Quote Originally Posted by Dark79
Probably because they don't want the newbs trying to strike deals by bypassing the forums and sending PMs instead.

I have a long way to go, but I think it'll be worth it to trade with established members. Hopefully that means dealing with more experienced builders and fewer lowballers. Trading on Hardforums and Anandtech is driving me crazy
I guess the PM function could be disabled too. Really I asked because I was at 99 and it brought me over

Eric