August 23, 201115 yr Author comment_548604 So I sorted out a wire transfer via Commonwealth Setback. Very simple, just like a regular transfer. Email came through overnight to confirm payment received and they just wanted to check order specifics and delivery address. Hopefully ship tomorrow. Report
August 30, 201115 yr Author comment_550043 UPDATE Tyres are in Australia according to Fedex. As of this morning they were en route to my house, but more than likely I get a calling card. Should have them in hand tomorrow. Report
August 30, 201115 yr comment_550051 wow, that was quick. *browses to tirerack to pick new tyres* Report
August 30, 201115 yr Author comment_550096 yerp. Just got the email to say nobody was there to collect, I'll get them tomorrow. No word from customs so apparently all is well. Total cost so far 743 + 25 for the wire transfer. Bank exchange rate was just over parity at 1.001. Report
August 30, 201115 yr Author comment_550256 Breakdown of prices was: Tires $500 (to use the vernacular) Shipping $243 Wire transfer $25 I think that for tyres that would cost you less than $750 locally, you wouldn't import, because the $250 rate to ship is going to be a major cost. Report
September 1, 201115 yr Author comment_550538 Tyres in hand. Wow. Very happy. They're nice and soft, and the tread detail is quite interesting. Plus they look sick! Pulled the fuchs off the 911 last night, I'll get the old tyres stripped and take the rims home for some polishing action and a new coat of satin black on the centres. Astute readers might notice the car in the background, with the door removed... Edited September 1, 201115 yr by philbey Report
September 1, 201115 yr comment_550664 Very nice :D I think I'll probably end up getting semis locally. The FZ-201s fit the bill for me (fast but hard wearing) and the price is pretty good too. Report
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