GB JDM "Dealer Option" Sideskirts, COMPLETED! Everyone got the skirts. Options

[jgreening]

DCW (Doggy aka Romas) has agreed to make these skirts for us in a group buy. See my post on page 2 for details Here are a couple pics:





And here is a thread about it:

Explanation Thread

Post up if you are SERIOUSLY interested.

This post has been edited by doGGy: Jul 11, 2006 - 12:38 AM

[dustin15brown]

IMO this is perfect for anyone with the gt-4 conversion... Get it Art

[presure2]

jay, IM IN

[jgreening]

Thats two. Lagos? Wannabe? Madmods? This will likely be a one time thing if it happens.

[CelicaTEK]

i'll see how the interest of the people goes. im still in debt, but if i have some help i might jump in if it starts to look really good.

[Celicav]

Damn, that is a lot of dough for some sideskirts.

[jgreening]

Damn, that is a lot of dough for some sideskirts.
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Yep, its only for us fanatics.

[Baddica95]

will they fit like a glove?? I was plannin on going with just a set of usdm ones for for 350 so this doesnt sound too bad...do these come with all the necessary components like stock ones?

[jgreening]

will they fit like a glove??  I was plannin on going with just a set of usdm ones for for 350 so this doesnt sound too bad...do these come with all the necessary components like stock ones?
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I have an email into the guy regarding price and lead time. Assuming that the terms are favorable, I will verify fitment issues with him.

[Defgeph]

how about a few guys get in and buy one set. Take that set make a mold and produce these out of fiberglass.

I'd love to have them, but I like spending 500 on the engine.
Just a thought
DEF

[lagos]

Thats two.  Lagos? Wannabe? Madmods? This will likely be a one time thing if it happens.
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naw, im happy with my stock skirts.

[Aaagogo]

it would look weird if everything else is stock but u got a modded sideskirt, would it?

[jgreening]

it would look weird if everything else is stock but u got a modded sideskirt, would it?
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I think the skirt is a little lower than the stock front bumper. With extensions or the GT4 bumper, its about the same. However, this is an OEM option side so it would look better than any aftermarket sideskirt without front or rear pieces.

This post has been edited by jgreening: Aug 22, 2005 - 9:10 AM

[Jdog1385]

damn, didnt we try to do this before? i knew i should of waited

[jgreening]

damn, didnt we try to do this before?  i knew i should of waited 
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You can always get $200+ for those stock skirts JDog.

[WannabeGT4]

Thats two.  Lagos? Wannabe? Madmods? This will likely be a one time thing if it happens.
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I'd love to get a set but I don't have the money to spare for them right now. If I had a final price and a due date for payment/downpayment I might be able to scrape up some cash for these.

This post has been edited by WannabeGT4: Aug 22, 2005 - 11:35 AM

[Jdog1385]

You can always get $200+ for those stock skirts JDog.

possibility but then i have to get the jdms painted. keep me on reserve...if you really need another person i might be down.

[Aaagogo]

hang on... is it 500 per set of skirts shipped?

or 5 ppl and a total of 500 shipped

[jgreening]

hang on... is it 500 per set of skirts shipped?

or 5 ppl and a total of 500 shipped
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lol....per set. Only for people who are fanatical. Here is a better picture:

[shin]

those skirts are hot.. but i don't think i would be able to afford them right now. i mean if i have $500 to spare. i might spend it on injectors 1st.

[Defgeph]

I'm in 100%
DEF

[jgreening]

1. jgreening
2. presure2
3. defgeph
4.
5.

Only two more...

[jgreening]

The guy in the UK emailed me back today and the price was 378 pounds ($675) shipped per set for 5 sets. I was quoted $600 for one set last year so something is not right. I emailed him again pointing this out and asking for clarification. If we can't get it down to around $500, I am not going to run the group buy.

This post has been edited by jgreening: Aug 24, 2005 - 3:27 PM

[presure2]

To let everyone know, I am working on a solution here that will bring these skirts to the U.S. for UNDER $500 per pair.  We will need a few more buyers though.  This is still in development but the quality should be top notch.  I will release details as they become available.
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NICE!
do your thing, jay, lets make this happen!!

[jgreening]

Good News TRD Skirt Lovers!

