@DF - thanks for the numbers breakdown. Given a comparable model as the one shown starts at ~$4k in China (see pic #2), the $20k figure quoted seems like it would have needed to include shipping, contractor markup, possibly some of the import fees, etc. (there's also setup costs as these things require a crane and crew to fold out, bolt together, waterproof, and do the interior finishing - not a one man job, or even husband and wife team job, FYI to the DIY Punatics).
Given that Will also was not the Importer of Record and on the hook to the Government for the $10k (the contractor seemed to have paid it and found someone able to cover the additional cost?) it seems like he got caught out by the additional/illegal fees resulting in a 50% price hike outside his contract or control.
Given that Will also was not the Importer of Record and on the hook to the Government for the $10k (the contractor seemed to have paid it and found someone able to cover the additional cost?) it seems like he got caught out by the additional/illegal fees resulting in a 50% price hike outside his contract or control.