Large items

[we-5966]

How would you go about shipping a large item? like car seats for example .

[soh.maryl]

Your listing states "pickup only".  Why not stick to that? 

[a_c_green]

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@we-5966 wrote:

How would you go about shipping a large item? like car seats for example .

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I wouldn't dream of it. The Shipping expense alone would deter buyers, and if it arrived damaged, you would be on the hook for a full refund, regardless of whether you wanted to pay extra to have it shipped back to you. Local Pickup Only.

[inhawaii]

I wouldn't.  I wouldn't sell them on ebay.  Ebay is better suited for smaller, lighter items that ship easily.

[1tuna]

there are quite a few sellers on here who appear to run auto graveyards/junkyards

I used to go to Lou`s in Wllow Grove PA back in the 70`s and enjoyed it immensley

looking for those silver coins in the back seat crevices and gloveboxes was so much fun

auto parts dealer have to ship bulky items and I am sure that could give you the skinny on it.

[toysaver]

TBTS to big tio ship. 

Ten years ago it would not have been a problem but with the flood of shipping, dimensional weight and higher costs it's not practical.

[chapeau-noir]

I knew someone who used to sell meteorites and they used freight options.  I'd also sell local pickup, though.

[kensgiftshop]

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@1tuna wrote:

there are quite a few sellers on here who appear to run auto graveyards/junkyards

I used to go to Lou`s in Wllow Grove PA back in the 70`s and enjoyed it immensley

looking for those silver coins in the back seat crevices and gloveboxes was so much fun

auto parts dealer have to ship bulky items and I am sure that could give you the skinny on it.

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I had an uncle that owned a salvage yard and he kept me hooked up with transmissions through my teen years.

[dryophelia]

@we-5966 

Imagine the scenario… the buyer files an item not as described and you get to pay return shipping. That was not likely factored in to your original pricing. 

If it’s listed with local pick up only, do not veer from that. 

[lightlily_arts]

The problem is that car seat is quite large and heavy.  The dimensions means that it would be an oversize package and subject to additional charges DIMM weight calculation.  This is the reason to avoid shipping packages where the dimensions exceed 12" on all sides.  Oversize package pricing is determined by:

Multiply the length by the width by the height to obtain the cubic inches.  To obtain the dimensional weight in pounds, divide the cubic inch result by 166.  To obtain the dimensional weight in kilograms, divide the cubic inch result by 366  (cm).

Oversize items are usually better sold with local pickup.

[wastingtime101]

I just deleted my entire post because I see this is a seat for a sedan, not one of those baby car seats. Ha. I would stick to local pickup, but there is a Motors board if you want to ask the experts over there.

[santamonicajeweler]

UPS

For fast, on time and better handling

Packaging Type

Packaging options may include:

• Pallet: Cargo secured to a shipping pallet
• UPS 10 KG Box: 16.5in x 13.25in x 10.75in (42cm x 34cm x 27cm); weight limit 22lbs/10kg
• UPS 25 KG Box: 19.75in x 17.75in x 13.25in (50cm x 45cm x 34cm); weight limit 55lbs/25kg
• UPS Express Box - Small: 13in x 11in x 2in
• UPS Express Box - Medium: 16in x 11in x 3in
• UPS Express Box - Large: 18in x 13in x 3in; weight limit 30lbs
• UPS PAK: Padded, secure, or watertight boxes for sensitive or regulated items; size varies
• UPS Tube: Triangular tube for rolled papers; 38in x 6in x 6in (96.5cm x 15cm x 15cm)
• Other Packaging: Your own container
• UPS Letter: 12.5-15in x 9.5in (31.75-38cm x 24cm)

Just fill out the dimensions of the package on your shipping venue and add another $15, handling cost, for your box cost, wraping material and possible insurance coverage. I will insure my packages for sure, in case of damages or loss. Remember to mark your packages "Fragile" 

Magically, they never get lost or damaged 

You're only getting local customers with local pickup, open the world for yourself. I would signup with GSP too, shipping to Canada and Mexico. There are no Customs Fees for buyers due to USMCA. For other countries check restrictions on your products  

[buyselljack2016]

UPS  freight

greyhound freight