New York City schedules six auto auctions in November

New York City will conduct six public auctions in November for automobiles that were seized or declared abandoned. The sales will take place in the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island between November 4 and November 16.

City authorities have scheduled specific dates for these events. Auctions will occur in the Bronx and Queens on November 4 and November 5. Brooklyn will host sales on November 6 and November 10. The Bronx will hold another auction on November 13, and Staten Island will host the final sale on November 16.

The inventory includes vehicles in varying conditions, ranging from standard cars to classic models. A 1964 Alfa Romeo is listed among the items available for purchase. Buyers must inspect the specific vehicles listed on the city's official portal before bidding, as not every car will be available at each location.

Financial obligations are immediate. The city requires buyers to pay the full bid amount in cash at the conclusion of the sale. This policy means participants must have funds ready before entering the bidding process. The purchase price does not include transportation or delivery services.

Retrieval of the vehicle is the buyer's responsibility. Cars must be removed from the towing yard by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the day of the auction. If a vehicle remains in the yard after this deadline, a storage fee of $20 per day applies. The towing yard may also charge an additional fee to release the vehicle from its facilities.

Buyers have a strict window to remove their purchases. If a car is not towed within 96 hours of the 5:00 p.m. deadline on the auction day, the city will consider the vehicle abandoned and remove it. Many vehicles will not be roadworthy, necessitating the hire of a tow truck for transport.

Vehicles cannot be driven on public streets immediately after purchase. Owners must complete registration and obtain valid plates before the car can be parked or driven. The new owner must present the Certificate of Sale to the Department of Motor Vehicles to request a title in their name.

Potential bidders are advised to review the Department of Finance website for specific vehicle details and sale conditions. The total cost of ownership includes the bid amount, towing fees, storage charges, and administrative costs for title transfer.