The police officer was initially more interested in the car than my exploits but due to my actions and the speed attained, over 160mph according to him, (Note: must get the speedo recalibrated) felt duty bound to report my offense nonetheless. After explaining how rare the car was and how anyone in my position would have done the same he made me an offer. He explained that it was near the end of his shift and if he was honest he could do without having to complete the paperwork so if i could him give him one excuse that he had not heard before he said would let me off.
I thought hard for a few minutes as my licence depended on it and after a while I gave it my best shot and said this.
"Officer, last week a policeman ran off with my wife. I had been married for 25 years. When I saw the flashing blue lights in my rear view mirror I thought you were trying to give her back !"
"Have a nice day Sir" and he left

