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  1. canadianferrarista

    canadianferrarista Formula 3

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    #1 canadianferrarista, Oct 4, 2011
    I just can not believe all the posters on here, who comment in the various Ferrari model forums and sections.......and do not even fill out their profile as to what cars they own......wether they be Ferrari's that are currently owned.......or they aspire to own.......or their other cars that are owned.

    This is a car forum people.
    What is with all the anonymity and secrecy of not listing what cars you own, or would like to own?........I find this very strange.

    It is like showing up to a Coffee & Cars....without a car.....and participating as if you parked your Ferrari Ghost Car or Other Ghost Car in one of the parking stalls.........How do we know that you brought a car?.......we definitely can't see it.........non are listed in your profile.........pretty hard to see....... since the members who fill out their profiles can relate to and respect each other for actually sharing their ownership information with the entire forum.

    It will be interesting in reading the responses to this thread from members with and without their profiles filled out.

    Thoughts?
    Comments?

    ps. If you don't own a car, that's okay....maybe just list what you would like to own.
    For the people that actually own F-cars and other brands......why are you holding out?....
     
  2. TheMayor

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    #2 TheMayor, Oct 4, 2011
    What I find strange is people asking for help and don't tell us where they live. Sometimes it makes a big difference -- especially if they are overseas.
     
  3. canadianferrarista

    canadianferrarista Formula 3

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    #3 canadianferrarista, Oct 4, 2011
    Exactly.
    It is almost as if people are afraid to divulge any information.......yet most people are on this forum trying to gain or get help & information.......this is one perspective that I have on this subject of Ghostly Presence.....
     
  4. michael platzer

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    #4 michael platzer, Oct 4, 2011
    ... if you would ask for help - would i find you in Vegas, LA or Hongkong? may make a difference!
     
  5. rusty2010

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    #5 rusty2010, Oct 4, 2011
    I always wondered why they kept their location secret. I would like to meet fellow owners to see their cars and show them mine. I go to the Car and Coffee location when I have the free time. It doesn’t matter if they have a car; I just enjoy showing mine and sharing the enthusiasm with others.
     
  6. rusty2010

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    #6 rusty2010, Oct 4, 2011
    By the way, I really like that Authentic 1947 sweatshirt you have, May I ask where you got it or is that a secret. lol
     
  7. michael platzer

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    #7 michael platzer, Oct 4, 2011
    purchased at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2008. original Ferrari licencensed item but i have never seen one anywhere else.
     
  8. 4re Nut

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    #8 4re Nut, Oct 4, 2011
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  9. Simon^2

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    #9 Simon^2, Oct 4, 2011
    Shhh... Secret mod in P&R. Time stamp doesn't change...
     
  10. toggie

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    #10 toggie, Oct 4, 2011
    This is a tough call. The internet can be a dangerous place.

    And many of the owners on this site keep their Ferrari ownership partially "in the closet" - they don't make it widely known to their friends, customers, or employees that they own a Ferrari.

    So, I think the best approach is to put something in those profile fields, but maybe not fully detailed information. For example, in Full Name maybe just put your first name only. Or in Location, just put the State you live in (or Country if it is outside the USA).

    But I agree, it is difficult to help people when they don't put anything in their profile.
     
  11. italiafan

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    #11 italiafan, Oct 4, 2011
    Internet...too much info can be dangerous.
    Profile, therefore does not contain much info anymore...used to be completely filled out.

    If I pose a question I would put relevant info into the post, but if otherwise just commenting on some general topic why would my location or cars be of any significance?
     
  12. UroTrash

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    #12 UroTrash, Oct 4, 2011
    Dang right people! If you have MiniVans post them up, ya bunch of chickens.
     
  13. canadianferrarista

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    #13 canadianferrarista, Oct 4, 2011
    +1
    LMAO
     
  14. 4re Nut

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    #14 4re Nut, Oct 4, 2011
    Good point. Maybe you have to sell your soul to him for access to Platinum.
     
