying for the item to allow me to take a risk and process the entire order and I feel that the manufacturing company are holding me 'to ransom' over the issue. Your input on this would be appreciated. Thanks Tony just to add, I wont make any quick, rash decisions on this, as things always look pretty crappy on a Monday.... :-)

Jun 25th, 2007, 12:58 PM	#91 (permalink)
gpmick GP 56 MCK 0774 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: stoke Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 537 Offline	Tony Sorry to hear this project is proving to be difficult. Seems typical of big firms nowadays Sent you my cheque in the post today. Think the only thing to do is ask all people who have said they want a block to pay you up front. We cannot expect you to lay out £2000 just on peoples promises. Wont mind if this takes longer as Im sure it will. Also people would have to understand that this is a one off order. If they miss out on this block it will be there fault and not yours You have put a lot of effert to get this thing this far and it would be a pity if it all fails now So come on people get your money sent to Tony and support all the HARD work he has put into this for us GP owners!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jun 25th, 2007, 01:21 PM	#92 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by gpmick (original) ............... support all the HARD work he has put into this for us GP owners!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I dont even have a GP (or even a Mini currently) although if my house sale goes through I might see if I can 'lose' £20k from the deal....... and then suddenly find it at a Mini dealership.....

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Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	Have you all seen the weight of the large block.....????? 4.3kgs!!!!! (9.5 lbs for our American friends...) Thats one heck of a chunk of glass.....!!!! I will get courier costs for this tomorrow hopefully...

Jun 25th, 2007, 02:14 PM	#96 (permalink)
Tonyt3 Track addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Hants Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 6,257 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MiniNana (original) Okay, are you still wanting us to pay, or are you thinking of cancelling the order? I'll pay you today if you're serious. Just let us know one way or another. I want a small one.....can't afford the larger one, although, it does look awesome. If those on the list can commit this week to actually buying one rather than just saying they are interested then we will proceed with the project. If by the end of the week I havent recieved enough definate orders than I will probably cancel. I understand however that a lot of people are currently away with MiniUnited so perhaps this is why its been a little 'slow' from some quarters. I will be emailing everyone that hasnt orderred later tonight to see if they still wish to proceed. Thanks for your patience, and support Tony

Jun 25th, 2007, 03:13 PM	#97 (permalink)
zoooooom MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Aberdeen,Scotland Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 2,467 Offline	My cheque is in the post

Jun 25th, 2007, 03:14 PM	#98 (permalink)
gpmick GP 56 MCK 0774 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: stoke Local Time: 04:50 AM Posts: 537 Offline	Thanks for keeping it going tony If you need more money for postage let us know

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Painswick Paul MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 03:50 AM Posts: 6 Offline	I sent my cheque to you today

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