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TJ91 · 06-16-2011, 03:29 PM

Hey guys, im going to be ordering an Intake down from the states but was wonderning what people are doing in terms of shipping to cut costs. My gf uses a US shipping address and picks it up in person. But im not sure how well that will work for an intake and how much ill have to pay to bring it over the boarder.

Whats the best method?

Anyone know any Canadian vendors who would be able to get the Vararam V6 intake?
Maybe SPi?

CDN SS · 06-16-2011, 03:57 PM

I ordered my Cold Air Inductions CAI through SPI and picked it up there. I probably paid more doing it this way than ordering it from the states but I was in a hurry.

If you ship one to your GF's US address you have 2 options. Install it over there and don't declare it or leave it in the box, declare it and pay the 13% HST tax at the border.

HTH

BTW, the guys at SPI told me they can get almost anything that's out there for our cars.

Merc · 06-16-2011, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by TJ91

Hey guys, im going to be ordering an Intake down from the states but was wonderning what people are doing in terms of shipping to cut costs. My gf uses a US shipping address and picks it up in person. But im not sure how well that will work for an intake and how much ill have to pay to bring it over the boarder.

Whats the best method?

Anyone know any Canadian vendors who would be able to get the Vararam V6 intake?
Maybe SPi?

That's the best way. Show up at the border with invoice and pay the tax and your golden. Have it shipped UPS to CDN and they will charge you brokerage fee's.

Matster · 06-16-2011, 05:37 PM

The cheapest way to have it shipped to you is by USPS. However, given what is currently going on with Canada Post, who knows how long it might take to get to you.

Merc · 06-16-2011, 05:43 PM

True but most parts places don't or won't us USPS.

Beehave · 06-16-2011, 05:58 PM

Support SPI...local...I am sure they pass on a savings...bulk shipping for orders when every one supports them....my 2 cents

Andrew@SPItuning · 06-16-2011, 09:24 PM

We have gone to great lengths to reduce the cost of getting parts across the border. 99% of our parts come from the states, and we've got this pretty dialed in. Give us a call and we'll get you set up. We have our own broker so there are never any $urpri$e$.

Andrew@SPItuning · 06-16-2011, 09:26 PM

Oh and thanks Beehave, your support is very appreciated.

CanadianCamaro · 06-16-2011, 10:29 PM

Agreed - Going with a reputable local supplier who's not out to lunch on their pricing will pay off in the long run. On something like an intake you're going to save little to nothing after shipping and brokerage.

CloudXTC · 06-20-2011, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJ91

Hey guys, im going to be ordering an Intake down from the states but was wonderning what people are doing in terms of shipping to cut costs. My gf uses a US shipping address and picks it up in person. But im not sure how well that will work for an intake and how much ill have to pay to bring it over the boarder.

Whats the best method?

Anyone know any Canadian vendors who would be able to get the Vararam V6 intake?
Maybe SPi?

which u getting - injen?

Meister@Torq · 06-20-2011, 12:36 PM

We are great at shipping to Canada as we have fantastic rates though the big companies and ship postal service

Big C CamaroSS · 06-20-2011, 05:00 PM

WoW I'm glad I stumbled across this thread. Its nice to see a local vendor offering popular US based CAI. Now there's no guessing how much extra you'll have to pay in fees.

Shifted Perceptions.......I've only had my SS 4 days so I first have to check with my GM dealer to see how they feel about after-market CAI, BUT do you offer INJEN brand CAI?

TJ91 · 06-20-2011, 06:40 PM

I went through SPI for my springs and couldnt be happier. SPi is the best hands down. As for the intake. Im getting my Vararam intake

06-16-2011, 03:29 PM	#1
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,035	Cost Effective Shipping? Hey guys, im going to be ordering an Intake down from the states but was wonderning what people are doing in terms of shipping to cut costs. My gf uses a US shipping address and picks it up in person. But im not sure how well that will work for an intake and how much ill have to pay to bring it over the boarder. Whats the best method? Anyone know any Canadian vendors who would be able to get the Vararam V6 intake? Maybe SPi? __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

06-16-2011, 03:57 PM	#2
CDN SS Steve from Canada. Drives: 2010 SW SS/RS with Inferno package. Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Niagara Ontario Canada Posts: 1,969 View My Garage	I ordered my Cold Air Inductions CAI through SPI and picked it up there. I probably paid more doing it this way than ordering it from the states but I was in a hurry. If you ship one to your GF's US address you have 2 options. Install it over there and don't declare it or leave it in the box, declare it and pay the 13% HST tax at the border. HTH BTW, the guys at SPI told me they can get almost anything that's out there for our cars. __________________

06-16-2011, 05:37 PM	#4
Matster Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IOM/IOM #3625 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Greater Toronto Area Posts: 1,902 View My Garage	The cheapest way to have it shipped to you is by USPS. However, given what is currently going on with Canada Post, who knows how long it might take to get to you. __________________ 666 EVIL RWHP BUILT AND TUNED BY SHIFTED PERCEPTIONS INC.(SPi) 416 Forged Stroker, E-Force Supercharger, Blower Cam, Rotofab CAI, Stainless Works 2" LT Headers and 3" Exhaust, LPE ZR1 Twin Disc Clutch, DSS 1400 HP Axles, Pfadt Performance Kit Stage 3.

06-16-2011, 05:43 PM	#5
Merc In The Circle Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SSRS IOM M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Abbotsford BC Canada Posts: 11,310	True but most parts places don't or won't us USPS. __________________ My Build Thread

06-16-2011, 10:29 PM	#9
CanadianCamaro Drives: 2SS/RS IOM - A.K.A. DA ;) Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 2,046	Agreed - Going with a reputable local supplier who's not out to lunch on their pricing will pay off in the long run. On something like an intake you're going to save little to nothing after shipping and brokerage. __________________ "BBOMG - More than just a car show.... It's an experience!"

06-16-2011, 05:58 PM	#6
Beehave Drives: 2010 Yellow/Black 2SS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burl., ON. Posts: 249 View My Garage	Support SPI...local...I am sure they pass on a savings...bulk shipping for orders when every one supports them....my 2 cents

06-16-2011, 09:24 PM	#7
Andrew@SPItuning Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dundas, Ontario Posts: 211	We have gone to great lengths to reduce the cost of getting parts across the border. 99% of our parts come from the states, and we've got this pretty dialed in. Give us a call and we'll get you set up. We have our own broker so there are never any $urpri$e$.

06-16-2011, 09:26 PM	#8
Andrew@SPItuning Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dundas, Ontario Posts: 211	Oh and thanks Beehave, your support is very appreciated.

06-20-2011, 12:36 PM	#11
Meister@Torq Drives: 2001 Crown Vic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Miami Posts: 974	We are great at shipping to Canada as we have fantastic rates though the big companies and ship postal service

06-20-2011, 05:00 PM	#12
Big C CamaroSS Drives: Black Camaro 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Belleville, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,145	WoW I'm glad I stumbled across this thread. Its nice to see a local vendor offering popular US based CAI. Now there's no guessing how much extra you'll have to pay in fees. Shifted Perceptions.......I've only had my SS 4 days so I first have to check with my GM dealer to see how they feel about after-market CAI, BUT do you offer INJEN brand CAI?

06-20-2011, 06:40 PM	#13
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,035	I went through SPI for my springs and couldnt be happier. SPi is the best hands down. As for the intake. Im getting my Vararam intake __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

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