Remember Nino And His Torched 1970 Mustang Mach 1? Here's A Happy Update To A Frustrating Story
Last month, we brought you the story of Nino Welcome, a 7-year old boy whose very special 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 was destroyed by a heartless arsonist. Understandably, there was a huge outcry from the car community.
Last month, we brought you the story of Nino Welcome, a 7-year old boy whose very special 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 was destroyed by a heartless arsonist. Understandably, there was a huge outcry from the car community. Millions of petrolheads around the world expressed their anger while rallying around little Nino, who is unable to walk due to a genetic disorder.
Naturally, we were touched by this infuriating incident. Like so many others in the car community, it was clear to us that all the memories and sentiments that Nino had with his car (aptly named Pumpkin) could never be replaced. However, I am happy to say that this story does have a happy ending.
After I wrote the initial story, I was able to get a hold of Nino’s father, Brett Welcome. We then arranged for a special care package of goodies from the Car Throttle Shop to be sent as a small gift to Nino. Recently, Brett informed me that not only did they receive our package, but that he was able to find Nino an even more special present.
Car Throttle, Meet "Son of Pumpkin"
Sadly, Pumpkin was essentially a total loss. However, Brett was able to find this 1969 Ford Mustang, which the Welcomes refer to as the Son of Pumpkin. It needs a bit of TLC, but the body appears to be in pretty good shape. What’s more, Nino is going to do what he can to be a part of the restoration project. Nino’s dad hopes that Nino’s involvement in restoring the Son of Pumpkin will make this car even more special to him than the last one.
All of us at Car Throttle wish the Welcomes the best of luck with the “Son of Pumpkin” project!
Comments
shouldnt it be called “Older Brother of Pumpkin” since its a year older?
but either way, i am so glad to hear the update ^^
Yes, it should! But I won’t be able to convince Nino of this. Try arguing with a 7 year old who likes the sound of a particular phrase - it is an exercise in futility!
Well hopefully that good for nothing arsonist gets rammed by a Mustang…..I apologize for what I said but it hurts
Use your imagination ;)
I felt happy for nino
Awesome! What I love about the car community is how much they care about each other.
For pumpkin tho. How much for the wheels?
I actually hope those wheels go on the new project of theirs
This is amazing!
Who ever destroyed the first mustang is a C U Next Tuesday
Karma. Maybe he will get hit by a Mach 1.
Not very many people will be able call a Mustang their own, but it’s heartwarming to know that Nino will be able to say that he’s on his second Mustang
I pray to god there should be a new Ford Mustang called Ford Nino (same way as a Shelby).
Nice to see he got what he deserved after that immature kiddo burnt his car down. Who would do that though?
Never thought that a 69 could mean this much to a kid
Btw, jokes aside. I’m really happy to see that Nino found a way to not only “have his mustang back”, but also to be even happier with it than before!