Originally Posted by yater
I'm not interested in service. I want parts. If the bike shop had them in stock, I would consider the shipping cost and probably be willing to pay a little extra for the availability. I don't care what it costs them to get the parts. If they are losing money, step aside and let the market determine it's course. Until they do that, I'll get my parts cheaper and faster online. What don't you understand??
And why the reference to Napa? My truck doesn't eat parts but from what I've gathered, napa parts are always considerably cheaper than dealerships and always on hand. Why wouldn't you buy there?
Incredible!!! You would only consider paying a bit more for the fact that the business has them on hand. Used NAPA example because it is similar. Multitude of brands & parts & high inventory carry costs. You really don't care what it costs the business to get the parts but your willing to pay your online source for the shipping? UPS has about doubled their rates recently due to high fuel costs. Do you think the online co. is in business to loose money also? See you at Walmart when they are the only place remaining where you can get your bike parts locally.
NAPA is not always cheaper than the dealership by the way.