And......
What is the point of publishing this?
Yes, its public info. but what really is the point? Just because you can publish something doesn't mean you should. Is there an "editor" on Patch?

Is this supposed to make us "hate the rich"?

I agree with Anne.

This seems to be for no real reason, and to represent questionable judgment. Are the registrations a matter of public record? Sure, but that isn't a reason for publishing. Is it news? No.

What is the rationale here? I could even understand publishing the list of cars and values, without the names, but what purpose doe it serve to force those individuals into the spotlight?
Here's the purposes I see;
1. Drive the registrations (and the tax revenue out of town, where privacy is respected.
2. To embarrass people who may have chosen to remain quietly in the background. I mean, seriously, its not like you see many of these cars around...many are collectibles, and probably are rarley on the road. Can't the owners be permitted to quietly enjoy them?
3. And last but not least, lets provide names, so addresses can be looked up, and cars targeted? Stealing expensive cars for hire, to be shipped offshore is not uncommon. Maybe, next time, you can make it even easier to target them, and publish addresses, along with names, eliminating that step?

Patch, you might have the right to do this, but it doesn't mean its right to do.

Yeah this is not a cool thing to do.
Maybe patch editors can publish their own tax returns? David? Can you put out your income for the past 10 years? I have no reason to know it--but there doesnt seem to be any reason to withhold it. And also any financial dealings or speeding tickets or crimes that anyone employed by Patch in all districts experiences?
If you think that isnt a good idea, then why?
This list is not that different.
None of these people deserve to have their privacy breached.

Why aren't you publishing "Darien's 50 Cheapest Rides"
(and naming the owners thereof)?
Answer: Out of respect (for privacy). Are those who have worked hard and chosen to buy expensive cars not entitled to the same respect?
This was a lapse in judgment by an otherwise good "journalist" in my opinion.
Please don't miss the lesson here David.

This is in poor taste... looks like its time for Gurliacci to go. What a dumb article

Hey Gurliacci you must move on and leave Patch. You must be bored if you are publishing this info.

I agree with Anne & Ed. Also, Patch should pay for any stolen cars. I mean, duh! Why don't you also publish how much these people give to charity every year (with their permission), that has a nicer ring to it. Or the top Darien donators of the year?!

Every one of you who clicked on the headline and read the article helped justify the article, and your complaints are welcomed because controversy sells clicks and clicks sell advertising. Crass journalism is like a misbehaving toddler: Ignore it and it will stop.

I'm ignoring Tom Wilson....

Never works with me.

Tom how old are you? 10?

Interesting reading, and as a car buff and I find it entirely justified. And, whoever found it "embarrassing", let me explain. People who find it embarrassing to be seen driving a Ferrari or Bentley do not purchase them. Some regard them as art and some as a mark of achievement but they are not hiding them in the basement. As for theft, cars like these have a very low theft rate and thus are surprisingly cheap to insure. They are not able to be driven in public by thieves and are also difficult to sell, although not so true for Porsches, which are relatively common.

I find this a bit disconcerting. Yes, it's all in the public records -- but -- why do you have to resort to sifting through public records, intruding on people's privacy, just for an article? Surely their are more important issues taking place in town that deserve attention rather than chasing expensive cars that a few people are driving!

While I can imagine Darien Patch wants to print interesting articles that engage the community, all this can do is encourage potential vandalism, robbery etc. If you recall, the Cheshire invasion was based on the fact that a woman and her children were targetted due to the car she was driving.

As a member of this community, I moved here because Darien tends to be a fairly low key town. There is a ton of wealth here, but flashing it is not what goes on. While some people may own a lovely sportscar, it's really not something we show off, or want to be known for. I'd like to encourage the paper to think about the consequences of it's actions.

Mr. Couto, you stated "no one said or implied it was illegal. Some people just think that Patch should have some moral fiber to decide not to publish a list like this for its readers". Thank you for making that statement and then posting Mr. Gurliacci's home personal information. By showing your moral fiber, or lack thereof you have provided such a wonderful teaching moment. A perfect example of how I would expect my teenage children NOT TO ACT. A chance to teach children to speak up, disagree, blog, but not use the web to be mean or to retaliate. Thank you for this opportunity.

And I can't believe nobody's whining about the misspelling of "Concours." Wake up, white people!

Thank you all for your comments. This thread is now closed.