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Wheels Magazine Subscription - Free Sidchrome 38/64 Piece Tool Kit - 12/24 Month $79.99/ $139.95

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Wheels Magazine Subscription - Free Sidchrome 38/64 Piece Tool Kit - 12/24 Month $79.99/ $139.95
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Lrev29k on 21/02/2012 - 11:42 magshop.com.au (2556 clicks)

Noticed this in the latest wheels mag. Not as cheap per issue as the previous subscription deal but the Sidchrome toolkit more than makes up for it. I was looking around for a quality toolkit so I might renew my subscription from the previous deal just for this.

http://www.magshop.com.au/Wheels

Subscribe for 12 issues of Wheels ($79.99) and receive a FREE 38-piece Metric & AF, 1/4 and 3/8 drive Socket Set, valued at $89.95!

Subscribe for 24 issues of Wheels ($139.95) and receive a FREE 64-piece Metric & AF, 1/4, 3/8 & 1/2 drive Socket Set, valued at $219.95!

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  • skyva on 21/02/2012 - 11:45

    That seems like a pretty good deal. Anyone been to Bunnings to confirm their [price is close to the rrp suggested?

    Not sure about the AF sockets though, most stuff is metric now.

  • snuke on 21/02/2012 - 12:22
    +6

    Supercheap Auto - currently have the 38pc set at $70
    http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/products/Sidch…

    64pc set at $249
    http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/products/Sidch…

    64pc deal is really good, even if you had the 20% off deal Supercheap recently had the Wheels deal is pretty bloody good.

    I have no desire to get a Wheels mag sub, but I do need to get a good socket set, so this is as good a way as anything.

    Fine print stuff: - https://www.magshop.com.au/whe-sidchrome/terms-and-condition…

    Promotion commences 15/02/2012 at 00.01(AEST) and promotion closes at 20/03/2012 at 11.59 (AEST) and all subscription payments must be received by 20/03/2012 at 11.59 (AEST).

    Gifts/Prizes and values are as follows: If a one year Wheels subscription (12 issues) for $79.95 is purchased, the purchaser shall receive the Sidchrome 38-piece Metric & AF, 1/4 and 3/8 drive Socket Set, valued at $89.95. If a two year Wheels subscription (24 issues) for $139.95 is purchased, the purchaser shall receive the Sidchrome 64-piece Metric & AF, 1/4, 3/8 & 1/2 drive Socket Set, valued at $219.95. Please allow 6-8 weeks after close of promotion for delivery of gift/prize.

    If the subscription is a gift only the purchaser (donor) shall receive the relevant gift/prize to that offer.

    • mampha on 21/02/2012 - 12:26

      I'm also thinking along those lines..

    • alvian on 21/02/2012 - 12:34
      +1

      You spot a problem here?

      38 pc set: $70 at SCA, valued at $89.95 by Wheels
      64 pc set: $249 at SCA, valued at $219.95 by Wheels

      Is SCA selling the 64 pc set at above the RRP?

      • rev29k on 21/02/2012 - 12:36

        Yep I thought this was a bit strange as well. Must be some difference in the toolkits? Maybe the SCA one is a newer kit?

        • mampha on 21/02/2012 - 12:46

          Hmm. Looks the same. Also the 38pc is listed on SCA as $70 save $66… so are they suggesting the rrp is $135 versus $89.95 by Wheels?

      • snuke on 21/02/2012 - 12:46

        It is odd as SCA group do try to always use the RRP.
        Maybe someone dropped on the ball on supplying info.
        It is also possible that Sidchrome don't actually have RRPs.

        The 38pc is also weird as it says save $65.

        After looking over Google at the 64pc set, I have seen the price range from $199 to $299.