Shipping prices from the UK company were unreasonable. Also, the skirts are expensive by themselves. As a result, I contacted our own Doggy a.k.a. Romas of DCW and he has agreed to make these in a group buy IF there is enough interest. Of course, you can expect the quality and fitment that buying from Doggy always means. The preliminary prices are as follows:

5 buyers: $435 per set shipped to your door.
8 buyers: $405 per set shipped to your door.

We will need a deposit of $100 to confirm your interest. The group buy is only guaranteed to be open until we have 5 buyers. If there is continued interest, we may hold it open for a short while longer to get the price down a bit. These prices are subject to change based on how much the originals need to be reworked and how much material will be required. Realistically, a set could cost $35 more or less depending on circumstances. If you are not in the U.S. your price might be more (or less if you are near Romas)

We will need five members for this to work out. Manny, DEF and I are in. That means we need at least two more.

1. jgreening
2. presure2
3. defgeph

This post has been edited by jgreening: Aug 25, 2005 - 5:37 PM

[Defgeph]

hey since Romas is making these skirts i want him to fly over with mine.
I want the full DCW treatment....

Awesome Job guys...... .


I cant wait.

[Jdog1385]

wow, im the 8th buyer if you get to it. and if you need a 5th, pm me.

[presure2]

HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHE SUPER WOOOOT!
Romas, your the MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dustin15brown]

Hey Manny... can I snag your lotus skirts now that you're getting these?

[FORGMANN]

just to add some info these are TRD sideskirt replicas and are made to match with front and rear sides that chris c is selling ...

BTW not the 98 ss-III style the other ones ..

[Batman722]

I am considering...

[jgreening]

GOOOOOO BATMAN!

[WannabeGT4]

When is the $100 due and about how long will production take?

[jgreening]

When is the $100 due and about how long will production take?
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$100 will be due when group buy closes - hopefully within a few weeks. Production and delivery is estimated at 4 weeks from the time we get the original skirts. I do not yet know about their availability so I will have to see. Assuming they are available, time should be under 6 weeks. I will let Romas chime in if he thinks differently. Please realize that all times are estimates based on Doggy's schedule and little information regarding the availability of original skirts.

This post has been edited by jgreening: Aug 26, 2005 - 11:00 AM

[presure2]

Hey Manny... can I snag your lotus skirts now that you're getting these?
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dustin, youve asked that before, ive told you NO.
stop asking.

[WannabeGT4]

When is the $100 due and about how long will production take?
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$100 will be due when group buy closes - hopefully within a few weeks. Production and delivery is estimated at 4 weeks from the time we get the original skirts. I do not yet know about their availability so I will have to see. Assuming they are available, time should be under 6 weeks. I will let Romas chime in if he thinks differently. Please realize that all times are estimates based on Doggy's schedule and little information regarding the availability of original skirts.
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That's cool. I was just looking for a rough estimate. I think that'll be enough time to comfortably arrange the procurement of funds.

[jgreening]

When is the $100 due and about how long will production take?
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$100 will be due when group buy closes - hopefully within a few weeks. Production and delivery is estimated at 4 weeks from the time we get the original skirts. I do not yet know about their availability so I will have to see. Assuming they are available, time should be under 6 weeks. I will let Romas chime in if he thinks differently. Please realize that all times are estimates based on Doggy's schedule and little information regarding the availability of original skirts.
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That's cool. I was just looking for a rough estimate. I think that'll be enough time to comfortably arrange the procurement of funds.
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Great. Does that mean we should put you down for a set?

[kdash]

i cracked mine recently and don't feel like fixing it back up so you can count me in. be ready to pay in full anytime.

[jgreening]

1. jgreening
2. presure2
3. defgeph
4. kdash

[jgreening]

I got good news on the timing in getting the skirts. There is a one day wait from the supplier. The 5-6 week estimate from the time the group buy closes should be close assuming doggy doesn't have unexpected delays in production.

[presure2]

this is good stuff, jay!!!!

[WannabeGT4]

This is the toughest decision I've had to make in a long time. The skirts are definately hot but I just can't do it. I've got way too many other obligations that are just too important to neglect. Good luck with the GB.

[jgreening]

I totally understand wannabe.

These skirts, like my rims, are something that have weighed on me since I decided I wanted to mod the stock parts. Although in both cases the pieces were more than I wanted to spend, I knew I wouldn't be happy until I had my preferred choices despite the fact that there were cheaper alternatives available. Let us know if you change your mind. The group buy will be open for a while longer.

[doGGy]

^

[jgreening]

We need one more person for this group buy. When we get that person, I am going to close the group buy and get going on production. Please jump in if you want in. The tentative price for the TRD Skirts is $435 shipped to your door.

