Could use a friend right about now...
 

A funny thing happened on the way to work today...
Got up & ready for work, did the usual routine, left my apartment, walked out to the parking lot to get into my truck and......NO TRUCK! Someone had stolen it!! My baby! Bought it brand new and have had it for 13 years. What would anybody want with a 13 yr old pickup?

I feel like I'm in the twilight zone right now. Took the day off to call the police, insurance company and get a rental car. Got a headache and can't really eat anything. I'm pretty ticked off and depressed about this. Kinda need a friend about now...

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Well, Steve, you have a friend in me, mate. I may not be there with you physically, but I am there with you in spirit. And I may not be a real Private Investigator, but I do consider myself somewhat of a detective at heart. So if I were there, I would most likely be out looking for your truck. Don't give up hope. Your friend...

Ken,
a/k/a
Cylon Number 13

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Oh hon!:blink:
I'm so sorry to hear this. I can only imagine how you must be feeling right now.:(
I know very well how you felt about your truck. This is just a lousy thing to happen to a good person like you. I'd be holding the astrum up against a wall right now with my blaster held to their head, if I could for you.

Sweetie, don't give up hope like Cy says. It could still be found and be hopefully returned to you. You're in my prayers, Steve, you know that;)I'll send a request for Archangel Micheal be at your side to aid you in all you need.:wings:

Don't let it get you too down. Indeed this is not something you needed, but try to keep positive, my dear friend.
I'm here if you need an ear, always! Come talk to me if you need someone:rose:
You winglady stands by!:girl:

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Sorry about this mate. wish I could help more but alas. no luck there ..

I hope they (COPS) locate it soon in good condition

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Sorry to hear about your truck. Hoping it's found in good shape, quickly.

13 years, must have been a great truck so far. Hang in there.

Jewels

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That's never a good feeling, and having had it so long only adds to it. I also hope it's found quickly and in good shape.

I am
Dawg
:warrior:

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Steve,

I'm sorry to hear about this as well. As with the others, I hope this event has a happy conclusion.

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I'm also sorry to hear what's happened. :(
I hope that you get your truck back.
I'm saying a prayer for you.

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Oh sweetie! I remember your truck! (Sounds a little dirty.) I am so sorry to hear this! Any leads yet?

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Okay Steve, we are in the same area...if you want I can come by and pick you up and we could take a trip around if you like. Let me know if I can help. I've said a prayer for my friend.

13 years, man...I hope to have mine at least that long. I bought mine brand new too in 2005 and I KNOW your were attached. Again let me know...I'll keep my Yahoo Chat open for you if you want to meet up later. My Yahoo ID is klingongeneral.

Your friend,
John
aka D'Ghor

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To everyone, Thanks so much.
Just to update: No news yet. SDPD has not located the vehicle. I'll let you all know how things are progressing.
I've had a little time to "deal" with all of this. Started networking with my Sis and friends here. Asking everyone to "keep their eyes peeled", as it were, when driving around. Sis has a few contacts with the Border Patrol (among others). They say it's more than likely still on this side of the border. They are keeping an eye out for it though.

Not sure what condition it's gonna be in. Could be in pieces at a chop shop or could be abandoned somewhere. I'm hoping for the latter. Glad you remember the truck Dy. (that did sound a little dirty...kinda like how the truck was. :LOL: ) Thanks again for everyones support, well-wishes and prayers. It has helped and is deeply appreciated. :salute: KG, I just might take you up on that most generous offer my friend. I will be in touch. ;) :salute:

Yes I am fond of my truck. :love: When Nissan came out with the Hardbody, I fell in love with the design (Not unlike the first time I set eyes on a certain spaceship for the first time 30 yahrens ago... ;) :D ) One day I said I'm gonna get one, and I finally did. Knew exactly what I wanted on her. V6, 4WD, 5 SPD, Xtra Cab. Got her brand new. Here's a pic if anyone is interested. This was taken about 3-4 years ago. Still looks and drives awesome. Not bad after 13 years.

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....and that's after 13 years?


WOW!!

Keep thinking happy thoughts!

:)

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Beautiful truck, my friend. I hope they catch the thieving frackers who stole it, and return it to you with all due haste. (In the same condition is was in when they stole it) You are in my thoughts.

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I agree that's a beautiful truck.
I would like to beat the felbercarb out of the people that stole it from you. :mad:
I hope it's returned to you safely. You're in my thoughts and prayers. :)
I wish I could buy you a new one!

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No worries, I'm bringing my Bird of Prey (IKV SuvwI'po') tomorrow and meeting up with you and we'll go and see what we can do.

