To give potential customers like you a deeper appreciation of our procedures, here are some example customer email conversations during the restoration and shipping of the customer's scooters (for each customer the most recent emails are at the top, to ensure privacy identifying info has been deleted).

Select a customer to link to their first email and then scroll upwards to read the conversation.

Marie is an Australian customer.
George is a Greek, EU customer.

This is the most recent email. Click the link above to see their first email.

Marie, 21 June

I dont think they would let you open the box at the port. So you would need a vehicle to put the box on. You may also need to pay for their forklift to help. If you make any booboos you may have to pay $50 per day storage fees while they are being sorted out... I tend to think an agent is worth it... first time doing it. But if you research it thoroughly you could do it yourself...

You are welcome.
Sapoty

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Hi there Sapoty, 21 June
All looks good to me,

Do you think I can pick this up myself or do
I have to use an Agent?

Thanks so much,
Marie

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Hi Marie, 20 June

attached shipping docs
pls check & confirm asap then we will send on Tuesday. This scooter will arrive June 30th 2009
thanks
Sapoty

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Dear Marie, 5June

Please see attached your scooter being packed ready for shipping. Please confirm that it is as you expected. If you ordered mirrors, they are in the glovebox.
In about one week will be emailing you copies of the shipping documents for your records and approval. Then we will dispatch the original documents to you by international courier.
IMPORTANT: READ & UNDERSTAND OUR PAGE ON 'RUNNING IN' BEFORE YOU RIDE YOUR SCOOTER.
http://www.vespas.biz/running-in.htm
It is Very Important that you take care with the fuel-oil mixture you use.
Your scooter may have a rust-proof coating on it for protection during shipping. Parts of the scooter may have a dull or blotchy appearance. On arrival you can remove the coating using a solvent.
Kind Regards
Sapoty Brook
http://www.vespas.biz

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Marie, 1 June

Payment received thanks. We will ship on Friday and we will have shipping docs ready about a week after that.
thanks,
Sapoty

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Hi there Sapoty, 30 May
I have transfered the balance of payment (yesterday- Friday) so you should see it soon, I'll wait to hear when the shipping date is, thanks, Marie

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Gmail Chat Sssion, 26 May

22:22
me: Hi Marie

Do you have online banking?
22:23
Marie: Yes, but cant do US

me: which bank?
22:24
Marie: Bank SA

me: Are you sure there isnt a menu item for international?
22:25
Marie: No we tried this last time for the deposit, that why had to line up and do it in person
22:26
me: ic
22:27
It is a bit too risky for me to accept payment in AU$ because of exchange rate fluctuations.

Marie: yes understand just leave it til the next shipping date then
22:28
me: do you have another bank near your work?
22:29
just wondering if you could do it via a bank where you dont have an account?

Marie: im a ------------, i dont have time during the day, our lunch break is not long enough
22:30
me: ic

oh well

Marie: sorry, cant we just wait until ur next shipping date
22:31
me: yes ok

Marie: thanks
22:32
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Hi Marie, 26 May
Do you have online banking?

Sapoty

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Hi Sapoty, 26 May
Its looking great, I can't actually get to the bank until Friday, because friday is the only later opening for banks (they shut at 4pm and 5pm on Fridays) and I'm at work, and because its awkward with the US$ transfer (it took 45mins last time) so that means you wouldn't see the money until Monday the following week.
So....what next?
Cheers,
Marie

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Marie, 26 May

The points adjustment shown is not required since we have installed electronic ignition.
cheers,

Sapoty

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Hi Marie, 26 May

Here are the latest photos. We want to ship on Friday, can you make your final payment now?

thanks,
Sapoty

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thanks Marie! 25 May

Sapoty

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OK No problem 25 May

Marie

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25 May

No scan necessary, Marie, I will tell the workshop you have approval and request final photos.

cheers!
Sapoty

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Hey there, 25 May
I have the approval, do you want me to scan it and email to you??
Marie

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Marie, 24 May

Oh I forgot we have to wait for your import approval to come thru...

Sapoty

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Marie, 24 May

Confirmed black with white trim, tyre cover included.

I appreciate that you put on the electric start,
Sorry we have a misunderstanding: by IC electric system we meant electronic ignition... that means you wont have to adjust the points ever.

so i would pay extra if you could figure out something, bend the other front bar to allow for the bag rack, is that at all possible?
They can and will do that for you!

