posted on February 6, 2001 07:53:06 PM new
I've never used UPS before, but a buyer insisted I use it (although not til after he won the auction, grrr), so I think fine, whatever, how hard could it be? I go to the web site, type in the info and it lists the price as $22.87!! This is for a small envelope (6"x9" going to Mexico City, Mexico which would be $1.60 USPS airmail.
Does anyone use UPS often? This amount seems very high for me, and I really don't want to use it but the bidder must have his UPS.
Any help or past experiences shared would be appreciated!
posted on February 6, 2001 08:07:31 PM new
That particular amount jives with UPS Office. A one pound pack, DFW to mexico goes for $33.50.
I have had international bidders insist on a particular service even though the cost was astronomical IMO. I had a guy demand DHL even though I do not have a DHL account/discount and it cost $100+ more to ship it on DHL rather than USPS. I had another guy specify fedex to Mexico at nearly triple the cost of USPS.
I always give them a quote and let them decide. Be sure to factor in an amount for time spent as needed. I added an extra $10 for the DHL box since I had to make a special trip across town to the drop box. As long as they are willing to pay, I will send it in whatever method they desire. It's their money!
posted on February 6, 2001 08:54:26 PM new
thanks for the info. it is their money, but it feels so wrong to spend that much to mail! lol! And the item is only about $5, so they're spending 4-5 times more to ship it. yikes!
going to Mexico City, Mexico which would be $1.60 USPS airmail.