Postage Costs

[TaxiDave]

I've noticed that when we're all buying things off each other its sometimes the postage costs that put the boot in and stop a sale going through.

Me and a mate have started a courier business where we've opened accounts with three major carriers and can get anything picked up from any UK address and delivered within 24 hours to any other UK address for £11.99, ( new price I'm afraid ).

The goods have to be securely packed, clearly addressed and must weigh under 30 kilo's. Different rates for larger weights and overseas shipping. All parcels are fully insured and you are provided with a tracking number.

You can pay me by cash, cheque or PayPal. If I receive a PayPal payment before 11AM, the parcel will be collected on that day, or if I know you I'll get the parcel collected if its urgent and wait for your payment (maybe).

This doesn't have to be things bought off each other on the forum, we can get things picked up from bike/accessory shops who might be ripping you off on the shipping or/especially e-bay. You don't have to be selling stuff, we can collect for you.

Any more info daveyates1@blueyonder.co.uk or 07940 176 812

[RIDLER]

is that 9.99 for any weight up to 30kg??

i use interlink at the minute for all my ebay stuff, can be cheap but for light items they are a tad expensive.

but yes postage prices are a joke sometimes and do stop some sales :(

[TaxiDave]

Any one package up to 30 kilo's in weight. Five items in one box, as long as its under 30 kilo's.

[RIDLER]

5 different addresses in one box??

sorry for all the quizzing but could be right up my street :)

[TaxiDave]

One package to one address for £9.99. Doesn't matter how many things are in the box.

The tracking number means you can see exactly when things are signed for and stops unscrupulous bastards from saying stuff hasn't arrived.

The packages must be less than 4.5 feet long.

[RIDLER]

yes had one too many of those sorts . i never send anything without tracking or sign for numbers anymore. its sad but thats what you gotta do , cos of a few tits.

ill keep it in mind .... thanks :)

[minxy]

Nice one Dave. I do quite a lot of stuff on ebay so will keep you in mind in future :)

[TaxiDave]

Top :D :D :D

[Doro]

that's a brilliant idea Dave, and kind of you to share it with the forum, we get stuff off Ebay and shipped from Newcastle shops (cos Basingstoke just ain't where it's at for some things, bike parts especially)

so we'll bear that in mind


:D :D

[minxy]

Got a job for ya Monday Dave - will call you later :)

[dracken1]

good idea.
i'll use you for my grp supplies which currently cost me £16-20.00 at the moment to have delivered to me.
my usual motorcycle parts supplier is fine as they charge me less than your cost.
but i will use you for picking up parts from custom chrome. as that does cost me a lot. and £9.99 from holland to wales is great. i mean we are europe now so holland is the uk :D :D

seriously though yes i will use you.
via paypal.

just one piece of advice though.
register with "nochex" they are 0.8% cheaper and no bloody charge backs unlike paypal. plus they are british and buyers don't need to register which puts some people off paypal.

and lastly good luck. i'm all for new business' especially if it means i can sell them a trike quicker :p :p

[TaxiDave]

But because me and you dracken are practically related, (rumour has it that we have shared the same sheep), just let me know when and what you want picking up and then pay me later by cheque or trike cost deductions, then no PayPal charges. Don't forget less than 30kg though. :D

[triker_gal]

Thats one Fantastic deal TD !!!!! :D Nice one matey.

Wish I'd spotted it before :( doh !! HORLICKS !!! :o

[minxy]

Good price and A1 service. One happy customer - thanks TD :)

[TaxiDave]

Cheers Minxy. Glad to be of help.

Lets see how long it takes e-bay to pull this off.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7950613729&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT

[minxy]

Cant see why they would Dave? Its got proper buy it now and everything on it. Theres a guy who does similar re delivery of bikes.

[Jay]

Dave

Might be interested in this from a business perspective......I pay TNT £14 for next day up to 30 kilos.

Is there a restriction on WHAT you will carry and do you offer enhanced insurance say up to £3000?

Cheers

J

[TaxiDave]

Jay. I've e-mailed you.

[Mitch]

that's a brilliant idea Dave, and kind of you to share it with the forum, we get stuff off Ebay and shipped from Newcastle shops (cos Basingstoke just ain't where it's at for some things, bike parts especially)

Is KZ bits still going on The Hill? Used to go there for bits for my GPz305 (250 Scorpion with 305 top end!! :D )

[Creature]

beer tokens sent m8

many thanx for the phone call advising me of eta

[Strider]

Is KZ bits still going on The Hill? Used to go there for bits for my GPz305 (250 Scorpion with 305 top end!! :D )

Yep they are still there :)

[TaxiDave]

You can also pay me by NOCHEX now. I've opened a seller account but don't know how to use it yet. :D

[wegit]

Can you organise the pick up and delivery of a 4' welsh dresser or is this too big.

Would pay full price of course

[GSX Hooligan]

eh up wegit - is it a local delivery?..............

[100%Pat]

Dave sorted out a parcel for me to the channel Islands, told me two day delivery it was there within 18hours, even a letter takes two days first class!
Great service cheers mate! ;)

[Mitch]

Four slash cuts Dave, less than 30kg?

[TaxiDave]

How long are they? If they're shorter than 54 inches (which I should think they are), and you can pack them all together securely. £9.99. Picked up from your home or work and delivered the day after. :)

[TaxiDave]

Just to let you know that I can now quote for heavier than 30 kilo items such as engines or frames etc. I do need a fairly accurate weight though. The insurance limit is higher as well. Obviously it would somehow have to be packaged well.

I can still quote on next day or three day delivery.

E-mail or PM me with a phone number and I'll get back to you.

daveyates1@blueyonder.co.uk

[Doro]

aha

found it

TD I pm'd you

I need to get two paniers to POB, so from Basingstoke to yorkshire

will try and put em both in one box


oh, and POB is paying *snigger*


:D

[TaxiDave]

Pack them securely in a big box, address them and let me know the pick up and delivery addresses and I'll sort it.

Tuesday collection and Wednesday delivery okay?? Because of the Bank Holiday.

[Doro]

smashing, will ring you laters :)

[Peirre]

aha

found it

TD I pm'd you

I need to get two paniers to POB, so from Basingstoke to yorkshire

will try and put em both in one box


oh, and POB is paying *snigger*


:D
ok you got me there

Oh and dave, plz if possible can you turn up after 1pm - 2pm to ensure that theres someone home to pay ya...................... :rolleyes:

I just remembered I`m off on holiday from now till the 4th :D prolly wielding the big hammer working on my masterplan in the shed or down the pub

[TaxiDave]

ok you got me there

Oh and dave, plz if possible can you turn up after 1pm - 2pm to ensure that theres someone home to pay ya...................... :rolleyes:

I just remembered I`m off on holiday from now till the 4th :D prolly wielding the big hammer working on my masterplan in the shed or down the pub

It won't actually be me who does the delivery Pierre. Its far too manual a job for someone of my genius to do, so I contract it out to Parcelforce. If you could pay me by cheque or PayPal it would be appreciated. PM me for details. No rush.

[xjtriker666]

exellent service used it twice now an cant fault it. thanks m8 fukkin brill.................................

[TaxiDave]

Unfortunately I've had a new contract come through from Parcelforce and they're going to charge me an extra £2.50 per parcel from the 1st April (and I'm not laughing) so I'm gonna have to put the price up to £11.99 from now on. Sorry about that. Dave

[minxy]

Oh dear.

Thanks for the info though. Mate of mine is ebaying a load of spares at the mo and I'd suggested to use you. I'll let him know the price increase before he starts doing his listings.

M