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Made in Canada conundrum

We all know that some of the very best audio equipment is made in Canada. Some of these legendary companies don't have service facilities in the USA, so if it breaks,like mine did, you send it back to Canada. I just experienced this: Promised about 2 weeks turn-around time, but we're going on 2 months and it's still at Customs in Canada, who are waiting to clear it, having charged me tax, duty, broker fees (FedEx) and a fourth charge for some technicality that I've forgotten. What do US purchasers feel about paying tax, duty and broker fees when they buy Canadian and then pay the same fees again to have the original repaired? Annoyed, like I am, or did you know that? And would you have bought Canadian if you knew this before-hand - like I didn't, because nobody told me. Should I have known this? Opinions, please. (I will keep the Manufacturer's name confidential while I wait for resolution)
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andr
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To Polk 32 :

That's an interesting point and it raises a question : could you have refused the winning bid since you stated lower US only ? And if so, why did you accept the transaction ? Does your pocket always win over your principles ? What does that make you ?
polk432
1,116 posts
 
Yes, I could have refused to ship the items, and he could have given me a neg. no big deal because I would just switch and sell thru agon. My problem is that if it says lower US. only, people should ask first not just bid. I will charge $500.00 extra for stupidity and handling if this happens again. I could have given away the tonearm with the 2 free carts. wiring harness and armboard for free to an American, so I guess that would have been a sign that indicates I'm rich, but also Patriotic. USA Rules! Like it or not! I will sell to Nigeria before canada.
tvad
9,467 posts
 
I don't understand the dust up about a Canadian bidding on an auction that had "USA only" as a term of the auction.

Obviously, if an auction is restricted to US sales only, then any bid from outside the USA is void, and the highest bid from a US buyer is the winner.
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albertporter
4,927 posts
 
Hello, I'm Mr. Howgul Abul Arhu from Nigeria and would like to bid upon your auction. Is that fine with you today?

If yes, I will share with you the name of our leader (and account number) who has left the sum, upon his death, of $120,000.00 with no one to claim.

Would you like me to explain how you can help me distribute this money?

Please supply:

(A) your banker's name, telephone, account and fax numbers.

(B) your private telephone and fax numbers —for confidentiality and easy communication.

(C) your letter-headed paper stamped and signed. If yes, please send the tonearm and two free cartridges you wish to keep from the Canadians

Sincerely, Howgul Abul Arhu
tobias
1,534 posts
 
I live in Quebec, and I thought Benie's line was funny too ;o)
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