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Then it's a mission! :thumbsup: You bring your batlh'eth (sp?) and I'll bring my blaster... :D

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Very kind of you to wish for that. She still may yet turn up.

Thanks again for your support everyone. :salute:

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Its always tough when some thieving daggit takes your possessions. Leaves you feeling violated and might angry at the same time.

But when its a man's ute (=truck) then its personal, and hell have no fury like a car lover separated from the object of his obsession. (except perhaps if you harm his dog or serve him warm beer. The 'missus is negotiable.)

Hope they find her in a recoverable condition.

Every sympathy,
Lara

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A similar situation happened to my neighbour.
His car was recovered and in good condition.
I pray and hope the same happens for you.
I wish I could give you a hug in person. :salute:

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Late to hear about this CBSG. All I can offer is condolences and the hope that its this side of the border.

d.

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Hon, I just poured you a big mug of my best ale in my Bella Luna Lounge, hope you'll be over soon.:beer:

We got a team of our best warriors out searching for your viper(truck) right now. They are combing the fleets.;):balloon:Keep Positive!
wouldn't surprise me if the Borelian Noman didn't steal it and take it to thier frieghter for spare parts...you know what hoarders they are!:D

(a little joke there to make you smile hopefully;))

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Thanks D. Your thoughts are appreciated. I also hope she's north of the border. At least there would be SOME possibility of recovery. If she's south, there's a snowballs chance of getting her back. I'm hanging in there though.

Latest news: The truck is still listed as stolen. Has not been recovered.
It's not unusual really. Might take two weeks or so for someone or a patrol officer to notice a "new truck" in the neighborhood that hasn't moved. Also a little bit of luck helps.

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Been through it, CBSG. That is why I have insurance. Here's hoping!

d.

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It's my first (and hopefully last) ordeal with this sort of event. Yes, thank God for insurance. I would be totally hosed without it. Thanks for the hope D. :salute:
Best to you.

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Sorry to hear that there's been no recovery of your vehicle yet, Steve. I only wish I could help somehow. Just know that if I were able to find the thieving frakkers who did this to you, that I would show them how it feels to lose something that they love.

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Hello All,
Hope everyone is well. Thought I would update this situation for those interested. My truck has not turned up as of this writing. Last Wednesday(8/20/08) I got a call from my Insurance Co and they offered a settlement amount if my truck was not found. It was a VERY good offer. After a bit over 3 weeks and no leads on the truck, I decided to accept their offer. Also, my car rental coverage was just about up.

On Thursday(8/21/08) I went to the bank to set up a pre-approved loan and initiated a car search thru my bank to assist in my search. Later that day, I stumbled into a dealership nearby to see what they had. I purchased my last truck from them so I had a history with them. Turns out they had ONE truck that had all the criteria I was looking for, at a ridiculously low price due to an end-of-year-clearance sale they are having. SO, the scramble was on. Get the check from the Ins. Co., get to the bank to deposit the check, get back to the dealership and seal the deal.
That same night I drove off the lot with a new 2008 Nissan Frontier V6 4x4 Extra Cab Pickup 6 spd manual trans. with the "suicide" doors. It's a deeeeep Metallic Red color. Looks sweeeet! Will have pics a bit later.

Personal note: It's funny, a couple of friends told me throughout this whole ordeal that sometimes something good can come out a bad situation. I have thought about this over the last while. Maybe there was a reason this happened.
As a believer in God, I feel there could be something to that. Too many things lined up for me for this to be just a random event. The timing of the theft, the settlement amount from a 13 year old truck that allowed me to put a sizable down payment on the new vehicle so my monthly payments weren't going to kill me, the 1 available truck at just the right time during a clearance sale for an awesome price. Looking back on it all, it kinda gives me goosebumps. I feel damn lucky and blessed.

Finally I would like to thank all the people here at Fleets for their support, prayers and well-wishes throughout my ordeal. Words cannot express enough how much that means to me. I am truly touched and blessed to have friends such as you. Thank you all, I shall not forget that. :salute:
Best to everyone.

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:)

This makes my day!!

Congratulations on the new set of wheels....looking forward to the pics.

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Thanks BST. For me, I will finally be able to put some grief and a large amount of stress behind me. I'll still miss my old truck though. This one is pretty nice too. :) Here's a pic I took of her with the camera on my cell phone. Let me know what you think...

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That's a sweet lookin' vehicle!

..... and I've got a one-word request for you.....


Enjoy!


:)

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Thanks BST...and I shall do my very best to fulfill your request. :D

One journey ends...another is about to begin. :salute: