Posted 2010-02-03 13:59:14
Well guys, it sounds like you've got it all worked out. Judge, jury and executioner, typical Thai Visa style.
I'd just like to clarify a few points. Firstly we are not a sinking ship, failing business, going belly up etc, far from it. There are no plans to close the business, flee etc as suggested by the "experts" on the forum. Business goes on as normal, all be it a bit quiet at the moment as it always is at this time of year, but the order books are looking pretty good for the coming months. The car rental branch is at capacity as it always usually is.
I personally live in the UK these days, have done so for the past 3 years mainly to run a couple of businesses I have here, and to put my kids through school, not that it's of anyone's business. 15 years of being in Thailand made me feel like a break. I have semi regular trips to Bangkok, and may plan to move back in a few years time. The day I went to the UK I made sure everyone knew and it's clearly stated on the main page of our website. I have competent staff running the business and am in daily contact with the Bangkok office.
The 10 people effected by the issue currently being discussed will be compensated one way or another, they have to be dealt with all at the same time, it would be unfair to be selective. There is an on going court case as already mentioned, and as also mentioned I'm working on other ways of off loading these vehicles and getting a decent return to the buyers. In the meantime if they decide to persue their own legal action then that is down to them like Mr. P doing down in Phuket. I'd probably do the same myself. They have all been told this and know where they stand.
There seem to be a few name callers, flamers etc here who have been posting here, hiding behind their online pseudonyms. I imagine these are people who have enquired to us to buy a car over the years and may have been shocked by the cost of vehicles here compared to their home countries leaving a bad taste in their mouths, probably can't afford what they want, or were unable to secure finance, but I can only speculate on that. Some people just have to be D*cks on online forums! If anyone wants to take exception to Tim in the office then I suggest you get from behind your computer screen and pay the man a visit in the office in Bang-Na.
Regarding the Thai Visa advertising. I think we pay 3K a month to advertise here, and in truth doesn't bring us much business compared to Google Ads or the Bangkok Post amoungst others. If the powers that be decide to ban the Ads for whatever reason then so be it. I don't think we'll be losing any sleep over it. Most here seem to treat it as a privilege for some reason. Anyone can advertise if they are prepared to pay!
To Barry: I thought your issue had been resolved a long time ago as I haven't heard from you since early last year. The circumstances surrounding that vehicle are exceptional, and seriously doubt you have anything to worry about. However it's unfortunate you can't sell it on yet. You can always email me.
My phone numbner is clearly displayed on the website front page as it always has been, not exactly a state secret, and calling Interpol about VAT?? Please! However I did throw a fag end on Silom a few years back, you may be able to get me for that!
Anyway I think I've summed up most of my thoughts that I wanted to express here, so in your own time pick them apart and "Flame On!"
Regards
Andy Wing
Expat Motors
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Gary A, on 2010-02-01 21:09:29, said:
