ScoobyWon't

And you showed me how to ]b]succesfully[/b] shark the ladies

Oh, hang on...

f1_fan

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Yes I too would like to know the mindset of those who voted No as it just seems crazy to me. Maybe if non-Scoob owners were posting anti Subaru stuff all over the place then I could sort of understand it, buit that doesn't often seem to happen here.

I understand your annoyance at those who claim your opinion is less valid simply because you don't own a Scoob right now especially as that is hardly your free choice having, as you said, being forced into selling yours for financial reasons.

As far as I am concerned if people are narrow minded enough to claim you can't post here simply because you don't own a Scoob then it they who need to get a life.

Many Scoob owners who posted on this forum in the early days and helped this forum become the community it is today have moved on to other marques or drifted away from the car scene altogether - are we to now say their opinion has no validity simply because they no longer drive a Subaru?

The biggest laugh is the people that do the shouting about non Scoob owners posting here have probably only been here for five minutes themselves whereas some of the orginal posters have been on here for nealry ten years. If they are still contributing who cares whether they now drive a Scoob or not? Not me.

chocolate_o_brian

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Iagree pretty much with that, especially about the newbies, or members with about 20 posts in 3 years or something

LOL @ Suresh, voting top and bottom because he could. He could also jump off a cliff I guess

dpb

I think webby doesnt have a scooby either


so i reckon im relatively safe

Terminator X

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Non Scoob drivers should stay away from the SN General section though

TX.

fatherpierre

So does that mean scooby owners aren't allowed in Other Marques?

Jamo

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lol erm

Shark Man

It is a bit sad. And it does happen on these forums. There were some occassion that I posted some truths and critical opinions about the Impeza that went against the grain somewhat, and whilst the majority accepted my viewpoints, some members took great personal exception (almost as if I gave their staffy a kick in the nuts). Of course it was going to happen, its the internet and from that come people with all sorts of mind sets. We are all entitled to our opinions, but some step the line and don't respect others opinons, and thats where things go awry.

Some go as far as trying to find some "excuse" to justify me being here or posting what I typed. Flaming, accusations of trolling etc. rather than digesting and considering my viewpoint.

The best ones came from users who flamed me, ignoring any good points and praises I mention about the car and going on accusing me of Subaru hatred. Some going as far to say being jealous that I don't own one etc. Of course, they soon shut up when some fellow member (or myself) pointed out that (at the time) I do own an Impreza, You'd think when someone accuses a person of being jealous of a particular car, they should at least check to make sure what car they do actually own

Then we have the smart-***** who say "sell it", fine. But it wouldn't change my viewpoint either way - just give others a reason to jusify flaming me

During some point I feared that someone might accuse me of purposely buying an Impreza purely to troll scoobynet at how crap it is.

Of course, since the infraction system, I'm alot more aware of these people and therefore am much less articulate when it comes to having a good old fashioned rant about something others might object to. Its a bit of a shame when one can't make a constructive and justifiable statement or opinion because of narrow minded people eagerly jumping on the "trolling/insulting" infraction button. But I don't really care - its only the internet, there are far more important things in life to dwell on (like ignoring EVO reports and finding a "true" ultimate everyday driver's car ).

NotoriousREV

Can I ask what "genuine reasons" to get rid of the Scooby are allowed? My "genuine reason" was that I was sick of the poo quality interior (that was supposed to be be poor but I missed the r off and decided to leave it) and the fact that the bugeye was too slow.

pete higham

so you like to think

HankScorpio

You need a good mix, who remembers mycroft..?

chocolate_o_brian

iTrader: (22)

Any genuine reason really. Things like a growing family, or requirements like better fuel economy/comfier ride etc. Suppose these may or may not be classed as genuine, but thats what it's all about, peoples different opinions.

Lisawrx

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Why?

Does because someone doesn't have a Subaru anymore/ at all mean they are not able to offer advice, help or an opinion? Just because someone doesn't own a certain car, doesn't mean they don't have something equally valid to add, moreso sometimes.

Not to mention, not all topics in general are absolutely specific to the brand, rightly or wrongly, so I personally can't see why anyone can't join in.

