Detailer`s Wholesale Beta now open!

**rlmccarty2000** · 06-24-2017, 01:43 PM

That`s easier than unloading boxes.

**JBM** · 06-24-2017, 07:52 PM

Even our realtor wore boat shoes , shorts and a button down casual florida shirt. We never saw anything like it, (my wife was a realtor for 10 years) we laughed. He even smoked a cigar in his car as he drove us around lol. No one in FL needs suits i dont think!

**Ronkh** · 06-24-2017, 07:58 PM

Originally Posted by JBM

Even our realtor wore boat shoes , shorts and a button down casual florida shirt. We never saw anything like it, (my wife was a realtor for 10 years) we laughed. He even smoked a cigar in his car as he drove us around lol. No one in FL needs suits i dont think!

Nope. But I still have business up north.

**Never Enuff** · 06-24-2017, 10:57 PM

Did you buy $500 worth of shorts so you could get free shipping?????

Jay

**ShakingHorizons** · 06-24-2017, 11:36 PM

Other than Paul, do we have any other company reps on here?

**craigdt** · 06-25-2017, 12:11 AM

Oh cmon guys.

It`s not like you aren`t able to order anymore.

This reminds me of adding a free coffee machine at work and a couple people complaining because they like another coffee brand. No one is forcing you to drink it!

This is why we can`t have nice things.

**JBM** · 06-25-2017, 08:58 AM

Originally Posted by craigdt

Oh cmon guys.

It`s not like you aren`t able to order anymore.

This reminds me of adding a free coffee machine at work and a couple people complaining because they like another coffee brand. No one is forcing you to drink it!

This is why we can`t have nice things.

Not really, connect worked for everyone and for a few months weve been hearing how the replacement is in the works. Then this is what they come up with, alienating hobbyists. Doesnt matter to me really, just voicing my opinion.

**craigdt** · 06-25-2017, 11:38 AM

Originally Posted by JBM

Not really, connect worked for everyone and for a few months weve been hearing how the replacement is in the works. Then this is what they come up with, alienating hobbyists. Doesnt matter to me really, just voicing my opinion.

I did not realize that this was the promised replacement.

I retract my previous statement.

**GearHead_1** · 06-25-2017, 11:53 AM

Originally Posted by craigdt

I did not realize that this was the promised replacement.

I retract my previous statement.

Craig, I don`t think that it has been confirmed as the replacement. If so, I`ve missed that post. It may well be a second program.

**JBM** · 06-25-2017, 12:38 PM

Originally Posted by craigdt

I did not realize that this was the promised replacement.

I retract my previous statement.

I suppose I took it as THE replacement, but it could be an alternate program, if so I think its great for pros!

**Jaddie** · 07-23-2017, 01:24 PM

Is a wholesale program, similar to Connect, still in the works that benefits those of us who spend less than $2500 per year on supplies?

**craigdt** · 07-23-2017, 06:51 PM

Im all for a Connect replacement (Prime??), but I think its unrealistic to expect wholesale pricing at the quantity that most of us purchase
(contrary to what my wife may say, I dont spend quite that much

)

**Jaddie** · 07-23-2017, 07:37 PM

I don`t mind 20% off and free shipping, but that deal is a pain to wait for. I`m a member of a detailer`s club where there are wholesale prices. When you first browse the prices, you have a good flavor of "sticker shock." You can`t believe how low the prices are. But the shipping on a gallon product costs about $11. It gets cheaper per pound as you go up, but $15–20 shipping would be common.

**cleanmycorolla** · 07-25-2017, 08:41 AM

LOL only open to professionals, hahaha theres like 300 legit pro`s in the world. Way to close the window to some sales AG/Autopia. this is why Autoality`s program is so much better!

**cleanmycorolla** · 07-25-2017, 08:44 AM

Originally Posted by Paul@Autopia

Just to clear some things up...

1. The program is FREE - Meaning it costs you nothing. If you end up using it than awesome, but if not then after a year the account would be closed. No harm, no foul.
2. The $500 minimum order is for first time customers... Most who have previously ordered from us can skip this (at our discretion)
3. Shipping - Our wholesale members will pay the same amount for shipping as the prices on our regular site at the time... Meaning if we have a promotion for Free shipping over X amount than the wholesale order would receive free shipping over the same amount. And as you`ll be subscribed to the Wholesale newsletter you will receive wholesale account promotions.
4. Everyone is encouraged to apply, but if you only spend $250 a year than expecting wholesale pricing is a bit unrealistic.
5. Discounts - There is no standard here and the discount depends on the items you`re buying. One brand may have a 35% discount while another may be 20%.

Yes, the program is different than Connect and we are certainly going after Detailing Pros for the program but if you qualify for it then I`d encourage you to sign up and give it a chance. While I know everyone won`t qualify we`ve done our best to make this available to as many pro-level consumers as possible. As several of you have mentioned we do run plenty of promotions regularly that those of you who don`t qualify or don`t want to use the program can take advantage of.

So what about the thousands of non pro`s? i mean aren`t hobbyist`s the ones who build this? This program is straight garbage. no offense but i can tell theres zero sales masterminds down there in Florida....coool, lets develop a program where .01% of the detail population will buy in, excellent marketing and sales! Since Max, Nick and Todd Helme left this company has spiraled!