NOTICE: Trendix under new management

ScheerSpeed · 03-07-2007, 10:29 PM

i cancelled my paypal claim after carlos said his BS about car accident watever, now i cannot reopen my claim :'(

ehhhwik · 03-07-2007, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ScheerSpeed

i cancelled my paypal claim after carlos said his BS about car accident watever, now i cannot reopen my claim :'(

you canceled your claim too early my friend, did you pay with credit card?

s4iscool · 03-07-2007, 10:31 PM

does anyone even know these Trendix people in person? I wouldnt be surprised if these "names" dont even exist. and a BIG group buy on a product that takes a lot of TIME would be a perfect "smash and grab" way to go out. Again, I hope you all do not lose money, but its a great way to stall by telling people exactly what they want to hear.

I have seen things go bad like this on many forums that do not scrutinize their "sponsors" in depth.

If something doesnt feel right, go with your gut and bail while you can.

ScheerSpeed · 03-07-2007, 10:32 PM

no! paypal balance! paypal said there is nothing they can do since i closed the case.

ScheerSpeed · 03-07-2007, 10:34 PM

called....no answer! i think carlos does not use that phone number.

KL2DC · 03-07-2007, 10:36 PM

This is my account, but I am sure I speak for the rest in the Splitters GB

-Put my name down for GB for painted splitters on 11/21/2006

-Payment through Paypal for $215 on 12/01/2006
(Trendix promised 6-8 weeks delivery after payment)

-First big update to group was on 02/09/2007 - "The splitters are already in transport to us." By this time Carlos has taken over...apologies for delays expressed.

02/15/2007 - "The splitters have arrived at customs and should be in the paint shop sometime next week. Paint colors have been sent to the paint shop. So whatever you ordered will be the color painted. Carlos"

02/20/2007 - "The shipment is being pick up right now and will be going to the paint shop today! We are looking to try and have them shipped out to you guys by the end of this week."

02/21/2007 - "As a thank you to everyone that has waited so patiently for this GB we will offer Clear bra service for an additional $25. Those interested please PM me!"

02/21/2007 - Paypal'd Trendix another $25 for clearbra. A few others anted up their additional $25

02/26/2007 - "Looks like we will be shipping some out this week!"

And that's it, save for that "cut n paste" post yesterday. Today is 03/07/2007 None of us have received any indication of shipping etc.

sflgator · 03-07-2007, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by TrendixInc

Wow I am so glad that everyone is so concerned with my personal well being instead of the delayed shipment of their parts.......

First off I will apologize to everyone which have not received their products yet.

Secondly, everyone that has filed a dispute or made a claim with their credit cards will get their refund and I will have UPS reroute the delivery. If you receive the product already please have UPS send it back.

Everyone else who are still waiting will be getting their products later this week or early of next. We will also be giving all those of you who have patiently waited a $100 discount towards a later purchase with us.

Simply put there are no excuses for us but I am a one person operation with part-time help. Had issues with UPS then got into a car accident. I asked my part-time guy to help with some of the issues on the forums but he said he did not know where to start.

There are quite a few PM, emails, and voicemails which I will deal with one by one so if you haven't gotten anything yet it's not because I don't care but simply because I am swamped. I am sorry to have cause any inconvenince to anyone and understand if you want a refund.

Carlos

Carlos,

How can we believe you when you still don't reply to our PM's, posts, and phone messages????

Come on...let us know what's going on; otherwise, if you're not already out of business, you will be soon.