[jgreening]

Manny, Geph, and K-dash: I have communicated with Romas and he is willing to get this going. With only 4, the estimated price is $445 per set. We can leave the group buy open through production and the price might go lower. We will have to make our deposit $125 to start right now. Please weigh in if you want to go forward now or wait for more people. My vote is we move forward.

This post has been edited by jgreening: Aug 31, 2005 - 4:30 PM

[presure2]

Manny, Geph, and K-dash: I have communicated with Romas and he is willing to get this going.  With only 4, the estimated price is $445 per set.  We can leave the group buy open through production and the price might go lower.  We will have to make our deposit $125 to start right now.  Please weigh in if you want to go forward now or wait for more people.  My vote is we move forward.
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ok jay, we can do that if the others are ready, i can pay next friday.

[kdash]

i'm always ready just tell me where to send the money to and i'll send it. it's through paypal right?

[Defgeph]

yeah I'm in, I get paid next thursday.

DEF

[jgreening]

allright guys. I will communicate with Romas and then get you some instructions for payment.

[doGGy]

Jay,

I talked with my Friend in UK (he lives in London) and he is ready anytime to pick up skirts, just let me know when and how

[jgreening]

Guys, I have pm'd Romas. When I hear from him, I will post the details on payment.

[jgreening]

I have spoken to Romas and he has indicated that he wants to be paid in a lump sum from the group buy. As such, you will each need to send your deposits to me. You can do this by paypal or money order. If you do it by paypal, you will have to pay the paypal fees because I am not going to absorb them. The paypal fees for the skirts will be $14 total. This should be added to your deposit if this is your preferred method of payment.

Send me a pm with your preferred method of payment. I will then give you either my address or my paypal account information depending on if you want to send a money order or pay by paypal. The deposit amount is $125 by money order sent to my house or $139 by paypal.

The balance will be approximately $325 ($20 off either way depending on production costs) and due once production is complete. If you pay the initial amount by money order, the second installment must be the same way - unless you want me to add paypal fees to the balance). If you pay the initial amount by paypal, no additional paypal fees will be imposed on the balance payment.

The price might drop if others get in in the next several days. Romas will be making a run of these so for anyone considering getting in on this group buy, sooner is better than later. Once the production run is complete, I cannot guarantee that additional sets will be made.

[jgreening]

Lets get the downpayment to me within a week to 10 days. I am going to do what I can to prevent this from becoming another "VIS-like" group buy. I need to have cooperation from everyone though.

[kdash]

i'm very sorry to tell you this guys especially after completing my turbo kit but my mom gave me a deal that i can't refuse. well...she said if i put everything back to stock both bodywork and engine and give the car to my sister she'd buy a tt supra for me, meaning that i'm gonna have to back out on this deal. beleive me if this didn't occur i would be down for this gb but i REALLY want a supra so i hate to say this but i can't get in this gb. hope this go well for you guys and thanks for everything.

[doGGy]

as i thought.........

[jgreening]

There is no swearing on this website so I will not say anything.

[presure2]

There is no swearing on this website so I will not say anything.
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haha i hear ya, jay. no worries, whatever they end up costing, im IN.
no ands, ifs or buts.
"if IFS and BUTS were CANDY and NUTS, we'd ALL have a merry christmas!!!"

[jgreening]

bump for more participants. This will likely be a one-time group buy so get em now. You will have at least 60 days to save for them.

[1900WattCelica]

i'm very sorry to tell you this guys especially after completing my turbo kit but my mom gave me a deal that i can't refuse.  well...she said if i put everything back to stock both bodywork and engine and give the car to my sister she'd buy a tt supra for me, meaning that i'm gonna have to back out on this deal.  beleive me if this didn't occur i would be down for this gb but i REALLY want a supra so i hate to say this but i can't get in this gb.  hope this go well for you guys and thanks for everything.
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You are not my friend anymore....



Hmm....I wonder if I can get away with this...see that gauge in my fender?:

[jgreening]

i'm very sorry to tell you this guys especially after completing my turbo kit but my mom gave me a deal that i can't refuse.  well...she said if i put everything back to stock both bodywork and engine and give the car to my sister she'd buy a tt supra for me, meaning that i'm gonna have to back out on this deal.  beleive me if this didn't occur i would be down for this gb but i REALLY want a supra so i hate to say this but i can't get in this gb.  hope this go well for you guys and thanks for everything.
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You are not my friend anymore....



