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This hemi is well known nationally as "the bank robber car" because of its fascinating history. It was originally owned by Chicago police officer, Clem Messino of Harvey, IL. In an effort to subsidize his income, Mr. Messino was using this hemi car to escape the authorities in several successful bank robberies in both Illinois and Indiana . Eventually the police were on the lookout for this elusive and swift white belvedere so Mr. Messino painted his car black. Though a clever idea, Mr. Messino was eventually apprehended and is currently incarcerated for his crimes.
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