So if you are happy with all that can you please go ahead with paying the balance or you can wait for the packing photos if you like?

$2,899.00
- $1,500.00

=US$1,406.30
cheers
Sapoty

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Marie, 24 May

I will get back to you re your last email.

cheers,

Sapoty
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Hi there Sapoty, 23 May
That sounds good, black with white trim for the seats, will you also change the wheel cover to match?

I'm disappointed that you couldn't attach the front parcel rack, is there no other option, being a female i need bag carrying space, I appreciate that you put on the electric start, so i would pay extra if you could figure out something, bend the other front bar to allow for the bag rack, is that at all possible?

Thanks for everything so far, its looking wonderful,

Cheers,
Marie

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Hi Marie, 22 May

Can you imagine the seat black with white trim like in the photo?

Sapoty

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Marie, 22 May

My workshop manager says there is no maroon vinyl available at the moment in Vietnam, sorry, and suggests the possibility of black/white seats so that the white vinyl matches the white on the paint work? Or some other preference?

Another possibility is for you to get the red vinyl darkened. It may be possible with paint like this:
http://www.speco.com.au/vht_vinyl.html

Sorry about this unforseen issue.

Sapoty

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Hi Marie, 22 May

I will check re the colour.

Sapoty

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Hi Sapoty, 21 May

It Looks fabulous, the only thing is the seat colours, they look "red" i thought i chosen a more maroon colour Perhaps its just the angle what do you think?
Cheers,
Marie

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Hi Marie, 20 May

Please see attached files.

-we will install hup caps before shipping.

-At the last moment we realised that we cannot install a front rack because the front bar is in the way, sorry.
We have installed an IC electric system for you. The cost is the same as the front rack.

Please confirm whether the photos match your order.

Best regards,

Sapoty
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Hi Marie, 17 May

Your colours are understood. I will have final photos soon...

cheers
Sapoty
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16 May

Hi just thinking re colours I want the main colour to be that purple/pink & the highlights in white as per previously mentioned blue/white style bike ta marie

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13 May

Thanks Sapoty,
Looks great
Cheers,
Marie

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Hi Marie, 13 May
pls see atttched files of colour.pls check & confirm soon before we complete painting
thanks
Sapoty

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HI Marie, 7 May
I think it will be adequate. Just make sure it shows my business name and Motor Dealer's Licence number in the signature at the bottom.
Cheers,
Sapoty

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Hi Sapoty, 6 May
I have a response from the Import people, they are asking me to provide a receipt of purchase document,.....how bizarre considering they also say not to arrange importation before permission is granted....???
Anyway shall i send them a copy of my order that you have emailed me, do you think this will satisfy their requirements.?
Cheers,
Marie

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OK Marie, 29 Apr

Keep a tab on it in case anything goes wrong and it gets put at the bottom of the pile.

We will wait until you tell us you have approval before we ship.

Cheers,
Sapoty

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29 Apr

OK thanks Sapoty, had done it and mailed it off. :-) Marie

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27 Apr

Marie, here is the info you need for the Australian vehicle import application form. Please do it ASAP to avoid delay.

USED VINTAGE VESPA ITALY 150CC
Model: Sprint
engine number:VLX1M 513117
chassis number: VLB1T 060231
Year:1967

cheers,
Sapoty

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Hi Marie, 22 Apr

Your bank transfer of US$1,500.00 has been received with thanks.
NOTE: Your order reference # is in the subject field of this email. Please keep this ref # in the subject field of all future emails so we can identify you quickly. I keep track of our conversation in Gmail using the subject line of our emails. Please always email me by replying to my most recent email and do not change the subject line. That will keep all our emails in one conversation.
I have appended your order document. Please check it and get back to me ASAP if there is a problem.
If you are an Australian buyer it is very important that you read and act on the information in this link now:http://www.vespas.biz/forms-australia.htm.

Restoration and the preparation of documentation takes a minimum of 3 weeks (5 to 6 weeks for Lambrettas). A few days before shipping we will send you pre-assembly pics of you scooter. Once the restoration has been completed, we will be sending you pre-shipping pics of your scooter and then the original docs will follow about one week later.
You will need to forward the documents to your customs broker. You will receive the docs before your scooter arrives. Shipping 2 - 4 weeks. Allow a minimum of 6 weeks for delivery (10 weeks for Lambretta). If you haven't already done so, you should engage a customs broker now to handle your port procedures.