  • achw on 21/02/2012 - 13:00

    i've been given a subscription through magshop in the past, and cancelled it after the 1st issue for a refund of the remaining subscription - no questions asked, just had to send an email.

    anything which stops someone subscribing to this, receiving the sidchrome pack after 6-8 weeks, and then cancelling the subscription?? i couldn't see anything in the terms and conditions - and would be odd if you could do so…

    • mampha on 21/02/2012 - 13:15

      After one magazine might be acceptable.. you get it and find it wasn't what you wanted, but I think by the time they send out the bonus, and you have had 2 mags, that maybe they would not be so agreeable anyway….

  • thommo181 on 21/02/2012 - 13:14

    Looks like a great deal. As they mention, the price per mag is less than the shops anyway, so it's win win all round!

  • lomie on 21/02/2012 - 13:40

    Wow, haven't read a car magazine for ages. Been only buying the odd 4WD magazine once or twice a year. This would make me subscribe! The 64pce looks good! Great deal and thanks for posting.

    • imaximax1 on 21/02/2012 - 13:55

      I like how you're really appreciative, but u didn't +'ve

      • lomie on 21/02/2012 - 14:36

        Done!

  • sparkles on 21/02/2012 - 13:43
    +5

    Wish chicks magazines had as good gifts as that, I might subscribe to some.

  • timmy_tam on 21/02/2012 - 13:55
    +1

    this was a no brainer for me, i've been waiting for this excat 64 piece tool set for so long.
    and for hte price of a magazine subscription, SCORE! thanks OP!

    as a side note, is this a concern? do you have to quote the code online?

    3.To enter you must subscribe to Wheels magazine by calling 136 116 and quoting M1203WHE or on-line at www.magshop.com.au/wheels Promoter accepts no responsibility for any online entries not received due to technical disruptions, network congestion or for any other reason.

    • dabarkle on 21/02/2012 - 14:32

      Going by the wording, only need to quote it if you order over the phone.

      • Daabido on 21/02/2012 - 14:48
        +2

        Checked by ringing up. Operator said only need to quote if ordering over the phone.

  • ferguscan on 21/02/2012 - 14:43

    If I hadn't just bought a nice Kincrome socket set, I would seriously consider this.

    One word of advice, however: figure out if you really need imperial sockets. IMO, they're basically useless in this day and age.

    Kincrome (and probably Sidchrome) have Metric-only socket sets that are cheaper. I bought a 3/8" and 1/4" drive set which goes from 4mm to 22mm (I think) from Bunnings @ $59. Quality is awesome.

    Just food for thought.

    Stuart

    • konazz on 21/02/2012 - 15:57

      Hmmmm good point. I haven't used Imperial for AGGGESS. And my cars are all Jap cars - i swear I can take my hold suzuki swift to bits with just a 10mm socket!

  • massari on 21/02/2012 - 14:46

    Done :D

  • Steptoe on 21/02/2012 - 16:45

    Based on the last deal, $60 for the 64-piece set with 2 year sub.
    https://www.magshop.com.au/wh7

    • kasumi on 21/02/2012 - 18:26

      Fine print says not valid with any other offer

      • Steptoe on 21/02/2012 - 22:19
        +1

        my point was, compared to the linked previous offer, this deal is $60 more for 2 years, but includes the tools. You are in effect paying $60 for the FREE tools.

  • bibendum73au on 21/02/2012 - 17:55
    +1

    Done!

  • mikafamily on 21/02/2012 - 18:58
    +5

    Weeeee another socket set. This time I promise to keep all the sockets in their little holders so help me god!

  • Sirocco on 21/02/2012 - 20:01

    Just letting everyone know that COSTCO sell the crescent 206 piece set for $135. Which includes all the deep sockets aswell. Its the same one as this.
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/206Pc-Crescent-TOOL-SET-Wrench-Ad…

    • ferguscan on 21/02/2012 - 20:08

      Do you know what the quality is like with Crescent? Sidchrome is some good stuff.

      One of the most important differences between cheap-ass sockets and the good ones is the interior of the socket where the wrench slides in. Do the sockets have an indentation for the little locking pin on the wrench to grab on to? Or are they smooth. If they are smooth, do not buy.

