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Started by WhiteStripe, December 30, 2009, 04:39:47 AM

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ducpainter

#15
December 30, 2009, 07:55:19 AM
Quote from: ducatiz on December 30, 2009, 07:05:34 AM
growing a business when the economy is booming is arguably a smaller feat than keeping a business afloat when the economy is in the shitter. 

seriously, small business loans 5 years ago were easy to get, you just needed to show up with a balance sheet showing you weren't bloowing all your income on coke.  now, it's nearly impossible even with perfect credit and assets.
This business was built long before 5 years ago...but you're right about financing for the average business.

That wasn't the problem here.

You had to see it happen to really appreciate it.

Doesn't matter...the employees have jobs at a good shop that seems to be thriving despite the economy and Ducatis poor forecasting, the owner won't starve and there is still representation of the brand not that far away both on a dealer level and independents.
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 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
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    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
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ducatiz

#16
December 30, 2009, 08:02:39 AM
Quote from: ducpainter on December 30, 2009, 07:55:19 AM
Doesn't matter...the employees have jobs at a good shop that seems to be thriving despite the economy and Ducatis poor forecasting, the owner won't starve and there is still representation of the brand not that far away both on a dealer level and independents.

>gasp<

nate being an optimist!  bar the doors!
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ducpainter

#17
December 30, 2009, 08:45:30 AM
Quote from: muskrat on December 30, 2009, 07:26:53 AM
is this their website? http://www.bcmducati.com/

I'd like to order some parts and at least try and help.
That's it.
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


Charlief

#18
December 30, 2009, 09:11:57 AM
I never understood the "wow" factor that alot of people have/had with BCM.  I neverhad any service done there. 

I will say this....  I got to know Eric from meeting him at his shop and he's a great guy. That's why I chose him to do my suspension work over the winter. 

Monstermash

#19
December 30, 2009, 09:36:49 AM
Quote from: Charlief on December 30, 2009, 09:11:57 AM
I never understood the "wow" factor that alot of people have/had with BCM.  I neverhad any service done there. 

I will say this....  I got to know Eric from meeting him at his shop and he's a great guy. That's why I chose him to do my suspension work over the winter. 

Having Eric do your suspension is a very good choice. He does top notch work and is a great guy to boot.

I'm glad Kyle has found employment elsewhere, he's a good guy. To me, since the current owner took over it's been hot and cold. One day you call up there and get great service and the next they're yelling at you over the phone. The current owner did something pretty make the beast with two backsed up to a friend not too long ago and that was NOT cool at all. I don't want to get into the details but I'm sure DP knows what I'm referring to. After that, I'm glad they're closing up shop. Ain't Karma a pregnant dog!  ;)
I've been wallowing in my own chaotic and insecure delusions.



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gage

#20
December 30, 2009, 10:34:41 AM Last Edit: December 30, 2009, 10:36:40 AM by gage
The last thing I want to be is insensitive but does anyone know what will be done with the equipment and loads of used parts in the attic?

I want Bridgeport! and ultrasonic parts cleaner! and AMA spec lightened gears and 748R cams and pankl rods and  [laugh]

Damnit there goes the downpayment on a house  [bang]

edit: when is Eric buying the dyno?

Charlief

#21
December 30, 2009, 11:23:08 AM
Stefan (Gage) you should buy all that stuff.  Then we can set it up in my garage. The wife can keep her car outside!

ducpainter

#22
December 30, 2009, 11:26:02 AM
Quote from: gage on December 30, 2009, 10:34:41 AM
The last thing I want to be is insensitive but does anyone know what will be done with the equipment and loads of used parts in the attic?

I want Bridgeport! and ultrasonic parts cleaner! and AMA spec lightened gears and 748R cams and pankl rods and  [laugh]

Damnit there goes the downpayment on a house  [bang]

edit: when is Eric buying the dyno?
Most of the attic stuff was gone long ago...

I'm sure the stuff is for sale...everything else seems to be in this world. :-\
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


gage

#23
December 30, 2009, 11:29:11 AM
Quote from: Charlief on December 30, 2009, 11:23:08 AM
Stefan (Gage) you should buy all that stuff.  Then we can set it up in my garage. The wife can keep her car outside!

Tempting... Finish the space above it and don't charge me rent and we could have a deal. You're corvette would have to live outside also so the S4's have a place to park  [thumbsup]

gage

#24
December 30, 2009, 11:30:51 AM
Quote from: ducpainter on December 30, 2009, 11:26:02 AM
Most of the attic stuff was gone long ago...

I'm sure the stuff is for sale...everything else seems to be in this world. :-\

How about a New England Group buy? Everyone chips in and we share usage

ducpainter

#25
December 30, 2009, 11:38:22 AM
Quote from: gage on December 30, 2009, 11:30:51 AM
How about a New England Group buy? Everyone chips in and we share usage
I'm good...

but go for it. ;D
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


hbliam

#26
December 30, 2009, 11:58:08 AM
Why I am not surprised in the least to see this news? The new owner was an asshole on the DML before he owned BCM and a bigger one after.

Charlief

#27
December 30, 2009, 12:34:19 PM
I wonder what the real estate is worth?   [roll]

and what's involved in becoming a NH resident?

Just wondering.........  ;D

Monstermash

#28
December 30, 2009, 12:41:16 PM
Quote from: Charlief on December 30, 2009, 12:34:19 PM
I wonder what the real estate is worth?   [roll]

and what's involved in becoming a NH resident?

Just wondering.........  ;D

Becoming a resident is just moving there and having an address. I would suggest that maybe they have a test or something you would have to pass but most of the currecnt residents in NH can't even read so who's gonna grade it?  [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I've been wallowing in my own chaotic and insecure delusions.



"Though I disagree with everything you say, I will defend to the death your right to say it."

Charlief

#29
December 30, 2009, 12:44:47 PM
Quote from: Monstermash on December 30, 2009, 12:41:16 PM
Becoming a resident is just moving there and having an address. I would suggest that maybe they have a test or something you would have to pass but most of the currecnt residents in NH can't even read so who's gonna grade it?  [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]

Nate is gonna ban you!!!!  [cheeky]
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