Now it is time to relax, let the restoration process take its course and wait for us to email you the pics.
Kind Regards
Sapoty Brook

http://www.vespas.biz

thanks,
Sapoty

Mr. Sapoty Brook
Bodybubble International
www.beyond-oil.com
www.vespas.biz
ph: +61 407 213 267 (Sydney time)
Skype: sapotyb
Motor Dealer's Licence MD20788

Dear Marie -----,

You found us via: customer review on the net
This is your Order
For buying Retail via bank transfer in US dollars.

Name: Marie -----------
Email: -----------------
Ebay-ID:
Phone: 61 8 ------------------
Mb-phone: 04-----------------
Address: ------------------
Address:
Suburb: ---------------
State: -------------
ZIP: ------------
Country: Australia
Shipping to Port: port adelaide

Scooter Sequence Number: One Scooter Only

Scooter Make and Model: Vespa Sprint (vlb 1968, vlx motor) US$1465
Engine-size: 150cc
Scooter color#: R2-15 colour BUT painted in style vlb-11
Vinyl/Leather color (not style)#: seatcolor-02
Message: I like the colour of R2-15 (purple/pink) BUT i like the paint syle of vlb-11

---Extras---
Twin standard seats (free) US$0
Stainless Steel Front Rack: US$82
Stainless Steel Rear Rack with low backrest: US$96
Piaggio crest with wings: US$23
White walls (3 tyres): US$74
Stainless Steel Passenger Foot Pegs: US$173
Signal lights: US$96
Two Chrome Mirrors: US$23
Chrome hub caps: US$23
Protective cover: US$36
Stainless Steel Front Bars: US$89
Custom paint (more than one colour required): US$96
Glovebox: US$72
Vespa 5 port engine US$161

Total Extras Investment US$1044

Total Scooter Investment US$2509 inc. Extras.

---Shipping---
Shipping Freight Cost: US$350

Total Shipping Investment: US$350

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$2859---

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Marie, 21 Apr

Sorry I forgot to ring my bank today.... I got distracted.

I will ring them tomorrow!

cheers,
Sapoty

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Marie, 19 Apr

Reading your information on Restoration/Shipping, would i be correct in thinking it will take about 8 weeks in total for me to receive the Vespa?
maybe faster... but you will have to fill and send in the application for Australian import approval form after I send you the chassis and engine number. We will not ship until you have the approval finalised. [Applies to Australian Customers only]

I'm trying to plan my learning to ride a scooter lessons to coincide with getting my vespa.
My midlife adventure (not crisis) :)
So exciting!
yes the sense of freedom and joy is great!

If all goes well, I could be ordering another Vespa for my 16yo daughter.
Vespa adventures for the girls. lol
Go girls!

I will check the bank tomorrow.

cheers,
Sapoty

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Hi Marie, 18 Apr

R2-15 colour BUT painted in style vlb-11
Do you mean that you want the white parts the same as vlb-11 and the rest using the R2-15 colour?

Here is the windshield:
http://www.vespas.biz/optional-extras-vespa.htm#flyscreen
Please let me know if you want to add it to your order.

thanks,
Sapoty

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Hi there Sapoty, 17 Apr

Thanks for your email, much appreciated.

I'm sending the document to show that i've transfered 50% approx. of the price for the scooter.

As i thought i couldn't do it through either of my small credit unions (they were quite baffled)
Anyway went to our family account at Bank SA it still wasn't effortless, we are a bit backward
here in Adelaide, it took them 45minutes to arrange. ...

Anyway done now, so... how long will the whole process of restoration take, do you think?

Also i noticed you had something called a Flyscreen in your accessories, liarinf but no photo, is this
a "windshield" if so could you find a photo for me because i think i'd like one.

