Almost car jacked
11-16-2005, 01:38 PM
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Yeah, I'm glad nothing happened.
But honestly, it doesn't sound like a "car jacking". There was no initial threat made and no harsh words exchanged. If someone wanted to jack you, they wouldn't be asking if the air pump was working, they'd get out of their car and quite simply... well, jack you.
My parents live in Greenwich, CT and by all means, it's one of the safest places around. There are so many exotics running around greenwich ave it's insane. I always find it funny when I go see my parents because there is really no crime whatsoever there and they post sppeding tickets in the local newspaper... go figure
back on point, I'm glad you didn't get jacked and its better to be safe than sorry, but I think you would have been okay either way
But honestly, it doesn't sound like a "car jacking". There was no initial threat made and no harsh words exchanged. If someone wanted to jack you, they wouldn't be asking if the air pump was working, they'd get out of their car and quite simply... well, jack you.
My parents live in Greenwich, CT and by all means, it's one of the safest places around. There are so many exotics running around greenwich ave it's insane. I always find it funny when I go see my parents because there is really no crime whatsoever there and they post sppeding tickets in the local newspaper... go figure
back on point, I'm glad you didn't get jacked and its better to be safe than sorry, but I think you would have been okay either way
11-16-2005, 02:02 PM
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I think it did sound like an aborted jack attempt, they tried to get the guys attention(diversion) but pussed out. There was a guy here on the north shore of LI who was asked for directions at a gas station, another punk suckered him from behind and snatched his SL500 MB.
11-16-2005, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Xvetteowner
wow what a nice start to the day here in Greenwich CT last sunday! It was about 9:00 am and it was time for my weekly drive around town in my ocean blue C2,(Mint 32k miles,nice mods) I started by getting gas then putting air in the tires at the Mobil gas station here in town, And there is where the problem started. Two guys in a four door white **** box honda with N.Y tags pulled next to me and says" The air pump works now?" I don't say a word since it seems odd that one guy is in the back seat by himself. The next thing the driver says is nice car to which the guy in the back starts yelling 'forget go go" with that the car takes off on a road that goes straight to I-95 and I guess back to N.Y. I called the cops and was told I was luck "E" as the cop said it. I share this story because I never saw this coming (and I look for problems to keep them from happening) With 32 years of driving ( I'm 48 ) and more 1st rate cars then I care to count this happens with my first Porsche. From time to time you would hear a story about someboby being followed home then having his/her car ripped off I just never thought it could be me in little Greenwich Ct. WATCH everyone Not a nice way to live but in this day and age a safe way. All the best Gary
This is why God invented the 2d Amendment. Get yourself a good quality pistol and a carry permit.
Glad you're OK.
11-16-2005, 02:17 PM
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Completely agree with everything said. I also know Greenwich very well; it's very safe. However, that doesn't mean that bad things can't happen there. Maybe it wasn't a potential car-jacking, but maybe it was. The question that is most overlooked so far, Xvetteowner, is: what would you have done about it if the passenger jumped out and 'asked' for your keys? It's like they say, "I love my car to death, but not really....you get me?"
11-16-2005, 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by C4S Surgeon
I think it did sound like an aborted jack attempt, they tried to get the guys attention(diversion) but pussed out. There was a guy here on the north shore of LI who was asked for directions at a gas station, another punk suckered him from behind and snatched his SL500 MB.
11-16-2005, 02:47 PM
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Just because your paronoid, doesn't mean everyone is out to get you.
11-16-2005, 06:16 PM
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Think a lesson learned here is not to leave your engine running while filling up the tires. I have left my engine running many times while pumping air. Greenwich is clearly safe, but like anywhere there is always crime, especially if you leave your guard down.
11-16-2005, 09:32 PM
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I live in Norwalk (yeah, I know it's full of crime) but spend a lot of time in Greenwich. Which gas station were you at? Was it on Putnam Ave., or some other place off the beaten path? Was it closer to NY or further east?
11-16-2005, 09:53 PM
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The Honda had nitrous and they wanted to race you for pinks. The front seat was empty 'cause the driver just dropped his girlfriend off. Or maybe they were going to take your car.
Something about you spooked them. Maybe you look like a cop? Nice ending!
Something about you spooked them. Maybe you look like a cop? Nice ending!
11-17-2005, 05:35 AM
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car jacking at a gas station isn't too strange...I know a girl who's car got jacket after she filled it up paid and wanted to get into her car...a guy just walked up to her told her to hand him the keys (showed her his gun) and took the car (Porsche)
If it happens to me...which is unlikely ( I don't look like a very friendly person) I will break the guys neck before he even knows what is happening!... about the starter story...there are a lot of people who just want to make a nice remark....and they come in all shapes and forms...nothing to be affraid off.
If it happens to me...which is unlikely ( I don't look like a very friendly person) I will break the guys neck before he even knows what is happening!... about the starter story...there are a lot of people who just want to make a nice remark....and they come in all shapes and forms...nothing to be affraid off.
