Me too-I stress over stupid stuff like horsepower and manual transmissions and the mere thought of people that steal stuff like that even a car body by itself with a custom paint job is a work of art yet together and complete with all the go fast goodies very very valuable- especially to the owner and his or her many relatives
A CAMARO CAN BE AN A REALLY INTENSE. FAMILY. EXPERIENCE... . MY. PARENTS WORKED THEYRE. ASS S TO. RAISE ME. .FEED ME...CLOTHE. ME.... MY FIRST DAY IN HIGH SCHOOL ...I DROVE A BRAND NEW 71 CAMARO. . THAT THEY BOUGHT ME.....I DID NOT ASK FOR IT.....I DID ASK TO BORROW 75 BUCKS. FOR A NEIGHBORS TRUCK.....A53 FORD PICKUP..... I STILL HAVE THAT 71....my parents are dead.. ..I WILL CHOOSE WHO GETS IT AT MY DEATH.. CAREFULLY
@@edwardneeley6162 might want to check the old magazine's and for sell-magazine as i remember shopping 2001-up ( got my vin around 2008-14 ) and seeing that picture of it on the grocery store display and later on the internet, ps was it ever painted blue white-stripes ( parked next door on 7th on the streets ) if so im sorry there might be a few dents/damages from my bike 🚲as a kid learning to ride, either way it inspired me as a young child Davis county/SLC ( to Preston Idaho ) might have a problem with auto-theft ( my family's harloom k1500 80's also got hit hard and yes i owning sense about 2005 first vehicle and childhood memories ect and 3 generation to drive it ) as my 1969 charger ( im a millennial generation and as a 4yo and up this is my wishful what ) got chopped-shoped around 2019 to 22 thanksgiving/Christmas time as i was fixing my brakes/willwood-swap and got it done in my rented shop and was preparing to move it across-town to my apartment after a similar life experience of forced to move back to Utah, anyways tried starting it on my day's off and found it was missing parts and then came back later that week/month and was really missing tool's and parts ect some were my gramp's ww2-tools that were in combat or so i believe as he hated reliving the war-experience's still in poverty in 2024 for now hoping it ends sometime soon, so my happy ending hasn't happened yet, but glad your ended-better off
What an awesome story. So happy you got your car back. I couldn’t imagine if my 69 Nova was stolen. My Dad gave her to me when I was 12. I’ve had her 25 years now and Everytime I sit in it I think of my Dad.
Thank you for sharing your story about your Nova. I think my dad often also. Thanks for taking time to watch my story and commenting. Keep that Nova alive and running. Enjoy it.
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Same here. Never much on watching stories like this but this one had my utmost attention especially being I'm a car enthusiast myself. Glad you finally got your car back man. They should prosecute the piece of scrap that stole it too. I've always wanted a 69 Camaro myself or a fixed up 70 c10
@@herbertvaughaniii8550 Was it sold or was it stolen? Mine unfortunately sits in my garage quietly rusting. Should have followed a different career path.
Hey Ed, I remember your '69 Camaro at the Car Craft magazine Street Machine Nationals. I drove there in my metal-flake rootbeer colored ''73 Plymouth Roadrunner 340. I bought my Roadrunner in 1975 from the dealership it sold at New in Bellevue Washington, I bought it as a used trade-in while serving in the U.S. Navy. It's still in my possession now. Glad to find out that you recovered your car. Bully for you. My present ride is a 2008 Ford Mustang GT with light personal customized touches. So happy that you are well, sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. I have lost both of my folks too. Love your car !!!!.
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@@edwardneeley6162I'll say you truly deserved to regain that sweet set of wheels after having had been deprived of it for all those years you still knew in your heart that one shouldn't lose hope- to the extent you were able to persevere through that awful runaround they gave you! Thx for the inspiration this video lends- I'm up against it myself at the moment, + hearing things like this really helps! Also- idk know if it was spell check or a good natured nickname you had at the ready describing your shared fondness for the mopar that guy owned... (I love em too/but ain't a Chevy!) but it gave me a chuckle thinking about it- he's only a renter... Camaro owns the road!! Ha - jk ! Have a goodn... y'all both!
