Prospeed Roof Rack for D3/4 Group Buy?

[DieselLSE]

For those of you who have expressed interest in the UK Prospeed Roof Racks, I received this reply to a query overnight:

We’re still manufacturing the D4 roof racks regularly but we’ve been adding customers to an enquiry list for some time so we are dealing with those customers before we put the rack back in stock on the shop. We’re actually very close to completing the list so we should have stock in a few weeks

The link to the racks is: Land Rover Discovery 3 and 4 Roof Rack : ProSpeed (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/discovery-roof-rack/)

I have replied asking if they are interested in a bulk order to Australia and while I wait for a reply I thought I'd see if there was any real interest.

Such a deal would probably need to work along the following lines in order to be attractive to AULRO members:
1. The landed price in Melbourne would need to be about the same as the retail price in the UK. That is, the benefit of the group buy would probably be in saving on shipping costs.
2. The landed price would need to include full transit insurance.
3. The landed price would include GST etc.
4. Shipping from Melbourne to elsewhere in Australia would need to be a known quantity and arranged in advance. Either that, or shipping is arranged direct to capital ports.

I can store the shipment in Lancefield (Central Vic) and can arrange collection and provide fitting space in either Lancefield or Brighton. As I still regularly travel to Sydney, I can arrange to deliver the Sydney orders to an agreed location for probably very little additional cost. Perhaps a collection/fitting day could be arranged at one of the buyer's homes.

On the upside, we can take advantage of exchange rates and on-line FX transfer when placing the order. The downside would be the delay in shipment as the orders are collated and an economic shipping process is optimised.

So, although it's all pie in the sky at this stage, let me know if you are interested. Obviously, no commitment on anyone.

[Hoss]

Yep, have been looking at these for a while. Interested

[Crofty]

Likewise, been looking at these as well.

[Tombie]

Yep.....

[Lukeis]

What's the retail price in the U.K.?

[DieselLSE]

What's the retail price in the U.K.?

Land Rover Discovery 3 and 4 Roof Rack : ProSpeed (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/discovery-roof-rack/)

[Guppy]

Would be interested - price dependant of course

Gup

[Big Dog]

I'm interested
Big Dog

[loanrangie]

900 quid, not for this black duck :o.

[pjcd4]

Yes, I'm interested subject to cost of course! Also wondering - it says needs the short length roof rails for fitment. I've got full length rails so not yet sure what that means $$ wise

[Steve747]

I'm in if you can save on the $1800 in shipping it was going to cost me buying the rack and a set of underbody protection at the same time!

[DieselLSE]

Yes, I'm interested subject to cost of course! Also wondering - it says needs the short length roof rails for fitment. I've got full length rails so not yet sure what that means $$ wise
This will give you an idea: How to fit extended roof rack rail to Land Rover Discovery 3 & 4 ( LR3/LR4 ) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aV7AMmIrxA8)
The Prospeed rack fits flush with, and follows the contours of, the dipped roof. The long rails would foul it. Others may know, but I suspect you could either cut yours or swap them with someone with short rails.

As you say, this whole thing is subject to cost. We're all just blue skying at the moment. The post has been up for just on three days, has been viewed 235 times for 8 "interested" responses including me. My gut feel is that interest will peak in a week or so at around 20. Assuming that Prospeed are prepared to do a deal and that I can work out a reasonable shipping deal, then we could formally put it on the Group Buy thread with a known landed price (including accessories) and start taking formal orders up to the economic shipping quantity or a specific date. That way, we'd all know when and at what cost the racks would arrive. Here's hoping...

[DieselLSE]

I'm in if you can save on the $1800 in shipping it was going to cost me buying the rack and a set of underbody protection at the same time!
Look, that's what I'm hoping to achieve. It's not beyond the realms of possibility that we can fill or part fill a container with not only the Prospeed goods, but other stuff that members want to import but are baulking at the shipping costs. It may be possible for people to buy other items in the UK at ex VAT prices and have it delivered to the freight forwarders and put in our container for export. It would be slow process, but if it meant we could get our Prospeed stuff Q1 2018 at little more than UK retail prices then that would be a good outcome considering the tyranny of distance.

