Autoparts Dealers Re shipping • The Dodge Challenger Message Board

by **RedRaven** » 09 Jul 2008 20:16

Hey guys,
What do we think of these fellas....I know Dave is a bit weary of some of the suppliers because of the guage of metal used. But they look decent enough.

Hear is a random example.

http://www.jimsautoparts.com/body_parts ... 20quarters

by **dave-r** » 09 Jul 2008 20:55

There are only two or maybe three people making the panels.
Jims is not one of them. They are just a supplier.

I think Jims is the one we avoid because of discrepancies with the price advertised and the price they actually charge you?

Is that right guys?

by **RedRaven** » 09 Jul 2008 21:01

Is there really a big difference in price Dave, some tidy pieces there that I could do with, I reckon there are skins and patches that I could afford instead of a hole 4 X 1/4 replacement. Just under the rear windscreen needs to be replaced I think they do that also.

by **fbernard** » 09 Jul 2008 22:38

dave-r wrote:Is that right guys?

Actually, if my memory is correct, we used to steer well away from Jim's because they started the trend of having huge S&H fees, taking several weeks to ship, and having poor customer service.
But I guess those twists of fate are available from other suppliers as well now...

What they are selling looks like Goodmark parts, there's a new kid on the block called Auto Metal Direct which also manufactures replacement sheetmetal.
Just about every Mopar parts dealer (including Mopar themselves for the 'Authentic Restoration' parts) sells these.

Check out their catalog : http://www.goodmarkindustries.com/www/X ... _Mopar.pdf

and
http://www.autometaldirect.com/listing. ... pageid=119
(I think they have the deck filler you want : http://www.autometaldirect.com/listing. ... pageid=119 )
and buy from whomever you fancy.

by **Eddie** » 10 Jul 2008 11:07

I have heard about Jims through various sites. I have never dealt with them. I have to say that my findings on them reflect what Fabian has stated. Beware! :lol:

by **Jon** » 10 Jul 2008 16:02

What bothers me is they won't quote shipping thus the final price of the purchase. You give them your credit card number and wait to see what it cost on your next statement. :s001:

by **RedRaven** » 10 Jul 2008 16:18

Jon wrote: You give them your credit card number and wait to see what it cost on your next statement.

Well f&*k That for a game of cards I aint buying into that!! :disbelief:

by **fbernard** » 10 Jul 2008 18:34

RedRaven wrote:
Jon wrote: You give them your credit card number and wait to see what it cost on your next statement.

Well f&*k That for a game of cards I aint buying into that!!

I just bought a set of slicks for a friend at Jeg's (that's for Santa Pod :wink:

). As would be expected, the shipping fee is outrageous, but at least, I saw it before I gave my card number....

by **Jon** » 11 Jul 2008 4:11

From what I see many dealers have the part sent directly from their suppliers. They don't know what will be charged either until that particular order is placed. YO will quote shipping but pads a bit to cover IMO.

by **eboy** » 17 Jul 2008 0:33

JIMS WILL

YOU.......these guys have come ecomended but I have yet to do business with
http://www.autobodyspecialt.com/

by **dave-r** » 17 Jul 2008 8:07

Did you all hear about Laysons?

http://www.komonews.com/news/25455904.h ... eo=YHI&t=a

http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index ... 354.0.html

He was going to come to our EuroNats but probably not now I would expect. :roll:

by **fbernard** » 17 Jul 2008 9:57

dave-r wrote:Did you all hear about Laysons?

http://www.komonews.com/news/25455904.h ... eo=YHI&t=a

http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index ... 354.0.html

He was going to come to our EuroNats but probably not now I would expect.

Read about it on that other Mopar forum... Looks like there are still some cowboys out there!

by **Eddie** » 17 Jul 2008 10:53

Ha, serves him right! Glad I never bought anything from him! :thumbsup:

Too bad someone will probably buy his whole lot and in a few years,.... N.O.S, cache found in abandoned Detroit Warehouse..Collectors re-joice!! :lol:

by **rtse4406pack** » 17 Jul 2008 13:47

i caught the tail end of the fiasco,apperently he took a lot of cash orders from guys that pre ordered parts with free shipping with orders over $300.
so you can imagine how many guys where out from that cash !

it sure sent a message at the carlisle show saying not to mess with mother MOPAR ! :thumbsup:

by **Adrian Worman** » 17 Jul 2008 20:30

Hi ya mates
Amazed about the response to Jims Auto Parts. Been using them for about 15 years on and off and pretty happy with the results. Had to wait 8 weeks for a set of shocks once, but its usually on my door in 4 to 5 days.
Shame cos they got really good deal on a pair of chrome bumpers on the web site. Now you've put me off. What about Challenger Classics, do they still exist?
Adrian

by **JackT** » 18 Jul 2008 19:30

I bought a couple of repop Challenger script front fender emblems from Laysons and they didn't fit the holes in the stock fenders. Tried to return 'em and they wouldn't take 'em..... as for Layson's arrest, sooner or later, kharma will pay you a visit!