Thanks so much,
Marie

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Marie, 17 Apr

Corrected shipping to US$350:

- Show quoted text -
Shipping Freight Cost: US$350

Total Shipping Investment: US$350

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$2859---

Sapoty

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Dear Marie, 17 Apr

Thanks for re-doing your order. I dug up this email that I sent to a wholesale buyer in New York that will help clarify your issue about quality:
I want to get clearer with you about your and my expectations regarding the mechanical condition of our scooters.
My workshop's procedure is that they disassemble and clean the engines and repair or replace any components that are significantly worn or damaged. The electrical components are replaced with new items. In the vast majority of cases they replace bearings but if a bearing shows negligible wear it is possible they may choose to leave it installed. The major components like the crankshaft are forty years old and may not have perfect alignment etc. But the scooter is expected and tested to be in good working condition when it leaves the workshop.
Generally professional Vespa mechanics will do their best to rubbish a vintage Vespa from Asia because:
1. they don't like cheaper scooters dragging down the price of scooters and replacing sales of new scooters,
2. they like to make lots of money by finding imperfections and exaggerating their importance to the customer, and
3. there are lots of unscrupulous Asian restorers who just make the scooter look good but do not dismantle and clean and refurbish the motor.
The professional Vespa mechanics also prefer to use their own (profitable) parts for repairs and don't like to accept parts we can airmail to you.
So if by chance a scooter from us develops a problem please don't take it to "Mr Vespa Central" for repairs. Please first dialog with us about it. Then, if necessary, find a happy scooter mechanic who is realistic about vintage machines and not trying to squeeze every dollar out of you. Someone who is willing to work with us, not against us. Or even better, try to fix the problem yourself. If a problem develops my workshop mechanic will bend over backwards to help you solve the problem.
That being said, I do not expect a problem. Our scooters will start easily, and be fully operational. We can verify this with a video of your scooter(s) being started and running before we ship to you.
Best regards,
Sapoty

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Dear Marie -----------, 17 Apr

You found us via: customer review on the net
This is your Order
For buying Retail via bank transfer in US dollars.

Name: Marie ---------------
Email: -------------------
Ebay-ID:
Phone: 61 8 ------------------------
Mb-phone: 040------------------
Address: --------------
Address:
Suburb: ---------------------
State: -------------
ZIP: ---------------
Country: Australia
Shipping to Port: port adelaide

Scooter Sequence Number: One Scooter Only

Scooter Make and Model: Vespa Sprint (vlb 1968, vlx motor) US$1465
Engine-size: 150cc
Scooter color#: R2-15 colour BUT painted in style vlb-11
Vinyl/Leather color (not style)#: seatcolor-02
Message: I like the colour of R2-15 (purple/pink) BUT i like the paint syle of vlb-11

---Extras---
Twin standard seats (free) US$0
Stainless Steel Front Rack: US$82
Stainless Steel Rear Rack with low backrest: US$96
Piaggio crest with wings: US$23
White walls (3 tyres): US$74
Stainless Steel Passenger Foot Pegs: US$173
Signal lights: US$96
Two Chrome Mirrors: US$23
Chrome hub caps: US$23
Protective cover: US$36
Stainless Steel Front Bars: US$89
Custom paint (more than one colour required): US$96
Glovebox: US$72
Vespa 5 port engine US$161

Total Extras Investment US$1044

Total Scooter Investment US$2509 inc. Extras.

---Shipping---
Shipping Freight Cost: US$390

Total Shipping Investment: US$390

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$2899---

To confirm your scooter order please bank transfer your investment in US dollars to my bank account (details below) and email me the bank transfer receipt number. If your purchase was in a different currency you may do best allowing my bank to do the conversion to US dollars because their conversion rates are very favourable.

Banking details are as follows:

Make Bank transfer to:
Bank: Westpac Bank
Branch: Byron Bay, NSW 2481, Australia.

Beneficiary: Bodybubble International
Swift code: WPACAU2S or IBAN: 034702208960
BSB: (Branch Number) 034702
ACC: 208960

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Some smaller banks do not have direct arrangements with Westpac Bank.
In that case they can use the following intermediary bank:
JP Morgan Bank Chase Bank, New York, New York.
Swift Code: CHASUS33
Routing # 021000021
Note: Extra fees may be deducted by intermediary banks from the amount you send WITHOUT YOUR KNOWLEDGE.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF THE AMOUNT RECEIVED BY MY BANK IS LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE I WILL SEND YOU A PAYPAL INVOICE FOR THE BALANCE. I can also send you documentary evidence of the amount received by my bank if you require it.

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Once you have made your payment, please email me the payment details to service@vespas.biz.