[rar110]

I wish they did a L322 rack.

[DieselLSE]

Negotiations with ProsSpeed have gone well and they are prepared to treat this as a trade deal as long as they only have to deal with one entity, payment is up front, shipping is to one location and the deal is for at least 10 racks. I can do this through my company, so no problems there. Shipping has yet to be finalised, but the upshot is that it looks like the original idea to land the racks here for as near as dammit to the UK retail price is a distinct possibility. So, I'm proceeding on this basis.
Again, no commitments on anyone, but as I already have 9 "interested" on my spreadsheet, I have no problem paying for an extra rack as I know someone will want it.
What we need to do now is decide on what accessories we want.

ProSpeed have advised:
Most customers order at least 2 sets of floors and many order 3 sets. On top of that our most popular attachments include the following:

223774 – XRS cross bars – used to mount roof tents and other attachments - http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-roof-tent-adaptors (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-roof-tent-adaptors/)
221264 – XRS spare wheel holder - http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-spare-wheel-holder (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-spare-wheel-holder/)
224888 – XRS 20 ltr jerry can holder - http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-jerry-can-holder (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-jerry-can-holder/)
224150 – XRS folding awning brackets - http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-folding-awning-brackets-2 (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/xrs-folding-awning-brackets-2/)

Most customers also order between 6 and 12 stainless steel eye bolts (220615) to be used as lashing points.

What we need to do now is decide on what accessories we want. Personally, I'll order 3 sets of floors (to make a tropical roof) and one or two wheel carriers.

Have a think about it and let me know what accessories you reckon you'll want. Also let me know if you want to opt out so I can remove you from the spreadsheet. Remember, base your decision on the UK retail prices and that there is absolutely no commitment at this stage.

The timeline and procedures will go something like this:
1. Gather "interested" numbers including accessories (and other ProSpeed products for those interested)
2. Allow three weeks for this (Note, I'm leaving for Vietnam tomorrow for two weeks, so don't expect any responses from me until early November)
3. Confirm product and shipping prices so that each person knows exactly what their landed cost (in Melbourne) will be, subject only to exchange rate variations on the day of order.
4. When all costs (including insurance) are known, place a thread on the Group Buy section for a specific time period. Probably two weeks, but this will depend on ProSpeed's production schedule.
5. Confirm final pricing and take firm orders and deposit funds (probably in my company so I can issue receipts and handle GST etc). I would envision each person will pay the full amount within a small period (say 24 hours) so that the exchange rate variation between expected and actual will be minimal. My company's transfer payment to ProSpeed will be at the same time. Each person would need to be prepared to make up any difference as I would refund any difference. Note that I will be paying exactly the same price for my rack etc as everyone else.
6. We'll have a known landed date in Melbourne (late Q1 I would expect) at a yet to be determined location. Ideally the location will allow Melbourne based members to fit their racks on site to save further shipping costs. As I said earlier, I can probably get Sydney orders to Sydney for little additional cost, but orders elsewhere do present an issue. Those affected may have to use the AULRO courier service or arrange their own shipping.

So, the good news is that its highly likely you can get a ProSpeed rack for around the same price as they pay in the UK. The bad news is you'll have to wait a bit and there'll be a bit of mucking about.

[Russrobe]

Is this rack steel or aluminium? After 12 months of use and seeing how easily paint is chipped while strapping down various items I'd never have a full steel rack.

Love the Front Runner product, it's faultless.

[DieselLSE]

Is this rack steel or aluminium? After 12 months of use and seeing how easily paint is chipped while strapping down various items I'd never have a full steel rack.

Love the Front Runner product, it's faultless.

Material – high carbon steel with stainless steel bosses; Weight – 24 kgs in total; 3 stage powder coating for excellent corrosion resistance and self healing feature.
Land Rover Discovery 3 and 4 Roof Rack : ProSpeed (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/discovery-roof-rack/)

[Russrobe]

Material – high carbon steel with stainless steel bosses; Weight – 24 kgs in total; 3 stage powder coating for excellent corrosion resistance and self healing feature.
Land Rover Discovery 3 and 4 Roof Rack : ProSpeed (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/discovery-roof-rack/)Ahh ok. Was just reading a bunch of posts about rust leaking out of the tubes.

