hody21 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Anybody know anything about whats happening with them. There website isn't working properly and they have nothing on eBay. I think I can remember him telling me they were planning a new website some time ago so maybe that's why there is no activity. Anybody know anything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeredriver Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 There was a post on BFF about top tractor and it wasn't good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigX500 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 There was a post on BFF about top tractor and it wasn't good Yes there was. IT a shame never had any problems with buying any thing off him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newhollandt7050 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 As Far as i have heard, it wasen't good, as he was closing down, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMullen Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 His latest feedback on ebay makes intresting reading aswell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newhollandt7050 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 He Has had alot of negitive feedbacks on ebay, I brought a agartoy drill three weeks ago, and still haven't recivced it from him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbo Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 I recently bought the Profarm Bonnell cultivator from Ebay through TopTractor, after 3 weeks I hadn't received it so I emailed and one arrived within days. I know others have had their problems with him and I have found him aloof in the past but I can't fault him this time. He emailed me and said that the Post Office had lost the first one which is why he sent the second. Dear robbo2011, Hi, i know i sent another as RM claimed they could not find the ist ? Cheers - toptractoruk Send him a message, you might get a favourable response \ \ \ \ \ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PDH Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 All of the recent negative feedback is from one buyer, the rest is fine. I'm awaiting something from him at the moment. Got a mail earlier in the week saying he'd been ill but they may just be a smoke screen. I'll wait a few more days and see what happens and if nothing arrives then I'll escalate...........other dealers can be slow to deliver as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistol pete Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Have bought a few bits from him and never had any problems at all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM190 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 I heard the lights were being turned off and doors closed for good \ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gav836 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 I'm sure Geoff (remember he is a member on here) or Peter will fill us all in with the details as they are available Its never a good idea to spread or comment on rumours on someones business as it can cause grief to all those concerned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathan Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 i've bought from him on ebay in the last 2 weeks and everything has come very quickly compared to others on ebay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakescot Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 ive had a fair bit off Geoff in the past without any problems but I haven`t bought anything off him recently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ford Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 ive had a fair bit off Geoff in the past without any problems but I haven`t bought anything off him recently The same with me, no problems at all in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1/32 farmer Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 well iv have had no probles in the past BUT i am still waiting for my last order placed on the 14 of jan and payed for did have an email about being ill ?? now he has till the end of the week then ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianih634 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Still waiting for my item, bought and paid for on 5th of January, now waiting on a response to my enquiry of its whereabouts \ . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noel Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 I was in a similar position to people above, ordering items in early Janurary and didn't get them, to geoff defense he didn't have them in stock and tried to get them, he couldn't so refunded me, Another note which Geoff mentioned to me, he works another job as well!!! though if he mentioned this on his website i'm sure people would be more understanding. my two cents (for what its worth) Noel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PDH Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 Message received this morning: 'sorry to say Toptractor has ceased trading, however your purchase is ok as its a sold item but at moment all is held until I can get things sorted, but please be assured I will get this item sent to you and keep you updated'. A sad day for the hobby. Suspect anyone with outstanding orders with TT needs to check how they stand. Mine was an eBay buy so I'll wait a while and see then if necessary raise a claim on eBay/PayPal if nothing is forthcoming. I'm only the messenger in this.....I used to have frequent contact with Geoff and was heavily involved in building his website. However 15 months ago he decided on a business direction and I haven't spoken to him or had any contact with him since except as a very occasional customer. To me it would appear that the business decision and the economic climate have caused TT's demise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 Sad news indeed, hope Geoff is well and ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powerrabbit Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 I was told that Geoff had ceased trading quite some time ago now from other traders and suppliers, perhaps it's an unfortunate inevitability of the current economic climate and the vast amount of competition in the model market coupled with the recent increases in price from the manufacturers, importers and suppliers to the trade as they now want payment 'upfront' or on delivery for consignments which for a lot of traders is getting harder to do. Most are now cutting back on their stock orders and only holding what they are reasonably confident in selling according to their regular customer base. I have purchased from Geoff both privately and through eBay and been in direct contact with him frequently in the past and had always found him a really good person to deal with, totally honest and most accommodating. Geoff, if you are reading this, we will all miss your friendly business and whatever the future holds may you be truly happy and successful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archbarch Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 just like the choice of models has increased over the last few years so have the number of dealers, however the number of collectors hasnt, im surprised how they all keep going??? As said in previous post all best for the future Geoff. Rumours and hearsay!!! its good to aware of what maybe happening especially when hard earnt money is at stake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Palmer Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 ive also dealt with geoff,with never a problem, sad to hear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schw84 Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 I spoke to Geoff the other week and he wasn't negative about the hobby he purely said unlike other traders he did toptractor full time and as we all have seen there has been a slump in demand. this slump whilst ok for people doing it on the side wont support someone and their family. As far as he hinted it may not be a permanent thing, but until he has sorted himself with work which will substitute toptractor (turning it into a sideline) he would be cutting back. In the short term i think he probably needs to concentrate on earning money elsewhere until this silly recession finishes. I'm sure if you give him a ring he will be able to supply you with a model but people buy online and expect it the next day which is totally unrealistic at the best of times let alone when you have a 9-5 job also. So all the best Geoff and I hope that Toptractor starts again soon as I have been buying the majority of models from him over the past few years, at least it may give me a time to scale back my spending either that or I better just give someone else my credit card details : : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinbailie Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 Hi all,geoff is no longer trading which is a shame,but i got caught out.bought two models on the 4th january and he kept saying they were in the post but found out on monday the items were never posted.best regards colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Light Land Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 I've been in the same spot as the above post,ticked me off at the time but who knows what goes on behind closed doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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