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Post by Starry Eyes on Feb 14, 2015 17:55:53 GMT -6
I never thought I'd see the day that I couldn't buy a model kit from anywhere in the world.. I've spotted a kit in Germany.. they ONLY sell and ship in Germany .. Is there any type of embargo against the U.S. going on right now? I'd sure like to score one the kit but they will not ship to the good ole USA.. will I have to pass or is there anyone here that can come to my rescue ? Looking for the Satte Liter Schüssel / Werner Cycle.....
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Post by chromecop on Feb 14, 2015 22:42:50 GMT -6
Welcome to the "new world" LOL!!! You seem to have met the same problem as many of us in Europe come across when trying to buys stuff from americans on Ebay. VERY often the auctions says "US ONLY". Haven't heard of any embargo against Europe and neither have I heard about any embargo Against The US. Guess it's only because of "lasyness" from the sellers....  |
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Post by bigredwolf on Feb 15, 2015 3:15:03 GMT -6
Starry,
I'm off work tomorrow. Let me look around at the hobby store in Boeblingen. If they have one in stock, I'll let you know.
Cheers,
Bill
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Post by Deleted on Feb 15, 2015 8:05:08 GMT -6
I fear this is the road, Down which we are heading...
Good Luck Brother Chuck!
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Post by Bert on Feb 15, 2015 8:13:11 GMT -6
Kim, you know if you need a kit from a U.S. Only seller several guys here would help you out. Don't call me though.   Chuck post some pics when you get it. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 15, 2015 8:44:11 GMT -6
More than likely they just don't want to bother with the cost and paper work. No USA hater.....just dislike of all the paper work and hassle.
Some kits can't be sold by the manufacture in the USA.....Revell of Germany Star TRek kits.......but they are brought in and sold by others......or even shipped by hobby shops in Germany. RoG can't ship a container full here.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 15, 2015 9:08:30 GMT -6
Welcome to the "new world" LOL!!! You seem to have met the same problem as many of us in Europe come across when trying to buys stuff from americans on Ebay. VERY often the auctions says "US ONLY". Haven't heard of any embargo against Europe and neither have I heard about any embargo Against The US. Guess it's only because of "lasyness" from the sellers.... OK, I guess you are entitle to carry that opinion, But there are other reasons! I'll sell to forum members anywhere in the world, But only in the US on E-Bay. Poor, or No international tracking, And E-Bay policies tuned me off to international. I sell a $10 kit, and it costs $25 to send it to BFE. Tracking is good to the US border, then nothing. ten days later the buyer files a claim, (I never got my item.) Because I can't track it to his door, They give him a full refund. I'm out $35 and a kit! One bad apple sticking his fingers in my wallet does spoil the whole bunch! USPS tracking is door to door. If that ever changes, I'll quit E-Baying all together. |
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Post by Starry Eyes on Feb 15, 2015 9:41:31 GMT -6
thanks to all who have replied! I offered both sellers in Germany an extra "spiff" but was still denied... I have the RED XXXX PORCHE KILLER along with both Werner figures.... the other bike will complete my search for Werner goods...  /
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Post by chromecop on Feb 15, 2015 16:22:28 GMT -6
Welcome to the "new world" LOL!!! You seem to have met the same problem as many of us in Europe come across when trying to buys stuff from americans on Ebay. VERY often the auctions says "US ONLY". Haven't heard of any embargo against Europe and neither have I heard about any embargo Against The US. Guess it's only because of "lasyness" from the sellers.... OK, I guess you are entitle to carry that opinion, But there are other reasons! I'll sell to forum members anywhere in the world, But only in the US on E-Bay. Poor, or No international tracking, And E-Bay policies tuned me off to international. I sell a $10 kit, and it costs $25 to send it to BFE. Tracking is good to the US border, then nothing. ten days later the buyer files a claim, (I never got my item.) Because I can't track it to his door, They give him a full refund. I'm out $35 and a kit! One bad apple sticking his fingers in my wallet does spoil the whole bunch! USPS tracking is door to door. If that ever changes, I'll quit E-Baying all together. Meaning all americans are 100% honest, the rest of the world's not? Sounds Great, gotta try get me a green card and move over the big pond, I'd like to have 100% honest neighbours all around me! |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 15, 2015 17:31:04 GMT -6