As everyone knows stainless still rusts eventually. Not ally though!https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/10/335.jpghttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/10/336.jpghttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/10/337.jpg


By all means though if you have a good reason to choose this option over the Front Runner then go for it.

ProSpeed did offer a refund or replacement to their credit.
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[DieselLSE]

Thanks for the feedback Russrobe. I can see the dates of the posts, but not the year. Is it 2017? In any event, this will need to be addressed to our satisfaction before I'll finalise a Group Buy.

[Russrobe]

Thanks for the feedback Russrobe. I can see the dates of the posts, but not the year. Is it 2017? In any event, this will need to be addressed to our satisfaction before I'll finalise a Group Buy.

Yes this year, this week, D3/4 owners FB page. Like I say though, it's just a down side to going any tube type steel construction. The only steel on the Front Runner being the flat bar makes it less prone to rust, and surface rust is easily treated. Unless the tube if perfectly welded with no drainage holes, you're going to get moisture on the non treated internals on a tube causing rust.

Also I've always been taught to never mix carbon and stainless, and although the coating is meant to prevent this contamination, it would want to remain perfect, which it probably won't if you plan to remove and refit this for tours as some people do.

Anyway, just a few key things to note really, I'm assuming you're mostly going for this rack for the looks of it? Which is fine, if you hate the Front Runner that much by all means...

"Paul Bannister (https://www.facebook.com/paul.bannister.3705?fref=ufi) Rick (https://www.facebook.com/rick.hynes.54?hc_location=ufi), my current one has been refurbed once - due to use, Raptor will be next when this current coating starts to give.

Like (https://www.facebook.com/groups/207921512745848/search/?query=Prospeed#)
· Reply (https://www.facebook.com/groups/207921512745848/search/?query=Prospeed#) · 10 October at 01:58 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/207921512745848/permalink/713360262201968/?comment_id=713672022170792&reply_comment_id=713804565490871&comment_tracking=%7B%22tn%22%3A%22R9%22%7D)"

I'd prefer to have an ally product which is equally as strong and doesn't require resprays to prevent rust dripping onto the roof but again, i'm a bit paranoid about rust and roofs, it's the spot I rarely see or check, and probably gets neglected more than the underbody in my maintenance.

[DieselLSE]

I'm assuming you're mostly going for this rack for the looks of it?

Not quite (I'm a function over form type person), but I do like the way it hugs the roof and actually sits lower than my current OEM roof racks! Also that its been exclusively designed for L3/4 so that it doesn't impact the GPS receiver. I intend to permanently mount the spare wheel (265/60/18 on Compomotive rim) so the lower the rack the better.
I have no problem with Front Runner, it just looks like it sits a bit higher than it needs to. I take your points re rust and materials etc. It's something to keep an eye on, but if manufactured and coated properly there shouldn't be a problem in our climate. Perhaps.

[Russrobe]

Not quite (I'm a function over form type person), but I do like the way it hugs the roof and actually sits lower than my current OEM roof racks! Also that its been exclusively designed for L3/4 so that it doesn't impact the GPS receiver. I intend to permanently mount the spare wheel (265/60/18 on Compomotive rim) so the lower the rack the better.
I have no problem with Front Runner, it just looks like it sits a bit higher than it needs to. I take your points re rust and materials etc. It's something to keep an eye on, but if manufactured and coated properly there shouldn't be a problem in our climate. Perhaps.

Hmm, I drove around with a 2nd spare on my roof rack for a while too, I found that the 30mm would make no difference, if you can't fit in a drive through or car park with the front runner and a spare wheel on top, you won't be doing it with this rack either. I haven't found a underground car park the Front Runner doesn't fit under at access height though, with no spare of course.

People have noted a difference in fuel saved on the ProSpeed, which if you drive down the freeway a lot without a load on could be a factor. Would have to do it a lot to justify the price difference though. Also if you don't plan on putting in the time to respray it yourself when it's due, it will most likely cost just as much as you save on fuel.