I just happened to randomly watch this video. You came into full circle for a purpose all because of your passion brought by the Camaro. It maybe just a car to others but there was more beyond on that. This was such a great story of hope thank you for sharing.
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@@edwardneeley6162 HI! Not really a hot rod in the traditional sense and certainly not like yours. Beautiful car by the way. I just scoured the internet for months though and found a clean 2005 Audi TT. Sway bar, suspension, wheel and tires, exhaust and some maintenance and now the first road trip is this upcoming weekend. Wish me luck! Ha ha
Now that was a story and a half I'm so happy that you found your car and your purpose in life you had me on the edge of my seat 454 HP respect for your dad the star's were aligned
I’m very glad you were able to get your car back, i had a truck stolen from me 17 years ago, it was my uncles truck and he ended up going to prison and I ended up with the truck, it’s a 1991 gmc sierra 1500 and he put a bunch of work into the engine, transmission, and differential making it a off road beast but also a decent daily driver, it also had a custom paint job making it stand out, anyways one night I was working as a bartender and i left my truck unlocked as always since i live in rural Montana and at the end of my shift I went out to get in my truck and it wasn’t there, I called the police and made a report and gave them pictures of the truck and the vin and plate number and I never heard anything from them or about my truck after that, until one day in 2019 I was going to a house to do some counter tops about 270 miles and across the continental divide from where my truck was stolen and I was driving through the little community where the house was and I just happened to look out my passenger side window and out in a field with a bunch of other probably stolen vehicles was my truck, I’ve probably never hit my brakes as fast as I did once I saw it, I immediately called the police because there was no mistaking that it was mine because of the paint job, a officer came out and asked the land owner some questions and he apparently bought the truck from some tweaker for like 1500 bucks and drove it around for a while until he starved the engine of oil, he even was extra ballsy and drove around with my plate still on it, hell they were even still on it when I found it, nobody got charged for stealing it but I of course got my truck back which was enough before I found it I would look on Craigslist and market place for it every once in a while and I would always think about it since it was the first vehicle I had that was nice, my first truck was a 74 Cheyenne still got it to, I just can’t believe it was as close as it was to me and that the cops never caught the guy driving it with my plates, I’m also glad I didn’t have to go in circles with the police to get it back it’s terrible they did that to you, my truck is now running and driving and back home to be enjoyed, gonna pass it on to my boy in a couple years, at least he’s gonna have a great story to go with it 😂
Wow ,so glad you found your truck...My first truck was a 1974 Chevy Cheyenne as well. It wasn't the prettiest thing,but that's what I've noticed works for me,no one googly eyes over it and never worry about door dings. 😊
@@wynottgivemore9274 mines not pretty either, it was my grandpas truck and he gave it to me after I passed my driving test, it has some rust on the cab corners and the wheel wells, along with surface rust on the hood but I recently rebuilt the original 454 completely so it runs perfectly, I hope to eventually fully restore it one of these days it’s what the old man would’ve wanted but it still gets attention from those that appreciate these old trucks
I love your story and how you never gave up and finally got your car back after 16 years. I love how the Secretary's husband was a Missouri highway patromen and he knew your Dad and when you showed the License plate that was your dad's Patrol number and how that is now the license plate on your Camaro. I Just lost it and started crying . By the way I'm from Missouri to Springfield to be Exact. So your sotory had Extra meaning for me. Sing to me the goodLlord had a hand in you getting your car back . May your car bring you many blessings the rest of your life.
I personally own two 1969 Camaros and I was a fan of them since my father owned one in the 70s and I must say I’m really happy you got your car back. You are a great story teller and this is one of the best stories I heard in years. Hats off to your father as well thank you sir for your service rip sir.
Thank you for taking time to watch my video and commenting. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yeah it’s hard to not like a 69 Camaro. I bet it’s sweet to have two of them I would want more. Have a good day.
