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How do I know the weight of big Ebay item for courier?
Norma_Desmond
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I'm looking for courier quotes for an antique coffee table I want to buy from an Ebay seller and the actual dimensions are no problem; approx. 110cm length x 50cm width x 40cm depth, but all the companies I've tried want to know the weight too........
Where do I go from here?
Where do I go from here?
"I'm ready for my close-up Mr. DeMille...."
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Ask the seller? They deem him their worst enemy who tells them the truth. -- Plato0
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If I was the seller, I'd stand on the scales without and then with the coffee table - assuming it's not MONSTROUSLY heavy of course :eek: And then add a couple of kg to make sure that it wasn't overweight for someone booking a courier.They deem him their worst enemy who tells them the truth. -- Plato0
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Unfortunately I think it will be too heavy to weigh like this- it's solid rosewood and a real beast.
Think I may have to give up the idea of buying it; I had one quote from Abbey Antiques who advertise on Ebay (they look at the actual auction) and it was nearly £100 :eek:"I'm ready for my close-up Mr. DeMille...."0 -
Have a look at this site, for getting quotes from couriers: http://www.shiply.com/
You can just link in the eBay item and the courier will price accordingly.0 -
Have a look at this site, for getting quotes from couriers: http://www.shiply.com/
You can just link in the eBay item and the courier will price accordingly.
The weight though is obligatory, so OP can't use the site for a quote.I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.0 -
Well you have to assume that it weighs over 30kg, which is the normal upper limit. Why not call a courier company and ask them. I use http://www.apc-overnight.com/ and although not the cheapest I find them very good.0
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Thanks very much! I've filled in the Shiply form and am awaiting quotes!
Serves me right for living in the middle of nowhere!"I'm ready for my close-up Mr. DeMille...."0 -
Bet you live somewhere really nice though! :beer:0
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I do, Flipper! The only time it's a pain is when you have a 30 mile round-trip to the nearest big supermarket......or have to get a courier quote!
"I'm ready for my close-up Mr. DeMille...."0
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