As you can see that last rack was showing rust after 7 weeks, check out the spots on this one that have had to be sanded back due to rust... Not sure of age though, nonetheless.
Last point, this guy makes about leaves and such getting stuck in that roof hugging wind deflector, made me think of the million bugs i wiped off the front of mine last week.

As other have said, with the negatives and positives most likely being on par, those being fuel saving vs. aluminium advantages, cost is going to be a big factor.

[2012 Lux]

I bought one about 15 months ago. Very happy with it, fit, finish etc. I had it sprayed with LineX as an option from Prospeed.
The finish is excellent and very robust to damage, wear etc.
I also bought 3 pairs of panels to cover entire rack. Cheaper to buy eye bolts here in Aus from any stainless supplier.
I was happy with dealings I had with Prospeed and entire process was simple.
I wish group buy had been organised then.
Anyway, just thought I’d put my 2 cents worth into this discussion.
Anyone want a closer look at a rack in Perth, PM me and we can sort it out.
Cheers T

[timax]

I bought one about 15 months ago. Very happy with it, fit, finish etc. I had it sprayed with LineX as an option from Prospeed.
The finish is excellent and very robust to damage, wear etc.
I also bought 3 pairs of panels to cover entire rack. Cheaper to buy eye bolts here in Aus from any stainless supplier.
I was happy with dealings I had with Prospeed and entire process was simple.
I wish group buy had been organised then.
Anyway, just thought I’d put my 2 cents worth into this discussion.
Anyone want a closer look at a rack in Perth, PM me and we can sort it out.
Cheers T
Just a question about the flat floor sections. Do they drain ok or do you find they just fill up with leaves and crud?

[Tombie]

So where is this at?

I’m looking to get the rack, floor panels, awning mounts and the front light bar (across windscreen)..

[2012 Lux]

Timax,
I've not found any issues with wind deflector collecting vegetation or drainage with the floor panels. The panels do hold water after being in the rain of course as they are a solid panel with small indentations for grip, however as soon as you drive off it drains away easily.
Ive also recently bought the fold down awning brackets and fitted a Foxwing awning onto them. They work a treat and fold down simply to keep the awning as flush as possible to the rack when travelling.

Cheers
T

[DieselLSE]

So where is this at?

I’m looking to get the rack, floor panels, awning mounts and the front light bar (across windscreen)..
I have one freight quote, but would like to get more and will work on this when I return from Vietnam on Friday. I also need to clarify the poor blog posts above with ProSpeed.
As things stand, this looks like a goer.

[Arcadian]

I’m keen, what’s the go? Timeline and cost!

[DieselLSE]

I’m keen, what’s the go? Timeline and cost!

Hi Arcadian,

Still working on freight. You'd think it would be a more competitive market, but I'm having trouble getting decent responses. As for timing, I'm still planning for end Q1 2018 delivery. ProSpeed have been great and I'm comfortable with the quality of their products. The issue above was resolved with the customer being offered a full refund, but opted for a replacement rack which they are delighted with.

[Tombie]

Excellent work DieselLSE...

I’m still committed to this.

[kreecha]

Would we be able to ask for the LineX coating, or is it powder-coated "one-in, all-in"?

[kreecha]

Excellent work DieselLSE...

I’m still committed to this.

Tombie, do you plan on picking the item up from where it lands in OZ, or will you get it freighted home?
I'd be interested in having a rack freighted to where you are as well for Dad to pickup for me. Maybe this could further reduce freight?

[Tombie]

Considering it’s only over to Melbourne by the look of it, I’d just drive over and collect it, fit it and drive home.

I’m pretty sure I could strap another (in its packaging) to the roof to get it back to SA if that would assist [emoji41]

[DieselLSE]

Would we be able to ask for the LineX coating, or is it powder-coated "one-in, all-in"?
That's my plan.

[Disco Driver]

G'day DieselLSE,
Not long found this thread and I was wondering where this is at? I'm interested in a rack with most likely 2x floor sections, possibly 2x wheel holders and whilst we're about it, the rear ladder.

Cheers,
Jayden

[DieselLSE]

G'day DieselLSE,
Not long found this thread and I was wondering where this is at? I'm interested in a rack with most likely 2x floor sections, possibly 2x wheel holders and whilst we're about it, the rear ladder.