Hmm....I wonder if I can get away with this...see that gauge in my fender?:


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It doesn't look like anything that couldn't be fixed reasonably cheaply.

[presure2]

J, ill have the money to you mid next week.

[Coomer]

Oh man, this is tempting...soooooo tempting. I'll have to think for a day and then I'll post back here.

[1900WattCelica]

It doesn't look like anything that couldn't be fixed reasonably cheaply.
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Haha reasonably cheaply hehe, I like that.

What I am getting at is I wonder if I can get away with just bolting the skirts on and covering up the indent. I actually got a quote for it, and because my dad really swung out hard into one of our ramps There was alittle damage to the rocker panel.... I was quoted 800 bucks! I honesly could care less though, I can open the door just fine and it drives like nothing happened. Idk what do you guys think...think I can just get away with covering it up..It looks like the skirt will more than cover it up.

[jgreening]

Manny, don't pay until further notice. Romas indicated that he wanted 5 people and was doing us a favor by going to 4. I am not even going to ask him to go to 3 because making the mold for 2 sets of skirts isn't worth his hassle.

Coomer, I have a vision for your car....OEM rear splitters and these babies....

1900Watt Celica....I think the skirt will cover almost all if not all of the damage PLUS....you can be the only cheesehead in the world with these skirts

[1900WattCelica]

Ok Ok Ok, Im all but sold on this. So its 435 as soon as we have 5 guys confirmed for this, with a 100 dollar initial deposit? Thats the deal for 5 sets correct?

[jgreening]

Ok Ok Ok, Im all but sold on this.  So its 435 as soon as we have 5 guys confirmed for this, with a 100 dollar initial deposit?  Thats the deal for 5 sets correct?
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Correct.

1. jgreening
2. presure2
3. defgeph
4. 1900WattCelica

just one more guys.

[1900WattCelica]

Coomer?

[jgreening]

bump for a rare item in the U.S. I know one of you people want these....

[jgreening]

Coomer, Wannabe, and Jdog - if all of you guys get in, these skirts will likely be less than $400 for the set.

[1900WattCelica]

Coomer, Wannabe, and Jdog - if all of you guys get in, these skirts will likely be less than $400 for the set.
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[jgreening]

Where are you people that love these skirts? You will have at LEAST 60 days to save for them. All you need to come up with now is a measly $100. Get on it folks.

[Coomer]

I've got a sale pending for some side skirts...so this isn't looking too promising for me. Just figured I'd post so you guys aren't waiting on me.

[jgreening]

I've got a sale pending for some side skirts...so this isn't looking too promising for me. Just figured I'd post so you guys aren't waiting on me.
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Thanks Coomer. Post an update when you know if your sale goes through.

[d-roCk]

im interested... would these skirts look good with some front spliters? and could i pay 435 right away if i decide on buying these?

[jgreening]

im interested... would these skirts look good with some front spliters? and could i pay 435 right away if i decide on buying these?
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These skirts would look absolutely HOT with front splitters - and the height match would be perfect IMO. And, yes, you can pay in full. Should I put you down?

[d-roCk]

add me to the list. and i'll send the money any time thru paypal and i'll add the 14 for the fees.

[jgreening]

1. jgreening
2. presure2
3. defgeph
4. 1900WattCelica
5. d-roCk

[jgreening]

We are back in business fellas. I will need to know whether you want to pay your deposit by money order or paypal. The price is back down to $435 and the deposit is back down to $100 by money order or $114 by paypal. If you pay by paypal, there is no extra paypal fee on the balance. If you pay by money order, you must pay balance by money order unless you are prepared to pay paypal fee on balance.

Remember the prices are only estimates as Doggy has indicated that it may take slightly more or less material. However, he has indicated that it shouldn't be any more than $20 more and could be up to $50 less.

Deposits are due ASAP. Let me know if you want my mailing address (to pay by money order) or paypal address (to pay by paypal) and I will PM you the information.

For those of you that are "thinking" about this, I suggest you get in sooner rather than later because it may be too late.

Pure sideskirt sex coming to the states!

This post has been edited by jgreening: Sep 15, 2005 - 4:49 PM

[d-roCk]

i can't wait to see these on my car... its gonna be soo hot! i also need your paypal address j

[jgreening]

i can't wait to see these on my car...  its gonna be soo hot!  i also need your paypal address j
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PM sent.