Best regards,
Sapoty

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George, 26 June

Packing photos attached.

cheers,
Sapoty

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Hi George, 24 June
I have received your payment thanks.
Will ship this week and let you know.
cheers
Sapoty

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Hi Sapoty, 19 June

I am the happiest man today after i see the pictures of my scooter!

Tomorrow i will send you the rest money and after that i will send you the bank transfer id!
This time i will send you outstanding Balance = 889.50 $ plus 35$ more from the previous time in order to complete correct the transaction. My bank tell me that this time you will receive the full balance! If still we have a difference please send me a paypal form to close that difference and receive the full balance! When you receive the money please inform me if it is everything ok!

Thanks George!

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Dear George, 18 June

pls see attached files
Here is your scooter order 2039 completed today. Please send the balance, then we can ship next week.

Best regards,
Sapoty

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Hi Sapoty, 18 June

I want to know what is your progress with my scooter!
I can wait to see photos!

Thanks George!

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Hi Sapoty, 1 June

I have already speak with my bank and next time i will send you 35 $ more! If we have again any difference i will send you the rest price with paypal!

Thanks again, George!

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Hi George, 30 May

I have attached the bank statement as requested.

Best regards,

Sapoty

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Hi George, 20 May
OK I will scan it and email it to you when I get it.
thanks,
Sapoty

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Dear Sapoty, 20 May

If you can please send me a statement/document from your bank showing the amount of funds actually received from your bank prior to currency conversion and fees, so i will ask my bank how to make sure that your bank receives the full balance when i make the next payment. If we have problem again i will send you the difference with paypal if it is ok with you? Thanks again and i am sorry for this.

Thanks George!

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Dear George, 19 May
Your payment has been received with thanks. Although you sent the US$1,000 it was either converted to USD at an expensive rate and/or had fees taken out by an intermediary bank. The amount that was received by our bank was not the full amount. You may wish to take up this matter with your bank.

I phoned my bank and requested a statement/document from them showing the amount of funds actually received by them from your bank prior to currency conversion and fees. This document will arrive within a week and if you require a copy, I can send/fax it to you.

Insert bank cells from spreadsheet

Expected amount = $1,000.00
Amount received =$965.50
Outstanding Balance = $889.50 due on packing photos.
George, please ask your bank how to make sure my bank receives the full balance when you make your next payment.
thanks,
Sapoty

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Dear George ------------, 15 May

I have copied your order to this email.

NOTE: Your order reference # is in the subject field of this email. Please keep this ref # in the subject field of all future emails so we can identify you quickly. I keep track of our conversation in Gmail using the subject line of our emails. Please always email me by replying to my most recent email and do not change the subject line. That will keep all our emails in one conversation.

You found us via: I found you from internet.
This is your Order
For buying Retail via bank transfer in US dollars.

Name: George ------------
Email: ---------
Ebay-ID:

Phone: +00--------
Mb-phone: +00-------------
Address: ---------------
Address:
Suburb:
State: -----------
ZIP: ------------
Country: Greece
Shipping to Port: Pireaus

Scooter Sequence Number: One Scooter Only

Scooter Make and Model: Vespa acma copy (vlx motor) US$1465

Engine-size: 150cc
Scooter color#: Ref #: Acma-11 (Military)
Vinyl/Leather color (not style)#: seatcolor-06
Message: I would like the bike shown in the photo except the helmet!
If i make any mistake in order please inform me with mail!
I want it exactly as the photo shown in your site!

---Extras---
Twin standard seats (free) US$0

Total Extras Investment US$0

Total Scooter Investment US$1465 inc. Extras.

---Shipping---
Shipping Freight Cost: US$390

Total Shipping Investment: US$390

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$1855---

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Hello Sapoty, 15 May

Now, you can start restore my vespa! I am so happy and I look forward to get my first ride!

Today i made deposit in your bank account in Westpac Bank the amount of 1000 dollars, with bank transfer receipt number : -----------------. The bank inform me that the transaction will appear to your account about 19/05. When you see the transaction please send a message if everything it's ok. The rest amount will be deposit when the bike is ready to shipped. That's for now and i am waiting for your news!

Thanks,
George

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Dear George, 15 May

I see you have entered $358 for shipping to Pireaus. I have to check that is the current price....

The current price for packing and shipping is $390.

