I started this site a year ago. I started it because I have a strong passion for exotic cars, and many of my friends do as well. Last November I purchased vbulletin, and completly re-skinned the site myself. I was very new to web development and design at the time, so I didn't advertise much, and my SEO was poor. I now run content relevent URL's and automatic sitemap generators. I also improved my ranking with many backlinks, and even picked up a few sponsors. November 1st 2005 I had 211 members, I know have close to 2,500. As you know you can never have enough... What do you guys think? How can I improve the site? Should I try to venture off into other "high life" subjects? Such as watches, boats, vacations, dining, cigars? It seems like a good idea, but there are already specific sites for most of those things... Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks, Ferrarislave EDIT: Almost forgot here is the URL: http://www.exotixboard.com
Like the design... I wouldn't add all that other general topics as you mentioned. Do some research and find out what other topics would intrest Exotics car lovers. Most of your users are probably men so why not have a "hot pictures" topics Good Luck
hey how did you get so many users? your site seems to be focused around forums only with other litttle content, and have a low PR... Do you get your traffic from google?
Thanks, I worked hard on the design, and I definetly paid off. I receive many many compliments on a daily basis almost. I really appreciate it!
i like it alot, the only thing i would suggest changing is the fixed background. That has sort of a tacky myspace page feel.
The background is at the bottom only, it fades towards the top of the forum. If it were not fixed it would look very wierd. Thanks for the feedback.
Wow... very clean looking forum. I love the header. If I knew more about programing/coding I would make my blog look something like that. If you want I might be able to write a post about your forum on my PremiumPosts.com blog since it is pretty in line with my site. I get a number of visitors in the Premium Automotive section that would probably be interested in your forum. Anyway, great site and I look forward to hearing from you!
That would be great! I always wanted someone to reivew the site on a blog. It seems that we both share the same passion. Nice avatar!
No problem, I will try and get around to it tomorrow! Maybe once I create the post you can mention it in a thread and link to it in your "off topic" section so we can both get a bit of traffic... Also, is it ok if I use your header picture in the review? I love that pic! Lastly... if you have anything specific you want me to mention just let me know.
Sure think I will make a topic in off-topic for our members to see our first blog reivew And yes it is perfectly ok to use the header image in your blog post. Thanks.