[Fast Freddie]

I'm looking into adding more features to the site. If you have any suggestions we're all ears.

Some of the features we are already planning on is a rating system for submitted images. How to section for Mods to the GTI. FAQ on the GTI, new smilies and a more enhanced and organized video section.

 

[10bv01]

since we lost it, could we get the GTI vs. boards back up, those were really popular

 

[Fast Freddie]

since we lost it, could we get the GTI vs. boards back up, those were really popular

absolutely.....!

 

[blackgti06]

I would like to see websites to buy parts for our gti's also. Maybe you can keep us updated on new MKV parts that come out to the market.

 

[GTIowner954]

There were some really good sites on the old page where you could find all the best parts..... Hope you can get those back FF, they helped me findin parts a whole lot...

 

[mk4turbo87]

you should get tuners to advertise here.... i.e. EIP Tuning and such

 

[GTI MKV]

you should put the old front screen back up. i liked it more then this one. the one you have now is like another forum i know of... dont like dont like

 

[Thalo]

You mean the frontpage that had a pic of my car?

 

[deviltailedfast]

I would like to see websites to buy parts for our gti's also. Maybe you can keep us updated on new MKV parts that come out to the market.

Agreed! I found the site in the first place trying to find some upgrades. I have found quite a few interesting upgrades from walking through the forums, but I bet you could get some site supporting $$ from links into GTI specific mods!

 

[Bboy AJ]

I think that in about a year, a group buy to chip our GTIs would be great. We'd hopefully have a bigger community by then.

 

[GranTurismoInjection]

I think that in about a year, a group buy to chip our GTIs would be great. We'd hopefully have a bigger community by then.

You mean like we all chip in and buy a bunch of chips at once?

 

[Bboy AJ]

Well, usually, on other car forums I've been on, the manufacturer will give us a price cut on a certain item if a set number of people were to buy them.

For example, if 150 people are willing to buy a chip for the GTI, they'll lower the price by $30 for each of us because we're buying in bulk.

 

[dean]

Instead of trying to deal with the manufacturer, why not try to strike a deal with a retailer, so members get a set percentage discount on all auto-related parts?

FF lets a reputable online retailer advertise for free on the site. Membership dues for the site are 10$, one time only, to help defray the cost of running the site and for allowing the advertiser to use the site. There is a special forum for members only with a coupon code or a link of some sort (my wheels are starting to come off here - someone help me out). We would have to establish some sort of verification system tied to our memberships, but I know that can be done. People do it all the time on file-sharing sites.

Is this too pie-in-the-sky? I'm sure there are holes in there somewhere...

 

[Bboy AJ]

I'd pay $10 if the benefits were worth it. Anything to support a great forum.

Also, let's start taking down names for the chipping group buy!

 

[dean]

That's the other way to go. Pick one type of mod (e.g. a chip), and work a volume deal with a retailer or manufacturer without any advertising commitment. That would limit the volume, however, only to those who want a chip. What if people want springs, or body kits, or whatever? Wouldn't it make more sense to strike a deal with a broad-spectrum dealer?

 

[Thalo]

If there be chipping, count me in.

 

[Bboy AJ]

That's the other way to go. Pick one type of mod (e.g. a chip), and work a volume deal with a retailer or manufacturer without any advertising commitment. That would limit the volume, however, only to those who want a chip. What if people want springs, or body kits, or whatever? Wouldn't it make more sense to strike a deal with a broad-spectrum dealer?

Then start another group buy. Or make a deal with a company. Both ideas work, I agree with you. It would be cool to have a 10% off sort of deal with a business that sponsors this site. I think we have some growing to do first, however. Just give it time

But when there is something with obvious high demand (chip, springs), a group buy is a good idea.

 

[DrJones]

If there be chipping, count me in.

I'm all for chips.

I make some kick ass guacamole

 

[dean]

If there be chipping, count me in.

Yarr, if there be chipping, I'll hoist anchor with ye.

 

[GranTurismoInjection]

This has the potential to get more members ten-fold.

And anyway we could get parts cheaper is fine with me.