Cheers,
Jayden
Hi Jayden,
I've run into a brick wall with freight costs. It's virtually just multiples of individual shipping. Still a work in progress I'm afraid.

[Tombie]

What about an AULRO container?
Everyone can chip in, could add what they want to it, and then we ship it to Australia...

[loanrangie]

What about an AULRO container?
Everyone can chip in, could add what they want to it, and then we ship it to Australia...
Sounds simple but believe me it isn't, multiple suppliers and multiple consignees .

[DieselLSE]

What about an AULRO container?
Everyone can chip in, could add what they want to it, and then we ship it to Australia...
I was thinking of mentioning this in response to Jayden, but didn't want to complicate the issue. As Loanrangie points out, I'll need to organise it myself so there's only one point of contact. Also, I'll need Prospeed to agree. What I'm looking at is hiring or buying a container, parking it at Prospeed or securely nearby and over a period of, say, 12 weeks, have it loaded with the Prospeed gear that members want (and will have paid me for at pre-determined prices) and make the remaining space available to members to have loaded up with virtually whatever they want. The upside is that all the paperwork would be centralised and all contents insured, but the downside is that any individual shipment that would have otherwise not been charged GST, will now certainly be charged as the shipment would be in my company's name and would be treated as a single shipment, not thirty or forty separate ones. It will also be tricky in apportioning shipping costs to the non-Prospeed items (of which an estimate of shipping will need to be paid to me in advance).
Also, it might turn out to be a better deal to buy the container and sell it afterwards here. I'd have to accept this at my risk, of course.
So, there's still a bit of stuffing around to get this to work.

[b.anzellotti]

I'd be in for a rack, short rails and 3 floor panels. with the line-x..

[DieselLSE]

I'd be in for a rack, short rails and 3 floor panels. with the line-x..
Thanks Brian. Note that you will need to source the Landrover short rails independently. Have PM'd you re shipping.

[2012 Lux]

Is this still going or has it not eventuated ?
Possibly another rack ladder roof panels here.
Cheers

[DieselLSE]

Is this still going or has it not eventuated ?
Possibly another rack ladder roof panels here.
Cheers
It will almost certainly happen. I've been a bit tied up with stuff and pulling my D4 apart to fit some bits and pieces. I have a shipping contact and I plan on spending some time on this over the next week.

[SeanC]

I am keen to get a rear ladder.

The ladder is £210 was quoted £175 shipping.

Hopefully with a group buy we can get the shipping down to something reasonable.

[MaybeDiscovery]

Hi DieselLSE,
I am pretty keen for a roof rack, ladder and a few other bits and pieces.

Hopefully it’s not too late?

[DieselLSE]

Hi DieselLSE,
I am pretty keen for a roof rack, ladder and a few other bits and pieces.

Hopefully it’s not too late?
Not at all, MaybeDiscovery. So far I have interest in 15 racks, so numbers are not a problem.

[Korgi]

I am keen to get a rear ladder.

The ladder is £210 was quoted £175 shipping.

Hopefully with a group buy we can get the shipping down to something reasonable.


I'd be interested in a ladder only as well, if that's possible.

[DieselLSE]

I'd be interested in a ladder only as well, if that's possible.
No probs. You're on the list. So is SeanC. Once the container is sorted and the group buy announced, I'll also make the remaining container space available for other Landrover items that need to be shipped from the UK.

[Johnhickey]

I’d like to add my name for a rack, 3 panels and ladder.
cheers

[Hoss]

I expressed interest earlier in thread. Please put me down for rack, ladder, cross bars, awning brackets. Cheers

[DieselLSE]

I expressed interest earlier in thread. Please put me down for rack, ladder, cross bars, awning brackets. Cheers

You were first on my spreadsheet, Hoss. If anyone has expressed an interest anywhere in the thread they are placed on the spreadsheet. Everyone on the spreadsheet will be PM'd once the group buy is established.

[SeanC]

I really wonder how shipping is calculated sometimes,

Received my GAP iiD BT, short factory rail and a few otheri tems.

It weighed almost 5kg the rails are a good 5 1/2 feet long and shipping cost £40.

