With the Euro/Dollar rate in the tank, what is the Carnewal alternative?

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05-06-2008, 03:23 PM

mrsullivan

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With the Euro/Dollar rate in the tank, what is the Carnewal alternative?

Love Gert and Carnewal...great shopping experience, great buying experience, etc... but the exchange rate just kills it for me. Don't mind spending a bit more for the Carnewal experience, and have done so in the past....but just crazy expensive now.

So, what is the latest thinking on best alternate sources? Places like Sunset are great, but difficult to shop them online and dont always have the cool stuff that Carnewal does. Some examples of stuff I am looking to add to my new-to-me Carrera S...

- OEM 993 Cup Strut Brace
- thicker steering wheel
- suspension (probably ROW M030 setup)
- replacement headlight lenses
- clear corners
-etc.

thanks!

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05-06-2008, 03:50 PM

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My sources:

- Steering wheel - FVD Clearance
- Headlight lenses - autohausaz.com
- Clear corners - Pelican Parts
- Misc maintenance items - sunset imports (OR)

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05-06-2008, 04:00 PM

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If you're looking for OEM stuff that comes from Europe, the suppliers here will still get hit with the exchange rate and will have to pass it on. You may find some deals for a short while until they update their price lists for newer shipments.