I spoke to him on Gumtree:
Me:
Hi Derek,
So sorry to hear about your 960 being stolen. If you can let me know the name and address that Gumtree wouldn't let you post in the advert (that of the scumbag that stole it) that would be great-your ad has already been shared to the Volvo Owners Club forum and we have rallied the troops to do some sleuthing...I'll also flag this up on all of the Facebook Volvo groups and get as many people as possible onto it.
Let's get this sorted!
Speak soon,
Phil
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Derek:
Hi Phil.
Thanks for getting in touch it very much appreciated
I have an ad on facebook but I don't think i have all the settings correct.
it may be because its listed in a group. Bay & Sell London Southampton.
its my first time on facebook still trying to get to grips with it .
here is the add.
Help me Find MY Volvo 960 £250 reward for information that leads to the recovery
OR CAN ANY ONE FIND THE ADDRESS HE USED TO TAX THE CAR N807JWB
Stolen By A man calling himself MR L W REEVES
last seen in Southampton this man /( nut job) has a phone no 07365 278821 & 07979 893160 but will not answer my calls or texts
last known address 48 Biddelesgate court upper bugle street Southampton.
But not at that address now. I THINK!
Has a Known accomplice Mr David Miles, who may be in Weybridge
Car may be in a garage or parked off the road as now not taxed
Please contact me on 07818554671 Derek..
I will Pay £250 Cash or paypal for the recovery of MY car !
INFORMATION OR RECOVERY OF
ANY OTHER HELP OR INFORMATION GRATEFULLY APPRECIATED
Thanks again Phil.
Regards Derek.
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Derek (again):
Hi Again Phil
my email address is
derek.wrt@gmail.com
derek.mcgowan
It seems odd that it's not reported as stolen, the first port of call for me would have been the police. I think perhaps he's trying to frame someone or it's a setup.