The ladder weighs 5.5kg so with packaging 6.5kg. It is shorter than the rails but a bit wider and was quoted £175 because it was such a large item.

Over 4 times as much for shipping????

[Korgi]

I'd be interested in a ladder only as well, if that's possible.

If possible, could I add a rack to the ladder EOI as well? In essence, the "Essential Raptor roof rack package" on the Prospeed website.

[emilysdad]

I have a rear ladder (standard gloss black) brand new in the box that I will not be using if anyone is interested? Located in Essendon, Melb - purchase price with shipping is a sill 410 pounds... I'd take $500 picked up, happy to help with courier if need be. It is in the box that ProSpeed sent it in and a very nice box it is (so it should be for the shipping charges)!

[SeanC]

Any update?

[Tombie]

I have a rear ladder (standard gloss black) brand new in the box that I will not be using if anyone is interested? Located in Essendon, Melb - purchase price with shipping is a sill 410 pounds... I'd take $500 picked up, happy to help with courier if need be. It is in the box that ProSpeed sent it in and a very nice box it is (so it should be for the shipping charges)!

Can you find out a price to post/freight to 5600 (Whyalla SA)...

Cheers

[DieselLSE]

Any update?

I know this is a bit like "Waiting for Godot" but our shipping contact is trying to coordinate a container for us. Once I have firm dates we can go live.

[SeanC]

Thanks for the update.

[emilysdad]

Can you find out a price to post/freight to 5600 (Whyalla SA)...

Cheers

Will do and PM you.

[Case]

Hi Folks,

is it too late to get in on this?

[DieselLSE]

Hi Folks,

is it too late to get in on this?
Nup. In New Zealand now and will make contact with our shipping contact tomorrow. ProSpeed have also suggested a palletised option. Shipping costs still seem prohibitive but I'm hoping to have a plan together late April.

[DieselLSE]

Shipping arrangements and final price estimates are close to being finalised. Perhaps as soon as next Wednesday (two days after Easter). If not, then about two weeks later as I'll be hiking and touring in South Island NZ and mostly out of contact.
At this stage we are looking at a 20’ container, but a 40’ container will only attract a marginal cost increase, so the more people who order products, the less each will pay for shipping.
Currently, the one-off shipping for one rack alone is £525 ($960). With the Group Buy, I can’t see this being any more than $546 (for the rack and all your rack accessories as well). It may turn out to be much less. This is based on an order for 20 racks.
As the shipping of the container is a fixed cost, virtually any item you need to import from the UK can be included (subject to approval from ProSpeed as they will have to load it).
I have prepared documentation explaining the Group Buy including Questions and Answers, plus an Order Form in Excel.
I am looking for some members who intend buying a rack to test the spreadsheet for me over the next few days. If you have the time and user acceptance testing skills to do this, please PM me. Two or three people should be plenty.
Once UAT'ing is complete, I'll send Order Forms and documentation out to everyone who has expressed interest in a rack and set up a Group Buy in the correct section.

[DieselLSE]

We have secured special AULRO pricing from ProSpeed for all of their products except wheels.
We have also found a freight forwarder who is providing us with excellent shipping costs that are literally half of that demanded by the major shipping companies.
The snapshot is that ProSpeed will live load our container with their goods and any other goods that have been shipped to them for loading (conditions apply). The container will be sealed and we will live unload it.
The only downside is that it will take at least 43 days for the container to leave ProSpeed and arrive in Melbourne.
ProSpeed has also agreed to load for us virtually any other UK Landrover related item that members wish to import. So if you have been wanting to import something, but have baulked at the transport cost, this could be your opportunity.
A Group Buy has been set up in the Group Buy section, but I'll monitor both threads for questions.
Please read the attached document.
An Excel order form is also attached.

[LRD414]

Well done and I'm sure a lot of people will jump on board.

Now that this Group Buy is proceeding detailed correspondence should be restricted to its thread here:
- Container of ProSpeed items and other UK imports (https://www.aulro.com/afvb/group-buy/260586-container-prospeed-items-other-uk-imports.html)

Cheers,
Scott

[Disco Driver]

Good on you Don, mammoth effort that no doubt you've put in. Well done. I'll look at the Group Buy now...