Congratulations! Great to see you got your car back! What a close call with the fire. My 1st car was a 69 RS, bought it in 1976,at the age of 14. Got to keep it for 24 years. My wife and I dated in it all thru high school, got married in it ,raised 3 kids with it . Always part of the family. Sold it in 2001 to start my own business. A multi millionaire bought it to start a car collection. He bought around 50 cars later, but it was one of the nicest he had. I had made it a ZL-1 replica, down to the last detail. He said it would "always be my car, he was just keeping it for me".He always said if it ever left, I'd get it back. I thought he was as good a friend as I ever had. About a year ago he sold it without even offering it back to me, not even a phone call. I was and am still heart broken.All I know is it went to Florida. I pray that someday I'll have the same luck you did and find it. Enjoy your Camaro! Drive it every time you can!!!
Thank you for taking time to to watch my story. Wow that’s a bummer he didn’t give you a call. That would’ve been great to get it back. Perhaps you’ll get it back if you can track it somehow. Thanks again for watching and hope you get your car.
What an incredible story! I'm so glad you were able to persevere and get your car back! I bought my 1967 Olds Cutlass Supreme Convertible in 1984 for $1500, which was every penny I could come up with at the time. For the next ~7 years I spent pretty much all of my available money and time on it. In 1994 I asked my now wife to marry me in it and she insists I'm never allowed to sell it. I've still got it today and can only imagine how I'd feel if it was stolen. It was rust free and in excellent running condition when I parked it in my barn in 2003. Unfortunately, due to other projects and health issues, I haven’t been able to give it the care it deserves, but at least I still have it.
Found my stolen hot rod on craigslist, it was a battle to get the PD to do anything! Persistence, and finally the call I made saying "Since you won't do anything about it! I am going over there to take care of business! (the seller/thief's house) whatever happens is on you!" and hung up. They called me right back and said don't do anything, where going to something tomorrow, then they called me back 2 hours later and said "it's in impound, no charge, pick it up". That's just a small part of the story.
My first car as a teen was a camaro which was also stolen and by pure determination was able to get back! Great story and great ride My friend! Happy memories.
I have a similar story. The first thing I learned when my car was stolen is that the police are not there to help you. They went through every excuse in the book as to why they couldn't help, even telling me on multiple occasions that I should give up and accept that it was gone. I even confronted the guy who at the time had possession of my car, and he and his friends proceeded to kick my ass. Only by sheer determination and will did they finally send an investigator out to inspect the car, and the fact that I etched a date, my initials, the cars vin number and my state title number on the backside of every part of the car I worked on was I able to finally prove that the car was in fact mine.
That's the problem. All the cop suckers in america refused to call out crooked cops and hold them accountable. It's ridiculous how many cowards there are in this country as america is falling fast.
What an awesome story. In either 83 or 84 my dad got a 67 Camaro. I was 3 or 4 at the time. Whenever we would go somewhere in it I would make him play the song "American Pie". It was stolen in 85 when I was in kindergarten. I cried so hard that my teacher sent home a sympathy note like someone had died. It was later recovered striped. We were heart broken. Dad eventually sold what was left. I ended up getting a 68 Camaro when I was 15 and loved it. I made the dumb decision that I wanted a Chevy 4x4 and sold it. My dad has since passed and I have his 1935 Chevy coupe that was also owned by my grandpa in the 60s. While I love the coupe and its family heirloom its still not the 67 Camaro that I lust over. One day I hope to have a 67....one day.
