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Re: MVS visits FCP

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abscate wrote: 24 Apr 2021, 18:48 Now they ship betweeen 1000-10000 orders per day
Wow, that's wild.
BlackBart wrote: 24 Apr 2021, 15:26 I have a vague memory that it was FCP Groton in the early days. Was it just a Volvo dealer parts counter?
Yup, I believe they were started in Groton, CT. I think they were originally a shop, then evolved into a parts distributor, or something like that. They have a whole history of the company on their website.
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I don't remember gas pumps. I think it was 2011 when I drove down there.

I do remember the transition from FCP Groton to FCP Euro.
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Their facility is really nice. People who live nearby have a serious benefit. Inside their lobby, there's a wall of lockers where your order will be placed for local pickup. A fancy tablet shows you which locker has your order. And there were cool Euro cars parked out front, driven by loving owners who keep them running thanks to FCP. Neat place. Next time I have a lot of returns, I may just drive them if it's cheaper than shipping.
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