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Post by mvanco on Jun 9, 2008 13:55:54 GMT -5
Okay, I placed an order with MrScooters.com for an MC-54-150 Roadster. Mr Scooters price $1329.95. I called, got an answer on the 5th ring or so by a woman who just said hello. (as I read would happen) When I asked if I had reached Mr. Scooters she said yes and asked how she could help me. I asked if this version of the 150 had the MP3 capability and the B engine she assured me it was. I asked what the processing time was right now due to how busy she may be and she said within two days. She then asked me what state I was in and she estimated 5 or so days on shipping. I asked if she took orders by phone, she said no but the on-line form was very simple to use. By this time I had noticed a very distinct Asian accent but she spoke very good English. So I said goodbye and proceeded to the website. Their checkout is very simple and you can chose Google check out as well. First off I noticed a $26.60 discrepancy in price. Their checkout does not try to call your attention to this but when using Google checkout it says it is a surcharge...For what I am unsure I could call back and ask but at this point they are hundreds cheaper so I am not complaining yet. Final price $1356.55. I used Google check out for the added peace of mind. She said she would update tomorrow so I guess so will I.
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Post by mvanco on Jun 10, 2008 10:37:08 GMT -5
Today I received this message: info@lintopowersports.com <info@lintopowersports.com> Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 1:29 AM Reply-To: info@lintopowersports.com To: sales@mrscooters.com Hi, Thank you for purchasing at www.mrscooters.com using Google Checkout. We experience a update with Google Checkout and could not finish your order processing by Google Checkout at this moment. Can you please re-purchase your itema by adding them into the shopping cart. Then, check out with our security online system. Then, we guarantee we will rush your order for free. Thanks, MrScooters.Com www.mrscooters.comSo I did proceed to their check out and mysteriously that $26.60 surcharge was gone this time... I am order number 50. When searching info on Linto Powersports I found people both happy and unhappy with them due to the usual no communication, item not shipped, late refunds. The BBB gives them a D rating with one unresolved complaint and two resolved. Google checkout does not yet say the order was canceled through them so I will be calling them shortly. I made sure to put under customer notes this time that I was assured of the Mp3 and b engine to aid me in my complaint if I don't get it. I will most likely post this evening if I have a further update. On a side note how do you move a post I think until I receive the scooter to talk about that, this post should be in the dealer review section.
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Post by Jacine on Jun 10, 2008 11:38:42 GMT -5
I'll move the post for you.
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Post by mvanco on Jun 10, 2008 12:32:45 GMT -5
Thank You
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Post by rcq78 on Jun 10, 2008 13:46:30 GMT -5
I placed an order with Mrscooters.com last thursday for 2 MC-54B-250B scooters...They called me Friday & said they did'nt have 2 of the color I ordered,so they would ship them monday..I called them this morning & the guy said give him a hour & he would call me back with a tracking #...We I waited & recieved no call,so I call them back about 2 hours later & a women answered & said she would call me back in a few mins with the tracking #,Well no call back,so I called them back again & the women said she would call me back in 5 mins,Well she never did..After calling & calling with no answer a hour later I recieved a call back & they told me they have not been shipped yet,but they will be today,well we will see,I was told that yesterday.....So I'm waiting...They said they would e-mail my tracking # after 5pm pst....So,I will keep you up to date on this.....matter affact I was told they would be shipped friday,then monday & no they say today....
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Post by mvanco on Jun 10, 2008 16:10:31 GMT -5
Well, I just called again and was assured that my Google checkout was canceled. Google has put the money in my account on hold so they will not be able to charge me again (insufficient funds) until they free up that money. Everything is in limbo until they do that. If it is not freed up by tomorrow I will bring the emails to my bank and tell them to disallow payment. They are only hurting themselves here I will just pay a little more and get it from somewhere with good reviews. I tried to call linto powersports directly and got a busy signal, they no longer even have a web page. I will post again tomorrow. My opinion so far is that these people have no clue what they are doing. Most likely this is a couple who thought they would give drop shipping a try and Linto is not helping them at all.
