Marketing in the garage Options

[Rand]

I appreciate vendors sharing. But it feels like some vendors are getting away with using the garage as a marketing space. It stinks and the stench is attached firmly. Great for them, but not right.

[JeffBowlsby]

I consider myself firstly a dedicated 914 owner and secondly a vendor. My regular participation here is based on an innate respect and passion for the 914, not to make a living and I think people that know me recognize that intuitively.

Vendors should not feel the need to be overtly hawking their wares in the Garage forum because it detracts from the spirit and purpose of the Garage space. Chasing every nickel and dime part sale can be perceived as greedy. In my view it sends the wrong message, is not welcome by many and that's in part why I do not do it. If someone needs something for their 914 there are banner ads, vendor and classifieds pages for that purpose. The Garage is for the sharing/exchange of information, not for sales.

914world folks know of my reputation as a source for high quality wiring harnesses at reasonable prices and I am regularly contacted directly or through my website when in need. Being discrete is more respectful and seems to work well for everyone. I know I am not the only vendor here with this perspective.