Why do people abandon their cars?

Some people don't have the money for towing or a repair shop at their disposal at any given time. So they leave it out of lack of options. Some people figure it'll cost more than it's worth and abandon it where it sits. Around here if it's on the side of the road the police will have it towed after a day or two.



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