I have revised your order accordingly below. Please let me know when you make your first payment.

thanks,
Sapoty

REVISED ORDER: (corrected shipping price)
- Show quoted text -
Shipping Freight Cost: US$390

Total Shipping Investment: US$390

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$1855---
- Hide quoted text -

To confirm your scooter order please bank transfer your investment in US dollars to my bank account (details below) and email me the bank transfer receipt number. If your purchase was in a different currency you may do best allowing my bank to do the conversion to US dollars because their conversion rates are very favourable.

Banking details are as follows:

Make Bank transfer to:
Bank: Westpac Bank
Branch: Byron Bay, NSW 2481, Australia.

Beneficiary: Bodybubble International
Swift code: WPACAU2S or IBAN: 034702208960
BSB: (Branch Number) 034702
ACC: 208960

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Some smaller banks do not have direct arrangements with Westpac Bank.
In that case they can use the following intermediary bank:
JP Morgan Bank Chase Bank, New York, New York.
Swift Code: CHASUS33
Routing # 021000021
Note: Extra fees may be deducted by intermediary banks from the amount you send WITHOUT YOUR KNOWLEDGE.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF THE AMOUNT RECEIVED BY MY BANK IS LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE I WILL SEND YOU A PAYPAL INVOICE FOR THE BALANCE. I can also send you documentary evidence of the amount received by my bank if you require it.

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Once you have made your payment, please email me the payment details to service@vespas.biz.

Best regards,
Sapoty

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Dear George ----------, 15 May

You found us via: I found you from internet.
This is your Order
For buying Retail via bank transfer in US dollars.

Name: George ----------
Email: ----------
Ebay-ID:
Phone: +0030 ------------
Mb-phone: +0030 ------------------
Address: -----------------
Address:
Suburb:
State: -----------
ZIP: --------------
Country: Greece
Shipping to Port: Pireaus

Scooter Sequence Number: One Scooter Only

Scooter Make and Model: Vespa acma copy (vlx motor) US$1465
Engine-size: 150cc
Scooter color#: Ref #: Acma-11 (Military)
Vinyl/Leather color (not style)#: seatcolor-06
Message: I would like the bike shown in the photo except the helmet!
If i make any mistake in order please inform me with mail!
I want it exactly as the photo shown in your site!

---Extras---
Twin standard seats (free) US$0

Total Extras Investment US$0

Total Scooter Investment US$1465 inc. Extras.

---Shipping---
Shipping Freight Cost: US$358

Total Shipping Investment: US$358

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$1823---

To confirm your scooter order please bank transfer your investment in US dollars to my bank account (details below) and email me the bank transfer receipt number. If your purchase was in a different currency you may do best allowing my bank to do the conversion to US dollars because their conversion rates are very favourable.

Banking details are as follows:

Make Bank transfer to:
Bank: Westpac Bank
Branch: Byron Bay, NSW 2481, Australia.

Beneficiary: Bodybubble International
Swift code: WPACAU2S or IBAN: 034702208960
BSB: (Branch Number) 034702
ACC: 208960

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Some smaller banks do not have direct arrangements with Westpac Bank.
In that case they can use the following intermediary bank:
JP Morgan Bank Chase Bank, New York, New York.
Swift Code: CHASUS33
Routing # 021000021
Note: Extra fees may be deducted by intermediary banks from the amount you send WITHOUT YOUR KNOWLEDGE.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF THE AMOUNT RECEIVED BY MY BANK IS LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE I WILL SEND YOU A PAYPAL INVOICE FOR THE BALANCE. I can also send you documentary evidence of the amount received by my bank if you require it.

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Once you have made your payment, please email me the payment details to service@vespas.biz.

Best regards,
Sapoty

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Hello George, 14 May

i want to know if it is ok for you after the order of the bike i will send you via bank transfer from Helenic Bank of Greece the price of 1000 US dollars and before you ship the bike the rest price and I will send you with mail the bank transfer receipt number for each transaction.

Yes, that is acceptable by me. I will send you photos of the scooter being packed for shipping.

I look forward to receiving your order,
thanks,

Sapoty

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Hello, ............11 May

I have one question about order form. Do you want to fill an order form again from the beggining?
After ordering the scooter you want to send you the total cost (Total Shipping Investment) by bank transfer in US dollars to your bank account (details below) and email to you the bank transfer receipt number.
Do you want something else after that?

Thanks again!

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Hello George, 11 May

I have one question about order form. Do you want to fill an order form again from the beggining?

