Heavy handed? Really? And you own a Cobra? Everyone is so bloody sensitive these days. There is nothing heavy handed in that statement. It's a simple reminder that states the facts. It's starts with Dear and ends with All the best. Let me fix the middle for you.
Dear 55312,
May we kindly bring to your attention that your access to the paid subscription "Club Cobra Gold Star Contributor" is about to expire? We know you are very busy, but if you could just find the time to look into this matter, we sure would appreciate it.
By the way, if you have selected a recurring subscription you will be automatically billed for the renewal, else to renew this subscription you should visit
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/payments.php. Isn't that a nice convenience?
Please also note (and we really regret doing this, but we don't know a better way of handling this sticky matter), if you do not extend your subscription, we're really sorry, but we will have to delete your access.
We truly appreciate all you've done for us. We hope none of this inconveniences you. You're the best.
All the best,
Your humble servants at Club Cobra