      I originally bought an SCA socket set to work on my car. I've lost a bunch of those smooth little suckers into my engine bay, never to be seen again :(

      • Sirocco on 21/02/2012 - 20:18

        TBH I have been using a supercheap socket set, and it had the locking pins and ive been using that for over 2 years now, changed heaps of stuff on my car. Suspension, brakes, turbo. I thought it would have broken by now but it still keeps going.

        Anyway the crescent kit looks to be some quality stuff, and you get alot of tools for the money. If you dont like the crescent kit just take it back to costco for a full refund.

    • lomie on 22/02/2012 - 00:03

      Another option for those not near Costco, Bunnings have the 170 pce Crescent socket set for $129
      http://www.bunnings.com.au/products_product_170-piece-cresce…

      • andy911 on 22/02/2012 - 12:55

        I used cresent a long while ago and didn't find it to be the same quality as sidchrome.
        It wasn't until I tried some much more expensive tools eg stahlwillie that I found anything better.
        But advantage of those wasn't worth the extra price, and the lifetime guarentee (which I've tried out) for SC makes it a winner for me.

  • chir0nex on 21/02/2012 - 20:20

    just ordered for the toolkit alone - so cheap and awesome quality.

  • IgnitionS15 on 22/02/2012 - 00:21

    I reckon this is a friggin good needed one of these sets

  • Yowiefied on 22/02/2012 - 09:02

    Hell yeah.. !! Ordered!

  • cknevi01 on 22/02/2012 - 10:28

    Great Deal - No matter how you look at it or what inferior brands you compare it to.

    This site is starting to cost me - I mean SAVE me some serious money!!!

    Thanks for the post!

    • massari on 22/02/2012 - 10:50

      haha!! Agreed!

      I bought a tv the other week now this! haha

  • andy911 on 22/02/2012 - 12:47
    +2

    Ordered!
    Process was handled well. They accept paypal which I prefer.
    The recipt was emailed immediately with no mention of the socket set.
    I called their number (answered quickly by native english speaker!!!), and they don't detail free gifts on the receipt.
    But it should all be in the mail all the same. I replied to the receipt to ask for confirmation seeing as this is my reason for the sub (no love for wheels).

    • Yowiefied on 22/02/2012 - 12:51

      Thanks for confirming that, i wondered the same thing. +ive

  • AmpeD on 22/02/2012 - 13:02

    now i just ordered it last night but today i realise there is a "promotional code (optional)" box on the website. Does this need to have the code M1203WHE into it to get the socketset??

    • andy911 on 22/02/2012 - 14:06

      From what the cust serv rep said I think the free gift is automatic.
      The promo code box is most likely for any discount codes you might have.
      Why not just reply to their receipt - it has the cust service email address on it - and get confirmation for your own piece of mind.

      (Edited my speeling)

  • justhooked on 22/02/2012 - 16:55

    thanks , I've had my other Sidchrome sets for over 30 years .This one,s for my son and the mags
    for me

  • thesoulhunter on 29/02/2012 - 22:26

    I'm new to working on cars. Would this socket set be able to work on a VW Polo?

    • Yowiefied on 29/02/2012 - 23:35

      No! Just kidding.. the socket set is imperial and metric, so really you can work on any car with it. Dad's got a Polo 77TSI and I'm pretty sure it's metric, but I haven't had to do any work to it yet.

  • snuke on 01/03/2012 - 10:24

    After looking at this, the Crescent set above and my needs, I decided to go for the Supatool (Kincromes level down brand) 300 pcs set.
    They have it as $290 on their website, I just picked it up for $199 at Bunnings.
    http://www.kincrome.com.au/web/catalogue/search/product_disp…

    This was the cheapest I could find it anywhere.

  • snuke on 01/03/2012 - 21:34

    I got the above Supatool chest home. Unwrapped it. And 30 mins later I rewrapped it.

    I am taking this stinking pile of cheap crap back tomorrow.