  15. Red Head Seeker

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    #15 Red Head Seeker, Oct 4, 2011
    And this "Advice" is coming from a guy who lists his location as "With KittyFishSticks"!!!!....What's the area code there?....Mark
     
  16. fluque

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    #16 fluque, Oct 4, 2011
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    Each situation is different. IMO there is some information that is harmless.

    I have a filled out profile but don't own a Ferrari. If and when I get an Fcar or similar, I would not list it due safety concerns of my location.
     
  17. BigTex

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    #17 BigTex, Oct 4, 2011
    Some of us have been here long enough......."we know".....

    I think the OP is talking about "relative" newbs.....

    Urotrash is afraid I'll move into his swank garage and take up all the spaces...my dome tent gets a little drafty, this time of year!
     
  18. SrfCity

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    #18 SrfCity, Oct 4, 2011
    Isn't that what FaceBook is for so the government can track you over there? ;)
     
  19. BigTex

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    #19 BigTex, Oct 4, 2011
    I hope not, my oldest daughter is always posting pics of "mushrooms I have known" or whatever....
     
  20. canadianferrarista

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    #20 canadianferrarista, Oct 4, 2011
    Last edited: Oct 4, 2011
    I agree with you about the location info, unless it is relevant to a question that the "Ghost Profile" member has asked.

    What I don't get.........are all these Ferrari Chat members that either DON'T own cars, or do not list what cars they OWN, have OWNED or would like to OWN.......but yet want to participate in commentaries in the various car forum topics.

    I see your profile ownership information;I see you have a couple of vehicles and I respect that, as a member on a Ferrari Chat.

    When I read posts offering information, repair advice or their perspective on the Ferrari marque; from a member with N/A across the board on their car ownership profile...........should I take their posts as NOT APPLICABLE?

    I would really like to see and read comments from the N/A members.................I am not talking about members that disclose that they have cars, while they comment on threads.



    canadianferrarista
    WHAT IS WITH ALL THE GHOST PROFILES???
    I just can not believe all the posters on here, who comment in the various Ferrari model forums and sections.......and do not even fill out their profile as to what cars they own......wether they be Ferrari's that are currently owned.......or they aspire to own.......or their other cars that are owned.

    This is a car forum people.
    What is with all the anonymity and secrecy of not listing what cars you own, or would like to own?........I find this very strange.

    It is like showing up to a Coffee & Cars....without a car.....and participating as if you parked your Ferrari Ghost Car or Other Ghost Car in one of the parking stalls.........How do we know that you brought a car?.......we definitely can't see it.........non are listed in your profile.........pretty hard to see....... since the members who fill out their profiles can relate to and respect each other for actually sharing their ownership information with the entire forum.

    It will be interesting in reading the responses to this thread from members with and without their profiles filled out.

    Thoughts?
    Comments?

    ps. If you don't own a car, that's okay....maybe just list what you would like to own.
    For the people that actually own F-cars and other brands......why are you holding out?....
     
  21. emcauto

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    #21 emcauto, Oct 4, 2011
    I dont understand why someone would post ever car they own? Privacy and money go hand in hand Dont you think?
     
  22. jwp98

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    #22 jwp98, Oct 4, 2011
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    I think some people have safety and privacy concerns. I'm using a utility called ghostery and other measures so sites cannot tell much about me.

    Also, some may wrongly assume it's just a USA forum.

    It can be intimidating when you log on with your old 911 and some guy has two enzos. Whats the point?
     
  23. Red Head Seeker

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    #23 Red Head Seeker, Oct 4, 2011
    I think Jon might have just inadvertently disclosed he owns an "Old 911". Now he's going to get LOT'S of spam about Porsches.....Mark
     
  24. canadianferrarista

    canadianferrarista Formula 3

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    #24 canadianferrarista, Oct 4, 2011
    What???.........LOL
    What does privacy and money have to do with what car you own, used to own or would like to own???
    I don't understand your analogy.
    I hope that you have enjoyed or do enjoy your cars........whatever they are.

    I thought we were here to talk about and share our car experiences; past, present & future......that's what I am here for.;)
     
  25. Hawkeye

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    #25 Hawkeye, Oct 4, 2011
    I would post all of the details you mention if only subscribed members could view it.
     
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