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I don't think there is a bad factory color for a 1966 GT350. They are all beautiful in their own way. I'm partial to blue/white, but have to say that an ivy green '66 is a stunning car – especially when viewed in person. I'd love to own one.

Be true to yourself on this one. If you personally don't like green, then don't by a green car. But if you do like green, don't let detractors keep you from the color you want.

Steve

Jim, this is strictly my OPINION.

I think you're on the right track. If a car would take $80K in work to be worth $200K, then its current value is probably $120K – give or take a little.

If the car is anything close to presentable, a buyer might pay a little more than that with the idea in mind to simply enjoy the car as it is.

But if the car would require a restoration, then any buyer will probably subtract a little from that $120K number as compensation for their time and trouble during the restoration, and to have a little in reserve for the inevitable and expensive unknowns that always surface during that process.

Again, just my OPINION.

Steve

Quote from: computerworks on January 21, 2018, 12:12:36 AM

Quote from: SFM6S087 on January 20, 2018, 10:13:41 PM

1) If the forums were backed up, how did everything get lost?

There was a multiple failure of both hardware and software at the Server that caused sufficient corruption.

2) Is the current backup process more reliable than the one that just failed? And if so, how?

Yes... going forward, we will have redundancy beyond our last regiment.

THANKS! That's good news. Hopefully that assurance will encourage our members to put in the time and effort needed to properly cover some of the more intensive topics.

Steve

THANKS for taking the time to post these great, detailed instructions!

Steve

Quote from: computerworks on January 20, 2018, 04:41:13 PM
How is the new SAAC forum affiliated with the SAAC club?

--the same way as the old one, administered and run by SAAC HQ

Will everything posted here be visible to anyone with an internet connection regardless if they are a forum member and/or SAAC club member?

--the Forum is and has always been open to Members and Non-Members alike. Not all info will be visible to Guests.

Do our annual SAAC membership dues help support the forum?

--in a manner of sorts. Expenses for software and hosting are paid by SAAC HQ, and dues are a main source of funding for SAAC.

Do SAAC club members get any special privileges?

--as in the prior Forum, SAAC Members have an elevated user account, with reserved Forum areas for their use.

Who 'owns' the information posted on the forum and what are they allowed to do with it?

--The information posted is owned by the respective authors. If you don't want to freely share info, do not post it.

Will the forums be backed up?

--They have been and they will continue to be
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I always thought the 'old' forum was a benefit of being a supporting SAAC club member but I may have been wrong.  I'd like to understand the relationship between the club and forum before jumping back in.

--The Forum is a significant component of the Club, provided for the pleasure and convenience of its members and friends.

Thanks for taking the time to answer those questions. I have two more.

1) If the forums were backed up, how did everything get lost?

2) Is the current backup process more reliable than the one that just failed? And if so, how?

I love this forum and the helpful members here. And I'd like them all to know that their contributions are not in constant danger of disappearing. Nothing comes with a 100% guarantee, but some explanation of any new, better backup procedures might go a long way in encouraging contributions - some of which can require a lot of time and work. I know at least one member who put hundreds of hours into a well liked topic. I suspect he will not do that again if he feels like the treat of losing it all overnight is hanging over his head.

Thanks,
Steve

Quote from: computerworks on January 20, 2018, 10:34:06 AM

Quote from: 67st102 on January 20, 2018, 10:29:52 AM
So help the forum members understand why there were not regular backups of data over the years along the way.  Its really unfortunate that so much information had to be lost forever/ disappear because a backup of data did not occur.  Was this possible to do - but just not get done - or is it more complicated than that?  And is there a plan for the backup of data going forward?  Are we learning from mistakes made or could the same thing occur going forward?  Not trying to stir the pot, just trying to understand why some preventive maintenance did not occur and therefore the lose of so much good information - which is really disappointing.  Glad its back and running again though.  Thanks for the efforts to try and recover the past.

It was a perfect storm of malfunctions at the server side.
Of course, you always learn from the unexpected... new features are in place.
Thanks for your concern.

It's wonderful to have the forum back online, and you & everyone involved are greatly appreciated. But I suspect that this recent hiccup may discourage some people from putting much time and work into future posts – for fear it may all simply disappear again.

Can you add any to your explanation, and possibly give us an insight into some of the precautions being taken to try to avert this kind of thing in the future? I know there are no 100% guarantees, but some reasonable assurance that new processes are in place to safeguard against future disasters would be comforting.

I'm here no matter what because this is simply the best place in the world to communicate with fellow Shelby enthusiasts. THANK YOU for all your hard work on behalf of the Shelby community.

BTW, it's funny to see you, the Administrator, listed as a Newbie. I guess there's humor to be found in any situation if you just look hard enough.

Steve