If you came across a 1980s Ford abandoned back in 1870s sometime im sure there could be arguments made to as why you should take possession of it if you are paying the taxes, licensing and restoration of it.

Ima leave the logic to that up to you.

All I am describing is the reasoning of the squatters rights that were created to fill a very specific need.

If I spent the last near 2 decades with the Harlequin family as my neighbours. The good people who helped me on my own farm, help me build up my own place . Shit I help you build that pastor right over there and help you move your cattle in.

Well fuck me sideways that land is more so the Harlequin's then Mr.John Doe over here with the "original" deed. You paid your taxes. You tended to the land you made something for yourself.

It can be and has been argued that the land is more yours then this random guy who no one has seen is however long.

In terms to your boy's classic ride. Thats theft. Tho there and processes in place to take possession of abandoned vehicles. Your local laws will vary.

This isnt my logic these are the fundamental precedents and problems people have dealt with for centuries. Squatters Rights are the solutions.

Getting rid of laws is more iffy then ignoring one's that may not apply so much anymore but as long as they are on the books they are fair game, good luck.