Insuring iMAC for Long Haul Plane journeys

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Insuring iMAC for Long Haul Plane journeys

I want to insure my son's iMAC which he is bringing home to the UK from New Zealand. Non of the UK insurance companies want to insure it. Can anyone advise where in the UK I can get this insured please?

Posted on Jul 10, 2014 7:25 AM

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Klaus1

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Jul 10, 2014 7:33 AM in response to jjdash

Your son might have better luck if he arranges the insurance in New Zealand, i.e. the point of departure.

Alternatively, have it shipped by a recognised carrier/courier company and arrange the insurance through them.

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jjdash Author

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Jul 10, 2014 7:37 AM in response to Klaus1

Thank you Klaus. I have looked at NZ Insurance which is outrageously extortionate. I am exploring the carrier option now.

All the best

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Csound1

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Jul 10, 2014 8:42 AM in response to jjdash

Is the original packaging still available?

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jjdash Author

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Jul 10, 2014 9:20 AM in response to Csound1

Yes. But the airline wants a waiver signed to say they are not responsible for any damage in transit.

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Csound1

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Jul 10, 2014 9:33 AM in response to jjdash

I wasn't suggesting that. Pack the iMac in its original box inside another strong rectangular box that fits it securely, then use Fedex or UPS, insured. It won't be cheap but it will be reliable.

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Jul 10, 2014 10:59 AM in response to Csound1

Thank you. Sounds like a good option.

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Csound1

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Jul 10, 2014 11:03 AM in response to jjdash

You're welcome.

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