At the end of the day, it is just a forum, and yes there are more important things in life. However, to some people, they do treat it more as a community, as intended, and are here to help, for help, and most of all enjoy it, so why some people want to ruin that spirit is beyond me. To me it's just childish (if meant seriously) to say 'I don't want to talk to them as they don't even have a scooby', or 'Your opinion doesn't count, you don't own one of these anymore'. To throw around insults is not only childish, it's unneccesary, and only makes the person doing it look bad.

It cuts both ways, as just because someone has a different opinion, or says something not everyone may like, to play the trolling card straight away is just as bad.

Leslie

I loved my original STi and tweaked it up into a very fast machine with outstanding roadholding. I agree with the less than outstanding quality of the interior but the engineering build was excellent, not a self tapping screw to be seen!

I had to sell it for personal reasons but still think it was a good car.

I don't think that the fact that it has gone should preclude me from posting on this forum or for that matter anyone else who has never owned one.

Les

StickyMicky

i thought scooby drivers were in the minority in this forum anyway?

Terminator X

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Well, the majority of the "I used to drive a Scoob" brigade just seem to troll within SNG hence my request that they stay away. I do post in NSR however I don't just own a Scoob

TX.

Jamescsti

I've had three other car's since i owned my STi but still come on here more than any other forum, spend more time in NSR and other marques now though.

Still ex scooby owners have a lot of knowledge to pass on

Terminator X

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SNG should be a positive place for people who are looking for advice on Scoobs. Generally this will come from current Scoob drivers or (humble pie consumed) indeed people who used to own one. I object to the Scoob haters trolling within SNG hence IMHO they should stay away.

TX.

Lisawrx

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That's better.

Can't disagree with you there. It is a place for advice and discussions, and shouldn't be used just to start having slanging matches. I don't see a problem with constructive criticism, and that can come as much from current scooby drivers as much as anyone else, just not using it to slag people/cars off and generally be unpleasant.

A bit less bitching and sniping at one another across the board would be no bad thing. It's supposed to be a community, of which we all enjoy for our own reasons, regardless of what car we have/our circumstances, that's why we are here, and as such I don't see that there is a place for people being out and out unpleasant. A bit banter is one thing, but I can't understand anyone being here, just to upset other members. Maybe I don't understand, as I'm quite nice, if I do say so.

JimmyBFC

Im still post here but more than happy with my new runaround

que picture plug.....

jasey

I had to sell my Subaru to pay for my Plus Membership - Does that count as a Genuine Reason .

Who cares wot car you currently drive - Scoobs long gone - Still some entertainment to be had in here - Though not as much as the old days

Shark Man

I still have to fix/maintain my old scoob....does that count for anything

(and still doesn't do the **** pixie dance during oil changes )

Paulo P

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I joined here 4 years before I bought my Subaru and I sold that 2 years ago It's more about the people than the cars for me and although I've moved on I still have some knowledge about Subarus that I share.

ChefDude

i joined in june 2000 and picked up my scoob in july 2000. sold it 2 years later and I'm still here

haven't owned a car for 4 years

scooby L

I got my old STI back in 2003 and joined SN a month or so later, I found the site useful (and expensive due to all the group buys we used to have!) but when I sold the STI I stopped logging on.

Now I have my new Impreza I'm back (and the questions in SNG ares till the same) which I sometimes can help with (same answers) but i've noticed alot more troll type behaviour, resulting in fewer posts from genuine (myself included) members because you see right through the OP's motives.

TelBoy

How did you get banned you Muppet?

Daft Lad

Been without my old Impreza for about 3 months now but I still love the cars so I see no reason to stop floating around on here! That and all the topics about mpg etc over on the Skoda forums can get a bit tedious after a bit

J4CKO

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I have come close a couple of times and bought a Volvo T5, Fiat Coupe Turbo and a Saab Aero instead because my missus thinks they are a **** car, they do attract some prize bell ends now they are cheap but that isn't my experience on here (in the main). Have registered on the forums for the other cars I have owned but the Volvo ones are too Swedish, Fiat owners always seem to be on the verge of crying due to engine problems and the Saab owners are ok but dont say much.

As for the Rover Forums (I had a BRM), bunch of strange anoraks in the main.

So, here I am, in the midst of Scoob owners.

WRX_Dazza

i posted on here long before i bought a scooby....

just a shame i didnt ask for advice when i eventually bought one

onwards and upwards. pip pip.

in answer to your question, i dont think it matters a jot, really.

jjones

who can forget mycroft

what was his parting line? "i hope you die of cancer" or something similar