Branners Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Many years ago I got ripped off by a computer company when I paid by cheque. They went bust while I was waiting for my computer, so I paid them a visit and it was all locked up. I went back again and found the manager just leaving with the liquidator. He said he would sort me out with a new computer and I stupidly believed him. Naturally he disappeared and was never seen again. Do not trust any company that stalls for time like that. Phone them up twice a day and get them to confirm everything is okay. In the current climate EXPECT them to go bust so get your goods as quick as you can, and keep pushing and pushing. Dont sit back and hope, they will do you over and think nothing of it. Never use a debit card, always use a credit card when buying from any supplier that stands even a small chance of going bust. Sofa companies, bed companies, electronics retailers and so on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted February 27, 2009 Author Share Posted February 27, 2009 Many years ago I got ripped off by a computer company when I paid by cheque. They went bust while I was waiting for my computer, so I paid them a visit and it was all locked up. I went back again and found the manager just leaving with the liquidator. He said he would sort me out with a new computer and I stupidly believed him. Naturally he disappeared and was never seen again. Do not trust any company that stalls for time like that. Phone them up twice a day and get them to confirm everything is okay. In the current climate EXPECT them to go bust so get your goods as quick as you can, and keep pushing and pushing. Dont sit back and hope, they will do you over and think nothing of it. Never use a debit card, always use a credit card when buying from any supplier that stands even a small chance of going bust. Sofa companies, bed companies, electronics retailers and so on. Good post I'm going to phone up now and ask for a refund.. Fingers crossed i get through!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 A bit of reading here Matt, it may apply or may not: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/working_lunch/4082599.stm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 thats an interesting article Unless it's a debit card run by Maestro, Switch or Solo you should be all right. Its the word 'should' that worries me, you have to justify it all to your bank and try and get them to agree. Good to know there is some protection though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 thats an interesting article Its the word 'should' that worries me, you have to justify it all to your bank and try and get them to agree. Good to know there is some protection though. isn't that often the case, quick to take your money not so quick to give it back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted February 27, 2009 Author Share Posted February 27, 2009 There phone number now no longer works 08714088690 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 This is their registered office: DOLPHIN FITNESS LIMITED C/O TOBIN ASSOCIATES 4TH FLOOR 63-66 HATTON GARDEN LONDON EC1N 8LE Company No. 04286163 Next Accounts Due: 30/07/2008 OVERDUE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted February 27, 2009 Author Share Posted February 27, 2009 Says here their accounts are overdue: Think they are going / gone bust Status: Active Date of Incorporation: 12/09/2001 Country of Origin: United Kingdom Company Type: Private Limited Company Nature of Business (SIC(03)): 7260 - Other computer related activities Accounting Reference Date: 30/09 Last Accounts Made Up To: 30/09/2006 (TOTAL EXEMPTION FULL) Next Accounts Due: 30/07/2008 OVERDUE Last Return Made Up To: 12/09/2008 Next Return Due: 10/10/2009 Last Members List: 12/09/2008 Previous Names: Date of change Previous Name 18/11/2008 CANEROSE LIMITED Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted February 27, 2009 Author Share Posted February 27, 2009 PLease see here if you are near by the address and could help http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?p=2293490#post2293490 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted February 27, 2009 Author Share Posted February 27, 2009 I've managed to get through on the international number. I've asked for a refund and they said 2-3 business days! We'll see i quesss! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 no, dont wait 2-3 days, they may be gone by then. If they are open tomorrow then call them, twice if you have to. Then on Monday call again and say you have not yet had the refund. Dont sit back and wait as they could just disappear. Push them for the refund all the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benkei Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 no, dont wait 2-3 days, they may be gone by then. If they are open tomorrow then call them, twice if you have to. Then on Monday call again and say you have not yet had the refund. Dont sit back and wait as they could just disappear. Push them for the refund all the way. Yeh, they can do a refund there and then! More stalling tactics! Get your money back NOW! Or it'll be gone forever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 no, dont wait 2-3 days, they may be gone by then. If they are open tomorrow then call them, twice if you have to. Then on Monday call again and say you have not yet had the refund. Dont sit back and wait as they could just disappear. Push them for the refund all the way. As above, dont wait, act now or kiss goodbye to your cash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ted Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 I also made an order from this company earlier this month. My goods were supposed to be delivered on 23rd Feb. I have tried to phone this company; sometimes the phone rings out and I have left messages whilst other times the phone does not ring. I have also e-mailed the company twice but have yet to receive a response. I am too concerned this company may be in trouble but also think they may possibly have little stock and buying it after an order from abroad hence the delay? I will update as soon as I have news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 did you get a refund Matt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted March 6, 2009 Author Share Posted March 6, 2009 Well, this was the most bizzare purchase i have ever made. All i can say is DON'T buy from this company, I was given the run around no end. I recieved a refund in my account a few days ago so it's all well and good with me now. I've purchased from Argos sport........ i've had no delivery comfirmation date yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted March 9, 2009 Author Share Posted March 9, 2009 It arrived from Argos today! no confirmation of when it was going to be delivered though. Ridiculous really considering most people are out during the day and arrangements usually have to be made for someone to be in! anyway, luckily someone was and it's all sorted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 It arrived from Argos today! no confirmation of when it was going to be delivered though. Ridiculous really considering most people are out during the day and arrangements usually have to be made for someone to be in! anyway, luckily someone was and it's all sorted Glad it worked out in the end Matt, but what of Ted's news? Have the same company killed him? I also made an order from this company earlier this month. My goods were supposed to be delivered on 23rd Feb. I have tried to phone this company; sometimes the phone rings out and I have left messages whilst other times the phone does not ring. I have also e-mailed the company twice but have yet to receive a response. I am too concerned this company may be in trouble but also think they may possibly have little stock and buying it after an order from abroad hence the delay? I will update as soon as I have news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axle Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 What did you purchase in the end? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 What did you purchase in the end? A tennis ball:d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 Glad it worked out in the end Matt, but what of Ted's news? Have the same company killed him? Ta Who Knows, hopefully he's been able to cancel his order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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