I think most, if not all of us would be happy if we could be assured that our products we ordered from you were shipped to us, and all of this negative stuff could turn into very positive posts raving about your products, customer service and value...you're making some very bad business decisions here, but it's not too late to fix things!!!! Just do it, or the credit card companies and PayPal will NOT allow you to screw people out their money. :mad:

btw -- I'm sure there are a few attorneys here who wouldn't mind getting involved...you could be in bigger trouble than you think.

ironic · 03-07-2007, 11:54 PM

I just opened a dispute. If you're busy on the orders Carlos, then all will be well, but int he mean time I have to protect myself. I will, hoever, escalate to a claim if this isn't resolved soon.

ehhhwik · 03-08-2007, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ironic

I just opened a dispute. If you're busy on the orders Carlos, then all will be well, but int he mean time I have to protect myself. I will, hoever, escalate to a claim if this isn't resolved soon.

yep, thats the way to go, my escalation day to a claim is this Friday at 12pm PST, i think thats plenty of time for Carlos to respond and at the same time protect myself

ZuerstBMW · 03-08-2007, 12:05 AM

The thing is, I dont think there is one person thats received anything from Carlos, not one

Micks-e92 · 03-08-2007, 05:55 AM

I finally had to open a dispute :mad:

noidea · 03-08-2007, 06:07 AM

Carlos, I had open a dispute with paypal. Please refund my money. I don't care you will ship or not. I just order from other vendor and they ship the springs to me straight-away. Thanks

panzer948 · 03-08-2007, 06:21 AM

Okay, here's my order info:

On 2-22-07, I PM'd carlos to check to see if he still had the E92 rear deck spoiler in stock. Surprisingly, he quickly responded that he had 2 left and.. "Just give us a call at the shop at 877-Trendix or leave me a number and someone will give you a call."

So I gave them a call and placed the order using my Visa (can't remember if they had to call me back, but I don't recall this being any issues upfront). He told me the same story about it would take a couple of weeks to get it to me due to the paint shop requirements.

I wasn't concerned at first until I saw the other complaints start to stir about a week later. So I sent a second PM and call to Trendix on Feb. 28th to check the status of my order. Carlos replied a day later with this: "The problems we are having now has to do with UPS and it is being taken cared of. As for your spoiler it has not finished yet from the paint shop. But should be done tomorrow. I will get on it and let you know when I get more info."

So far so good, but the complaints on the forums kept ramping up and he basically quit communication. To me it seems every order has a delay excuse, ours with the paintshop, the springs were UPS. Distruths eventually catch up.

So I tried another strategy this week, one that he souldn't pass up if he is a true businessman and not a _____. I called and PM'd him on Monday, March 5th and said there appears to be evidence that your company is having some problems. So that you don't have to worry about the extra expense and time of my product in the paint shop, I am willing to take the spoiler immediately as is, paint or no paint. However, if I don't hear from you soon, I will be forced to file a claim with my credit card company. Yesterday, I left similar message on his answering system.

Guess what, no response what so ever. Since he didn't jump all over this to make more profit, then I can only assume he wants 100% profit. :mad: But he wont out of my pocket. I can assure you of that

KL2DC · 03-08-2007, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ZuerstBMW

The thing is, I dont think there is one person thats received anything from Carlos, not one

There were some early happy cases, dealing with Trendix, especially with Steve around.

ZuerstBMW · 03-08-2007, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

There were some early happy cases, dealing with Trendix, especially with Steve around.

Yes, with Steve, but I havent heard anyone receiving anything from Carlos.

KL2DC · 03-08-2007, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ZuerstBMW

Yes, with Steve, but I havent heard anyone receiving anything from Carlos.

bait and switch?

A ponzi-esque situation?

noidea · 03-08-2007, 11:56 AM

************************************************** ********
Quote from Paypal: "Eligibility. Buyer complaints must be filed within 45 days of the payment. Even if the buyer’s claim is justified, the buyer will only receive a recovery if there are funds in the seller’s account. RECOVERY OF YOUR CLAIM IS NOT GUARANTEED."
************************************************** ********

Beware of the paypal dispute date guys ! Even Paypal is not that secure as what they have mentioned.

longtran · 03-08-2007, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

bait and switch?

A ponzi-esque situation?

in this situation, theres only bait. you get nada so it cant be switched.

just4kickz · 03-08-2007, 12:12 PM

45 days.... hahaha UHHH

ScBlacksunshine · 03-08-2007, 12:18 PM

You guys should just post all the bad experience on www.ripoffreport.com so everyone else thinking of purchasing from them will get exposure to their business pratice.

