Here's the Deal...

[Plum6Pak]

I am new here, and think some people have a hard time giving $$ so someone can get a free car. Most of us scrounge to get parts for our own projects. I'd love to help burpin out if he kept his car, but have a hard time with this give this guy a car. Maybe he is a great guy. I think reposne would be better to have tickets for 100. and have a raffle. If someone wins the car and wants to give it away then fine. This is just my opinion on why everyone hasn't rallied for this cause. Sorry if I have offended anyone.

  I don't know how to ask this and not seem like a skeptical selfish ass ?
[ Except that I was a veteran in a war zone, and currently volunteer at the local zoo- to the benefit of children and animals]

  Is there a particular reason CudaGuy cannot afford a Cuda, or to save for one ?
 I couldn't find the reason in reading all posts in the secret section.

 I understand boardmembers would like to provide an awesome surprise for a returning vet.

 Military Service members in a war zone get special hazardous duty pay above and beyond their normal pay .
 Also Service members in a war zone do not pay Any taxes on their earnings while in that zone.
 If he and his family can manage money, he should return with maybe several thousand in incentives for being there.
 Married members also get VHA + BEQ , or equivalent[ housing  $$ allowances for family/self that single servicepersons usually do not get- they are expected to live on base and like it]

 I'm all for helping people in dire situations beyond their control.
 Am I missing something ??    { Besides compassion as some may think   }

No offense taken what so ever, thanks for your input and thank you 74Mopar for your service, I really mean that. Anyone who goes and serves, even if they aren't in a war zone is doing a great service to all of us here. You and others who have served in a war zone are very highly thought of and respected by not only myself but countless others here and throughout world. Your opinion is respected and you have every right to ask what this is about. It's about helping out friends. We can't help everyone at the same time so why not start somewhere? I know exactly where my donation is going here, many places we can donate, much of it gets lost in the shuffle somewhere. If I can help out someone, why not. I'm not trying to convince you, just explain where I am coming from on this. As I stated earlier, Burpin is going to sell his car regardless, he could just eBay it but this would be helping out two of our friends at the same time. Thanks for your input and thanks for your service! See you on the forum.
P6P

[HemiOrange70]

""but please at the same time don't become condencending or judgemental of anyone""
I wasn't aware that i was condenscending or judgemental

[MEK-Dangerfield]

OK,
  My 2 pennies now...
I see 2 parts to this equasion. The first part is Burpin has to sell his car for tax purposes. I loved his line about God being more forgiving than the IRS.  It is generous of him to lend his car to this "idea", but if he doesn't sell it here, I'm sure he can sell it elsewhere. I feel bad in that sense, as I know the car means alot to him.

So the second part of the equasion, I think this is where people are having trouble. There are many good people on this site that can't, and might not ever be able to afford the car of their dreams. Don's military record not with standing, I think these other people have a hard time donating, wondering why he deserves more than they do. It's not like we are talking about a $5000 project here. I can imagine a few people having trouble donating to a fund where someone other than them gets a $20,000 car. You can bash me, but I know others feel this way. I just think this isn't such a great idea.

  Mike

[7DMACH1]

Mailed my donation today!!!!

[Rev-It-Up]

Thank you Mach1! 

I know this idea isn't supported by 100% of the forum (I don't think any fund raising venture will be).  However, please let's not make this into a political rift.  If you would like to donate, we would really appreciate your support.  If you don't feel this is a "good" idea,  I believe your point of view has been expressed.  Let's move forward in a positive direction now. 

[Plum6Pak]

Thank you Mach1! 

I know this idea isn't supported by 100% of the forum (I don't think any fund raising venture will be).  However, please let's not make this into a political rift.  If you would like to donate, we would really appreciate your support.  If you don't feel this is a "good" idea,  I believe your point of view has been expressed.  Let's move forward in a positive direction now. 

And that's why she's the admin. Way to put it. 

[whitesatinmopar]

As many of you have read, Burpin needs to sell his cuda because he is in need of some cash.  Many of you have offered assistance and have voiced a desire to help out by donating money to Burpin.  As much as we all would like Burpin to be able to keep his car, he refuses to take the money and also keep the car.  After discussions with Burpin, we've come up with a plan.  The plan involves another member that many of you know, who has been on the board for 4 years now.... TheCudaGuy (CG).  He is currently stationed in Iraq on his second tour of duty.  A short time ago, one of our moderators received a call from his family and was asked if our board could figure out a way to acquire a cuda for him when he returns from Iraq.  TheCudaGuy has NEVER owned a cuda. 

Our donations could help two members at the same time.  If we can raise the amount of money that Burpin needs, he has agreed to sign the title of his cuda over to TheCudaGuy.  The amount we will need to raise is $20,000.  I know this sounds like a lot, but the internet is a big place and Burpins' burnout is widely known.  Maybe we can all help spread the word.  We will have until April 1, to raise this amount.  If the amount is raised, that money will go to Burpin and he will sign the title to the cuda over to CG.  If the amount of money isn't raised by April 1, Burpin can decide to 1)  Take the amount we have collected and sign over the cuda, 2) extend the date so we can keep contributing or, 3)  sell the car to another party and we will use the money to purchase a different cuda for CG. 

In either case, it would be great to use the 2007 Carlisle event to present CG with his cuda since he'll be there.  That way many of the C-C.com folks will be there to join in the celebration.  I'm sure we could get the Carlisle Event's Staff involved along with some magazines...  Talk about a Kodak moment!

The Secret   ....  I've been able to put CG into a members category that will NOT allow him to see the new "BurpinChunks' Cuda and TheCudaGuy" section (the one you're in right now)...everyone else has access.  So everyone needs to keep all the discussions about this plan exclusively within this section only! 

How to make donations:  I have set up a new paypal account that will only be used for this purpose.  The paypall address is mrcjdavis@hotmail.com .  Take into consideration that paypal will usually take out a % for a fee, so if you would like to send a check, you can send me a private message or an e-mail at LL_Davis@hotmail.com and I will send you my home address. I will then cash the check and move the money into that paypal account so it doesn't incur the fee.  Whichever way you choose to donate, please be sure to put your C-C.com name somewhere on your correspondence.  As soon as I recieve any money, I will begin a locked thread that will list all the donation amounts (minus paypal fees) and a running total, along with all the contributors (unless you request to be listed as anonymous). 

If you have any questions or comments, post them here.  So, let's get Burpin the money he needs and CudaGuy a great welcome home present!!

Sorry to quote / post such a long discussion, but perhaps this answers my question. I remembered Burpin and the situation with his Cuda, but.....................we;;, you all can read. And guess who brought it to our attention, I should have realized..........................   

[Mr. 6pak2go]

wow now my eyes hurt!! im kinda lost on the situation!! but i hope it all goes as planed!! good luck to all! im keeping all my opinions to myself!! (easyer to stay out of trouble that way) lol