Rick Buffkin asks for help resolving Server 500 errors when trying to import 1,000 vehicles with multiple images into a WordPress micro-site on GoDaddy shared hosting, with the theme designer blaming image processing as the bottleneck. The discussion reveals the core issue is PHP's maximum script execution time limit (typically 30 seconds) rather than file size, and responders debate whether he should optimize the import process or upgrade to better hosting/specialized dealer inventory solutions like Dealertrend or Car Dealer Press. The thread concludes that while temporary PHP setting adjustments might help, Rick's real problem stems from trying to handle heavy image processing on shared hosting, though some suggest exploring alternative inventory plugins or returning to his existing CRM provider's integration options.
