"Ed Pawlowski" > wrote in message
...
> On Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:33:42 -0700, "Julie Bove"
> > wrote:
>
>>Although I had read something about this, I did not understand the full
>>ramifications of this until I tried to place an order. Even then, they
>>are
>>not being totally forthcoming.
>>
>>I have been ordering from Amazon Fresh for some time now. I think when I
>>first started ordering, there was a small delivery fee, but maybe I am
>>remembering this wrong. For some time, delivery has been free for Prime
>>members, although they do suggest a tip for the driver and you had to
>>place
>>a $50 minimum order.
>
>>
>>But when I tried to place this last order, I was told that delivery is now
>>only for Prime Fresh members. Membership is $299.00 per year but is pro
>>rated for Prime members. What does this even mean? Even if it means that
>>they will take the $99 off that I pay for Prime, they want another $200
>>for
>>me to get their grocery delivery.
>>I can't believe that they will have many takers now. What will they do
>>with
>>all that produce, meat and other perishables?
>
> They will sell them, just as they had in the past. My guess is the
> typical delivery customer is a bit affluent and will be willing to pay
> the extra $200 a year for convenience. Just proves the old adage of
> "no free lunch" Especially if you want the lunch delivered.

I don't know about that. I've seen the Amazon Fresh truck on my street many
times and not just coming to my house. None of my neighbors are
particularly wealthy.

But they did offer the free delivery for the better part of the year. Which
is why this is ticking me off.