What about the people who can't afford to buy at the RRP prices (or 'sale' prices for that matter) from local vendors. I for one would love to be able to order everything locally and have the great pros such as warranty, face to face/after sales support and (usually) faster or immediate receipt of items. However, if I went by this rule I might maybe the basic bolt-ons for my previous cars if I'd have been lucky. IMO local businesses need to adapt and change their structures and processes. The globalized progression of imported parts is similar to people downloading TV shows here instead of waiting months for them to air..