OK, I guess you are entitle to carry that opinion, But there are other reasons! I'll sell to forum members anywhere in the world, But only in the US on E-Bay. Poor, or No international tracking, And E-Bay policies tuned me off to international. I sell a $10 kit, and it costs $25 to send it to BFE. Tracking is good to the US border, then nothing. ten days later the buyer files a claim, (I never got my item.) Because I can't track it to his door, They give him a full refund. I'm out $35 and a kit! One bad apple sticking his fingers in my wallet does spoil the whole bunch! USPS tracking is door to door. If that ever changes, I'll quit E-Baying all together. Meaning all americans are 100% honest, the rest of the world's not? Sounds Great, gotta try get me a green card and move over the big pond, I'd like to have 100% honest neighbours all around me! Sorry Pal, You missed my point. It's not that all Americans are honest, It's that start to finish tracking proves that this American is honest! |
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Post by 15badcats on Feb 15, 2015 22:25:45 GMT -6
I use the Ebay international shipping program and haven't had a problem You ship to the center in Kentucky and Ebay takes over and ships to the buyers country does all the paper work and I have tracking to prove it made it to the shipping center Ask the seller if they have a similar program in Germany I have seen it listed in UK ads so they do have it in other countries
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2015 5:19:04 GMT -6
I use the Ebay international shipping program and haven't had a problem You ship to the center in Kentucky and Ebay takes over and ships to the buyers country does all the paper work and I have tracking to prove it made it to the shipping center Ask the seller if they have a similar program in Germany I have seen it listed in UK ads so they do have it in other countries They tried to sign me up for that Kentucky shipping center deal, But it kinda reminded me of a new promise from an ex-wife. I got shafted once, and have no desire to try it again. I'm glad it works for you, but it's not for me. |
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Post by beatnik on Feb 16, 2015 9:23:23 GMT -6
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Post by bigredwolf on Feb 21, 2015 7:27:38 GMT -6
Starry, I've searched a a few hobby stores in the area, nobody has Werner in stock! If it would suite your needs, I would part with a dusty project that is taking up space:  I was working on a V-twin version and lost momentum. Two kits were cannibalized for this. It uses a big Lego wheel out back, extended forks in the front, and well, that's about the time it went back in the box. I couldn't figure out how to tie the frame back together. Shoot me an email if this would work for you. Cheers, Bill |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 24, 2015 12:59:38 GMT -6
Starry, I've searched a a few hobby stores in the area, nobody has Werner in stock! If it would suite your needs, I would part with a dusty project that is taking up space: I was working on a V-twin version and lost momentum. Two kits were cannibalized for this. It uses a big Lego wheel out back, extended forks in the front, and well, that's about the time it went back in the box. I couldn't figure out how to tie the frame back together. Shoot me an email if this would work for you. Cheers, Bill Hey Bill - I shot you a message |
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Post by Starry Eyes on Feb 25, 2015 18:41:53 GMT -6
Hey Bill... I THINK I sent you a PM a day or so back from my cellphone but not positive... I'll send another from my iPad to be safe..
Cheers,
Chuck
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Post by bigredwolf on Feb 28, 2015 4:42:13 GMT -6
Got the message. It's going in the mail this week, I'll message the tracking number to you.
I just want to see it built!
Cheers!
Bill
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Post by Starry Eyes on Feb 28, 2015 8:33:12 GMT -6
Got the message. It's going in the mail this week, I'll message the tracking number to you. I just want to see it built! Cheers! Bill You got it Bill... I'll do my best ! |
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Post by scratchbuilt on Mar 1, 2015 6:38:31 GMT -6
Try living in Australia and buying stuff from anywhere in the U.S. the majority of sellers , sell at a reasonable price but the shipping is astronomical. Sometimes 10 times the cost it would cost me to post the same distance back again. Honestly they must think we live in another solar system. But bargains can be had sometimes.
Like my wife kat buying direct from Keith Weesner for his hotrod fantasy T-shirts, that guy is prompt and cheap as chips. Talk about art that inspires you to build a show rod.
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Post by bigredwolf on Mar 5, 2015 9:34:55 GMT -6
It's in the mail! I just sent you a message with the tracking number.
Cheers,
Bill
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Post by Starry Eyes on Mar 5, 2015 9:40:30 GMT -6
It's in the mail! I just sent you a message with the tracking number. Cheers, Bill Thanks Bill ... I'll keep you posted buddy .. I owe you one.. |
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Post by bugaboo on Mar 8, 2015 14:13:36 GMT -6
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