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Since no one has mentioned about SMF(Simple Machine Forum Software), I will be the first person to recommend you to use SMF if you are looking for a free software. It has rich features and simple interface.

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As I am also thinking of creating another forum of mine related to Sports Car. I think I would be using PhpBB for it. My first one has vbulletin on it. So I think, basically these two are the leading script.
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I like both vb and phpbb as well, they have tons of customizable options that can have your forum looking individual and spiffy. vb's a little pricey but a much nicer interface imo
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Since no one has mentioned about SMF(Simple Machine Forum Software), I will be the first person to recommend you to use SMF if you are looking for a free software. It has rich features and simple interface.

http://www.simplemachines.org/

I would recommend SMF too, Its a great little forum.
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Both Vbulletin and phpBB are Search Engine friendly as well as user friendly, so choosing any of this wont be a problem for you.
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I highly recommend grabbing a vBulletin license for $160. It is definitely worth it.
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For something simple and very Web 2.0ish, you could also go for www.getvanilla.com
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starting a forum is easy but getting visits is the hard part.
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i am up for phpbb, free and all the good features.
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For something simple and very Web 2.0ish, you could also go for www.getvanilla.com
Very impressive! In fact I am tempted to switch from phpbb. However it does seem more suited for websites that are a lot more than just a forum.
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