[jimmy]

The main problem (just been contacted by someone from maxbashing about him) is that on this forum COL is a god and will ban him. The problem is that he has taken to directly PM'ing people.

I can't stop that - and I don't want to discourage new members to be a part of it all. But if we can start putting in checks and looking at those who wish to become a 'trusted trader' or whatever, then when you get an offer from them it's a small comfort to know I've looked at them personally, and if needed, asked for ID or other proof. I don't wish to upset anyone - but it upsets ME greatly when someone is scammed on my forum that's full to the brim of honest racers.