Jeffrey Sharp wrote:
Forgive me if this has already been discussed today; I
don't have time at
the moment to scan the entire thread.
With this latest round of discussion about eBay, the thought crossed my mind
that maybe we need our own WWW auction site. It would only contain classic
computers and related items, and it could be designed in such a way that
would please a large number of list members and colleagues, including those
who avoid eBay. Could I hear some opinions on this, please?
My WWW-related programming skills -- not my traditional forte -- have
seriously improved since the last time we discussed ideas for the CC site.
In fact, I've been doing it for money at my workplace for the last few
weeks. For several months now, I've been increasingly interested in
implementing some of the ideas I've had for ClassicCmp improvements, and if
people think it is a good idea, an auction subsite would make for a very
interesting project. Don't worry; there are no weblogs up my sleeve. :-)
Personally, I think that this is an excellent idea. It wouldn't have to
be at all elaborate. Just some webspace to advertise one's 'spares'.
For "auction" it could easily be 'best offer by...' A true sealed bid
auction!
The VW bus community does this on their website at: <http://www.type2.com>
Of course, it would require someone willing to spend the time to
administer it.
Jim