Trustworthy courier wanted
Trustworthy courier wanted
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EXKAY120

Original Poster:

534 posts

141 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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Hi Guys, anyone know of a decent courier that i can trust, i want some car memorabillia that i've sold taken down to the buyer in Belgium from where i live in Sevenoaks in Kent. Not that keen on using Parcelforce or DHL as i've heard some nightmare stories about items being lost or damaged.

peterperkins

3,320 posts

266 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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Nip over yourself on a cheap ferry/tunnel and have a short break if it's that valuable..

vikingaero

12,393 posts

193 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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peterperkins said:
Nip over yourself on a cheap ferry/tunnel and have a short break if it's that valuable..
Agree with this. You're not that far from the tunnel/ports, so combine it with a day trip/weekend break. Off peak travel may mean you could do it for £100-£150 including fuel. You could get the buyer to meet you if they are too far into deepest darkest Belgium.

Jimjimhim

2,107 posts

24 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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EXKAY120 said:
Hi Guys, anyone know of a decent courier that i can trust, i want some car memorabillia that i've sold taken down to the buyer in Belgium from where i live in Sevenoaks in Kent. Not that keen on using Parcelforce or DHL as i've heard some nightmare stories about items being lost or damaged.
If you look at the internet for long enough you will see nightmare stories for absolutely everything in life. Any courier comes with a risk so take it yourself if it's uninsurable.

EXKAY120

Original Poster:

534 posts

141 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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Thanks for the comments guys, yeah, i guess your right, could be worth a nice little drive down and make a weekend of it at the same time.....

Baldchap

9,437 posts

116 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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It's kind of on the way to the 'Ring if you needed an excuse. It's not far...

Truckosaurus

12,929 posts

308 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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Jimjimhim said:
...Any courier comes with a risk so take it yourself if it's uninsurable.
Indeed. Especially as the OP is the seller, what's it matter if it gets broken on the way to the new owner, you were getting rid of it anyway? Insurance can refund the buyer.

If the buyer doesn't want the risk of damage they can come and collect it.

Also. I'm sure that if packaged well enough then even the most hamfisted of courier can be accounted for. And add some additional labeling so the package can be manually processed if the automated systems fail to route it.

iguana

7,303 posts

284 months

Friday 3rd January 2025
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I'm out to the 'ring Monday for work. What stuff is it?

www.lizardlogistics.com


WilliamMcNelly

6 posts

34 months

Thursday 9th January 2025
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Hi! For car memorabilia shipping, you might want to try trusted options like UPS, Hermes, or Send My Bag. These couriers generally offer reliable service with tracking and insurance options. You could also explore smaller, specialized couriers or freight services for valuable items to ensure safe delivery. Always opt for adequate insurance!

Edited by WilliamMcNelly on Monday 20th January 13:24

languagetimothy

1,637 posts

186 months

Thursday 9th January 2025
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EXKAY120 said:
Thanks for the comments guys, yeah, i guess your right, could be worth a nice little drive down and make a weekend of it at the same time.....
by courier, is the buyer aware of the extra tax they will have to pay as coming from outside the EU? yeah, take it yourself, see if Spa is near for a visit and have a different weekend.