*edit- read all posts everything was straightened out*
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Post by soulkutz on Jun 10, 2008 20:05:53 GMT -5
i live in vegas and decided to drive by there location listed on their website as a b&m sales bldg.. its not. its a ghetto ass apt. i wouldnt trust these guys at all. their website is deceptive. lies lies lies.. be warned
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Post by ZootScootRiot on Jun 11, 2008 0:45:44 GMT -5
Unfortunately the cheapest price online for a big ticket item like this, isn't always going to have the best service if any at all. Personally I think it's worth the little extra and deal with a reputable online dealer.
Good Luck! I wish you the best. Hopefully everything will work out in the end!
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Post by rcq78 on Jun 11, 2008 14:25:39 GMT -5
THIS PLACE IS A JOKE...I ORDERED 2 SCOOTS LAST WEEK & THEY TOLD ME THEY WOULD BE SHIPPED TODAY EVERYTIME I CALLED THEM.....THEN THIS MORNING A MAN CALLS & SAYS THEY ARE REFUNDING MY MONEY BECAUSE I SAID I WAS TIRED OF THEM LYING TO ME...SO,I CALL THE BANK & DISPUTED THE TRANSACTION...HOPE I DON'T WAIT TO LONG FOR MY MONEY....I WANT TO GET 2 SCOOTS FROM SCOOTERNITRO...
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Post by bkbroiler on Jun 11, 2008 15:11:19 GMT -5
Sounds like we can add Mrs. Cooters to the "stay away" list.
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Post by rcq78 on Jun 11, 2008 15:15:51 GMT -5
Yes,thats what I'm thinking....I won't deal with them no more & I hope I get my money back...
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Post by mvanco on Jun 11, 2008 20:39:42 GMT -5
Well today I received notice that Google was canceled, but the funds still have not been freed by them. So of course I get phone calls today about my insufficient funds even though I wrote 2 emails and gave them a call telling them it would happen. Like I said they are just a couple who thought they would try drop shipping. They do not pay attention to who orders what and who they are talking to to take notes on an account. My husband asked how hard it would be to become a dealer I may look into it and do a brick and morter no online sales though. So far I would say definitely in the stay away list. I am going to talk to my hubby to see if I should keep trying or cancel the order before they get my money.
*edit- read all posts I have now put mrscooters on okay list*
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Post by mvanco on Jun 12, 2008 21:33:23 GMT -5
Nothing much to report today still waiting for the funds in my account to be freed. I did however get my motorcycle permit on Wednesday! I also signed up for the training course which I start on the 18th.
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Post by mvanco on Jun 13, 2008 15:44:31 GMT -5
Okay becoming a dealer is a huge pain! Drop shipper is easy but an actual dealer is too much of a headache for me. Well today they got my money so I will be checking every so often to see when or if it ships.
So far what I can say is if you are dead set on going cheap be prepared to wait a while for your scoot. Also don't use Google check out apparently it is smarter than them. I am lucky I am a patient person I really wanted that scoot but don't have the money to buy it anywhere else hopefully it all works out!
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Post by mvanco on Jun 16, 2008 7:59:00 GMT -5
Well I got a message from them (message was sent Saturday) that my scoot will be shipped Monday but I recall that was a problem for someone else rcq78. We will see what happens.
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Post by shortstop21 on Jun 16, 2008 16:44:59 GMT -5
Well, I feel better now knowing that mine is on the way. I'm sure that yours is on the way too. Keep us posted on it. I did some research on mrscooters and all the complaints are the same. Poor communication and stuff like that. However, I couldn't find anywhere where someone actually did not get their scoot, so I guess that's a positive.
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Post by wh on Jun 16, 2008 19:59:53 GMT -5
I ordered a scooter from them today, I was almost order #100.
We'll see how it goes.
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Post by mvanco on Jun 17, 2008 11:53:16 GMT -5
Well today I checked my order status and it was shipped when I tracked it, it said it had been shipped Friday! They must not update right away so don't get flustered when your order is still processing, you may find it is almost at your door before it posts! Mine is due to be here Thursday! So They are definitely legit they are just new and don't have the flow of things yet. Even for a little inconvenience I saved a bundle. Now I just need to see the scoot when it comes so far I am going to change my status of them to a thumbs up. Go ahead and order from mrscooters.com
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Post by mvanco on Jun 17, 2008 16:48:51 GMT -5
What do you think my chances are of accidentally getting a 250B instead? A girl can dream can't she?