If you can do that, please, it would help me a lot (with Order instead of Quote).

After ordering the scooter you want to send you the total cost (Total Shipping Investment) by bank transfer in US dollars to your bank account (details below) and email to you the bank transfer receipt number.
Yes, if you prefer I can accept 50% on order and 50% on pre-shipping photos.

Do you want something else after that?
No, on receipt of your payment we will commence restoration and be ready to ship in 3 weeks. After shipping we will send you documentation for import and registration.

Please check that these documents will be OK for registration in Greece:
http://www.vespas.biz/documents/sample-docs.htm

regards,
Sapoty

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Hi George, 9 May

I am traveling at the moment so am a bit slow answering emails.

OK we can do the military ACMA but if you want the helmet it costs about $50 extra and only comes in one size.

Can you please confirm it as an order by filling in this form with Order instead of Quote because the website send me special info in that case.

cheers,

Sapoty

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Dear George -------, 7 May

You found us via:
This is your Quote
For buying Retail via bank transfer in US dollars.

Name: George -------
Email: ------------------
Ebay-ID:
Phone:
Mb-phone:
Address:
Address:
Suburb:
State:
ZIP:
Country: Greece
Shipping to Port: Pireaus

Scooter Sequence Number: One Scooter Only

Scooter Make and Model: Vespa acma copy (vlx motor) US$1465
Engine-size: 150cc
Scooter color#: Ref #: Acma-11 (Military)
Vinyl/Leather color (not style)#: seatcolor-06
Message: I want excactly the same as the foto shown in your site!

---Extras---
Twin standard seats (free) US$0

Total Extras Investment US$0

Total Scooter Investment US$1465 inc. Extras.

---Shipping---
Shipping Insurance: US$96
Shipping Freight Cost: US$358

Total Shipping Investment: US$454

---Grand Total Investment for One Scooter Only: US$1919---

To confirm your scooter order please bank transfer your investment in US dollars to my bank account (details below) and email me the bank transfer receipt number. If your purchase was in a different currency you may do best allowing my bank to do the conversion to US dollars because their conversion rates are very favourable.

Banking details are as follows:

Make Bank transfer to:
Bank: Westpac Bank
Branch: Byron Bay, NSW 2481, Australia.

Beneficiary: Bodybubble International
Swift code: WPACAU2S or IBAN: 034702208960
BSB: (Branch Number) 034702
ACC: 208960

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Some smaller banks do not have direct arrangements with Westpac Bank.
In that case they can use the following intermediary bank:
JP Morgan Bank Chase Bank, New York, New York.
Swift Code: CHASUS33
Routing # 021000021
Note: Extra fees may be deducted by intermediary banks from the amount you send WITHOUT YOUR KNOWLEDGE.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF THE AMOUNT RECEIVED BY MY BANK IS LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE I WILL SEND YOU A PAYPAL INVOICE FOR THE BALANCE. I can also send you documentary evidence of the amount received by my bank if you require it.

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Once you have made your payment, please email me the payment details to service@vespas.biz.

Best regards,
Sapoty

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George, 7 May

The fumication (emissions) certificate is not applicable to vintage 1960's and 70's vehicles. It has not been applied to my customers in Western EU. eg Germany, UK, Austria, etc. Please check with your Motor Registry Department.

You are welcome!

Sapoty

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Hello again, 6 May

I want to ask you about the motor type VLX if pass the fumication certificate we need in EU.
This means that the motor can pass EURO III certificate.
Thanks!

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George, 4 May

You sound like a man of action so I will get straight to the point:

1. Find out what price you can expect to get for a beautifully restored 1960's Vespa when sold from your showroom. (US$4,000+ is the current price in the USA)

2. Find out what the taxes and port costs are to import 1960's scooters from overseas.

3. Check our wholesale prices via:
http://www.vespas.biz/prices.htm

4. Determine your profit margin.

5. Consider ordering one or two sidecars matched to your scooters (they sell well and attract a lot of attention)

6. Place your order via (4 or more scooters)
http://www.vespas.biz/prices.htm

Kind regards,
Sapoty

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The customer filled in the contact form on this website which sent me the following:

Name: George ----------- 4 May
Email: -----------------
Message: Hello,
I am from Greece and i am considering opening a showroom floor with your products.
I want from you to send me all the information i need to get started!
Thank you!

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