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West Coast Metric Inc

https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/112030/west-coast-metric-inc

Taz62vdub ·

Hey guys,

I'm about to place a big order with Todd from West Coast Metric Inc in the US of A. Just curious if anyone has had dealings with them before and your thoughts before I had over my hard earned $$$$.

Thanks.

lovinbronx ·

Some mixed reviews here

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=230865&postdays=0&postorder=desc&start=0

Dan

Taz62vdub ·

Yeah mixed reviews hey, I'm about to spend a few grand on items like glass and trim, hmmmmmm.

REDKG ·

You can buy WCM bits from dealers in Australia. Price may seem a bit higher but they have to allow for changes in exchange rates and other overheads . Then again may be cheaper than paying import duties if your order is large. Also certain freight companies hit you up with additional handling fees. When you buy from a local you have consumer rights and a better chance of sorting any issues with your order. I've been buying WCM parts since 1983 and overall happy with their product.

Taz62vdub ·

REDKG wrote:You can buy WCM bits from dealers in Australia. Price may seem a bit higher but they have to allow for changes in exchange rates and other overheads . Then again may be cheaper than paying import duties if your order is large. Also certain freight companies hit you up with additional handling fees. When you buy from a local you have consumer rights and a better chance of sorting any issues with your order. I've been buying WCM parts since 1983 and overall happy with their product.
I did a comparison on one item. Beetle Safari windscreen WCM $780 including shipping. Locally $1171.50 not including shipping. You point is very valid tho about consumer rights and sorting issues but $400 is $400 and the local Aussie supplier hasn't included shipping. But then shipping glass could be a risk, hmmmmm.


Any suggestions for local traders?
I'm chasing pop out windows, Safari windscreen and roof rack for a 62 beetle.

REDKG ·

Never imported anything bulky/heavy or fragile. Mostly soft items, rubber, plastic carpet, badges and clips etc. The packaging was always knocked about. Only got caught once for import duty, kept all subsequent orders small ($). Still got a few items I never used because incorrect or poor fitting.

Taz62vdub ·

REDKG wrote:Never imported anything bulky/heavy or fragile. Mostly soft items, rubber, plastic carpet, badges and clips etc. The packaging was always knocked about. Only got caught once for import duty, kept all subsequent orders small ($). Still got a few items I never used because incorrect or poor fitting.
Yeah I think I'll buy locally might be more expensive but less hassle I'm guessing.

vw54 ·

VVDS in Sydney has all the WCM items you will need

Are the parts for a 62 Beetle ??

Taz62vdub ·

vw54 wrote:VVDS in Sydney has all the WCM items you will need

Are the parts for a 62 Beetle ??
I will call them today I think.

Yeah 62 beetle mate, chasing Safari windscreen, side pop outs and a roof rack.