My new spoiler

[AckersMR2]

Just got my invoice from FedEx   s:x :x s:x  £13.95!!! So I think any future buyers had best be aware it probably won't be as good a deal as they thought they were getting. Still probably cheaper than buying one here though   s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  

For future reference If you are receiving a package from overseas (unless it's from another EU Country), please be aware that it may (probably will) incur customs charges. Any package assessed by HM Revenue and customs as being liable for customs charges will also incur a Royal Mail handling fee of £8 (FedEx £10   s:x :x s:x  ).

Any goods imported into the UK over the value of £18 are liable to import VAT. Gifts between private individuals over the value of £40 are also liable for VAT. Goods and gifts over these values may also be liable for customs duty. You no longer have to pay customs duty for goods up to the value of £135, however you will still be required to pay import VAT and excise duty where applicable.

[Lurch]

Just got my invoice from FedEx   s:x :x s:x  £13.95!!! So I think any future buyers had best be aware it probably won't be as good a deal as they thought they were getting. Still probably cheaper than buying one here though   s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  

For future reference If you are receiving a package from overseas (unless it's from another EU Country), please be aware that it may (probably will) incur customs charges. Any package assessed by HM Revenue and customs as being liable for customs charges will also incur a Royal Mail handling fee of £8 (FedEx £10   s:x :x s:x  ).

Any goods imported into the UK over the value of £18 are liable to import VAT. Gifts between private individuals over the value of £40 are also liable for VAT. Goods and gifts over these values may also be liable for customs duty. You no longer have to pay customs duty for goods up to the value of £135, however you will still be required to pay import VAT and excise duty where applicable.

Oi Cheaper than mine £14.02p   s:lol: :lol: s:lol:   I haven't paid it yet , going to wait and see what happens if i don't pay.

[AckersMR2]

Probably the exchange rate at time of billing that caused the difference in price. My Bro-in-law got a legal letter when he didn't pay his but it was for about £150 don't know if they'll bother chasing £14?

[Lurch]

Been over a week since i got invoice and spoke to them on the day i got it to ask why so much, and also asked how long i had to pay and was told as soon as you recieve the invoice, Well haven't paid yet and not recieved anything else yet, fingers crossed i don't get billed more.

[Wabbitkilla]

They just sell the debt to a collection agency, then it can get nasty. I was avcidentally caught out once and know only too well how these intimidating scum operate.

Better pay up unless you want threatening letters and visits from their 'agents'.

[AckersMR2]

Yeah they could come round to get the money or items to the value of and you could wake up to find your MR2 looking like this  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:

[Dyn-Evo]

Yes..ParcelForce charge about £14..!

Thats the standard I get hit for when they arrive at Gatwick: thats in addition to the actual VAT...the £14 is their "admin" charge...!!?!?!  s:evil: :evil: s:evil:  

My sister (unluckily for her!  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  ) actually WORKS for Parcel Force: at Gatwick, too..!

We spent about an hour the other day arguing about the rip-off: she explained that the £14 is charged because they actually pay the customs charge for you before they send the letter.

That in itself is reasonable: what is REALLY taking the pi$$ is the fact you never actually have the option to pay the customs charge yourself, either up-front, or when it hits the UK....
So in effect, their "admin" charge could be whatever they choose to set it at, really...?   s:roll: :roll: s:roll:  

(They could even (maybe) put it up to £20 in 2013.....  s:? :? s:?    s:wink: :wink: s:wink:  )

The "grab-as-much-money-out-of-the-honest-law-abiding-British citizen" gravy-train rolls on.......  s:roll: :roll: s:roll:  

I think we NEED a revolution.....?!  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:

[2 of the left]

Fedex didn't charge me anything - they delivered to my neighbour because I was at work - This beggars the question "Are the bean counters changing the rules?"  s:flame: :flame: s:flame:

[AckersMR2]

Fedex didn't charge me anything - they delivered to my neighbour because I was at work - This beggars the question "Are the bean counters changing the rules?"  s:flame: :flame: s:flame:

This is the first time i've been charged. But HMRC seem to be stopping everything now, and as said the courier pay the vat/import duty on your behalf and then charge us anything between £8-14 for the privilege.

The only other option is to pay the supplier extra and ask them to pay the duty on our behalf before it is sent.

[Patch]

I'll be grabbing one of these.  How the hell did I miss this thread???

[moshie]

Ordered one yesterday!

[carlclarke]

I ordered an unpainted one last week, it arrived after 9 days. £26.73 including delivery. When Mr FedEx stopped outside today I grabbed some cash expecting to have to pay duty and he told me that nothing was due. Luck of the draw...

[ray835]

mine was painted and delivered for £25   s:) s:)

[Gpdyna]

Tried to order one of these from the original thread, only to find sale ended but re-advertised again and again item was now removed! Obviously couldn't cope with all this sudden interest!
But found this one  
 m http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/330895073275? ... 1423.l2649 m  

I took the gamble and ordered one from the above link, in Taiwan   s:x :x s:x  
Had to confirm the colour with the order, so ordered on the 26/8 arrived on the 5/9, £22.32 + £4.48 pnp.
I've seen some comments on here reference the additional import cost and although I got a call from FedEx I didn't receive any additional cost.
The paint finish is excellent   s:) s:)  
Haven't had time to fit as yet. Hope this helps anyone else considering this!

Regards   s:D s:D

[moshie]

Got a FEDEX invoice for £14.53  s:-( :-( s:-(

(£4.03 + £ £10.50 admin)

[skoosh1970]

....received my bloody invoice from FedEx today............£15.63.........................!!!!!!!!!!

To be honest though, the spoiler is still a bargain at just over £40 anyway.

[Stifler]

I still can't decide if I should buy one of these or not.  Knowing you get stung for £15 helps a little.  Did anyone regret getting one?

[skoosh1970]

Stifler, at £40 they're still cheap and the quality and colour match is exceptional. This is the 3rd one I've bought from these guys and only the 1st invoice from fedex, you won't regret it and the look is very subtle and almost factory looking too.................!

[Stifler]

I'm just a little worried it will look a little too 'stuck on' but going by the pictures it looks good.  As always I've massively overspent this month....but it's pay day on Friday....

[freddy279]

Very nice ,how much did you pay for that?