Firebomb thrown at car in quiet Preston street A CAR erupted in flames after being firebombed in a quiet suburban street in Melbourne's north overnight. The Molotov cocktail was thrown at the vehicle in May St, Preston, about 1.45am, police said. It is understood no one was inside the vehicle at the time, but the blaze caused damage to a rear window. Firefighters were able to quickly douse the flames. Police do not know who carried out the attack, nor whether anyone was specifically targeted. " (The car) looks like it was owned by somebody in the same street," a police spokesman said. Anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.