The Ithaca Police Department announced that it will conduct three abandoned‑vehicle sales on Friday, Oct. 30. The events give local residents an opportunity to acquire a range of vehicles— from a classic 1977 sailboat and trailer to a 2020 Ford Explorer— at three convenient locations around the city.

Sale locations and times

First sale – 10:00 a.m. at Ryan’s, 217 Elmira Rd. Vehicles include a 1977 sailboat & trailer, 2000 Jeep Cherokee, 2012 Ford Mustang, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado, 2013 Nissan Rogue, 2016 GMC Terrain, 2018 Volvo, 2018 Yamaha motorcycle, and a 2020 Ford Explorer.

Second sale – 10:30 a.m. at Finger Lakes Wrecker, 154 Cecil Malone Dr. Available vehicles are a 2004 Cadillac DeVille, 2007 Audi A4, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 2009 Toyota Venza, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, and a 2014 Ford Escape.

Third sale – 11:00 a.m. at Charlie’s Towing, 215 5th St. The lineup includes a 2002 Toyota Camry, 2004 Mercedes‑CLK, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2011 Honda Civic.

Payment methods and legal background

The department will accept only cash, cashier’s checks, or certified checks for purchases. Under New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, Section 1224, a vehicle is deemed abandoned when it is left unoccupied without license plates and meets one of three criteria: (1) left for more than 24 hours on a highway or public place where parking is not permitted; (2) left for more than 48 hours on a highway or public place where parking is permitted; or (3) left for more than 96 hours on private property without the owner’s permission.

Why the sales matter to Ithaca families

Abandoned‑vehicle auctions help keep Ithaca’s streets clear, reduce blight, and provide affordable transportation options for families who need a reliable vehicle. By turning unclaimed property into usable assets, the city supports responsible stewardship of public space while offering a practical benefit to its citizens.

What residents should know

• All sales are open to the public; no prior registration is required.
• Buyers should inspect each vehicle before purchase, as sales are conducted “as‑is” without warranties.
• Vehicles will be removed from the auction sites after the sales conclude.
• For any questions, residents can contact the Ithaca Police Department’s traffic division.

These auctions are part of the department’s ongoing effort to enforce state abandonment statutes and maintain safe, orderly streets for the Ithaca community.

Original reporting: CNY Central WSTM (Sinclair) – local — read the source article.