2011 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor Review!

This is my friend 2011 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, this car at the time of this video has 83 thousand miles. This car was the last car of its kind because the last Crown Victorias to roll off the assembly line was on September 15th, 2011. This vehicle has been an icon thought out the years as it has served in the police departments thought out the United States.

[@claytonandry]

That’s a sharp looking car, my goal is to have mine look that great after it gets retired and I buy it. Take care of that car.

[@westsideofnorway7505]

Did you get it in the end?

[@JimBuffalo]

Hello is this Crown Victoria ppv for sale?

[@JimBuffalo]

Or did it sell already?

[@Decouverte-p7e]

Je l’aie acheté en france

[@cvpifanatic]

If he hasn't figured it out yet, there is an unplugged wire behind the driver side B-pillar that he can plug in to restore the rear window switches.

[@umaga3501]

These cars demand respect on the road. This is the last car you wanna see in your rear view mirror.

[@bobbymitchelljr.653]

Regardless of Ford Discontinued The Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor In 2011, I Love Them, I want One Especially in Black❤❤❤

[@brandobee2264]

I have a black 11 with a white top.

[@freighttrainjoe]

I just bought one that's all white with 96k on it. Super clean to

[@trevorfenech2426]

I got an 2008 CVPI Black and White and you don’t want it in black. Looks very bad ass but gets dirty very easily.

[@elianaramirez4051]

🇦🇨

[@lasttime6708]

Great car, I got a 2011 interceptor with 80k miles upgraded exhaust to super 44 flows a throttle body spacer, a bigger throttle body, new coils and plugs and a little k&n air filter. Not done with upgrades yet but I absolutely love the car

[@lucasbarry6271]

K.N is a good filter, just started working at part source, do some fluid flushes too, brakes tranny and steering!

[@4EyeFoxbody]

post videos of it running

[@richardkuhn9564]

Awesome I have a 2011 7E, LX, beautiful car civilian model interceptor leather seats sap package Flowmaster quad exhaust sounds awesome 96,000 MI 4.6 executive owned a special ordered vehicle. Immaculate inside and out Graystone leather carpeting yes they are a dream car you and I both will never need another one they will Outlast us

[@B3burner]

Though the CV as an overall model has had a very long run, it’s important to note that the single longest generation version is by far, the final one: 1998-2011. 14 straight model years of the same iteration- what you called “The Whale”. The Aero was only 6 model years, 1992-1997. The LTD-CV box platform final version, 1988-1991. Before that, box platform 1979?-1987... close at 9 model years, but not quite the 14 of the final version. I do believe a 2011 is the best choice, because it’s the best of both worlds: the newest and most modern of an old school car.

[@07kdriven]

It’s peace of art!

[@miamimagicians]

The good thing about the 2011 if you could fill it full of 85 and get insane horsepower. My favorite is the 2003 though because it gets the best mpg and has the floor shifter like the Mercury marauder

[@silicon212]

The 1998-2011 only LOOKS the same throughout those years, to the untrained eye. These cars received three significant upgrades throughout that run - they got a new engine (higher power) in 2001, got completely redesigned steering and suspension in 2003, and got CANbus/DBW in 2005. Sheet metal is interchangeable through those years, but mechanically and electrically those three 'generations' of 'whales' stand apart from each other. I've owned an '09, worked on plenty of '09-'11 cars, currently own a 2005 (which incidentally, is my first Vic). Personally, I do not think the build quality of the 2009 plus models equals that of the older ones. I think the block mounted oil cooler they have is an improvement over the earlier in-line with the lower hose design, but from a build quality standpoint - the wire loom used on the engine harness disintegrates into dust upon touching it - the wire loom on my nearly 300k '05, which is original to the car, still looks newish. Paint is applied thinner and over all it just seems they have more issues than the older ones. It's my opinion but it's qualified from what I've seen.

[@miamimagicians]

I have a 2002 LSE grand marquis and the steering wheel is so damn loose nobody can fix it it's horrible

[@silicon212]

@@miamimagicians By loose, do you mean there is a lot of play in it, as in you turn it a bit before the steering starts to respond? If that's the case, look into the steering gear, the pitman arm, the center link, and the idler arm. Also the tie rod ends - if these are worn out this will cause that issue. Also, the rag joint may need to be replaced.

[@chrisj197438]

Love these cars. Mine is a 2006 black ex sheriffs department. Runs great with 175K miles.

[@brucenorris6407]

I purchased a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria Police interceptor in August for $8800 at 78,678 miles. This car was painted black, no middle console which I don't mind and doesn't have the search light on the driver side. I went to an O'Reilly's store and an ex sheriff told me that this belonged to a police chief and let me tell you, I believe her because the inside of this car, interior and exterior are super clean. Like unreal clean, like it rolled out the factory clean. The only problem is that it's leaking transmission fluid when parked on an incline, so I parked it on a more leveled ground. A problem I won't have for long. I love this car with all my heart and soul. And belive me she stays clean 24/7 365.

[@loganfranklin8565]

I meet you at the fs!?

