Victor,
I've bought several things via this list in the last six months. In all but
one case I sent the check first, and they sent the part after receiving it.
All went beautifully and I have no complaints. The only exception is my
latest, a purchase of an O/D Trans for a spit for nearly $700 including the
shipping. He takes credit cards for his normal business so that's how we are
doing it. I should get the trans next week sometime. Again, based on past
performance around here, I am expecting no problems. So far, I've been
thoroughly impressed with the honesty of the folks on the list. And I'll
continue to feel that way until proven wrong (which I do next expect to be).
Dave Moag
77 Spitfire (soon to be happy with an O/D)
62 TR3B (an empty shell w/ everything in boxes)
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Victor Michael
> Sent: Wednesday, July 01, 1998 7:22 PM
> To: 'triumphs@autox.team.net'
> Subject: Purchasing parts from private parties
>
>
>
> P-P-P-P-Greetings,
>
> Well, here we go. You all recognize the phases of a new
> owner, I'm sure.
> I'm looking to purchase parts from private party sellers and
> am curious about
> a few things.
>
> What is the normal protocol for doing this?
> Sending check or money order to strangers makes me [just a
> little] nervous.
> Does the seller normally offer a guarantee on parts (radiator
> in my case, so
> far ;)?
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Vic
>
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