BEST CAR STORY I'VE HEARD SO FAR ON ANY CHANNEL!! So glad I somehow found this. I don't have any similar tale or anything except to appreciate our Pops out here in Santa Ana, CA. Our Dad came out of WWII and got schooled and trained as a Mechanic / Welder in Southern California (GI Bill), worked his 25 yrs for the feds at El Toro Marine Car...Corps (ooops...heh) Air Station as Fleet & Building Maintenance (1955-1980) all the while operating a neighborhood auto tune-up / brakes / radiator shop out the family garage from 1960-1980. He had retired in late spring of '80, and by end Sept '80 he passed on from cirhosos of the liver / diabetes. Pops was an ACE mechanic, could diagnose by ear, and could build / weld / repair ANYTHING. He sired 9b / 5 g (yes, Mom bore 14 kids!) which is probably why the home garage job, although working on cars was his actual passion, and most of us did time in the garage w/ Pops, cleaining parts as kids whether we wanted to or not, and most of us learning how to work on our own vehicles starting with our bicycles as kids and such. Street cars have been built in that garage as well as side hustles paid for working on our friends cars. We are car enthusiasts, racing fans, and automotive art supporters and appreciators. Anyway, sorry to make this about me, it's not. Just had to share bcuz I am moved by Ed's miracle story! Best to YOU Ed, your Dad sounds like he is an AMAZING soul, and is INSTRUMENTAL in your life's path. Blessings! J_
Edward what a crazy part of your life. I had my 72 gmc Custom stolen in `1980 when I was 18 and like you it was the worst time of my life. I lost my 396 big block hot rod, lost my girlfriend (my first love) all in the same day. With your story of not giving up, I have the drive to start looking for it starting with Denver where it was taken. Nice job inspiring me with hope that things can happen. Then the fire. wow. Just wanted to say I know what you went through. I almost killed myself at that horrible time. I said to my kids now that I knew if I could get my haid up and make it through that, I can make it through anything. What a ride life is....
The license plate was a remarkable gift. Thank you for taking time to watch my story and comment. I’m glad you liked it. Are you working on any kind of hotrod?
Your story really struck home when you mentioned the passing of your father. My father also passed away on New Years Day. 1988. I was 18 years old. My father was diagnosed with cancer only 3 months prior. It was a very quick decline of a man who was my best friend and hero. He was teaching me about cars and even helped me purchase my first muscle car not even a year earlier. A 1968 El Camino. We had plans to fix it up together but unfortunately it was a task I had to do myself. Even to this day, I do not celebrate New Years Eve. Even just writing this has brought a tear to my eye. My biggest disappointment is that my father never got to see me as an adult. My mother always said that I was a spitting image of my dad. Not just in looks but in total demeanor. Your story was nothing more than an absolute roller coaster ride of events. Hold on tight to everything you love brother. In a blink of an eye things can change your life forever.
I feel you, bro. Sorry for your loss, man. My dad just died actually 6 weeks ago. Not new years but very close, and my close friend had a baby, and I just got a new car, but no matter what I do or who I talk to I feel like nothing makes me happy. Every time something thats exciting to me happens, or that would make me happy, I think "I gotta call and tell my dad!" And then it just ruins it, and I get really down. It's awful and unfortunately it's gonna happen to us all..
Thank you very much for sharing your story. I feel you. Yeah New Year’s has a whole profound meaning anymore. Thank you also for watching my story. Please subscribe to my channel is it helps me out thank you again
Just finished the video. I'm turning 30 on September 6, I've been thru enough to relate to some stuff and emotions you went thru. The end hit me like a freight train, theres a God and he and your dad were both smiling to you. Your video gives me the strenght to keep going on and fight in life. We are born to be fighters and never ever f*cking give up. Thank you... Thank you sincerely. Nicolas.
Thank you for taking time to watch my video. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Always keep going on and fight for your life. We are born fighters. Do you have any kind of hot rod you working on?
@@edwardneeley6162 Thank you so much I will. Right now I have a 1968 Fiat 600 which I plan to upgrade the camshaft to a very choppy one with a proper 32mm carb and custom exhaust just to start. And two 2 stroke motorcycles I'm going to port and upgrade. Everything for daily use just to be a contrarian. Lifes too short to be tame. Bless you bud
That's really cool that you knew about the Vehicle Identification Numbers for the Camaros and the Chevelles. So glad you got your ride back. I'd love to run you against my 93 Safari AWD van
It's funny what life throws at us. I myself have gotten away from my passion with classic cars because of my father's passing and a not so favorable path I had chosen. It's no mistake I stumbled across this. Thank you very much for sharing your story and relighting a fire that has been long burned out. God bless you and your family.
