Canon 5D MK II Brand new, sealed with 2 years manufacturers worldwide warranty

S

ShaunHill

Suspended / Banned
Messages
127
Edit My Images
Yes
Seen this going for £1,400 including postage from US. This includes 24-105mm, 2 years manufacturers worldwide warranty, all original accessories in sealed (unopened) state. Link: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CanonEOS5...ps=63&clkid=236405667280560463#ht_1042wt_1185

Seller has reassured me that I will not have to pay duty but has failed to explain why. I have asked about VAT and they have told me to contact HMRC (which I have, but have a feeling I will be waiting a long time for a reply).

I haven't seen anyone leave feedback for purchasing this item from the seller (who doesn't have much feedback and usually sells cheap accessories or computer hardware which costs no more than £200).

Does anyone have any idea whether this is dodgy and how much duty and VAT do you think I would have to pay on top when declared?

Even if duty and VAT overall equated to £200 this is a good deal so long as it is genuine. I would make the purchase with a credit card to protect the payment if there were any problems.
 
He has 27 feedback sales and only one of those sales was over £100 the rest were under £30 and none of them were camera equipment. Its your money your choice, if it was me ? I would leave well alone tbh.
He says he had 2 and has sold one (yesterday) why not wait for the feedback from that sale ( I know, he who waits loses out but.............)
Alternatively give him a phone and try and get a gut feeling. His mobile number is under contacts at the end of the listing.
 
Mmm the address says Petros Building Services and when you google street view its a Halal fruit and veg Cash and Carry with flats above. :nono:
However if you buy from Ebay and pay by PayPal I think the degree of protection is quite good but I am unsure about goods bought outside the UK. I would suggest a fair bit of homework first.

Oh and its a mobile phone number not a land line and don't even get me started on that contact email address. :thinking:
 
Last edited:
you would struggle to find a refurb model for that price in the USA, you know its dodgy so forget it as you will not be getting a bargin, just hassle.
if it looks to good to be true it usually is.
 
I just want to know what happens with the other buyer (presuming it isn't a friend leaving positive feedback).
 
I would avoid, go with companies with good feedback off the site...
 
Sheepdisease said:
I just want to know what happens with the other buyer (presuming it isn't a friend leaving positive feedback).
Click to expand...

I sense your keen to pursue this and on the face of it who wouldn't ! Its an awesome price but you see there lies the problem, with a price that's too good to be true and all the suspect points I have already outlined (location,number,feedback,email etc) do you really want to take a chance on nearly £1400 ?
 
I doubt he would accept credit card as payment but if he did then check your credit card T&Cs carefully. Better still phone them up and explain exactly the transaction details and let them guide you.
 
Gazamonk said:
I doubt he would accept credit card as payment but if he did then check your credit card T&Cs carefully. Better still phone them up and explain exactly the transaction details and let them guide you.
Click to expand...

I called them up yesterday, explained I wasn't sure about an ebay purchase and would be paying for the item with credit card using paypal and they said it would be covered.

There is still an issue relating to customs and VAT, anyone able to work out what it would come to?
 
Over to someone else for that line of enquiry I'm afraid, Anyone ?
 
go on the hmc website from memory it can be about 26% as you may get hit with an import tax too, though its a while since I checked.
 
I could do with a more precise idea. That would take it up to approx. £1,750.
 
Info below is from here... http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/customs/tax-and-duty.htm In particular I have highlighted a relevant section. Looks like the HMRC are the only people who can give you sound advice on this.








Custom Duty rates for specific products

Customs Duty is charged as a percentage of the total value of the goods - that is the sterling equivalent of the price paid abroad.
To work out the percentage, each type of product is given a 'commodity code'. This tells you what the Customs Duty rate percentage is for that particular product, based on whether it's being imported or exported.

There are around 14,000 different classifications. The duty rate percentage for each may vary according to the country the goods come from. The average percentage is between 5 and 9 per cent, but it can be as low as 0 per cent or as high as 85 per cent.

To find out the Customs Duty rate for a product you can contact HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) VAT Helpline or the Customs, International Trade & Excise enquiries.
Click to expand...


Goods imported to the UK from outside the EU are subject to import VAT, unless they are brought in as part of your duty free allowances.
Import VAT rate

The percentage charged is the same VAT rate that applies to similar goods that are sold in the UK.

The import VAT percentage rate is applied to the total value of the goods. In the case of goods brought in this is the sterling equivalent of the price paid abroad, as shown on the receipt. In the case of goods posted from outside the EU, it is the amount on the Customs Declaration, which includes the price paid for the goods, the cost of transport, postage and packing, insurance and any duty that may be payable.

Introduction to VAT
Import VAT allowances

If you're posting goods to the UK, or ordering them from a non-EU country, you, or the importer only have to pay import VAT above a certain value - however please note that from 1 April 2012 all merchandise sent to the UK from the Channel Islands is subject to import VAT. The import VAT relief value is different if you're posting a gift.
Import VAT in different situations

You can find out more about how import VAT and other taxes, duties or restrictions apply in the guides on bringing or sending goods to the UK under 'More useful links'.



If you need more information about Customs Duty, Excise Duty and import VAT, you can contact the VAT Helpline or the Customs, International Trade & Excise enquiries.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top