Classifieds, Parts Wanted

[Lynn]

I don't know if it merits a new forum (i.e. "PARTS WANTED FOR PERSONAL USE", but I would really like to know when someone posts in the "Parts Wanted" section, if it is a part for his or her personal car for personal use.

Point is: if I have a one of those obscure parts that I am not likely to need, I am usually willing to just give it to a member. Others have done the same for me, and it is greatly appreciated. Not talking about a restored dated carb or anything like that.

Even with the more expensive parts, I am much more likely to give someone a really good break on price if it is for his or her own vehicle.

To me, there is a big difference between the guy who needs a correct front metering block for his 4053 carb just because he would like it to be "right" than the guy who needs the correct metering block because now he will be able to sell the carb for an extra $XX.

I mean no disrespect to those on the board who buy and sell parts as part of their livelyhood. Nothing wrong with that. Also have no problem selling parts at a fair price to the pros that are restoring high end cars. Heck, I sold a pair of roof rail weatherstrips for $2,000 knowing they were going on someones Yenko resto. On the other hand, if someone on the board needed one of the little push pin retainers for his original looking car, and I had an extra, I would be glad to drop it in an envelope for free.

So, at least for me, I plan to start each "parts wanted" ad with the following:

"Needed for my own personal car that is not for sale"...

[Xplantdad]

Kind of like a Pay it forward area like other sites have. Not a bad idea!

[napa68]

The timing for this thread is kind of ironic. I wanted to give a shout out to Big Jake Dykstra. He contacted me about a fuel pump I was looking for. He charged me PEANUTS for the pump(s)and would not accept a penny more. Certainly, a "pay it forward" gesture.

Once again, this clearly separates the great people and sincere interest in the hobby from the rest that may muddy up the waters.

To the Dykstra's...................thanks for the hospitality today! It was great to see you all!

Tim

[Xplantdad]

That's great Tim!

[SS427]

I agree with Lynn totally and have thought the same thing when I saw some ads. I have also sold some people rare parts at a big discount because they were members only to see it on ebay a short time later for considerably more money. Kind of hits a nerve sometimes. I also have no issues with people doing it for profit but don't want to give someone a part if all they are going to do is resale it for their own profit.

[m22mike]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SS427</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I agree with Lynn totally and have thought the same thing when I saw some ads. I have also sold some people rare parts at a big discount because they were members only to see it on ebay a short time later for considerably more money. Kind of hits a nerve sometimes. I also have no issues with people doing it for profit but don't want to give someone a part if all they are going to do is resale it for their own profit. </div></div>

Rick
Sad, but sometimes it's &quot;ALL ABOUT THE $$&quot; [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif[/img]

[Charley Lillard]

I'm still in Az but when I get back and caught up I will add a &quot;pay it forward classifieds&quot;. It wil be on the honor system. Great idea.

[Xplantdad]

Thanks Charley!

[DMiller]

I've advertised for 68 5 leaf springs, harrison radiator, xg rims, and a smog adjuster bracket for my 68 ss I've owned for over 30 years (with little luck.). I have z-28 parts and would be happy to pay it fwd. if the right opportunity comes along.... Dan