VAG Com Purchase

cheezemonkhai · 18-03-2008, 16:18

Do the guys at VAG COM give any discount codes etc (eg 5% off) off for brisky members?

If the answer to this is a no, then would they perhaps entertain a group buy?

Ta

Gizmo68 · 18-03-2008, 16:22

Not sure about discount, but i don't think so.

Group buy?................. UK-MKIVS did a GB for them, but there's the problem they needed to order 200!

However if you were to organize a GB and threw it open to other VAG forums, i dare say you might just get enough people to make it viable.

Uwe@Ross-Tech · 19-03-2008, 00:41

If we give a discount to members of one forum, soon the members of every forum will be clamoring for the same discount, and then we'll be giving everybody a discount.

Think about it this way: With the dollar being so weak now, you're already getting a good discount (compared to people who bought in the past).

-Uwe-

Lummox · 19-03-2008, 06:36

Very true, I was very happy with my purchase direct from Ross-Tech, very quick delivery.

**VRStu** · 19-03-2008, 08:15

I too ordered directly from the US, the USD wasn't quite so good but it was still cheaper than here.

WW_VRS · 19-03-2008, 08:39

Ditto

- and it is worth every penny/dollar

- especially if you have anything 'tweaked' on your car, or just want to be able to help out a few mates, it works and works well, and in my case I've had some other car-related favours in return that effectively saved me the money back already (many times over). Also capability to reset service indicator and do a few comfort-options is awesome

***DGW*** · 19-03-2008, 09:09

I bought a HEX-USB+CAN interface too direct from Ross-Tech for use with my Octavia but have since used it to good effect on my Felicia and Fabia. On the latter I have disabled single key unlock, set beep on lock, and increased the weight of the power steering. Out of curiosity I also cross-checked the mileometer reading with the mileage stored in the engine ECU. My son is a frequent user of the interface lead not only for his Audi S3, but for an increasing number of friends either with VAG cars or who are looking at ones to buy.

Tom_vRS · 19-03-2008, 10:15

Mark if it helps, perhaps a few of us could get together and atleast save on postage by having it delivered to one address? Just an idea.

dan_the_v8man · 20-03-2008, 11:21

whats the price on them by the way?

cheezemonkhai · 20-03-2008, 13:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom_vRS

Mark if it helps, perhaps a few of us could get together and atleast save on postage by having it delivered to one address? Just an idea.

Now that does sound like a plan.

A few of the relatives have various MK IV and MK V derrived cars plus some mates so I think the thing is a bit of a money saver anyway. I just thought there was no harm in asking.

Don't suppose the guys at Ross-Tech know how much it would be to ship say 10 of the items to the UK compared to 1. If the shipping cost wasn't much more for 10, then as Tom said we could distribute them at our end.

Failing that you will probably have an order coming your way as I'm far to lazy to go read the specs for ODBII and try make my own cabling plus software tool

bearthebruce · 20-03-2008, 13:23

The shipping for 10 units (5 lbs) would be about $87. Shipping on one unit is running about $45 right now. We only ship FedEx priority service as it is the only service we have found that reliably delivers product to our customer. We've tried them all and FedEx has the least problem. They also are the most pricey. :-(

Remember, who ever receives the goods will also have to pay the queen her 19% or whatever it is. We have no control over that. So, you will have shipping plus taxes to reconcile.

cheezemonkhai · 20-03-2008, 13:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by bearthebruce

The shipping for 10 units (5 lbs) would be about $87. Shipping on one unit is running about $45 right now. We only ship FedEx priority service as it is the only service we have found that reliably delivers product to our customer. We've tried them all and FedEx has the least problem. They also are the most pricey. :-(

Remember, who ever receives the goods will also have to pay the queen her 19% or whatever it is. We have no control over that. So, you will have shipping plus taxes to reconcile.

Bleeding import duty hey

Well Tom, if you want to do a bulk order then speak up and I'll sit on the list, if not I'll have a chat with family and order one soon.

