Matt would love to be able to raise some money to enable him to buy another car and complete his dream of completing his project
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Matt had always been a quiet, humble guy, but his passion for cars spoke volumes. For nearly seven years, he poured his heart and soul into his beloved Subaru Impreza. It wasn't just a car to him; it was a labor of love, a testament to his hard work and dedication. He meticulously repowered it, converted it to a manual gearbox, and spent countless hours perfecting every detail. Every penny he earned went into this project, and every tool he used held a story, especially those gifted by his late Granddad.
But last Sunday, Matt's world was turned upside down. A devastating fire swept through his garage, reducing his dream to ashes. The heat was so intense that it melted the wheels of his cherished Impreza. All his tools, including the treasured ones from his Granddad, were lost in the rubble. The car he had lovingly rebuilt, the skills he had honed, and the memories he had created were all gone in an instant.
Matt is heartbroken. The loss was more than just material; it was the destruction of a dream he had nurtured for years. He struggled to come to terms with it, feeling the weight of his hard work and dedication slipping away. Despite his sadness, Matt remained the same humble, hardworking guy who always helped others without expecting anything in return.
Seeing Matt's pain, his friends and family decided to step in. They knew he would never ask for help himself, so they took it upon themselves to support him and his dream of rebuilding another Subaru Impreza.
Matt is my son and I am very proud of him and what he has achieved. He is an honest hardworking young man who loves to work on his car.
The money will go towards buying another car the same so he can build the car he loves and further enhance his mechanical skills. He wants to do most of the work himself and learn from that. He will do what it takes to do that if the target isn't reached.
A heartfelt thankyou. 22 March 2025
Hi everyone,
Your support has been truly heartwarming, and Matt is incredibly grateful for your kindness. You never expect to face a situation where a fire can take away so much, but unfortunately, it happens.
We want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for reaching out and for your generous donations to help him rebuild. The good news is that Matt has found a car identical to the one he lost—while he’s back at square one, it’s a fresh start made possible by your generosity.
There’s still a long road ahead to reach the level Sonic was at, but this is the first step in the right direction. Stay tuned—things are looking up!
With gratitude,
Lance (Matt’s Dad)
Cheers Tony, thanks very much!
Thanks guys youre the best <3
Thanks mate here’s hoping 🤞
Thank you Donna, hopeful for a V2
Thanks Shane! Never giving up. Scary seeing a fire like that, gotta be brave to run towards it.
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