Exactly. I don't think anyone who left after the forum crash ran out and sold their cars.
What is being talked about here is the lack of an organized effort to offer enthusiasts a place to gather and share information as well as document and promote the cars.
Sure a club and a forum isn't necessary for the enjoyment of the cars, but sure helps bring folks together. More importantly in the long run may allow for the interest in these cars to continue to the next generation as well as finding new care takers when owners need to make that decision.
The future is the big picture that has to be considered otherwise SAAC, the cars and interest will slowly fade into oblivion as we are seeing happen in front of us.
Don't believe me, ask anyone who was active in Forum 1.0 compared to today.