How Safe Is Buying Parts Overseas

[James-Australia]

Hi everyone, I have a matter of concern that has been on my mind now for some weeks and I cant seem to decide and need your help. In view of currency changes it is cheaper to buy some parts overseas. I have contacted Des911UK and after the initial query with Karl and his redirection, when I presented further queries (approx 2 follow up emails) I did not recieve a reply. I need some help in the sense that if I placed an order it would be by visa (no PayPal or other offered) and would amount to approx US800. I dont know if I am pouring my money down the drain. Has anyone dealt with this company and has anyone had problems with them?

[Loren]

What are you looking to buy?

Carewal.com in Belgium is a great company and Gert Carewal is a Contributing Member here.

[Richard Hamilton]

Design911 are well thought of in the UK, but in my experience I can often buy genuine parts cheaper at an OPC with a bit of PCGB discount. Reasonable for aftermarket stuff though. As Loren says, also try Gert Carnewal, as he is highly regarded and very knowledgeable. His prices are usually pretty competitive too. No affilliation, by the way.

[318touring]

Mate, I bought all my parts from the UK.

So far I had two shipments from Type 911, and just last week a set of rear pads + fitting kit from Design 911. The fitting kit is missing one clip, after I emailed Design 911, I think they're sending 1 clip my way (based on their shipment notifications email).

Everything work out to about 1/2 price to what they would cost me in NZ, and of course no GST!!

Edited July 24, 2011 by 318touring

[James-Australia]

What are you looking to buy?

Carewal.com in Belgium is a great company and Gert Carewal is a Contributing Member here.

Hi, thanks for reply. I have looked at there site and from what I can see there prices are much the same. Ill give you an exemple, a set of genuine brake pads for standard 996 cost $380.00 for front. Its about 30% dearer then an abroad rate. If I am wrong please correct me. Thanks again.

[James-Australia]

Mate, I bought all my parts from the UK.

So far I had two shipments from Type 911, and just last week a set of rear pads + fitting kit from Design 911. The fitting kit is missing one clip, after I emailed Design 911, I think they're sending 1 clip my way (based on their shipment notifications email).

Everything work out to about 1/2 price to what they would cost me in NZ, and of course no GST!!

Hi, exactly right. Prices here are extremily expensive compared the other countries so I guess have to source them elsewhere. I will investigate Type 911 as well and see what there prices are. Thank you for the reply.

[amcleod1]

Hi - I've bought many parts, many times from Pelican Parts in the US for my 996. In my view they are reliable, reasonably priced, with most parts in stock, and quick delivery to Australia. Just remember not to exceed the Australia Customs limits on importing parts (including the delivery cost), otherwise you'll wipe out all saving buying overseas. The limit as of July/2011 is A$1000.

[James-Australia]

Hi - I've bought many parts, many times from Pelican Parts in the US for my 996. In my view they are reliable, reasonably priced, with most parts in stock, and quick delivery to Australia. Just remember not to exceed the Australia Customs limits on importing parts (including the delivery cost), otherwise you'll wipe out all saving buying overseas. The limit as of July/2011 is A$1000.

Ohhh I didnt know about the limit. Your a champ what I say thank you. Ok Ill have a look at Pelican Parts and check there prices, much appreciated.