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| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5878   
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Slightly odd 'wanted'. Looking to buy a FlatDog 110 Roofrack off a non forum member. Usual suspects (TNT, DPD, Parcelforce etc) won't quote for the item on a non commercial basis. As such, wondering if there is anyone who is likely to be making the following journey in the next six weeks.
From Flint nr Chester ideally to Dorking/Surrey, Or I can provide an address in Bristol or numerous in London/SE, to suit. Wimbledon, Kingston, Hammersmith, Kensington, Weybridge, Walton, Hampton etc. Rack is 2.8m x 1.4m and I'd estimate 50kgs, so will either have to go on top of your rack (if you have one) or in a van. Appreciate these are Covid times, so this might seem like an odd request. As mentioned, no rush. Happy to pay for fuel, time, hassle, BK or KFC lunch etc. If you're into 14-course taster menus at your favourite Michelin starred restaurant, then I'm out. Be keen to get back to the guy today with an answer. Thanks in advance  Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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27th Jan 2021 7:49am |
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| Shroppy Member Since: 25 Feb 2016 Location: Shropshire Posts: 866  
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Unfortunately I can't help, but I've used Paisley freight in the past for things like bikes and other large items, might be worth giving them a call? Also worth considering the usual Anyvan/shiply if you get stuck, I was put off initially but providing you read recent feedback etc. and the courier is insured you should be fine! 1985 127 V8 Build Thread
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27th Jan 2021 8:11am |
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| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5878
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Thanks both. Having not lived in the UK for 15 years, I'm entirely unsure of what is/isn't available. I'll look into your suggestions.
Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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27th Jan 2021 8:18am |
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| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5878
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Big Dave details found, will ping him an email. Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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27th Jan 2021 8:20am |
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| camelman Member Since: 27 Feb 2013 Location: Peak District Posts: 3386
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I've used www.shiply.com for all sorts of weird stuff over the last couple of years (including getting my Unimog delivered!)
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27th Jan 2021 8:26am |
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| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5878
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'Including getting my Unimog delivered'. That's not a comment you hear every day or something you could suggest at your local Post Office.
Thanks for the link. Just contacted Big Dave, will see what he says first. Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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27th Jan 2021 8:33am |
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| hank Member Since: 12 Sep 2016 Location: South Wales Posts: 2316  
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If Big Dave can't help you out, have tried the usual suspects such as parcelhero parcel2go and interparcel who sell commercial courier space for the big names like DHL, DPD, fedex, UPS etc?
Guessing expensive given the size though > 110 XS Double Cab |
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27th Jan 2021 8:47am |
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| camelman Member Since: 27 Feb 2013 Location: Peak District Posts: 3386
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The guy actually delivered it on a trailer on the back of a VW Tuareg! |
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27th Jan 2021 9:50am |
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| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5878
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Thank you all. Four surprisingly good quotes from Shiply. Dave was first to answer but his main guy for that job has been hit by Covid. He says the other quotes I have (roughly £115) are on the money. Vendor happy too.
Can anyone clarify how to pay on Shiply? Obviously I won't be there to collect and hand over a briefcase of cashola. Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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27th Jan 2021 10:53am |
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| bigdave Member Since: 13 May 2010 Location: Cornwall Posts: 342
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Thanks for the recommendations chaps and also the enquiry Dave.
Sadly my chap is of the road but he seems ok. Stay safe all. Dave Shipping is my thing.
If we cant shift it, to anywhere, it cant be shifted!! md.couriers@virgin.net |
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27th Jan 2021 11:05am |
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| s55shh Member Since: 30 Dec 2019 Location: staffs Posts: 195
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I'm planning to be passing Mont Blanc at Easter in my 110 if you want it bringing there.
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27th Jan 2021 11:12am |
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| camelman Member Since: 27 Feb 2013 Location: Peak District Posts: 3386
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You'll pay shiply a fee up front (usually 20-25%) of the cost. (This goes directly to shiply, not the courier). The rest of the payment is usually directly to the courier on delivery. It's always worked ok for me, assume you could also pay the courier by paypal or similar |
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27th Jan 2021 11:40am |
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| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5878
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Gotcha. Can each company see the other quote? Down to £93. Not bad for a 110 2.4m roof rack from Flint to Dorking
Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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27th Jan 2021 1:39pm |
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| wrcarter Member Since: 14 Jan 2021 Location: Laois Posts: 45  
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Agreed. I got my 110 delivered through Shiply. Its really handy for awkward stuff like that. |
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27th Jan 2021 4:05pm |
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