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Post by madmanjustice on Jun 17, 2008 19:38:00 GMT -5
What do you think my chances are of accidentally getting a 250B instead? A girl can dream can't she? That would be interesting for sure... Looking at the specs on the MC-54-150 and the MC-54-250 (non B), with the exception of the motor and top speed, the specs look identical. Like they took a MC-54-250 and put a 150cc engine in it. Although the Roketa site says it has 12" wheels in one place and 13" in another. It has the "B" trunk, but the "non-B" seat. It also has the "B" mirrors. Please keep us posted on what actually shows up. Their prices are certainly good.
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Post by shortstop21 on Jun 17, 2008 21:54:43 GMT -5
Well today I checked my order status and it was shipped when I tracked it, it said it had been shipped Friday! They must not update right away so don't get flustered when your order is still processing, you may find it is almost at your door before it posts! Mine is due to be here Thursday! So They are definitely legit they are just new and don't have the flow of things yet. Even for a little inconvenience I saved a bundle. Now I just need to see the scoot when it comes so far I am going to change my status of them to a thumbs up. Go ahead and order from mrscooters.com Yeah, I would say that they are a safe bet. You just have to be tolerable of them not answering the phone and getting back to you right away. I will admit that more than once, I got a little bent out of shape with them at the poor communication. However, it looks like it's all about to work out and save me a bundle. My 150cc Jamaica cost $1287.95 total.
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Post by rherald2 on Jun 17, 2008 22:46:50 GMT -5
I beat these guys order in huge bulk so they can keep the price down like right now on ther site the Jamica is $1,139.95. Cause I found a site that is you order six or more you get the about the same price. So they have wait for so many order to pass the savings to you and lucky for all scoot business. there getting the orders, with gas may be reaching $5 a gallon or more sales. Longer wait for future orders. I wish I had the money to buy 10 units have them in my garage and sale for 50 dollar profit per unit overtime quickly cause reorder and being local and on hand people will bye
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Post by mvanco on Jun 18, 2008 11:30:35 GMT -5
I called the shipping companies to try to track my order and all I got was that it is being shipped by train so they do not know exactly where it is but is is supposed to get to the next company on Thursday, then it will be delivered Friday. So I may not see my scoot till Monday! Shortstop21 are you going to try to get a refund on your rush processing fee? I would not recommend getting this to anyone wondering, I thought about it but didn't think it would be worth it when I asked how long processing time was when at the time glad I didn't after the problem with Google checkout. We are close enough wonder if we will get them same day shortstop21!
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Post by shortstop21 on Jun 18, 2008 13:18:13 GMT -5
I called the shipping companies to try to track my order and all I got was that it is being shipped by train so they do not know exactly where it is but is is supposed to get to the next company on Thursday, then it will be delivered Friday. So I may not see my scoot till Monday! Shortstop21 are you going to try to get a refund on your rush processing fee? I would not recommend getting this to anyone wondering, I thought about it but didn't think it would be worth it when I asked how long processing time was when at the time glad I didn't after the problem with Google checkout. We are close enough wonder if we will get them same day shortstop21! I got a call this morning from New Penn, which was the freight company bringing it to me. They wanted to know if I could be at my house at 10:30 this morning to take delivery!!! So, here I am, back at work with my new scoot waiting in the garage for me to come home to uncrate it. I did take the cardboard off the crate just to check it out and it's perfect. No shipping damage at all. The only thing was I got my second color choice (red) instead of my first color choice (black). What can you do about that though? I knew that could happen when I ordered it and I had first, second and third color choice. Oh yeah, mine got delivered right to my house on an 18 wheeler WITHOUT LIFTGATE!!!!! So, the truck driver, my neighbor and myself all lifted it off the truck without any harm to the bike or us. As far as looking for a refund on the rush shipping, I dont need to. It did get shipped last friday, I just didn't know about that until monday. Plus, I wasn't supposed to have it until tomorrow, so I got it a day early. I'm satisfied. I will post pics tonight.........
