I am in for paying some type of membership to use this website because I see VALUE. I receive a lot of good information and look at this site almost everyday. It is not up to us (users), to make the decision on Free or a paid service, it is up to George & Debbie (owners). This tread started with a sponsor of this site Sharkey (Pantera of Mami). Maybe he knows something that we don't know. I also remember reading a stated from George stating as long as he and Debbi owns this site, he would not charge for it, that is a VERY nice juster, but nothing is FREE in life. I think if George and Debbie wanted too, they could find some more sponsors to help in the cost. It has a lot of value to the De Tomaso community. George could also sell the site if they wish, which I would be interested in owning this site, George are you listening. Another question is: What is the Business Model" We don't know. I wish George and or Debbie would chime in so we the users could help. We have no control, we are just users of this great site. They could always do a survey. In closing I am still in favor of paying for a membership to use this site. What ever happens, we are just along for the RIDE. Long Live this Site. Larry Goodnough
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