Hello Steve,
do you have by chance a lower manifold assembly for a FSI ?
Thanks
Fabrice
For a number of years, I have been supplying used parts the members of this club.
The venture initially started out by purchasing a tree damaged A2 from a friend, with the aim of taking it apart to better understand how the cars were built and to improve my mechanical skills (I could barely do an oil change at this point). I didn’t anticipate that what was initially started as a tinker about with a damaged A2 would turn into a fully functioning tax registered business that is very efficient in the breakdown and supply of used A2 parts, shipping items all over the world. It will never hit the FTSE100 but as a part-time business I’m proud of what it’s become and it puts a few extra quid in my pocket each month.
I’ve always based my model on 3 things, price, service and enthusiasm and sticking to these 3 principles have stood me well. 95% of my customers are repeat customers, many of whom I’ve been supplying for years.
Price - I have never charged more for an item than I would be willing to pay for it myself. Whilst this has meant that over the years I have lost thousands in potential profit, I can end each day knowing that I have helped hundreds of people.
Service – the business has essentially been running 24/7 for the last couple of years. Where else could you message for a part at 2am on a Sunday and get it shipped out on a Monday morning?
Enthusiasm – Unlike the commercial breakers, I’m actually an A2 enthusiast who has been heavily involved in the A2 scene for around 5 years. I love nothing more than seeing someone’s project A2 develop, with the joy that brings them; knowing that I’ve supplied the parts to get it there and been involved in the process.
I have been a little quiet this month in terms of the number of parts I’ve posted, but it’s simply because I’m working on a petrol A2 that deserves some love and attention before sale. Once this is out of the way, normal service shall resume.
I’ve decided to post this following the announcement from the admin team that member services can now be advertised. Any feedback I could receive from customers past and present would be most welcome.
Best wishes
Steve
Hi Steve, just read your manifesto. Still being at the 'barely manage an oil change' stage I didn't really ever engage too much with parts supplies
Just recently I found myself asking 'why not?
I love my Dolphin grey 2005 diesel and would quite like to keep it looking/running as well as one of these can
Here's a few random requests. Just park my address somewhere and I'll be happy to wait until you might be able to fulfil
- 1 x skinny steel spare wheel with decent tyre to keep in the boot (last summer my bottle of repair glue burst in the heat)
-1 x compressor for inflating tyres (belt & braces) must fit in the foam aperture for this purpose in the boot
- Any really exceptional condition front and rear bumper parts in Dolphin
I've managed to live with occasional minor dings and paintwork scrapes front and back but in time would love to replace the existing parts for mint ones. If not I'll look into repairing what's on there
No hurry on any of this
All Best, Chris
For a number of years, I have been supplying used parts the members of this club.
The venture initially started out by purchasing a tree damaged A2 from a friend, with the aim of taking it apart to better understand how the cars were built and to improve my mechanical skills (I could barely do an oil change at this point). I didn’t anticipate that what was initially started as a tinker about with a damaged A2 would turn into a fully functioning tax registered business that is very efficient in the breakdown and supply of used A2 parts, shipping items all over the world. It will never hit the FTSE100 but as a part-time business I’m proud of what it’s become and it puts a few extra quid in my pocket each month.
I’ve always based my model on 3 things, price, service and enthusiasm and sticking to these 3 principles have stood me well. 95% of my customers are repeat customers, many of whom I’ve been supplying for years.
Price - I have never charged more for an item than I would be willing to pay for it myself. Whilst this has meant that over the years I have lost thousands in potential profit, I can end each day knowing that I have helped hundreds of people.
Service – the business has essentially been running 24/7 for the last couple of years. Where else could you message for a part at 2am on a Sunday and get it shipped out on a Monday morning?
Enthusiasm – Unlike the commercial breakers, I’m actually an A2 enthusiast who has been heavily involved in the A2 scene for around 5 years. I love nothing more than seeing someone’s project A2 develop, with the joy that brings them; knowing that I’ve supplied the parts to get it there and been involved in the process.
I have been a little quiet this month in terms of the number of parts I’ve posted, but it’s simply because I’m working on a petrol A2 that deserves some love and attention before sale. Once this is out of the way, normal service shall resume.
I’ve decided to post this following the announcement from the admin team that member services can now be advertised. Any feedback I could receive from customers past and present would be most welcome.
Best wishes
Steve
Hello Steve,
do you have by chance a lower manifold assembly for a FSI ?
Thanks
Fabrice
Hi Steve when you stripped and re built Franki you did an amazing job the new colours are fantastic it drives like new and all the extras you put on him you should be proud of the sun roof works perfectly.nice leather seats ,really proud to own Franki ,h doesn’t come out in the bad weather just sits in the garage being polished ,a credit to you .
I've got one here, it is the one listed on fleabay, but obviously I do them cheaper via here...inbox me and I can help you out.Hello Steve,
do you have by chance a lower manifold assembly for a FSI ?
Thanks
Fabrice
Hi steve Am interested in the drivers door and rear bumper from the mauritius blue your breaking,