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Post by mvanco on Jun 18, 2008 15:23:11 GMT -5
Well I guess I won't be getting mine same day as here I sit with no scoot! NO LIFT GATE!! How the heck is little old me supposed to get it off the truck all my neighbors are old or people I wouldn't trust. Well I will just have to see if they can deliver it when my husband is home or my friends, everyone works but me!
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Post by mvanco on Jun 19, 2008 9:50:17 GMT -5
okay I checked the order status today and it said it was on it's way to Erie. So I called to see if I could schedule a drop off and they said they would bring it today!!! About an hour later I get a call back from them saying it is addressed to someone in Wisconsin!! I confirmed it is a black 150 mc 54...Yes I did not get the 250 by mistake =( She asked if I still wanted it even though it was addressed to someone else and I said as long as it is the model I ordered I would take it and it is their problem to sort out the rest! I will be calling to make sure the other guy is getting his and I am not somehow going to get two. Although I have been thinking about putting this one together and selling it for $2,000 and then ordering the 250...Mua ha ha! I don't know we will see!!
Oh and they said they do have a lift gate!
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Post by shortstop21 on Jun 19, 2008 18:30:57 GMT -5
okay I checked the order status today and it said it was on it's way to Erie. So I called to see if I could schedule a drop off and they said they would bring it today!!! About an hour later I get a call back from them saying it is addressed to someone in Wisconsin!! I confirmed it is a black 150 mc 54...Yes I did not get the 250 by mistake =( She asked if I still wanted it even though it was addressed to someone else and I said as long as it is the model I ordered I would take it and it is their problem to sort out the rest! I will be calling to make sure the other guy is getting his and I am not somehow going to get two. Although I have been thinking about putting this one together and selling it for $2,000 and then ordering the 250...Mua ha ha! I don't know we will see!! Oh and they said they do have a lift gate! I know I just got my scoot yesterday, but does anyone have any idea on how long it takes to get the MSO stuff? I want to get this thing plated and on the road!!!
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Post by mvanco on Jun 20, 2008 16:49:27 GMT -5
My new baby is sooo pretty! It did receive minor damage in shipping and for some weird reason the mirror was broke off in the handle bar, then the top half was put under the seat with the other one. My husband says the way it is damaged it looks like it was tipped over when fully assembled then repackaged? The crate was pretty beat up when it came so I took pictures of it still on the lift gate and opened up the ripped cardboard and took a pic of the damage there. A tiny crack in the right foot panel and lots of scratches. I changed out the fluids and filled her with premium gas turned her over and....nothing....again....nothing....checked out the fuel lines. hey is that a kink? yep, straightened it out and RRRRrrraaaaaa. It LIVES!!!! here is some info:
It Does NOT have a remote start stop or alarm It does have 13 inch tires It does have MP3 hook up Nice storage and well made trunk The lock for the gas is a joke and can be pulled open with the greatest of ease The seat is Huge for the driver Itty Bitty for passenger The seat is pretty hard This thing is pretty heavy and wider than I thought it would be Since I have not ridden it yet that is all I got for now till I do more hope that helps some people I am going to start posting more info on my other thread "Roketa MC 54 150"
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Post by mvanco on Jun 24, 2008 17:46:14 GMT -5
Okay got my scoot on the 19th (6-19-08) and still no MSO I have heard someone else has been waiting over 2 weeks for thiers and shortstop21 has been waiting a week. I emailed them and this is what happened:
I was wondering when I will recieve the MSO for my Scooter
M Vanco *my address here in PA*
MC 54- 150 Black Vin *****************
If you need any more info contact me Reply Forward sales@mrscooters.com to me
Reply you are perfectly on track. thanks.
From: m vanco Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2008 6:30 PM To: sales@mrscooters.com Subject: MSO order 50 M Vanco
WOW polite and informative.......Yeah.......That was the day I got my Scoot, nothing since.
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Post by mvanco on Jun 24, 2008 17:57:31 GMT -5
Is there something you can do to get a title for a scoot if the company won't send an MSO? Kind of like a lost title application? MrScooters is once again leaning to the bad side having the scoot means nothing without an MSO. It's like paying 1,400 for a stolen scoot.....or a lawn orniment, I will admit it looks better than a truck on blocks but if I wanted to go that route I would not have paid that much!
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