swiftstu Posted August 14, 2021 Share Posted August 14, 2021 As the title really. I’m looking at getting an engine through Alibaba but it’s a lot of money for something I’ve never used before. anyone had any experience of buying engines or gearboxes through them? (I get all sellers are different on there though) thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted August 14, 2021 Share Posted August 14, 2021 Interested to hear replies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Bullitt Posted August 15, 2021 Share Posted August 15, 2021 I’d be approaching TorqueGT and asking them to import one for you. If their cars are anything to go by, I’d look no where else. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted August 31, 2021 Author Share Posted August 31, 2021 So as a quick update- I’m now speaking with a reputable dealer after wading through about 10 who just didn’t exude trust. I’m discussing importing a TT engine which will cost £2496.00 plus shipping which theyll confirm later today. Also discussing an engine and auto box for £3500.00. I’ve been sent time stamped videos of both running, and they’ve been trading for over 10 years. I may just go ahead and can then feed back the results to the group (or maybe swear lots). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayr Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 bloody hell that sounds too good to be true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted August 31, 2021 Author Share Posted August 31, 2021 4 minutes ago, tayr said: bloody hell that sounds too good to be true Yeah, I’d agree- that’s why I wondered if anyone had already gone this route. yiu can get them a lot cheaper, but the traders have maybe been in business for a year, or the customer service is appalling. it’s taken a lot of conversations to get to this point… The general going price is around that area from China. It’s taken a lot of conversations to get to a trader I feel is legitimate. I’ll update this thread as I get through it. And if it works then share the whole process. I may bail at any point. 10 + engines get a great discount too, so maybe if I’m convinced by this seller I could look at setting a group buy up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayr Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 Can you pay through Amex or similar? So you’re covered? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted August 31, 2021 Author Share Posted August 31, 2021 28 minutes ago, tayr said: Can you pay through Amex or similar? So you’re covered? Credit card payment for this company is expected- that’s one thing the less trustworthy ones weren’t so keen on. Like the one below for example Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 If it seems to good to be true, it normally is. I hope you dont get burnt. Also be wary of taxes when/if it arrives 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 Very intrested on that one. Keep us updated if you decide to go for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted September 1, 2021 Author Share Posted September 1, 2021 So, further update 15 hours ago, Swampy442 said: If it seems to good to be true, it normally is. I hope you dont get burnt. Also be wary of taxes when/if it arrives That's a good point. Bloody taxes! Further update. The company are used by some US car importers and garages which have provided some feedback for them on Ailibaba. They have offered to give names to me to contact. Seems like a logical step, so I'll do that first too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted September 2, 2021 Author Share Posted September 2, 2021 Sooooooooo - Due to a "sudden demand in the GTE engine" the cost of the engine has risen to $6900.00 ( £5000.00) delivered to the UK. If I have calculated the tax right you need to add on 30% so the engine would be £6500.00 So there we go - I'll suggest that was an exciting ride, but that's where we've landed. Although they would sell W58 boxes for $570.00 (£413.00 + 30%) - random discovery. They would offer discounts for orders over 10 items, but unless I had been able to order one first to check they were legit I wouldn't want to sort a group buy in case it is in fact, all a complete scam. I don't think it is, I just think they've realised they can charge me more... I'll update if I get any further with this route, and apologies if I've wasted your reading time. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annabella Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 2 hours ago, swiftstu said: Sooooooooo - Due to a "sudden demand in the GTE engine" the cost of the engine has risen to $6900.00 ( £5000.00) delivered to the UK. If I have calculated the tax right you need to add on 30% so the engine would be £6500.00 So there we go - I'll suggest that was an exciting ride, but that's where we've landed. Although they would sell W58 boxes for $570.00 (£413.00 + 30%) - random discovery. They would offer discounts for orders over 10 items, but unless I had been able to order one first to check they were legit I wouldn't want to sort a group buy in case it is in fact, all a complete scam. I don't think it is, I just think they've realised they can charge me more... I'll update if I get any further with this route, and apologies if I've wasted your reading time. You haven't wasted our time, you've gone through the process methodically and haven't lost your cash! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 And reinforced the statement I made earlier - If it seems too good to be true, it generally is. Glad you haven't lost anything 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tradelikewater Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 (edited) Would you mind sharing the selling company's name? I too am going through this kind of search but instead for a toyota diesel engine. Thanks Edited October 4, 2021 by Tradelikewater (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punisher Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 Any further news to this? Also starting to look at something similar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2jmatt Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 Yeah any updates!? I’m also going through all the people selling them to try sus out if it’s a scam or not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted May 5, 2023 Author Share Posted May 5, 2023 (edited) Hey all - @Punisher @2jmatt @Tradelikewater- Sorry, I hadn't noticed any notifications on this thread, didn't mean to blank you. The company I looked at were Tai Auto parts:http://twooauto.en.alibaba.com/ Not sure how they are for 2J's atm though. Sorry again Edited May 5, 2023 by swiftstu (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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