If you ask for an appraisal,then that is what you should get. It can be handled tactfully and with class. There is obviously a wealth of knowledge on this board. Would the site not be better served with a dedicated forum for those, "in the know", to discuss their opinions of somene's car? A moderated forum that, keeps bashing in check and makes for an enjoyable and informative read for us other gearheads. I would be in favor of just such a forum. Then when someone gets out of line in another forum, they can be escorted to the newly created critique forum, or perhaps even escorted off the site if they can't make nice comments. I just think the site will be better in the long run if overzealous comments are reined-in. Once again, if someone asks for opinions or selling tips, give them a forum to receive what they want. Thanks for all that responded so far.