What's Happened to the £3 Voluntary Donations? - Page 6

crofts · 6th April 2007, 12:25

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Originally Posted by briantilley

Finally, here's a reply from someone with their name in un-bold blue

If someone could PM me the relevant address & payee details also, I'll get around to writing a cheque out sometime soon. I'm another one who doesn't get on with PayPal, for some reason!

Could I just say, though (as a new member), that the £3 is presented as a voluntary contribution - trying to shame or embarrass people into paying is not a good way to go about it, and could actually turn some people off. Wouldn't it be better simply to emphasise the benefits of belonging to, and supporting, the club?

Moan over...

Hi Brian. I find myself very much in 2 camps here.
It is a fine gesture to say that use of the site is free but I am afraid I live in a different world where not much is free these days.
For someone taking a quick glance at the site, fine, I would not expect anyone to pay for that.
Truth is, if you own a 75 or MG ZT, you cannot fail to find invaluable information even if you don't effect any repairs/maintenance to your own car. Where info. is gleaned though, in nearly any instance, it's almost sure some saving will be made, sometimes small, but in many cases, considerable. The help given to folk with no mechanical knowledge in dealing with stealers and garages is immesurable
I can't conceive that anyone will not ask themself "what can I put back in".
£3 is almost a laugh. There is not a single 75/MG ZT owner that can afford to run their car that cannot afford £3.
Sorry, it's a 'no brainer' as they say.

briantilley · 6th April 2007, 13:57

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Originally Posted by crofts

Sorry, it's a 'no brainer' as they say.

I think we're saying the same thing. You're emphasising that the many benefits of membership here are worthy of a making a financial contribution, and I agree, as I suggested in my earlier post.

But to see posts saying things like "pay up" and highlighting how many new members have not made a contribution is rather different, and (IMO), such posts may be putting some people off from contributing. Let's try to encourage people rather than shame them - that's all I was saying.

I'm not trying to be critical, just offering what was intended as helpful feedback from a newcomer. Clearly this thread didn't put ME off, because my name is now red...

Have a great Easter break, everyone!

geoffd · 6th April 2007, 15:39

If someone could PM me the relevant address & payee details also, I'll get around to writing a cheque out sometime soon. I'm another one who doesn't get on with PayPal, for some reason!
thanks Geoffd

JohnDotCom · 6th April 2007, 15:45

Grey Ghost or Christopher will be in contact with you shortly.
Thank You Very much.

GreyGhost · 6th April 2007, 15:55

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Originally Posted by geoffd

If someone could PM me the relevant address & payee details also, I'll get around to writing a cheque out sometime soon. I'm another one who doesn't get on with PayPal, for some reason!
thanks Geoffd

Hi Geoff you will have a PM in few moments.

Thank you

JohnDotCom · 6th April 2007, 16:27

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Originally Posted by Grey Ghost

Hi Geoff you will have a PM in few moments.

Thank you

New you wouldn't be far away GG. Thanks.

GreyGhost · 6th April 2007, 16:30

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Originally Posted by JohnDotCom

New you wouldn't be far away GG. Thanks.

Geoff has turned red as well as gesture of confidence in his cheque writing skills.

geoffd · 6th April 2007, 18:07

Much obliged---pen at the ready !

Paranoid Carlos · 6th April 2007, 19:48

IMO

If I have gained just a tiny piece of information that has prevented a breakdown or made my maintenece easier then I will happily pay. And to the mods I thanks you all, damn sure I couldn't be bothered to put the time in

Paranoid Carlos · 6th April 2007, 19:53

Just out of interest where do I see If I have contributed............Sure I did when the site was opened but can't be sure!!!!!

6th April 2007, 15:39	#53
geoffd Avid contributor Ford Kuga Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wakefield Posts: 172 Thanks: 215 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	cheque donations ? If someone could PM me the relevant address & payee details also, I'll get around to writing a cheque out sometime soon. I'm another one who doesn't get on with PayPal, for some reason! thanks Geoffd

6th April 2007, 19:48	#59
Paranoid Carlos Posted a thing or two Starlight CDT Conn SE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Erdington, Birmingham Posts: 1,057 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	IMO If I have gained just a tiny piece of information that has prevented a breakdown or made my maintenece easier then I will happily pay. And to the mods I thanks you all, damn sure I couldn't be bothered to put the time in __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

6th April 2007, 19:53	#60
Paranoid Carlos Posted a thing or two Starlight CDT Conn SE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Erdington, Birmingham Posts: 1,057 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just out of interest where do I see If I have contributed............Sure I did when the site was opened but can't be sure!!!!! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

6th April 2007, 15:45	#54
JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Grey Ghost or Christopher will be in contact with you shortly. Thank You Very much.

6th April 2007, 18:07	#58
geoffd Avid contributor Ford Kuga Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wakefield Posts: 172 Thanks: 215 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Much obliged---pen at the ready !