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Awesome story Ed. As a fellow Camaro owner for over 30 years. i couln't imaging losing mine... Good for you! Thanks for taking the time to tell this story!
I’m glad you enjoyed my video. Thanks for taking time to comment. Yeah Camaro is hard to get away from once you have one for 30+ years. Hope you get her out often.
INCREDIBLE story!!! Our fathers are so important to us men and I was blessed with a great one! My son is coming up on 2 years old and guess what? He's obsessed with cars and motorcycles like me! Im so happy for you Ed!
I’m glad you enjoyed my story. Thanks for the comment. I’m even more excited that your son is a car guy. That’s called good parenting. What are you guys gonna be working on in the near future
WOW! Thank you for sharing your story. Without the details, the depth of your story would not have been properly conveyed. Teachers are one of unsung hero professions of this world. Keep up the great work!
I live in Davis County. Does not surprise me. So glad you got Pearl back. You had me in tears with the story about the license plate and your father. Great video.
I still have my first car sitting right behind me as I am typing this. Also a Camaro that I have for over 20 years pumping gas as a kid. It's a Maui blue '87 IROC that I bought for $800 after it hit a deer. It really choked me up listening to your story and thinking about my friends that helped me turn wrenches on it who aren't here anymore. The closest I can come to your story is when my cat got out and the neighbor dropped her off over 40 miles away. I found her a month later just before Christmas at 1:35 in the morning, five minutes after they posted the listing. They gave me a hard time about getting her back until I got the police involved and produced a litany of pictures of her and my dog from when they were little together. Then they instantly gave up who did what and the conversations exchanged. The reunion was glorious and emotional. I'm so glad you found your car brother. I am a tow truck driver now, so I see firsthand what our first responders do when the worst happens. I am lucky enough to have great guys like your Father and the firefighter that helped you being the majority in my area.
AMAZING story!! Thanks for sharing, and so glad you got your car back, man. edit: Never really heard anyone say they had their car "pro streeted"... "Tubbed" was always the word I would hear for that particular type of modification...
Thanks for taking time to watch my video. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yeah tubbed was always the language. Thank you again for taking time to watch my video. What kind of hot rod do you have?
Wow. Such an awesome & touching story. I'm so happy that not only did you get your car back, but you also got to spend time w/ your Dad on the journey to find Pearl. Brought tears to my eye, as I remembered my Dad had been an LEO (PD), before I was born and had been deputized to the Sheriffs dept as an extradition officer after I'd left home. During my childhood, he had became a car dealer after PD, we handled many cars of that vintage, had 2 stolen by a former employee (55 Chevy PU & 65 Mustang), those WERE eventually recovered. As a result of his being a used dealer & raising me in the business, I've enjoyed a rather long career in the auto industry, mainly in detailing, reconditioning, wetsanding & paint correction. To see you describe coming full circle in this, reminds me of what I've realized not long back. Thanks for posting, and we look forward to more updates with Pearl. Good Job My Friend, you never gave up.
God bless you brother. Awesome video brought tears to my eyes. I’m 54 and miss my dad every day. Maintenance man at a school for 19 years. You are driving my dream car. Pearl 100% 🇺🇸made
WOW !!! GREAT story Sir ! Being an old gear head I can fully appreciate your stress, struggling with people who don't play nice, etc. But you prevailed !! Kudos to you for BEING DILIGENT ! GOOD JOB !!! I would've freaked if someone stole any of my old cars ! And there were MANY !!! This is probably the best story I've ever heard heard !!!! God bless !!
Brought a tear listening too the story and knowledge of your father sir ! Always keep the faith and memory of things gone But never forgotten ! (California Smoke.)
Thank you for taking time to watch my video. I’m glad you enjoyed it. The day I heard Pearl was gone. Come back to me made my day. What kind of hot ride are you working on or Do you have one?
