He discovered that his car had been 'stolen'.
a 'stolen' watch
(..) But- But if we- Do what is necessary... and conventional. I am calling in outside help. The famous French detective who recovered the Pink Panther the last time it was stolen. What was his name? Clouseau. Inspector Clouseau. You have a license? Monsieur? (..)1975 The Return of the Pink Panther