View Full Version : Need Canadian`s Help
Buick_guy
10-13-2004, 09:08 PM
Hey fellow autopian`s, and especially Canadians. I would greatly appreciate if you guys in other provinces other than Manitoba could call around and see how much a factory refurbished, or floor model PC 7424 or 7336 would cost. I phoned around Winnipeg, and couldn`t even find one.
If someone could do a fellow autopian a favour, it would be greatly appreciated, and not forgotten.
Duckman
10-13-2004, 10:00 PM
go to www.carcaresmart.com and order it... free shipping and a decent price.
Buick_guy
10-13-2004, 10:13 PM
Thanks, I`ve seen that already, but the thing is, I can get it cheaper direct from Porter Cable. Anyone wanna phone around for me?
Buick, refurb one`s a delta tool are about the same price as when it goes on sale at CT every 3 months. i.e. ~180 CDN.
Personally, I would get it from the states and pay for the shipping. With the dollar hovering at about 1.25, it`s makes sense now.
Not sure what carcare`s prices are but that`s probably your next best bet.
Jesstzn
10-13-2004, 10:51 PM
Originally posted by paco
Personally, I would get it from the states and pay for the shipping. With the dollar hovering at about 1.25, it`s makes sense now.
Not sure what carcare`s prices are but that`s probably your next best bet.
Coastal Tool is $119 US .. they are Canuck friendly .. get them to mail it to you. Do the math 119 x 25% + postal clearance .. not a lot.
tricycle
10-14-2004, 09:56 AM
Did you try this?
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444245 8991&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=2534374302192103&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=2534374303515768&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=2534374302194951&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302194951&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395348027&bmUID=1097765933588
Buick_guy
10-14-2004, 04:16 PM
tricycle what was it? I have to enter my postal code, and then it takes me to the homepage.
tricycle
10-14-2004, 09:40 PM
Not my fault, this web sometimes act like this.
Go to the "Automotive" section, choose "Car Care" section, then choose "polisher" and you will find it.
I just clicked the link, and it worked for me.
Anyway, it is a PC model 7424 and costs $239.99. They have free delivery and a 1 year warranty.
or
You can buy the PC from Meguiar Canada. The model is G-100 (i.e. PC 7336) and have a life-time back-up warranty from Meguiar`s.
Buick_guy
10-15-2004, 09:11 AM
Never said it was your fault. But looking at those prices, are kinda stupid. Why would I pay 400 dollars CND for a Porter Cable Polisher?
audio1der
10-15-2004, 09:32 AM
When I called around Calgary, I got prices of $235-$260 for a brand-new 7424.
Sorry to get your hopes up about a refurb, Buick.
Honestly, I`d track down a Porter-Cable Rep, and tell them exactly what you`re after. They`d know better than any retailer, and should be able to get you one locally.
At least you have a long winter to be able to look fo it;)
Good luck, bud
Audio
tricycle
10-15-2004, 09:44 AM
Originally posted by Buick_guy
Never said it was your fault. But looking at those prices, are kinda stupid. Why would I pay 400 dollars CND for a Porter Cable Polisher?
Yes, these prices are ridiculous. :mad:
I know these PC are selling cheaper in the U.S. but the only thing that you may encounter is: when you see a cheap (inexpensive) PC from the other websites, especially those from the U.S., you are prepared to pay those unexpected brokage fees and Canadian duties taxes. When those $$$ added to the price of the PC that you chose, the priceof the PC may added up approx. $400 (Cdn.)
I got my PC from Meguiar`s Canada. At that time, they have a special price package if you ordered the PC along with the pads. This is the reason that I ask you to call them and check out the prices.
s2skimon
10-15-2004, 10:59 AM
i buy from the usa all the time.. <http://www.properautocare.com> easier, and don`t have these types of hassles.. searching here, searching there.. if i break the budget, i dont` care at least i`ve got the product i wanted..
tricycle
10-15-2004, 11:48 AM
Originally posted by montoya
i buy from the usa all the time.. <http://www.properautocare.com> easier, and don`t have these types of hassles.. searching here, searching there.. if i break the budget, i dont` care at least i`ve got the product i wanted..
Looks good. How much did you pay the UPS brokage fees and custom taxes?
Get US vendors to ship your order by USPS! No duty applies if your merchandise is USA-made, so a PC should be duty-free. USPS has never dinged me brokerage, and FedEx isn`t too bad, but UPS is awful. I won`t order from a vendor who will only ship to Canada by UPS.
With all that said, I ordered my PC from www.carcaresmart.com and couldn`t be happier with it. Under $200 CDN with free shipping (for the PC AND anything else on the same order!), no duty or brokerage, and quick service.
tricycle
10-15-2004, 03:16 PM
Originally posted by Cam
Get US vendors to ship your order by USPS! No duty applies if your merchandise is USA-made, so a PC should be duty-free. USPS has never dinged me brokerage, and FedEx isn`t too bad, but UPS is awful. I won`t order from a vendor who will only ship to Canada by UPS.
With all that said, I ordered my PC from www.carcaresmart.com and couldn`t be happier with it. Under $200 CDN with free shipping (for the PC AND anything else on the same order!), no duty or brokerage, and quick service.
This web-site looks good. Are they using Canada Post for delivery?
However, it seems to me that they do not have much stuff from Meguiar`s but I like those polishing accessories from Lake Country.