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Tokyo wrote:Prime wrote:Tokyo wrote:matatuman wrote:To the "usual suspects", I will be in Japan next week- Osaka and Kobe. I might squeeze some time and randa randa abit. Maybe check out the auction houses and get a few contacts. If you have a "wishlist" then drop me a line. We need to demystify auction fees charged by dealers. Karibu matatu man. They say Osaka /Kobe auction not the best. Tochigi/ makuhari/ Gifu prices more competitive. Ukipita Tokyo I can buy you kahawa Hi matatuman, I think it is commendable. I think it is something do-able. What im not sure, and Tokyo may have to confirm, is on whether you must be a member of the auction i.e. can anyone just purchase from the auctions? I however know that there would be a great deal of savings to be done. Tokyo, there was a time i asked you on whether you could facilitate sourcing and importation at a commission, or whether you could link me up with s small, dependable vendor who could source cars at a cheaper overall price. Im not sure I saw your comment on the issue Auction is for members only. You can neither purchase directly nor enter past the gates unless accompanied by a member. Matatuman will confirm. @prime. Unless buying in bulk, you might not save significant amounts. Let me have your contacts wazuaprime@gmail.com
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Rank: New-farer Joined: 12/30/2010 Posts: 65 Location: Europe
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kimiri wrote:kimiri wrote:Rapudox wrote:Hallo Guys,
after contemplating, analysing and contemplating again, I decided to take the deep dive into Matatu biz. My new 33-Seater will be on the road soon. BUT many many challenges ahead e.g Kidero Buses, Payless cash systems, KRA tightening the leash....(@Kimiri...whats your take on these challenges??)We shall see. I will keep you posted... @Rapudox. Welcome to the club and all the best from myself. I do not think you need to be unduly worried about the challenges that you have mentioned for a number of reasons. First, I am very sceptical that CCN will be able to successfully run a bus company. On the outset, history is against them going by what happened to KBS and also Nyayo buses. Add this to the high level of inefficiency and corruption that characterises service delivery by NCC and what you get is a white elephant waiting to happen. To be honest I think the proposed bus project is another corruption scandal in the making. There are also technical challenges for them given the huge size of buses they are talking about. With the state of traffic jam in many roads in Nairobi I do not think they will get anywhere with those kind of buses. On payless cash systems - I do not think implementing it would be costly to the operator even if the government tried to enforce it. Note that matatu operators have actually been paying tax to KRA in the form of advance tax every year. Didn't I say that a bus company by NCC was a corruption scandal in the making? The architect is already in trouble for his role in the tendering process! http://www.nation.co.ke/...2/-/baeuav/-/index.html
...Absolutely, ..looks like it is happening. It will be interesting to see how things play out now after Kideros ousting...
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Rank: Elder Joined: 9/29/2006 Posts: 2,570
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Deputy wa Kidero ni..... The opposite of courage is not cowardice, it's conformity.
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Rank: Member Joined: 2/27/2011 Posts: 518
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kimiri wrote:Rapudox wrote:Hallo Guys,
after contemplating, analysing and contemplating again, I decided to take the deep dive into Matatu biz. My new 33-Seater will be on the road soon. BUT many many challenges ahead e.g Kidero Buses, Payless cash systems, KRA tightening the leash....(@Kimiri...whats your take on these challenges??)We shall see. I will keep you posted... @Rapudox. Welcome to the club and all the best from myself. I do not think you need to be unduly worried about the challenges that you have mentioned for a number of reasons. First, I am very sceptical that CCN will be able to successfully run a bus company. On the outset, history is against them going by what happened to KBS and also Nyayo buses. Add this to the high level of inefficiency and corruption that characterises service delivery by NCC and what you get is a white elephant waiting to happen. To be honest I think the proposed bus project is another corruption scandal in the making. There are also technical challenges for them given the huge size of buses they are talking about. With the state of traffic jam in many roads in Nairobi I do not think they will get anywhere with those kind of buses. On payless cash systems - I do not think implementing it would be costly to the operator even if the government tried to enforce it. Note that matatu operators have actually been paying tax to KRA in the form of advance tax every year. @ Kimiri, Let me know how i can get in-touch with you on behalf of a pal who will be joining the industry in 2 week's time. You may send me your e-mail address or phone number through wazuaprime@gmail.com and He will get in-touch with you on some queries on 33 seaters.