[DieselLSE]

Well done and I'm sure a lot of people will jump on board.

Now that this Group Buy is proceeding detailed correspondence should be restricted to its thread here:
- Container of ProSpeed items and other UK imports (https://www.aulro.com/afvb/group-buy/260586-container-prospeed-items-other-uk-imports.html)

Cheers,
Scott

Ack.

[LRD414]

Now that this Group Buy is proceeding detailed correspondence should be restricted to its thread here:
- Container of ProSpeed items and other UK imports (https://www.aulro.com/afvb/group-buy/260586-container-prospeed-items-other-uk-imports.html)
A reminder in case some less frequent readers were unaware of this great initiative.

- Container of ProSpeed items and other UK imports (https://www.aulro.com/afvb/group-buy/260586-container-prospeed-items-other-uk-imports.html)

Scott

[DieselLSE]

Today was to be the closing date for this group buy Land Rover Discovery 3 and 4 Roof Rack : ProSpeed (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/discovery-roof-rack/), but of the 17 members who expressed interest in this thread, only three have actually placed an order. I need at least 15 rack orders to make this viable.
I have received some interest in non ProSpeed items, but nothing definite yet and not enough to help subsidise the container.
I suspect the reluctance to place orders is due to:
1. Difficulty in sourcing short rails for those who don't already have them (ProSpeed racks require Landrover short rails to be fitted)
and/or
2. Lack of clear freight, customs and GST costs in the spreadsheet.
I accept that it's not easy to place an order when you're not sure of the final price. The irony being that the more people who order, the cheaper the freight costs will be per order as the container is a fixed cost.
But if short rails or vague costing is preventing you from placing an order, please let me know. I will follow up on short rails during the week and I'm prepared to clarify costings if this is required from genuine buyers.
I won't set a new closing date just yet, but suffice to say if the buy is not viable in a few weeks then I'll cancel it.
Land Rover Discovery 3 and 4 Roof Rack : ProSpeed (http://prospeed-group.co.uk/product/discovery-roof-rack/)

[Tombie]

Apologies. I’ve been in a small predicament recently with finding work.

[Case]

Hi, Im still keen if available, apologies for not getting back sooner i have sent you a PM

[DieselLSE]

A total of five members have placed orders for ProSpeed Racks and accessories and there's a sixth order pending. This is after an initial 17 expressions of interest.
As we can no longer justify a full container I have spent the past few weeks trying to reduce shipping costs. As you'd expect there's not much wriggle room and the costs of shipping 5 racks is over 50% of the cost of 20!
The net effect is that those who have placed orders are considering whether or not to absorb the additional $300 or so in shipping costs or cancel their order.
All is not lost and I'm still tracking down a shipping deal.
So there's still time to get in on the ProSpeed Group Buy if you're interested. Remember, ProSpeed is offering us 20% off their racks and if we get few more on board, total shipping costs could be as low as $546 per rack.
Download the Order Form (see above) and have a look.

[DieselLSE]

Just to round this thread off. The original aim in post #1 was to land ProSpeed gear in Australia for as near as dammit to the UK Retail price. I currently have six orders, so this means that a rack with two rows of floors and a spare wheel carrier that is priced ex factory (direct pick up - no shipping) in the UK at £1,136 (around A$2,050) can be available to AULRO members for around $2.3k to $2.4k fully shipped to Melbourne. If you allow for internal UK shipping, the gap is even less.
If we had enough orders for a container, the savings would be even greater, but nevertheless, this AULRO buy is still a great deal.
There's still time to jump on board if you want, but the order will be placed this week.

[DieselLSE]

After over a year of organising the Group Buy, the ProSpeed racks for Discovery 3 & 4 are now here. Paid orders are in the process of being collected or delivered and all those who expressed an interest have been PM'd and further orders taken. All that remains are Four Racks (and enough floors to match), three Wheel Holders and two ladders. Landrover SHORT rails are required to fit the rack and I have two sets available (but I can get another two for the same price).
Head over to the For Sale section at https://www.aulro.com/afvb/body-and-external-accessories-for-sale/266637-d3-4-new-prospeed-racks-accessories.html#post2858293 for the prices and an order form.