Family says the rare 1970 muscle car was taken along with the trailer and truck hauling it

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) – A rare 1970 GTO Judge convertible belonging to the Powell family was stolen early Monday morning in Dayton, Ohio, and recovered nearly 12 hours later, according to the family.

The vehicle is one of only three ever made with its specific features, according to the Powell family.

Vehicle taken after car show

The car, along with the gooseneck trailer and truck hauling it, was stolen at 3 a.m. in Dayton following a car show, according to the family.

The truck, trailer and car inside were found after nearly 12 hours, according to the family.

Car holds personal significance for family

The Debra Powell said the car was restored by the daughters in the family and brought back to Parkersburg to show to friends on Friday September 18…

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