KL2DC · 03-08-2007, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by longtran

in this situation, theres only bait. you get nada so it cant be switched.

true, true....

s4iscool · 03-08-2007, 12:45 PM

ive said this over and over, paypal SCREWS PEOPLE OVER NON STOP, happens ALL THE TIME.

Thats why you need to use a CC through PAYPAL, the CC will stomp ALL OVER PAYPAL when they reject you. BUT you are still limited by time.

03-07-2007, 10:29 PM	#111
ScheerSpeed Major General 447 Rep 5,766 Posts Drives: '13 F30 Estoril M-Sport 335i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (14)	i cancelled my paypal claim after carlos said his BS about car accident watever, now i cannot reopen my claim :'(
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03-07-2007, 10:31 PM	#113
s4iscool Major 28 Rep 1,138 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Neccos iTrader: (2)	does anyone even know these Trendix people in person? I wouldnt be surprised if these "names" dont even exist. and a BIG group buy on a product that takes a lot of TIME would be a perfect "smash and grab" way to go out. Again, I hope you all do not lose money, but its a great way to stall by telling people exactly what they want to hear. I have seen things go bad like this on many forums that do not scrutinize their "sponsors" in depth. If something doesnt feel right, go with your gut and bail while you can.
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03-07-2007, 10:32 PM	#114
ScheerSpeed Major General 447 Rep 5,766 Posts Drives: '13 F30 Estoril M-Sport 335i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (14)	no! paypal balance! paypal said there is nothing they can do since i closed the case.
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03-07-2007, 10:34 PM	#115
ScheerSpeed Major General 447 Rep 5,766 Posts Drives: '13 F30 Estoril M-Sport 335i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (14)	called....no answer! i think carlos does not use that phone number.
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03-07-2007, 10:36 PM	#116
KL2DC Moderator 333 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	This is my account, but I am sure I speak for the rest in the Splitters GB -Put my name down for GB for painted splitters on 11/21/2006 -Payment through Paypal for $215 on 12/01/2006 (Trendix promised 6-8 weeks delivery after payment) -First big update to group was on 02/09/2007 - "The splitters are already in transport to us." By this time Carlos has taken over...apologies for delays expressed. 02/15/2007 - "The splitters have arrived at customs and should be in the paint shop sometime next week. Paint colors have been sent to the paint shop. So whatever you ordered will be the color painted. Carlos" 02/20/2007 - "The shipment is being pick up right now and will be going to the paint shop today! We are looking to try and have them shipped out to you guys by the end of this week." 02/21/2007 - "As a thank you to everyone that has waited so patiently for this GB we will offer Clear bra service for an additional $25. Those interested please PM me!" 02/21/2007 - Paypal'd Trendix another $25 for clearbra. A few others anted up their additional $25 02/26/2007 - "Looks like we will be shipping some out this week!" And that's it, save for that "cut n paste" post yesterday. Today is 03/07/2007 None of us have received any indication of shipping etc. __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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03-07-2007, 11:54 PM	#118
ironic Major General 271 Rep 8,338 Posts Drives: Jet Black 335i Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Francisco, Ca iTrader: (22)	I just opened a dispute. If you're busy on the orders Carlos, then all will be well, but int he mean time I have to protect myself. I will, hoever, escalate to a claim if this isn't resolved soon. __________________ Widebody 335i Project Car BUILD \| PHOTOSHOOT
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03-08-2007, 12:05 AM	#120
ZuerstBMW ¡Viva España! 404 Rep 7,803 Posts Drives: 24 G20 330i Skyscraper Gray Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL. iTrader: (68)	The thing is, I dont think there is one person thats received anything from Carlos, not one __________________ 24 G20 330i Skyscraper Gray Metallic Black, Open Pore Fine Wood Oak Grain Interior Trim MODS Clear Guard, 15% Ceramic Tint, Floating Caps
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03-08-2007, 05:55 AM	#121
Micks-e92 Private First Class 13 Rep 172 Posts Drives: 335i e92 - sl500 r230 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Madrid, Spain iTrader: (1)	I finally had to open a dispute :mad:
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03-08-2007, 06:07 AM	#122
