An unknown car has been left at a shopping center for more than ten years, with no explanation.

For over a decade, an abandoned 1986 Ford Fairlane has been sitting at Melbourne's Northcote Plaza Shopping Centre, capturing the curiosity and imagination of locals. The dusty car, untouched and covered in cobwebs, has become a beloved fixture at the plaza, with many wondering about its mysterious owner.

One shopper shared, "I've always been curious about who owns that car because it has been there for as long as I can remember." The Northcote Plaza Appreciation Society, formed 14 years ago, even took notice of the car's longevity. "It was there when we started the society," co-founder Laura reminisced.

The car's presence has sparked various theories on the society's Facebook page. Some jokingly suggest it could be a hidden Mafia car, while others speculate that it's too expensive to move or that a tow truck won't fit in the small parking spot. Despite its long stay, the Fairlane has remained impressively intact thanks to the occasional cleaning from a kind soul.

But the biggest question remains: who owns the car? After some investigation, 9News discovered that the Northcote Plaza management has allowed the Ford to remain as a tribute to a shopper who passed away over 15 years ago. The man's son requested for the car to stay in honor of his late father, and so it has become a permanent fixture at the shopping center.

The Fairlane is just one of the many unique and quirky features that make the Northcote Plaza stand out. Home to a thriving DVD and CD store and not one but two Coles supermarkets, the retro plaza has become a beloved spot for locals. And with the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris 2024, the plaza is sure to be a hotspot for watching all the exciting events, with live coverage on Channel 9 and 9Now, and ad-free and in 4K on Stan Sport.

So next time you visit the Northcote Plaza, take a moment to appreciate the dusty but charming 1986 Ford Fairlane, a tribute to a beloved member of the community and a symbol of the plaza's endearing oddity.

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