I’m in Australia and am in the process of ordering a new crate engine from the USA. The seller, I am told, is reputable, but I am finding the whole process all a bit daunting given the distance and the time difference.
I’d like some opinions if I may from the local USA people.
Firstly, the sorts of prices that I am being quoted to ship to California is about $400. Does this sound correct? To ship it the rest of the way to Australia will cost me $275!!!
Secondly, I am told that if I (or my shipping agent) collect the engine directly from their warehouse, I will be required to pay a state tax. Is this correct, and if so then why isn’t it payable if I ship to California? How much is the state tax in Ohio on a $3,200 motor?
Thirdly, although I’ve asked a few times, I haven’t been able to get a straight answer about payment at the point of delivery. What experience have others had? Am I taking a chance by paying for it before delivery?
Any advice will be gratefully accepted.
[ June 13, 2002: Message edited by: Chris Liokos ]
I’d like some opinions if I may from the local USA people.
Firstly, the sorts of prices that I am being quoted to ship to California is about $400. Does this sound correct? To ship it the rest of the way to Australia will cost me $275!!!
Secondly, I am told that if I (or my shipping agent) collect the engine directly from their warehouse, I will be required to pay a state tax. Is this correct, and if so then why isn’t it payable if I ship to California? How much is the state tax in Ohio on a $3,200 motor?
Thirdly, although I’ve asked a few times, I haven’t been able to get a straight answer about payment at the point of delivery. What experience have others had? Am I taking a chance by paying for it before delivery?
Any advice will be gratefully accepted.
[ June 13, 2002: Message edited by: Chris Liokos ]