    • Telios on 27/03/2012 - 15:07

      Haha no kidding!
      I've used several brands of bench tools and hand tools from my previous job and realized its just not worth getting cheaper tools…rusting tools, snapped, damaging bolts or stripping nuts! Bugger it!

  • Yowiefied on 04/03/2012 - 19:58

    So anyone know when we'll get our first magazine and socket set?

    • justhooked on 07/03/2012 - 17:55

      looking at my account from the website the first Mag has been sent dont know about the
      socket set as the web site now states—

      Due to overwhelming demand please allow up to 16 weeks for your socket set to be delivered.

      In the terms also -

      Please allow 16 weeks after close of promotion for delivery of gift/prize.
      so 16 weeks after 20th march

  • skyva on 13/03/2012 - 12:01

    Looks like the 64-piece tools on the 2 year subscription has been withdrawn. I am guessing that was pretty popular. Shame, I would have bought for that.

    • Dissident Aggressor on 16/03/2012 - 02:21

      anyone reckon some people will be dogged by the withdrawl?…i specifically signed up to the 2 year subscription for the 64 piece set (i dont even read car mags)but i did it atthe time when they were still advertising the choices of the 2 socket sets…

  • ShrewdOrJustTight on 19/03/2012 - 22:13

    Damn, I really wanted the 64 piece kit. Looks like it's been removed from the advertisement but it's still in the terms and conditions. Is it worth the risk?

  • weezlebub on 20/03/2012 - 13:52

    just found this deal, shame about the 64 piece being out of stock, i have a cheap set (well, cheaper) that does the same sizes, i just needed something that went over 20mm, so figured it was a good opportunity to upgrade :)

  • oddyseeh on 20/03/2012 - 18:50

    just got my wheel mag for April yesterday. still waiting on my Sidchrome set.

  • massari on 21/03/2012 - 12:58

    Dam I hope its not 16 weeks after March 20th… >.< I want my wrench set :D

    • Telios on 27/03/2012 - 15:02

      Same! If this turns sour I'm gonna be freaking mad! though I actually enjoyed the mag…they are somewhat keen on everyone owning high end cars tho…

  • Trojan on 29/03/2012 - 11:28

    I ordered via phone and was told it should arrive in 4 weeks after 20th March

  • justhooked on 11/04/2012 - 15:52
    +1

    Just got this update

    Dear XXXXX,

    Thank you for subscribing to Wheels during our March promotion which entitles you to a free Sidchrome socket set.

    Due to an overwhelming response to this promotion our friends at Sidchrome had to source more stock from overseas to fulfil the demand. We are rushing to get your set to you as fast as we can but it still may take up to 28 July to arrive.

    We apologise for this great inconvenience and ask that you bear with us as we really are doing our best to get it to you as quickly as we can.

    If you have any questions please feel free to call our customer service centre on 136 116.

    In the meantime, I hope you enjoy your subscription to Wheels, and thanks for coming on board as a subscriber!

    Regards

    Bill Thomas

    Editor – Wheels

    • massari on 12/04/2012 - 09:29

      Thats okay. I havnt received that email but at least that sets a date :D Even thou its ages away :(

  • BargainMyMiddleName on 12/04/2012 - 12:11

    I was about to call magshop but now that I have an approximate date, no point. Thanks

  • ppshy1 on 12/04/2012 - 21:51

    Thank god for the email from Wheels Magazine. I was thinking they ran out of the toolset and they are not going to get anymore

  • Trojan on 24/04/2012 - 11:35
    +2

    Just received my sidchome set (64 piece)
    Sent via Austpost.

    • massari on 24/04/2012 - 12:04

      Thats awesome! Where do you live?

      • Trojan on 24/04/2012 - 13:16

        Sydney

  • oddyseeh on 27/04/2012 - 15:37

    just got my Sidchrome set too. QLD
    very happy thanks op

    • massari on 30/04/2012 - 08:46

      Got mine too on friday. Very happy with the product! Thanks OP <3

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