I imagine this will be disappointing to many: the 300 USD charge for custom painting is now mandatory -- they are no longer selling unbranded frames (the default paint option) to individual buyers.
Here's my recent email thread with Wendy:
LIGHTCARBON:Hello Lucas,
Glad to hear from you again.
Upgrade the default nylon computer mount to titanium computer mount costs extra US$40
LCR020D frameset size 56 US$839 (799+40) HBR17 handlebar 130mm/36cm, Titanium computer mount included
Shimano T47 bottom bracket steel bearing US$15/set
Starting with the new models LCR020-D , we will no longer sell the unbranded frames to individual consumers.
Brand customers can affix their own logos, while individual consumers must affix the LIGHTCARBON logo.
Following our standard design, customers can choose between a large or small logo (but not no logo).
If individual customers insist on a matte or carbon raw, unbranded frame, the price will be the same as for frames with the LIGHTCARBON logo.
Customized fee or just add LIGHTCARBON logos on LCR020-D costs extra US$300/set
For more easily building, handlebar and seat post remain standard black matte finish .
Below link are our optional color codes for your selection(color codes must be the ones listed on our website):
https://www.lightcarbon.com/decal-painting_n43 Updated total amount as below:
1)Paypal (4.5%handling charge )---Total is US$1396 (839+15+300+182+60)
2) International Bank transfer(US$30 charge single time)---Total is US$1366 (839+15+300+182+30)
3)PayPal Friend & Family (No payment fee)---Total is US$1336 (839+15+300+182)
I'll issue order invoice and tell our PayPal or bank account after you decide to order and confirm design and payment method.
Also please tell your shipping information (recipient name, specific address,phone number )
ME:Thank you for the update.
I just want to clarify the paint options. If I do not want custom paint and just want the standard finish, is there an option that does not have the $300 fee?
I thought the $300 fee was only for custom paint jobs, so I wanted to make sure I understand the base cost.
Thank you,
Lucas
LIGHTCARBON:If you insist on a matte or carbon raw, unbranded frame, the price will be the same as for frames with the LIGHTCARBON logo.US$300 is still required. There's no option without US$300 fee. It's our new policy.
Best regards
Wendy
