Buying MLs as a Canadian
As a fellow Canadian, I"ve bought probably 30+ audio items from the U.S. (including ascents, logos, and Theater!) and understand some of your reservations. A most concerning observation that I and a number of US counterparts I've interacted with have indicated is that Canadian buyers or sellers are generally more difficult to deal with than U.S.
I don't know why or want to start a heated issue, its just an observation. Catalogue ordering, net purchasing is just much more established in the U.S. Pehaps its just an educational thing. What I'm saying is don't discount a US purchase.
Made in US and Used can result in minimal duties. Remember you already save 15% GST/PST. Exchange rates are better than ever for Canadians. So really incorporate this in the prices you tend to see of US vs Cda.
Look at some California sales which may reduce shipping. Get the Zip codes and check for yourself based on weight and size the costs of shipping. Consider a weekend drive, if you've the car size. Computed all in, I drove 8 hours to pick up my fronts brand new at over $1000 less than cheapest Canadian price, all duties, travel costs, minivan rental. It's about whether you don't mind the time, better yet bundle it in with a partial vacation.
Audiogon is great. Just be patient ensure you have a reliable seller, transact accordingly. Good luck
As a fellow Canadian, I"ve bought probably 30+ audio items from the U.S. (including ascents, logos, and Theater!) and understand some of your reservations. A most concerning observation that I and a number of US counterparts I've interacted with have indicated is that Canadian buyers or sellers are generally more difficult to deal with than U.S.
I don't know why or want to start a heated issue, its just an observation. Catalogue ordering, net purchasing is just much more established in the U.S. Pehaps its just an educational thing. What I'm saying is don't discount a US purchase.
Made in US and Used can result in minimal duties. Remember you already save 15% GST/PST. Exchange rates are better than ever for Canadians. So really incorporate this in the prices you tend to see of US vs Cda.
Look at some California sales which may reduce shipping. Get the Zip codes and check for yourself based on weight and size the costs of shipping. Consider a weekend drive, if you've the car size. Computed all in, I drove 8 hours to pick up my fronts brand new at over $1000 less than cheapest Canadian price, all duties, travel costs, minivan rental. It's about whether you don't mind the time, better yet bundle it in with a partial vacation.
Audiogon is great. Just be patient ensure you have a reliable seller, transact accordingly. Good luck
