WTB: "OLD" style armrest
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Just an FYI, for those in the Los Angeles area on May 21st, I'm holding a MINI/Mini car show and the grand prize is going to be one of these armrests.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=40794
Richard
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=40794
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It is my understanding that the Deutsch Post works with DHL. Our armrests were shipped via Deutsch Post which is the equivalent to the USPS but with a twist. DHL takes the packages from Deutsch Post and then routes them to the US and hands the packages off to the USPS. The packages were likely loaded into cargo boxes and loaded on ships. It is the slowest method of shipping as well as the most inexpensive.
Originally Posted by goaljnky
I am starting to feel guilty as I started all this. What the hell does USPS have to do with DHL?
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Originally Posted by miniman007
It is my understanding that the Deutsch Post works with DHL. Our armrests were shipped via Deutsch Post which is the equivalent to the USPS but with a twist. DHL takes the packages from Deutsch Post and then routes them to the US and hands the packages off to the USPS. The packages were likely loaded into cargo boxes and loaded on ships. It is the slowest method of shipping as well as the most inexpensive.
I apologize to veryone. 
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Originally Posted by goaljnky
Ok, so let me get this straight. Our shipping method is 2 goverment postal services and a third rate shipping company? I apologize to veryone.
I apologize to veryone. 
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Originally Posted by MINIMZD
No worries from me!! :smile: I would have ordered the armrest anyway. I actually like it better then the "new" official armrest (that you can't get as a retro fit anyway)! I know we will all be happy when we get our packages! Good things are worth waiting for...isn't that why the average MINI owner orders their car and waits for it to be built, shipped and delivered instead or walking onto a lot and picking a car from what's there. Ok enough of my attempt at motivational speaking....Let's Motor!
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Originally Posted by Guysdaman
Well i guess i could have spoken up earlier...now mind you I am willing to do a little leg work for my fellow NAMers...I am in the USAF stationed in Germany and I bought one of these armrests through my local dealer...if anyone is interested I can check to see if they have any more and how much they cost directly from the dealer...IIRC it cost me 110 Euros and I would ship these via USPS priority mail with delivery confirmation and insurance...so if you're interested let me know about how many to "inquire" about. Now I can't do this for a whole ****load but I don't mind doing a few if they are still available.
~Guy
~Guy
Can I be the first to stand in line to choke this guy?
Just kiddin'.
If my old unit in Darmstadt was still active, I would have contacted someone there, but apparently the Med Evac unit I was with is out of business.
goaljnky - no need to apologize. Tell you the truth, I am more concerned about what's for supper tonight.
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Originally Posted by goaljnky
Ok, so let me get this straight. Our shipping method is 2 goverment postal services and a third rate shipping company? I apologize to veryone.
I apologize to veryone. 
Or rather, sell them overseas as it seems they don't get them at all!
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I am in wait mode also. I sent the extra 20 Euros nearly two weeks ago and sent an email to the seller informing him that I had. I haven't heard anything back with a confirmation or shipping info. I guess I will fire off another email.
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Just got a message Friday that the fellow in Germany did not pick up his Paypal. I sent payment to the "pay now" address. Something's up?
Luckly, we have a German National working here in my office for a few months. I asked him to send an e-mail so we won't have the language barrier. Will let y'all (that's Southern for "you all") know. :smile:
Luckly, we have a German National working here in my office for a few months. I asked him to send an e-mail so we won't have the language barrier. Will let y'all (that's Southern for "you all") know. :smile:
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I'm interested
Originally Posted by Guysdaman
Well i guess i could have spoken up earlier...now mind you I am willing to do a little leg work for my fellow NAMers...I am in the USAF stationed in Germany and I bought one of these armrests through my local dealer...if anyone is interested I can check to see if they have any more and how much they cost directly from the dealer...IIRC it cost me 110 Euros and I would ship these via USPS priority mail with delivery confirmation and insurance...so if you're interested let me know about how many to "inquire" about. Now I can't do this for a whole ****load but I don't mind doing a few if they are still available.
~Guy
~Guy
Please let me know the details.
thanks Jeff
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According to an e-mail I got today from Baum Automobile, the armrest was shipped out the 19th of this month, and will take two to four weeks to get here. I bought it on the 13th, so it took them almost a week to get it to DHL.
Not as fast as I would want, but at least it is on it's way.
Hopefully.
Not as fast as I would want, but at least it is on it's way.
Hopefully.
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Originally Posted by miniman007
Folks,
My armrest was just delivered to me by our facilities folks. The box is in great shape and the armrest is perfect. I may go out at lunch and install.
Bob
My armrest was just delivered to me by our facilities folks. The box is in great shape and the armrest is perfect. I may go out at lunch and install.
Bob
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Originally Posted by phuzz2377
I just got mine today:smile: . The box was beat to hell but the arm rest is in perfect shape. I'm in Florida.
Too-where in florida? I'm in North Central
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Originally Posted by goaljnky
Miniman and Phuzz: how did you guys pay for yours? Paypal or wire transfer?
I used a credit card to complete the transaction. I think you remember I was having quite a time with the wire transfer. Had a buddy here at work that is fluent in German give them a call and ask if I could use the card. The rest is history.
I'm surprised you havent received yours seeing how you were a week ahead of me. Hopefully it will be waiting for you when you get home.
Bob
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Originally Posted by miniman007
Goaljnky,
I used a credit card to complete the transaction. I think you remember I was having quite a time with the wire transfer. Had a buddy here at work that is fluent in German give them a call and ask if I could use the card. The rest is history.
I'm surprised you havent received yours seeing how you were a week ahead of me. Hopefully it will be waiting for you when you get home.
Bob
I used a credit card to complete the transaction. I think you remember I was having quite a time with the wire transfer. Had a buddy here at work that is fluent in German give them a call and ask if I could use the card. The rest is history.
I'm surprised you havent received yours seeing how you were a week ahead of me. Hopefully it will be waiting for you when you get home.
Bob
