Mustang-owner
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Steve B, I'm not sure why you have twisted my initial comments, or why you are whipping up support to keep a Marketplace with spare parts.
I have not stated that owners don't need good second hand parts, or that the forum is better off without the likes of those who dismantle cars and nor have I leveled any comments at any individual.
I'm not sure how you are aware of my personal transactions between members either, or what that has to do with my point.
I made a personal statement and the crux of that is I'd like to see more of the un-repairable cars that are stripped and their parts offered here for sale, being offered at zero cost to the members.
That would show there was an interest in keeping the A2 marque present and on the road, and not hidden behind making a profit.
And.....before I'm asked the question, I have no objection to profit making ventures - I just PERSONALLY don't feel the current trend of buying an A2 from Copart or the like purely to sell parts to make a profit embodie the spirit and nature of an owners club.
Call me old fashioned, but if I've got a spare part and someone is in need, it's in the post.
In fact Steve B - this is your trait too - to assist and help over financial gain. - you've done this many times.
Steve E.....
I do not begrudge you or your venture, but many people have now worked out you can make a profit if you buy a knackered A2 and sell its parts on here. Other members are now doing the same as you, because they can turn a profit.
We'll surely see more as the cars get older and the cost to purchase a 15 year old worn out wreck is next to nothing, but that doesn't mean I need to embrase this.
Cheers
Jeff
I have not stated that owners don't need good second hand parts, or that the forum is better off without the likes of those who dismantle cars and nor have I leveled any comments at any individual.
I'm not sure how you are aware of my personal transactions between members either, or what that has to do with my point.
I made a personal statement and the crux of that is I'd like to see more of the un-repairable cars that are stripped and their parts offered here for sale, being offered at zero cost to the members.
That would show there was an interest in keeping the A2 marque present and on the road, and not hidden behind making a profit.
And.....before I'm asked the question, I have no objection to profit making ventures - I just PERSONALLY don't feel the current trend of buying an A2 from Copart or the like purely to sell parts to make a profit embodie the spirit and nature of an owners club.
Call me old fashioned, but if I've got a spare part and someone is in need, it's in the post.
In fact Steve B - this is your trait too - to assist and help over financial gain. - you've done this many times.
Steve E.....
I do not begrudge you or your venture, but many people have now worked out you can make a profit if you buy a knackered A2 and sell its parts on here. Other members are now doing the same as you, because they can turn a profit.
We'll surely see more as the cars get older and the cost to purchase a 15 year old worn out wreck is next to nothing, but that doesn't mean I need to embrase this.
Cheers
Jeff