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Repairs costs are always done on site and they will not quote a price over the phone. I do know that a Bucket GM costs $170 to replace the sticky lining and replace the thin leather around the top of the bag. BUT, if someone can stand to...I have used blue painter's tape to remove that Vulcanite lining exposing the flannel backing. All that nasty stuff will come off and I just used my shop vac to make sure I got all the debris.
 
#1,172
bagology said:
I just had the vachetta on my Cabas Mezzo completely redone - handles, chaps and the entire bottom of the bag. It was pricey - $840 but I basically got a new bag. Since they don't sell the Mezzo anymore and I use it all the time, I thought it was worth it in this case. Very happy with it! :smile1:
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Wow! Looks great! I have the same bag...it was my first premier designer purchase about 10 years ago so it means a lot to me. I'm going to send it in for full vachetta replacement. It's such an awesome and functional bag!
 
#1,173
bagology said:
I just had the vachetta on my Cabas Mezzo completely redone - handles, chaps and the entire bottom of the bag. It was pricey - $840 but I basically got a new bag. Since they don't sell the Mezzo anymore and I use it all the time, I thought it was worth it in this case. Very happy with it! :smile1:
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That was well well worth it! Great bag and now it gets a new life! 😃❤️
 
#1,174
Hi all, I recently purchased a pre loved Trousse Toilet 18 that is in dire need of a zipper replacement. The bag is pristine aside from the zipper, as the bag is from 1982 (and that it's no longer produced) will they still replace the zipper? Any guess as to cost?

Also, I'm thinking of having all the leather on my Mono Neverfull MM replaced. Any guess as to cost on that?

Thanks!
 
#1,175
Not a T5 specific question, but has anyone residing outside of the EU used the Global Blue downtown offices for refunds versus the airport? For example, in Paris, is it possible to process VAT paperwork for items purchased at LV at the Global Blue downtown, or is it necessary to do at airport? Thanks
 
#1,176
nerual13 said:
Oh to be sure, it is absolutely secondary!

I'm resisting Bond Street right now. I've thought about it and the items I was wanting (white MC items) were not items I considered buying in the US. This seems also to be a location based desire as I know those are all but gone. But, they don't fill any holes in my collection and so I'm going to resist.

I was able to reach Marie-Louise at the Heathrow boutique (thanks to a prior poster in this thread!) and she is going to try and get the Pochette Felicie GM in Magenta into the boutique for me in time. While not a piece I NEED, I just love the design and the color. I had originally planned on Brea PM, but just can't justify a bag that will likely not get a lot of use. So this will let me get that beautiful Magenta and it'll be a great popping out for errands / evening clutch. And so classic looking!

Also considering a second Neverfull, as I'm SO in love with mine! I have the Turquoise MM, so I could get another MM or possibly a PM. What do y'all think?
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What did you end up getting?!
 
#1,177
HavLab said:
Not a T5 specific question, but has anyone residing outside of the EU used the Global Blue downtown offices for refunds versus the airport? For example, in Paris, is it possible to process VAT paperwork for items purchased at LV at the Global Blue downtown, or is it necessary to do at airport? Thanks
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You could go to the downtown offices, there's several locations in London I believe. But you still need to get the customs stamps, so it's pretty much the same thing. If you don't turn in the paperwork with the stamps then they'll take the refund money back from you.
 
#1,182
Hello!!! So I have a discontinued 2006 Manhattan GM that is in bad shape. Handles needs replacement, full piping and the push buttons on the front of the buckles popped off on both sides. My SA saidaround $1400 to fix everything. im not sure if it's worth fixing? Also, If it's a discontinued bag, how would they still be able to replace the parts(buckles)? If they can't fix it, would I get a call once they look at it at the repair factory?? What do they offer of they can't fix it? Just wondering if it's happened to anyone. The bag retailed for $2100+ when new. I can't Justify spending that much, but it's also in too bad shape to carry around. :/ any opinions??? Thanks!!! Lastly, has anyone got a "discount" for doing multiple major repairs?
 
#1,183
OCWifey said:
Hello!!! So I have a discontinued 2006 Manhattan GM that is in bad shape. Handles needs replacement, full piping and the push buttons on the front of the buckles popped off on both sides. My SA saidaround $1400 to fix everything. im not sure if it's worth fixing? Also, If it's a discontinued bag, how would they still be able to replace the parts(buckles)? If they can't fix it, would I get a call once they look at it at the repair factory?? What do they offer of they can't fix it? Just wondering if it's happened to anyone. The bag retailed for $2100+ when new. I can't Justify spending that much, but it's also in too bad shape to carry around. :/ any opinions??? Thanks!!! Lastly, has anyone got a "discount" for doing multiple major repairs?
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On bags like the the Manhattan, the factory carries replacement hardware for a long time because they were big sellers. Within ten years, it's very likely the hardware is still available. The repair is pricy because you have to completely take the bag apart and reconstruct it. You are the only one who can decide if this is worth it. Some people will say it's too much and you can get a used Manhattan in good condition on the pre-loved market for that price. However with all the vachette naturelle changed, your bag would virtually look like new.

If the bag cannot be repaired, the factory will send it back to the store and you will get a call saying "come pick up your bag, unfortunately it can no longer be repaired."
 
#1,184
Try the handbag spa if you want a more reasonable quote, they are UK based but have franchises globally. You send them photos and a description and they'll tell you if they can help. I've seen some really good write ups about them and I'm just about to send them my poor miu miu bow bag for some TLC :)
 
#1,185
fabuleux said:
On bags like the the Manhattan, the factory carries replacement hardware for a long time because they were big sellers. Within ten years, it's very likely the hardware is still available. The repair is pricy because you have to completely take the bag apart and reconstruct it. You are the only one who can decide if this is worth it. Some people will say it's too much and you can get a used Manhattan in good condition on the pre-loved market for that price. However with all the vachette naturelle changed, your bag would virtually look like new.

If the bag cannot be repaired, the factory will send it back to the store and you will get a call saying "come pick up your bag, unfortunately it can no longer be repaired."
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Thats good to know! thank you for sharing that info. I guess I will really have to think about it. We'll see. Thank you!!:smile1:
 
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