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M.B. Mack

Man Unknowingly Bought His Own Car Back Days After It Was Stolen: 'My Phone Is in the Bluetooth History'

A man unknowingly bought back his own stolen car after finding it online for sale. (Credit: @ewan_valentine / Instagram screenshot)

In a bizarre twist, a man unknowingly bought back his own stolen car after spotting a near-identical vehicle for sale — only to realize it was his when his phone automatically reconnected to the Bluetooth.

After his beloved car was stolen, the man began searching for a replacement that matched his original vehicle as closely as possible, according to an Instagram post. He soon found one online that appeared identical: same color, same model year, even the same custom exhaust system. All the public records—license plates, VIN, and mileage—checked out, leading him to believe it was simply a lucky find.

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