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Old 09-11-2012, 08:50 AM
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Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

I was looking to buy the HVAC selector switch at Gmpartsdirect. they have it listed for a good price. $38.75.
SHIPPING AND HANDLING on the other hand is listed as $410.27 bringing the total price to $449.02
I sent them an email hoping that this is a glitch in their system.
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Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"-blower-switch-gmpartsdirect.jpg
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

Yeah but you saved $ 1.52 buying it though them so it is a deal.. LOL.. I had to try it and it is funny but a serious glitche.. I got the same S&H charge...
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Oh no the savings are even better than that! I will save 37.23 ! Heck it's a damn good deal I'll have to order 2 just in case !
Sight unseen since they don't have a screen shot of the switch.
I'm really hoping they get back to me soon. My switch smoked. no AC. no fan. And the South Texas heat and humidity
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At least you have a good sense of humor about it.. I tried several other items and didn't have that problem, I did only that problem.. I didn't get it..
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

You might try acdelco 15-71113

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ACDelco-15-7...r#ht_500wt_839
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Well I heard back from GMpartsD...
Hi Tony,
I apologize for your inconvenience. Unfortunately, the part number you requested has been discontinued and is no longer available from GM. You will have to find an aftermarket source for this part. Thank you,
F Norton
GmPartsDirect.com


I guess it was easier to jack up the S&H than to take them off the website.
I think I will probably go for that ebay one . it looks like it's missing one pin. I'm betting it's for the non-AC cars. but I can fix that.. one way or anther.
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

i think i have an ac control in the garage if you want it. ill have to take a look.
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i went ahead and bought the one on ebay... $10 with shipping n handling. that way I have a brand new switch.
7thDA I'll keep you in mind and if this one doesn't work out I'll PM you. I really apreciate the offer.
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

I used to get my seat belt push button kits from them untill they started charging 50 dollars shipping and handling per pack.Used to get 10 packs for around 43 dollars.Now they want 550 dollars.It states that they are haz mat which is totally rediculous
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

rms auto parts has that switch in stock, 70$ total, I noticed you already bought it, just puttin this out there cause its hard to find this part
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

Have bought from them multiple times. Best deal is with smaller items for sure. But compared to local dealer prices they almost always beat them handily.

That said there website has been screwed up lately. I ordered 102 dollars in parts and the total showed 902 dollars. Course pointed that out to them and they say they will get the website fixed. The web designer should be fired.........800 extra ?
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

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I used to get my seat belt push button kits from them untill they started charging 50 dollars shipping and handling per pack.Used to get 10 packs for around 43 dollars.Now they want 550 dollars.It states that they are haz mat which is totally rediculous

Error on the shipping and handling is all. I had to point out an 800 dollar mmistake on mine.................ridiculous but true. Website is jacked up.
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

Seems Like None Of Those GM Parts Websites Are Ever Updated,You Order A Part That Is Clearly Listed On Their Site,Only To Get An Email A Day Or Two Later Saying "Sorry That Part Has Been Discontinued by GM".

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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

I think they may be one of the sites that instead of marking something as "out of stock", they simply make the shipping price ridiculous.
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

GMpartsdirect has been known to be very high on shipping period. I'm sure it's how they make sales profit.
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

Regardless they are cheaper than dealer even with shipping. Have ordered from them many times and if they say the part is out of stock check with your local dealer and have them do a search. Partsdirect only looks at warehouses.
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Re: Gmpartsdirect must do a lot of "handling"

Originally Posted by InfernalVortex
I think they may be one of the sites that instead of marking something as "out of stock", they simply make the shipping price ridiculous.
As noted above their website is having issues on handling prices........renew the page and it straightened my last order up.
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