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Rank: Hello Joined: 5/21/2014 Posts: 2
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Hi guys am contemplating venturing the matatu biz especially town service.Initially i had opted logistic co. esp long distance transport but had to embark on plan B after the inevitable intro of SGR.Pliz advice.@Kimiri and anyone else.Warm regards.
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Rank: Member Joined: 3/12/2008 Posts: 215
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Prime wrote:kimiri wrote:Rapudox wrote:Hallo Guys,
after contemplating, analysing and contemplating again, I decided to take the deep dive into Matatu biz. My new 33-Seater will be on the road soon. BUT many many challenges ahead e.g Kidero Buses, Payless cash systems, KRA tightening the leash....(@Kimiri...whats your take on these challenges??)We shall see. I will keep you posted... @Rapudox. Welcome to the club and all the best from myself. I do not think you need to be unduly worried about the challenges that you have mentioned for a number of reasons. First, I am very sceptical that CCN will be able to successfully run a bus company. On the outset, history is against them going by what happened to KBS and also Nyayo buses. Add this to the high level of inefficiency and corruption that characterises service delivery by NCC and what you get is a white elephant waiting to happen. To be honest I think the proposed bus project is another corruption scandal in the making. There are also technical challenges for them given the huge size of buses they are talking about. With the state of traffic jam in many roads in Nairobi I do not think they will get anywhere with those kind of buses. On payless cash systems - I do not think implementing it would be costly to the operator even if the government tried to enforce it. Note that matatu operators have actually been paying tax to KRA in the form of advance tax every year. @ Kimiri, Let me know how i can get in-touch with you on behalf of a pal who will be joining the industry in 2 week's time. You may send me your e-mail address or phone number through wazuaprime@gmail.com and He will get in-touch with you on some queries on 33 seaters. @Prime. Sorry for my delayed reply. Use the following email account: kimiri38@gmail.com
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Rank: Member Joined: 3/12/2008 Posts: 215
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smart1 wrote:Hi guys am contemplating venturing the matatu biz especially town service.Initially i had opted logistic co. esp long distance transport but had to embark on plan B after the inevitable intro of SGR.Pliz advice.@Kimiri and anyone else.Warm regards. Hi smart. What do you wanna know?
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Rank: Member Joined: 2/27/2011 Posts: 518
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kimiri wrote:smart1 wrote:Hi guys am contemplating venturing the matatu biz especially town service.Initially i had opted logistic co. esp long distance transport but had to embark on plan B after the inevitable intro of SGR.Pliz advice.@Kimiri and anyone else.Warm regards. Hi smart. What do you wanna know? Kimiri... theres a pal by the name of G**f who will get in-touch with you on advice pertaining to a 33 seater. Thanks mzee.
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Rank: Member Joined: 3/12/2008 Posts: 215
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Prime wrote:kimiri wrote:smart1 wrote:Hi guys am contemplating venturing the matatu biz especially town service.Initially i had opted logistic co. esp long distance transport but had to embark on plan B after the inevitable intro of SGR.Pliz advice.@Kimiri and anyone else.Warm regards. Hi smart. What do you wanna know? Kimiri... theres a pal by the name of G**f who will get in-touch with you on advice pertaining to a 33 seater. Thanks mzee. Noted. Best
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Rank: Hello Joined: 5/21/2014 Posts: 2
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kimiri wrote:Prime wrote:kimiri wrote:smart1 wrote:Hi guys am contemplating venturing the matatu biz especially town service.Initially i had opted logistic co. esp long distance transport but had to embark on plan B after the inevitable intro of SGR.Pliz advice.@Kimiri and anyone else.Warm regards. Hi smart. What do you wanna know? Kimiri... theres a pal by the name of G**f who will get in-touch with you on advice pertaining to a 33 seater. Thanks mzee. Noted. Best Halo Kimiri,i need your advice on the benefits,challenges,financing options,daily home take,salaries and any other info that will be of beneficial regarding the mat biz especially the 33 seater....
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