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Originally Posted by CamryOnBronze
Great read- definitely agree with a lot of what's being said. Helping people and avoiding hostility to newcomers is definitely the way to continue the hobby and the lasting friendships that come with it.
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Yeah, it really is. Surround yourself with good like minded people, and you will have nothing to worry about. Then all these other people cant help but take notice, then ask what you did, or what would you do, then you can guide them.
If people are just passing through let them, doesn't mean that they have to be as dedicated as you are to your car. It also doesn't mean that you have the right to disrespect them because they are buying parts that are within their budget. I've seen many people get into this hobby, or way of life and they just cant hang so they leave, or the second the car looks half way decent some stranger offers them some cash, and they sell it.
I keep seeing people say things like " it's nice to see people car about the car, and not want to smash it up or neglect it for the next guy"
NEXT GUY? there is no next guy. I will never sell me car, and I think it is like that for many people who are on here reading or contributing to this thread.
I don't care what car it is, but anyone that has a nice car and is concerned with the car staying low mileage, isn't a real car enthusiast they are like an automotive banker.
That kind of mentality is like have a virgin wife, wanting to keep her as close to that as possible, so you stay with her for 30 years and f*** her only once, or twice. Because maybe she will be with someone else some day and you want to keep her mileage and wear down for the next guy.