Shipping/Customs charges. Aaaaarrrgh!

if they put 2nd hand bike parts (which they are) you shouldnt get charged anything - I asked rene to do that with my frame and bobs-some-guy-you-know, it worked.

bit late for you now but good to know i guess.

Wrong. Read the feckin' link!

"Used goods are still liable to the same duty and VAT charges as if they were new. However, their value may vary depending on their age and condition."