Manny, Jeff an 1900 (remind me of your name again....I should remember since we met at the starved rock meet) -

Let me know how you want to pay.

[d-roCk]

I already set you the 114 deposit keep me updated on when i should pay the rest!

[Defgeph]

I'm going to send using paypal. PM me ur email and I'll send $114 next thursday we I get paid.


Thanks Jay,

Jeff

[jgreening]

1. jgreening - deposit paid
2. presure2
3. defgeph
4. 1900WattCelica
5. d-roCk - deposit paid

This post has been edited by jgreening: Sep 16, 2005 - 4:28 AM

[1900WattCelica]

Matt here lol, I have PMed you

[jgreening]

Jeff, PM sent

Matt, PM replied.

Give me a shout Manny.

I want to keep things moving so that this doesn't end up like a VIS group buy.

This post has been edited by jgreening: Sep 16, 2005 - 4:57 PM

[presure2]

np j, ill send payment via paypal next week

[jgreening]

Guys, I have promises from everyone to have deposits to me this week. When I have all the deposits, I will buy the first pair of skirts from the UK company and arrange for them to be delivered to Romas for Production. I will let Romas post here and say how long production will take. Anyone else who might be interested should say so SOON.

Jay.

This post has been edited by jgreening: Sep 22, 2005 - 12:01 PM

[1900WattCelica]

Payment en route via Snail Mail. But my state neighbors yours.

[1900WattCelica]

Bump! Anyone else want to get in on this! If so you will make it cheaper for you and us

[jgreening]

1. jgreening - deposit paid
2. presure2
3. defgeph
4. 1900WattCelica - deposit paid
5. d-roCk - deposit paid

[Defgeph]

deposit sent

DEF

[jgreening]

1. jgreening - deposit paid
2. presure2
3. defgeph - deposit paid
4. 1900WattCelica - deposit paid
5. d-roCk - deposit paid

[97lestyousay]

jay, IM IN 
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I didn't bother to read the rest, I want the Lotus style so If u r getting rid of them
Let me know.

[jgreening]

Update:

The UK supplier has indicated that he must charge me a 17.5% UK VAT (value added tax) to the skirts that we are purchasing since they will be purchased and picked up in the UK. This increases the price of the original skirts we are buying. Fortunately, we can get this extra cost back.

Romas is having a friend from London deliver the skirts to him. The supplier has indicated that the VAT can be refunded once the skirts leave the country. Apparently, there is a VAT form that must be stamped at the border. I need to know where to get one of these forms so that we can get it to Romas' friend. Any help would be appreciated. I will post a topic in the general section to see if some of our UK friends can help with this form.

I am waiting for Manny's deposit payment to buy the skirts.

[1900WattCelica]

Thanks for the update Jay

[presure2]

DAMN IT!!!
i totally spaced this out guys, im sorry.
i WILL have payment to you by the end of the week jay.

[jgreening]

DAMN IT!!!
i totally spaced this out guys, im sorry.
i WILL have payment to you by the end of the week jay.
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I've heard that before... ...j/k man.

In all seriousness, I need to straighten out this VAT thing and one of the other payments still needs to clear the Ebay check payment process so your tardiness is not really delaying anything at this point anyway.

[jgreening]

Update:

I received bank wire information from the vendor today.

There are three things that need to be done before the skirts are ordered.

(1) Confirm VAT tax return procedure (figured it out and have communicated with retailer)

(2) Receive payment from Manny

(3) Confirm receipt of e-check payment from Jeff.

Once these things are done, the skirts will be ordered. The retailer has indicated that he will have the skirts within 2 days. Then, I will work with Romas to have the skirts transported to Lithuania. I am not sure of the timing on this but I will try to find out. After Romas receives them, he has indicated 2-4 weeks for production. Then he will mail them to me and I will mail each of your sets out. It SHOULD be 60-90 days before everyone gets them. Obviously, much of this is beyond my control.

[jgreening]

Update:

Good news from Romas guys. He is having a friend pick up the skirts in England and take them to him. He said this should take 2 weeks max. This is less than I had assumed.

Skirts will be purchased very soon.

The UK supplier has not given me his physical address yet despite the fact that I have asked him 3 days in a row. He also has not confirmed for me that he has VAT form 407 and will fill it out for us. Once he does this and I have Manny's deposit, we will order the skirts.

Jeff's e-check payment has cleared.

/update.

Jay.