Great story. Have me in tears, had me rooting you on. I have a disability also. So glad it worked out for you. Great story God bless and glad you got her back.
Ed, your video came up in my feed...I think somebody's cuttin' onions in here...Salute to your pops for being a good trooper and apparently a good dad too...I had a couple of hot rods stolen back in the 80s and haven't seen hide nor hair of 'em since...I wasn't particularly invested in them like you are with Pearl...glad you got her back...peace...
Thank you for watching my story. Sorry to hear about your hot rods. It is a terrible feeling. Thank you for your kind words about Pop. He was special. Have a wonderful evening
Thank you for taking time to watch my video and your kind words. I have written a book on this, but the video is what everybody watches. What kind of car are you working on now?
This video kept popping up on my RU-vid feed for a week now and I kept scrolling by it. Today I thought I'll finally watch to see if it's interesting. You had me all invested within 3 minutes lol. Great story, told in a great way. It almost sounded like the guy that had it was kin or somehow connect to the DA or someone in power. I'm greatful you got your Pearl back.
Wow! You Sir are a fantastic story teller. I was listening, and hanging on to every word just wanting more. Thank you. I absolutely loved the part about your Dad, and his experiences of the Highway Patrol. Please show more content, i love to sit back and listen. God Bless you, and especially your Dads' beautiful soul..
I actually wrote a squaring play for it, and it placed in a screen writing competition so all I’m need now is the money. Thanks for your opinion and taking time to watch my story. What kind of vehicle do you have? Thanks again for watching and subscribe to my channel. It helps me out.
This is the best story I have heard on years explained by the one who lived it.... I can feel the emotions of happiness, and frustrations of the obstacles he had encountered in his mission to get back the piece of awesome machinery acquired from a young age... Just to have it stolen, and then go through what he did not have to go through, if the ones who are supposed to be in a position for reasons such as these, had done their jobs as they were supposed to, instead of being lazy, and made this guy do the job, these individuals should have done...... Great job doing the investigative work and getting your loved car back brother..... I totally understand your feelings in all this, as well; as the feelings of the love you had for your father, and this beautiful piece of pro street machinery.....
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i thought it was horrible... all this "i'm in this path " crap and the "i called it on the day i'd get the car back" blah blah blah , stuff is silly ... plus he's obviously changing things around to make himself sound better. weird inflection and tone at weird times just odd , the whole way he told the story was ODD
😢 my 1994 GMC was stolen 21 yrs ago... Never was recovered....i didnt do any reseach like pearl... Made a police report ... Nothing in 2024...i'm buying a 2025 el Camino
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@edwardneeley6162 I building an 89 Bronco Eddie Bauer at the moment. Basically doing a full restoration and upgrading it to a 408 windsor with a stick shift swap and offroad suspension
Cant help but wonder if the body shop owner orchestrated this. Went through something similar with mine . Stripped everything missing, owner worked out a side deal with the sheriffs. Recovered nothing Solved my last 2 auto thefts myself...ex had it stolen, they refuse to reopen the case. Never got my court ordered restitution....parapalegic 2 yrs with no car Glad you got yours back something about these 1st gen Camaros nothing can replace em.
My name is Eric. I go by the name YourBoyEric. I’m from Southern Cali. I just seen your video about your Camaro and let me tell you that it’s one of the most inspiring stories I’ve ever heard. Your story teaches us about determination and persistence which are all the qualities you have. I’m working on a 78 Camaro Z/28 myself. If you could have seen this car in the beginning stages there would have been no way you would have restored it. I mentioned that because of the determination that drove you to get your car back...no matter what other may think or say. If it’s work cherishing...it’s worth getting. At the end of your video really hit home for me. Your father meant the world to you. Same as me. My oldest brother was the same way to me. He was born premature and was the shortest of 5 brothers. He was handicapped,but determined to go to Trade Technical College here in Los Angeles. He didn’t let his handicap stop him from getting what he needed to get. Again that word...determination, and that’s exactly drove him to getting his degree. He meant the world to me like your father was to you. He finally passed away March of 2009, and boy I miss him terribly. Your story inspired me and I’m quite sure others as well. When people are against you and when people don’t want to help you we must play with the cards that was dealt to us....but you proved them wrong. Keep you enemies close, but your father closer. Enjoy your blessing. YourBoyEric. P.S...keep on hot rodding.
