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Stolen LX Hatch - Banksia Beach QLD

Started by _Big T_ , Apr 06 2010 02:07 PM

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#1 _Big T_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 02:07 PM

Howdy,

I regret to inform you all that a fellow Torana Lover and QTCC member had his LX Hatch stolen recently. Yeah yeah, I know, scumbags, cut their hands off blah blah blah but please have a read of the info posted and if you hear of or know anything, the details of the owner and police incident numbers are included.

May I also ask that if any of you are active on other car forums, facebook, myspace etc that If you wouldnt mind cutting and pasting the details here into any Stolen type threads please?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I sure hope Albert gets his car back in one piece......

Details as follows provided by the cars owner:

HI Anthony.

Wanted to let our members know that my 1978 SS Torana Hatch was stolen
From my Garage here at Banksia Beach early this morning (1st April) at approx 1.00am.

Have attached a photograph of the car and would ask if anyone spots this little Gem
If they could call myself (Albert) 34089775 or Caboolture police on 54950444.

The Incident report number with Police is QP 1000364578.

The Rego on the vehicle is S.18539.
The Engine No 308H17285
Chasis/Vin ALX012780M

The Vehicle is an SS with A9X Detail. White body & Black Bonnet with Air Scoop

Two red SS transfers on the rear.

Original 308 Holden engine, Standard 4 speed box with a Ford 9”

The interior is in a Grey leather with Holden Statesman Interior lights.

One Shattered Torana Lover

Albert Tarn

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Edited by Big T, 06 April 2010 - 02:11 PM.

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#2 GML-31

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 05:01 PM

bumping it up to keep it up top and everyone aware.

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#3 _cruiza_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 05:16 PM

That was one nice looking Hatch, someone should tell the owner to let NZ police know as that is where a number of aussie nicked vehicles go, or at least used to

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#4 _The Baron_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 05:19 PM

ALX chassis = 1975 ?

Very nice too.
Also very unique on a number of points.

Eyes are peeled here.

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#5 bluea9x

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 08:19 PM

Big t put a add on ebay asking if some one has seen it i did this when my mates 4x4 was stolen and the scum bag who took it is fronting court on thusday :shoot:

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#6 _Big T_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 09:38 PM

Thanks for the constructive comments so far. I know that Albert will appreciate it.

Cruiza, I will let him know to follow up on the NZ connection.

bluea9x - I thought about ebay as I vaguely recall this being done previously. Can you give me any hints on how to construct the ad please? Like, do I put a low starting bid and high reserve. How did your mate do it? Any help on that approach would be great.

Cheers,

Tony

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#7 _cruiza_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 09:43 PM

Thanks for the constructive comments so far. I know that Albert will appreciate it.

Cruiza, I will let him know to follow up on the NZ connection.

bluea9x - I thought about ebay as I vaguely recall this being done previously. Can you give me any hints on how to construct the ad please? Like, do I put a low starting bid and high reserve. How did your mate do it? Any help on that approach would be great.

Cheers,

Tony

Already done, I thought it easier as I knew the departments to call etc

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#8 _Big T_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 09:48 PM

^ Thanks mate

This place has its moments but when push comes to shove we are all on the same side and willing to go the extra mile to help a fellow Torana friend. What a great community we have happening.

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#9 _cruiza_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 09:59 PM

^ Thanks mate

This place has its moments but when push comes to shove we are all on the same side and willing to go the extra mile to help a fellow Torana friend. What a great community we have happening.

I agree and if we could get rid of those juniour member with the LJ LCs .... :stirpot:

Just joking for those lacking a funny bone

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#10 Mort

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 10:28 PM

just a quick Q, would it be ok if i used the information in the first post to create a facebook group for this thread.

Mort

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#11 Mort

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 10:50 PM

cancel that^, just re read it so will start a group on facebook.

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#12 _Big T_

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 11:43 PM

What a great idea Mort, I didnt think of a Facebook group. Let me know what the details are and I will circulate it around the traps.

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#13 Mort

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Posted 06 April 2010 - 11:51 PM

Group on facebook, hope it helps.

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=photos&gid=115531415126133#!/group.php?gid=115531415126133&ref=mf

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#14 orangeLJ

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Posted 07 April 2010 - 08:52 AM

Posted on twincam.org.au, rollaclub and toymods.

car enthusiasts are car enthusiast and always willing to help out.

fingers crossed something turns up.

any more pictures of the interior etc that may help identify bits?

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#15 orangeLJ

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Posted 08 April 2010 - 08:49 AM

Also posted by way of mates on-

boostcruising
AusJDM
NS.com
overclockers

and a few more.

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#16 _torriechick_

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Posted 08 April 2010 - 09:15 AM

I'll join it and post some info on my page as soon as I get back on Facebook. Should be only a couple of days away.

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#17 tinkers

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Posted 08 April 2010 - 07:22 PM

Geez I hope they get it back in one piece it looks a keeper.

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#18 _A9XOSS_

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Posted 09 April 2010 - 01:23 PM

what a great lost, sorry to here it mate.
but i don't like ya chance's of getting a
car like that back, stolen out of your shed.
sound's like a pro-job, no joy ride
that's for sure. good luck with though.

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#19 MRLXSS

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Posted 09 April 2010 - 02:08 PM

Jesus Christ!

Is it just me or do these 'pro-jobs' seem to be on the rise...

It's got me worried to be honest. Trust no-one!

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#20 _LX773300_

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Posted 11 April 2010 - 02:28 PM

Dam! Its starting to get to the point where we all need GPS tracking devices on our Toranas! Definate pro-job, kids dont steal 40 year old cars for joy rides!

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#21 unclefestal34s

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Posted 11 April 2010 - 04:09 PM

i think it would also help to post some pictures of the leather interior as its unique to the car and also contact local motor trimmers as they surely won't use it,..its definitely a pro-job but the can't use everything,..also the tag numbers in this way they will either destroy them or get nailed passing them on..all the best in getting it back..

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#22 _Big T_

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Posted 12 April 2010 - 09:53 AM

I have emailed the owner for tag details and I have attached a pic of the interior. I have asked for more pics.

Thanks for all the suggestions and genuine concern. Albert is very appreciative of your support.

Cheers,

T

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#23 Mort

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Posted 12 April 2010 - 11:23 AM

T would it be ok if i post the tags on the facebook page when you get them. Will put the interior pic up now.

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#24 Mort

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Posted 12 April 2010 - 11:40 AM

Got 29 members on facebook page, hopefully they are linking,posting and spreading the word.

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#25 _Big T_

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Posted 12 April 2010 - 12:20 PM

Yep, no worries there Mort. And yeah, hopefully word is getting around. Albert did a flyer drop around his area on the weekend and has maybe come up with a lead. I certainly hope something comes of it.

Cheers,

T