Effectily by ordering 10 you are paying 1/5th of the postage.

Tom_vRS · 20-03-2008, 15:04

Hmmm, let me think about it. Seems like a lot of hassle organising a GB to save a fiver!!!

Tom_vRS · 20-03-2008, 15:14

Seems it works out about £235 in total to import a single unit including postage and import duty! Doesn't seem that unreasonable when you consider its £259.99 delivered from Gendan...

**VRStu** · 20-03-2008, 18:29

You will each save approximately £10 on top of your calculations.

When Fedex send you the good news about the import duty they also add in a further £12 or so for their own expenses. One parcel = One fee.

However you have to factor in the distribution costs this end.

Lummox · 20-03-2008, 18:43

Easy made the money back on mine, remember dont do anything for free, its cost you so charge!

cheezemonkhai · 20-03-2008, 23:10

Well I just feel bad asking people if they mind tweaking something from time to time and also need to do bits.

Still I think while the $->£ is good no is a good time to acquire.

Lummox · 20-03-2008, 23:16

Yeah but I remember a while back Tom did a fair bit for someone, used his VAG COM and did some other bits and the guy just pissed off without even offering him a drink. Bare faced cheak. I charge fair rates, the odd freebie for mates if it gets me something (bengie would add something here if he was online).

Time is money.

**VRStu** · 20-03-2008, 23:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by cheezemonkhai

Well I just feel bad asking people if they mind tweaking something from time to time and also need to do bits.

Still I think while the $->£ is good no is a good time to acquire.

I was all set to sort yours out last weekend and you disappeared.

Tom_vRS · 21-03-2008, 00:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lummox

Yeah but I remember a while back Tom did a fair bit for someone, used his VAG COM and did some other bits and the guy just pissed off without even offering him a drink. Bare faced cheak. I charge fair rates, the odd freebie for mates if it gets me something (bengie would add something here if he was online).

Time is money.

Yeah, not wrong there. Another guy borrowed the lappy for 6 weeks and just left it under the car when he came back and didn't even knock on the door!!!

18-03-2008, 16:18	#1
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 13,915 Thanks: 77 Thanked 352 Times in 326 Posts	VAG Com Purchase Do the guys at VAG COM give any discount codes etc (eg 5% off) off for brisky members? If the answer to this is a no, then would they perhaps entertain a group buy? Ta __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

18-03-2008, 16:22	#2
Gizmo68 Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hawkinge Kent Posts: 1,123 Thanks: 12 Thanked 57 Times in 56 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Not sure about discount, but i don't think so. Group buy?................. UK-MKIVS did a GB for them, but there's the problem they needed to order 200! However if you were to organize a GB and threw it open to other VAG forums, i dare say you might just get enough people to make it viable.

19-03-2008, 00:41	#3
Uwe@Ross-Tech Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 114 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase If we give a discount to members of one forum, soon the members of every forum will be clamoring for the same discount, and then we'll be giving everybody a discount. Think about it this way: With the dollar being so weak now, you're already getting a good discount (compared to people who bought in the past). -Uwe-

19-03-2008, 06:36	#4
Lummox Hairy Yeti Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 21,403 Thanks: 19 Thanked 573 Times in 501 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Very true, I was very happy with my purchase direct from Ross-Tech, very quick delivery. __________________ Unit 18 now open Servicing, repairs, modifications you name it we do it. Cupra console bushes at special price, PM for a very competitive quote.

19-03-2008, 08:15	#5
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,815 Thanks: 90 Thanked 859 Times in 774 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase I too ordered directly from the US, the USD wasn't quite so good but it was still cheaper than here. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

19-03-2008, 08:39	#6
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,733 Thanks: 44 Thanked 68 Times in 59 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Ditto - and it is worth every penny/dollar - especially if you have anything 'tweaked' on your car, or just want to be able to help out a few mates, it works and works well, and in my case I've had some other car-related favours in return that effectively saved me the money back already (many times over). Also capability to reset service indicator and do a few comfort-options is awesome __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there)

19-03-2008, 09:09	#7
*DGW* BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cambridgeshire Posts: 17,038 Thanks: 45 Thanked 153 Times in 115 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase I bought a HEX-USB+CAN interface too direct from Ross-Tech for use with my Octavia but have since used it to good effect on my Felicia and Fabia. On the latter I have disabled single key unlock, set beep on lock, and increased the weight of the power steering. Out of curiosity I also cross-checked the mileometer reading with the mileage stored in the engine ECU. My son is a frequent user of the interface lead not only for his Audi S3, but for an increasing number of friends either with VAG cars or who are looking at ones to buy. __________________ Denis 2002 Octavia 1.8T 4X4 turbo Estate - rebreathed on by Jabba ... 31.93mpg 2007 Fabia vRS - CC, ESP, Jabba rear ARB, and full leather trim by Seat Surgeons ...48.01 mpg...

19-03-2008, 10:15	#8
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 10,788 Thanks: 573 Thanked 362 Times in 244 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Mark if it helps, perhaps a few of us could get together and atleast save on postage by having it delivered to one address? Just an idea. __________________ 97/R BMW 328i in Boston Green. << Clickable for boring info. My Journal

20-03-2008, 11:21	#9
dan_the_v8man Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sheffield Posts: 321 Thanks: 15 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase whats the price on them by the way?

20-03-2008, 13:23	#11
bearthebruce Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 53 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase The shipping for 10 units (5 lbs) would be about $87. Shipping on one unit is running about $45 right now. We only ship FedEx priority service as it is the only service we have found that reliably delivers product to our customer. We've tried them all and FedEx has the least problem. They also are the most pricey. :-( Remember, who ever receives the goods will also have to pay the queen her 19% or whatever it is. We have no control over that. So, you will have shipping plus taxes to reconcile. __________________ -Bruce- Ross-Tech, LLC bruce@Ross-Tech.com

20-03-2008, 15:04	#13
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 10,788 Thanks: 573 Thanked 362 Times in 244 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Hmmm, let me think about it. Seems like a lot of hassle organising a GB to save a fiver!!! __________________ 97/R BMW 328i in Boston Green. << Clickable for boring info. My Journal

20-03-2008, 15:14	#14
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 10,788 Thanks: 573 Thanked 362 Times in 244 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Seems it works out about £235 in total to import a single unit including postage and import duty! Doesn't seem that unreasonable when you consider its £259.99 delivered from Gendan... __________________ 97/R BMW 328i in Boston Green. << Clickable for boring info. My Journal

20-03-2008, 18:29	#15
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,815 Thanks: 90 Thanked 859 Times in 774 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase You will each save approximately £10 on top of your calculations. When Fedex send you the good news about the import duty they also add in a further £12 or so for their own expenses. One parcel = One fee. However you have to factor in the distribution costs this end. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

20-03-2008, 18:43	#16
Lummox Hairy Yeti Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 21,403 Thanks: 19 Thanked 573 Times in 501 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Easy made the money back on mine, remember dont do anything for free, its cost you so charge! __________________ Unit 18 now open Servicing, repairs, modifications you name it we do it. Cupra console bushes at special price, PM for a very competitive quote.

20-03-2008, 23:10	#17
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 13,915 Thanks: 77 Thanked 352 Times in 326 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Well I just feel bad asking people if they mind tweaking something from time to time and also need to do bits. Still I think while the $->£ is good no is a good time to acquire. __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

20-03-2008, 23:16	#18
Lummox Hairy Yeti Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 21,403 Thanks: 19 Thanked 573 Times in 501 Posts	Re: VAG Com Purchase Yeah but I remember a while back Tom did a fair bit for someone, used his VAG COM and did some other bits and the guy just pissed off without even offering him a drink. Bare faced cheak. I charge fair rates, the odd freebie for mates if it gets me something (bengie would add something here if he was online). Time is money. __________________ Unit 18 now open Servicing, repairs, modifications you name it we do it. Cupra console bushes at special price, PM for a very competitive quote.

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