Now the B.S. begins
If you can't afford a Lawyer atleast look for one who will hear your story for 10 minutes.... And then find 2 more just like that and see what the common denominator is. If they all come up with you are SOL, then let it go. If there is substance, then either you work part time at Wendy's and lawyer up or still let it go...
It's going to cost money so that's the first thing you need to figure out for yourself. This is why I ended up with my Dad's duster. It was his baby and he wanted to know where it was and still have some skin in the game. Man and their love for cars.... Gut wrenching for sure....
Good luck Op,
JW