Thanks for sharing your story. I'm so happy you ended up getting Pearl back. It's crazy how your intuition has always led you through events in your life. I hope Pop keeps sending you signs. I'm happy to know you and to have been able to meet Pearl in person.
This was an incredible video to watch sir. A 1969 camaro is my ultimate dream to own. This story is one for the ages. Saving it from the fire is just over the top my man. I’m so happy for you to have gotten that car back. I hope you have many years of burnouts and good times. God bless you
I bought an old truck out of a junkyard along time ago and did a bunch of work to it. I then decided to go into the service and decided to sell it. Well it turned out to be stolen and all the work and money I put in it I lost, I did get back what I paid the junkyard for it though.
I did not pay the guy any money and I got the car back as it was advertised on eBay. I hope you enjoyed my story. Thank you for your comment. Be sure and subscribe to my channels it helps me out. What kind of heart do you have?
Wow! What an incredible story, you've got to be the coolest teacher ever! Your perseverance is empowering and motivating I was captivated watching this I have no idea why it showed up in my recommended but am glad it did. The ups and downs and the hopelessness feeling of being powerless against the law and still pulling through. Amazing
Such a inspirational story. As a car lover as well it is motivational. Thank you for sharing your story. I have my uncle's vette, and my son has my dad's truck. Both will be in the family for life.
What a inspirational story. Fathers are special Rip to your dad. Camaro's hold a special spot in my heart too. Glad you got your car back hearing.This story reminds me of the movie Corvette Summer
DUDE! That was one crazy out of the mind story. First thought I had while listening to your story, Camero Summer, a remake of Corvette Summer 1978. I was imagining your story with how it went missing, to the finding, to the moments with the police. DA, I mean the whole story was awsome. Glad you got her back. One last note, that lic plate is bad ass. Maybe instead of Camero Summer call it 454 Camero.
Wow man! That is something else. I felt like I was the only one that ran into that many roadblocks. The car looks really familiar to me with the Car Craft plates. I feel like I saw it back then somehow. I'm glad you finally got all the pieces put together in all aspects. Thank you!
I believe the story about Pearl having feelings. I had a Gleaner combine like that. She would run perfect for me but no one else. I called her Christine. Glad you and Pearl were reunited.
Great Story- My 2nd car was a 1969 Z/28-RS Package 302 I gave away the Steel Crank and the Angle Plug Heads cause I was Stupid but did use the 4 Blt Main Block and put a 350 Crank and Pistons Man I Loved that Car So Glad you Got yours Back
Your car sounds pretty cool. Thanks for taking time to watch my video and commenting. I’m glad you liked it. Do you have other hot rod you’re working on now?
What an incredible story man, talk about a roller coaster of emotions! When I was a kid my dad showed me a movie called Corvette Summer, a movie about a school project car that gets stolen. I haven't seen it in years but your story reminded me of that movie a bit. Mostly you just KNOWING that car was yours, I remember the kid in the movie knowing DAMN well that was the car that was stolen, but nobody believed him. I'm also sorry to hear you struggled with depression and alcohol use, I too have had to face those demons in my life. When life kicks you hard, it truly hurts. I'm happy to see Pearl is in good hands once again, I hope you are as well. Thank you again for an incredible story, I'm definitely sharing this one.
