The Local Hobby Scene - perpetual thread

Why get a room. She has a fleet of cars. I’m sure we could find a nice one for a car date! Originally Posted by bambino

LOL, true indeed

Well, when your participating in unlawful acts, victimless or not, you have to face the consequences if caught. If PI didn’t know this, it’s his own fault. But he did. He played fast and loose. When it came to Indys and it’s daily content, he was protected by the first amendment. But when you coordinate a function with hookers crossing state lines, that’s a felony. And a serious one. He got off easy. He paid a fine and some legal fees. No jail time. Although he let Mallory sit in the hoosegow over the weekend before he bailed her out. When you play that game, it’s the cost of doing business. But it was the beginning of the end for Indys. The vaunted color squared vouch system proved to be worthless. The cop who penetrated Indys handle was Krewman. He was a green square. The trust factor in the local hobby disappeared. I shed no tears for PI. He did have a great idea. He built a nice income for himself. But he was arrogant and ruthless. He basically did himself in. And there you have it. Originally Posted by bambino

Well said indeed

Yes and no. Depends on your situation Originally Posted by bambino

I traded a client about $500 worth of work for the car I currently drive. A $24 shift solenoid and Saturday afternoon later, it ran and looked like a champ. I’ve put 80k miles on it and she’s still going strong, although the clear coat is peeling and starting to look shitty.

It’s tough to make a car payment when you consider the long term benefit of sticking that money into a compounding interest account of some sort. Driving a beater all your life can easily equal millions at retirement.

just gonna leave this here for y'all. A little light reading. Happy Friday!
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Sorry to distract from all the name calling and mudslinging, but all you need to do is to check out the reviews section for the state of "the hobby" right now...

I traded a client about $500 worth of work for the car I currently drive. A $24 shift solenoid and Saturday afternoon later, it ran and looked like a champ. I’ve put 80k miles on it and she’s still going strong, although the clear coat is peeling and starting to look shitty.

It’s tough to make a car payment when you consider the long term benefit of sticking that money into a compounding interest account of some sort. Driving a beater all your life can easily equal millions at retirement. Originally Posted by Jacuzzme

I agree. I was alluding to that. Cars are losing propositions financially unless you can write it off. At least you get a tax benefit. It’s best to keep a car, pay it off and drive it till the wheels fall off. We still have my father in laws 95 Maxima. It only has 70k miles and runs like a champ. It’s a grocery getter for my wife. She doesn’t want a new car.

just gonna leave this here for y'all. A little light reading. Happy Friday! Originally Posted by Dreamgurrl

Thanks Dear - I think everyone on this board are aware of the rules. I even referred to them in the Original Post on this thread. But thanks anyway.

Sorry to distract from all the name calling and mudslinging, but all you need to do is to check out the reviews section for the state of "the hobby" right now... Originally Posted by snoopy75

That is true - the reviews are really sad showing the hobby in this area has never been worse

But I think that is the reason for this thread. To talk it about it, why, figure out alternatives, etc, etc

That is true - the reviews are really sad showing the hobby in this area has never been worse

But I think that is the reason for this thread. To talk it about it, why, figure out alternatives, etc, etc Originally Posted by berryberry

Yeah, I just read the review of Natalie this morning. The RT 51 Natalie. She was described as a complete train-wreck. A review of her last week described her as a hot spinner. I’m going with train-wreck. Evie girl posted an ad on Listcrawler. I guess she went from high end Tryst Ho to a street Ho!!!!!!!

Thanks Dear - I think everyone on this board are aware of the rules. I even referred to them in the Original Post on this thread. But thanks anyway. Originally Posted by berryberry

Evidently that is not the case, dear.

What if the situation were reversed and a provider was disclosing the make and model of a clients car? Or BRAGGING that they have shared their photo ID with others without their permission? It is not okay in any circumstance. And it’s a veiled threat.

Why does it matter where a provider advertises? The more places you advertise, the bigger the client pool. Giving said provider a wider range of clients to “choose” from. It’s smart business. And again, “most clients” don’t participate in these forums. So again, it does not represent the big picture, only a portion.

Evidently that is not the case, dear.

What if the situation were reversed and a provider was disclosing the make and model of a clients car? Or BRAGGING that they have shared their photo ID with others without their permission? It is not okay in any circumstance. And it’s a veiled threat.

Why does it matter where a provider advertises? The more places you advertise, the bigger the client pool. Giving said provider a wider range of clients to “choose” from. It’s smart business. And again, “most clients” don’t participate in these forums. So again, it does not represent the big picture, only a portion. Originally Posted by Dreamgurrl

You brought up the make of your car.

Actually, MMD was the tech mastermind behind Indys. They used a template that cost nothing. Eccie could use it. They should. It’s a better platform. PI was a flunky car detailer before Indys. So yes, PI made plenty of cash running Indys. I don’t blame him for making a buck. But, as sociopaths do, he fucked it up. Mallory was just a pawn in the scheme of things. And PI fucked her over. She tried to hold it together. Then PI bequeathed it to DG. It quickly went down the drain. But she pulled some cash while she could. She did buy a Denali after the Xmas GTG. Bravo! Originally Posted by bambino

Are you sure?

Are you sure? Originally Posted by Dreamgurrl

Yes. Just as sure that you posted you have a GMC. Nobody posted what MODEL you have.

Yes Originally Posted by bambino

Show us. If I’m wrong, I’ll gladly apologize.

Doesn’t change my other point though.

Anyway, I’ve been advised to not engage with you in any manner. Please do carry on.

Yes. Just as sure that you posted you have a GMC. Nobody posted what MODEL you have. Originally Posted by bambino

Originally Posted by bambino View Post
Actually, MMD was the tech mastermind behind Indys. They used a template that cost nothing. Eccie could use it. They should. It’s a better platform. PI was a flunky car detailer before Indys. So yes, PI made plenty of cash running Indys. I don’t blame him for making a buck. But, as sociopaths do, he fucked it up. Mallory was just a pawn in the scheme of things. And PI fucked her over. She tried to hold it together. Then PI bequeathed it to DG. It quickly went down the drain. But she pulled some cash while she could. She did buy a Denali after the Xmas GTG. Bravo!

Denali is made by GMC.

My confirming it in a subsequent post doesn’t negate the fact that you disclosed it first without my permission.

Carry on.