noidea 89 Rep 620 Posts Drives: BMW E90 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: AUST iTrader: (1)	Carlos, I had open a dispute with paypal. Please refund my money. I don't care you will ship or not. I just order from other vendor and they ship the springs to me straight-away. Thanks
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03-08-2007, 06:21 AM	#123
panzer948 Lieutenant 88 Rep 432 Posts Drives: F82 M4 (April 2015 ED) Join Date: May 2006 Location: Charlotte, N.C. iTrader: (0)	Okay, here's my order info: On 2-22-07, I PM'd carlos to check to see if he still had the E92 rear deck spoiler in stock. Surprisingly, he quickly responded that he had 2 left and.. "Just give us a call at the shop at 877-Trendix or leave me a number and someone will give you a call." So I gave them a call and placed the order using my Visa (can't remember if they had to call me back, but I don't recall this being any issues upfront). He told me the same story about it would take a couple of weeks to get it to me due to the paint shop requirements. I wasn't concerned at first until I saw the other complaints start to stir about a week later. So I sent a second PM and call to Trendix on Feb. 28th to check the status of my order. Carlos replied a day later with this: "The problems we are having now has to do with UPS and it is being taken cared of. As for your spoiler it has not finished yet from the paint shop. But should be done tomorrow. I will get on it and let you know when I get more info." So far so good, but the complaints on the forums kept ramping up and he basically quit communication. To me it seems every order has a delay excuse, ours with the paintshop, the springs were UPS. Distruths eventually catch up. So I tried another strategy this week, one that he souldn't pass up if he is a true businessman and not a _____. I called and PM'd him on Monday, March 5th and said there appears to be evidence that your company is having some problems. So that you don't have to worry about the extra expense and time of my product in the paint shop, I am willing to take the spoiler immediately as is, paint or no paint. However, if I don't hear from you soon, I will be forced to file a claim with my credit card company. Yesterday, I left similar message on his answering system. Guess what, no response what so ever. Since he didn't jump all over this to make more profit, then I can only assume he wants 100% profit. :mad: But he wont out of my pocket. I can assure you of that __________________ ED Trip - April 2015: SO F82 M4 Link to Trip Report ED Trip - Jan. 2007: BS E92 335i Link to Trip Report
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03-08-2007, 11:56 AM	#127
noidea 89 Rep 620 Posts Drives: BMW E90 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: AUST iTrader: (1)	************************************************ **** Quote from Paypal: "Eligibility. Buyer complaints must be filed within 45 days of the payment. Even if the buyer’s claim is justified, the buyer will only receive a recovery if there are funds in the seller’s account. RECOVERY OF YOUR CLAIM IS NOT GUARANTEED." ********************************************** ****** Beware of the paypal dispute date guys ! Even Paypal is not that secure as what they have mentioned.
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03-08-2007, 12:12 PM	#129
just4kickz boku no namae ha... 349 Rep 11,023 Posts Drives: 2006 BS 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: S. Bay Area, CA + Newark, NJ + ChiCity + True Blue iTrader: (11) Garage List 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	45 days.... hahaha UHHH __________________ looking for a PreLCI Black Sapphire e90 front bumper without license plate holes "Akimbo shotguns. Broken wrists anyone? And don't give me that 'it's just a game' bull**. Where the are my akimbo interventions then?! One scope on each eye mother**er!!"
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03-08-2007, 12:18 PM	#130
ScBlacksunshine YUGO is my dream car 150 Rep 1,564 Posts Drives: Bayerische Motoren Werke Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: LBC iTrader: (2)	You guys should just post all the bad experience on www.ripoffreport.com so everyone else thinking of purchasing from them will get exposure to their business pratice. __________________
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03-08-2007, 12:45 PM	#132
s4iscool Major 28 Rep 1,138 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Neccos iTrader: (2)	ive said this over and over, paypal SCREWS PEOPLE OVER NON STOP, happens ALL THE TIME. Thats why you need to use a CC through PAYPAL, the CC will stomp ALL OVER PAYPAL when they reject you. BUT you are still limited by time.
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