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Offline GTi_James

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Is america cheaper for parts?
« on: 31 May 2013, 08:46 »
hey guys, trying to get my hands on a TIP for later this year

came across this from the US of A

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Audi-TT-VW-Golf-MK4-Seat-Leon-1-8T-Turbo-Silicone-Air-Intake-Induction-Hose-Pipe-/281061581299?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item41709361f3#ht_2353wt_1170

and noticed other goodies that are of interest as well

wondering if anyone can spot me anything better for this upgrade? tried searching google and got a bit upset with the prices lol

anyone know of anywhere that does a good deal?


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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #1 on: 31 May 2013, 08:47 »
I haven't even read ur post only topic name and I can tell you sir USA is cheaper for everything  :angry:

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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #2 on: 31 May 2013, 09:12 »
it looks like if you live in the UK you pay scene tax as well  :lipsrsealed:  :cry:


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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #3 on: 31 May 2013, 09:43 »
I haven't even read ur post only topic name and I can tell you sir USA is cheaper for everything  :angry:
 

Just don't forget the import duty and VAT payable on all items wether they be new or second hand.  :angry:

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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #4 on: 31 May 2013, 10:27 »
Hmm,  I've been stung  on import duty more times than I like to remember. It definitely spoils the surprise of an overseas package.  :sick:

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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #5 on: 31 May 2013, 20:16 »
If I'm not mistaken this is from china not USA??

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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #6 on: 31 May 2013, 20:25 »
If I'm not mistaken this is from china not USA??
huh? lol

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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #7 on: 31 May 2013, 20:40 »
Sure  is.

"Item location: Guangzhou, China
 Post to: Worldwide. "


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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #8 on: 31 May 2013, 20:56 »
lol. i didnt even look at the link..  :grin:

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Re: Is america cheaper for parts?
« Reply #9 on: 31 May 2013, 21:15 »
make sense to use US dollars i suppose as anyone will deal in $ due to its stability


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