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Doc
 


Member Since: 17 Jan 2008
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Importing tyres

I am due for a new set of 19" tyres in the next few months. I am keen on the Cooper LTZ 255/55/19 but the local dealers in Perth want over $500 for each tyre whereas one can get these in the USA for $250 Evil or Very Mad

Has anyone on the forum imported tyres from the US and can you recommend a supplier?

Thanks

Doc D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
Post #92362823rd Apr 2012 6:07 am
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Hi Doc,
Try www.tirerack.com

I haven't used them, but lots of people on the AULRO site have and recommend them.

Cheers,
Rob  
Post #92363823rd Apr 2012 8:16 am
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Many thanks Rob.

Best wishes

Peter D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
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Consider the total fitted cost - also customs duty etc.

If cost of goods only is less that $1000 then no additional duties are payable. However if the cost is over $1000 then you will pay GST on the cost of goods and shipping plus there is an additional administration charge of a couple hundred dollars.

Fitting and balancing about $25 a tyre.

Overseas companies are becoming aware of the difference in Aust and overseas prices and are upping shipping costs. Also be aware that warranties will not apply and make sure you are actually getting the right tyre compound - tyres with the same name can often have different compounds for different countries.

Garry  
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Doc
 


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Thanks for the additional information Garry.

Regards

Doc D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
Post #92364523rd Apr 2012 8:43 am
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I don't believe TireRack supply Coopers?

Cheers,

Gordon ex - 2006 D3 TDV6 SE, silver, with lots of stuff - R.I.P.
ex - 2009 D3 TDV6 SE, silver, had lots of stuff too!
Now - 2010 RRS 3.0 TDV6, rimini red, 18" rims + Cooper LTZ, rear eLocker, Spider tuning box, GOE protection plates and rock sliders, GOE 3way shortened rods.  
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Doc
 


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That's a pity Gordon. Do you have any contacts in Perth to get a good price on the 19" Coopers?

Thanks

Doc D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
Post #92408524th Apr 2012 2:06 am
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Tirerack want $500 for shipping when I asked. Shocked Evil or Very Mad â€œThere are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely games”
Ernest Hemmingway
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D3 2.7:Adaptive Headlights,Electronic Rear Diff,ARB Bar,Blaupunkt Speakers,JVC Powered Subwoofer,Removable Snorkel,Mitch Hitch,Pioneer After Market Head Unit,Steering Wheel Control Adaptor,Remote Adjustable Supension Rod System, Taxside Dual Battery System.  
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Wow CaverD3, that sounds a bit steep! D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
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I thought so. So went local in the end. Worth asking because it may change depending on mood/greed/which way the wind is blowing etc. Reports of shipping costs are very inconsistant. â€œThere are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely games”
Ernest Hemmingway
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D3 2.7:Adaptive Headlights,Electronic Rear Diff,ARB Bar,Blaupunkt Speakers,JVC Powered Subwoofer,Removable Snorkel,Mitch Hitch,Pioneer After Market Head Unit,Steering Wheel Control Adaptor,Remote Adjustable Supension Rod System, Taxside Dual Battery System.  
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Thanks CaverD3, I will look into the shipping costs in more detail. D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
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garrycol wrote:


Overseas companies are becoming aware of the difference in Aust and overseas prices and are upping shipping costs.
They certainly are. It's not unusual to be asked for USD40 for something that has
$8 on it when it arrives. Individual traders are not too bad , but Companies gouge a heap out of it.
Interestingly , commercial rates are much less than the USPS etc. calculators specify , so it's a real profit
booster. I paid only USD61 for a 11kg tracked airmail consignment from Kentucky last month , yet the on-line
page was heaps more.  
Post #92454525th Apr 2012 11:09 am
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Doc
 


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Hi Neil

I have a commercial account with TNT, so I am going to get a quote from them. I will post the details on the forum.

Regards
Doc D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
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Try treaddepot.com in GA. the price for Cooper LTZ is very good and the shipping company they use are fairly reasonable from what I have looked into previously. Al looks after the international side and he was very helpful

Gup  
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Many thanks for the information Guppy Thumbs Up D3 2005 HSE V8 model, snorkel, nudge bar, uprated tow hitch (12T), Goodyear Wrangler MTR (MT) tyres, National Luna battery box, Outback roof-rack, Takla seat covers.  
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