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What an awesome story. So happy you got your car back. My brother passed away Dec 31 2015 so I know how you feel about your dad and we were both in cars,s too
My dad collected classic cars. He had 38 when i left home. He alway took an insane amount of photos of them, and would place magnets in places nobody would ever look unless it was rotisserie restored or chop shopped. And of course photo all vins. He had a 65 Chevelle SS El Camino numbers matching 396 factory air, tilt wheel, power seat, and power window car. Super rare. Be hard to hide if stolen. But it was. He told the authorities about all the magnets and gave them 50 photos. Took 2 years. 3 states away it was found. In the same exact condition it left in a guys garage. The rally wheels were gone but thats it. The guy that had it paid a sultry $12,800 for it. He bought it at the Rod Run in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Thr build sheet was even in the springs of the bench seat. The perps are still at large.
Your story just came across my feed randomly... your story is amazing and I'm glad you stuck to your wits and knew this car was yours. I truly feel said person in the flame shirt from Vegas was your original culprit and or had something to do with it. Amazing story bud glad I watched.
What great story an great ending. This was on my feed for 3weeks I finally made time to watch it. Thx for sharing your Story. Sorry to hear about your dad.
Jeez man. What an incredibly powerful story. I'm so glad you got your car back, I was so upset at those police for not doing anything about it. You're doing amazing man, keep up the great work. If I could grow up to be like you I would be 100% content with my life.
Edward, what an incredible story!!! I have owned numerous Camaros over the years as has lots of people. I owned a wrecking yard and had access to thousands of cars of all makes and models. My story happened back in 1989 and is about a 68 SS Camaro. I also had strong feelings for that car. I went on vacation and upon returning realized my Camaro was gone. You story brought back the heartbreak that I totally understood when you were telling your story. I immediately began calling around and driving to places I thought might have something to do with cars. I eventually found out that my oldest brother had sold it to a guy for $100.00. The guy immediately dismantled the Camaro and started selling the parts. By the time I found him, he didn't have anything left that could be used. Sad part of the whole thing is, while I was gone, my brother also sold 2 boats, a 65 SS Malibu, a 52 Willys Jeep pick up, a 70 SS Camaro, a 58 Edsel, a 63 SS Impala, a 66 SS El Camino, and 10 other cars that I won't list. When I confronted him, he told me he didn't think I was coming back and he didn't think I wanted them.... I told him yea, that's why I kept them in my shop and spent money and time working on them all the time because I didn't want them. I still have the titles to all them cars but what good is a title if you don't have the car... If I had pursued getting them back, my brother probably would have gone to prison and I couldn't bring myself to do that... I never found out what happened or where he sold them or to who.
Hi Ed, Thank you for sharing your amazing story and "Pearl". I too have a passion for cars and was surfing RU-vid when I found your story. I truly believe all things happen for a reason, and we are all where we are supposed to be. I am very happy for you that you've been reunited with your car. Sending you Tons of Aloha from Hawaii !!!
@@edwardneeley6162 I'm not. But my father is about to finish a 67 LeManz convertible GTO conversion. It's eruption green with an LS6 and a Tremec 6speed. Beautiful car. Thanks again for sharing brother. God Bless.
What a fantastic and thrilling ride you went through to get your car back and then to top it off with that story about your father and the secretary and her husband that was just the icing on top of the cake. What a heartwarming story, way to stick to your gut and stand up for what was yours and so wrongfully stolen from you. Your story is an inspiration. Thank you for sharing, take care, ~Jonny5🥁
This reminds me of when I was a kid and had a bike stolen, then months later, seen a kid riding it. I caught up with him and told him "that's my bike, I can prove it and am NOT leaving without it." Like a gentleman, he gave it up without any need of more persuasive methods.
I have to agree. It was a great story. Thanks for sharing. Back in my 20s in the 70s I had several 69 Camaros. Among them were 2 Z/28s and one ZL/1. I also had a 396/325hp in my beater Camaro, which was a 327 with a 283 crank. That was my car that I drove back-and-forth to school and it had several hundred thousand miles on it by the time it fell apart. As I got older, I sold them one by one. I wish I had kept the ZL/1 though and she was pretty rare. Thanks again for sharing your story and the best of luck to you
What a story... I'm glad you kept your cool & didn't give up on your pursuit... It paid off , you got your baby back man... Kudos to you Sir... God Bless You... Peace