[@jayb.8460]

Thanks for the comment. I'm looking at one for $6000 highway patrol with 64k miles not sure on idle hours. But I was hoping I wasn't over paying.

[@Numba1Man]

Nice man, just pick one up with 130 on it for 2k and its amazing, it has 2 search light

[@micahl8857]

Loved my 01 police interceptor, it was quick and the only maintenance it ever needed was oil changes well into 200k miles

[@infospot4119]

Enjoyed your overview of the Crown Victoria P71. I have a 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis.

[@900bcy6]

Beautiful car and a great review. I have an 08 Grand Marquis with dual exhaust. It is never driven in rain or snow and is covered. BTW, in 03, the frame rails were strengthened and rack and pinion steering was added. Keep up on the routine maintenance and that car will serve you well. As to its size, the Panther platform would have been considered a midsize car in the 1960's!

[@josepmckoon948]

They got pi heads in 03 too

[@tacticalwarriorviking5089]

Ford did actually make them for 2012 model year, however every one of them were sold over seas to Saudia Arabia. One of the reasons they stopped offering them here is most departments went to the suv as it is easier to get in and out of while wearing gear. So the demand dropped considerably.

[@NYG5]

They also have the ecoboost engines and get better gas mileage with greater cabin and storage space.

[@Mike-kc8rl]

A real enthusiastic owner , I am amazed that Police equipment is still in situ ! Over here in the UK, this would never happen! And unfortunately, we have never had a Police car this cool either?

[@tylerhamilton-nz8qs]

Only UK cop car I ever saw that could get close to it was a Jag X300 motorway patrol car. It was hauling ass!

[@michaelandrisko748]

I love my 08 P71. It's the Ford LK code dark blue. I bought her last year with 53,000 miles. Former supervisor unit from a smaller Indiana town

[@lamontswepson5376]

I prefer the "executive" or as they say, the Captains hub covers to make the Vic more stately and officiall..

[@hookyjo72]

I have a 2008 Crown Victoria P71, Very easy to work on and very Safe. Sadly my 02 P71 met its demise on Black Ice and I hit a tree 🌲 but she still ran, and not only saved my life, but I drove it home 🏡

[@glenryan6569]

Pull the plastic cover off between driver and rear door near floor and you will see a plug unplugged plug it in and rear windows work. Also trunk release switch located below, radio if you pull that trim piece off there is a empty plug this allows you to have trunk open only with key in accessories position or on the one I prefer is the constant power press button anytime engine on or off and trunk will open. This is on a 2011.

[@doober8349]

If you take that panel where the pedal switch is at there is a traction control button

[@georgeliban293]

Leather back seats. I doubt it. Try “vinyl “.

[@GrandmaKeith]

Yes they are actually vinyl

[@dsmirnoff8807]

Yeah let’s put the crooks who piss and shit themselves onto fine genuine leather hahaha

[@thatcobradude4496]

@@dsmirnoff8807 🤣

[@jennifurzoe1302]

Vinyl is the poor man's leather.

[@richardkuhn9564]

It's possible I've got a 2011 Crown Vic Interceptor that is full leather a civilian car was an executive car

[@brandonpitt4098]

I learned something about mines...the slight ticking. I have heard it on mines every since I've had it for about a year now and thought something was wrong💪🏾

[@brasitwotimes4640]

getting this car as my first car next week cant wait😢

[@rickyhammond3437]

Your also wrong about the 2010 CVPI P code again mine is a 2010 and it has a P71 code in the Vin. The P7B code was mostly for unmarked Detective units and they are harder to find.

[@jeshawnpaul4778]

Historical legendary vehicle

[@03SilverMustangGT]

The frame is all different too in your 2011. It was updated in like 05 or 06 I believe. Great video. Also, your Vic has struts up front and and updated starting rack. 98 doesnt. Also, you have the updated trans too that was changed in 06

[@josepmckoon948]

03

[@quantumz5934]

The King of Sedans

[@JohnSmith-tz7iy]

Just got one of these. I'm definitely gonna have to get an aux port in here at least but I don't know anything about that stuff

[@thatcobradude4496]

this guy knows his stuff 👍🏻

[@awrapper]

The LA County Sheriff and LAPD Are still using a few crown Victorias on active duty! They kept some because they need more officers to respond to emergency calls! Probably they will keep until they get to at least 200k! Some of them only have 100k on the odometer

[@rickyhammond3437]

First time seeing this Video and I also own a 2010 CVPI. You were wrong about the radio antenna. It is not in the rear glass. It is located in the passenger side C Pillar, which is why most CVPI owners from like 2009 to 2011 install an external antenna. I put one in the trunk lid filling one of the holes from an antenna previously. Only the 2005 had a PS rear fender mounted radio antenna. that is probably where I will relocate the antenna.

[@jayadams4904]

I got one just like your friend's, mine has 34,000 miles currently

[@07kdriven]

How did you get it with such low mileage?

[@jayadams4904]

@@07kdriven I was lucky to buy mine brand new with 5 miles on it from the ford dealership

[@WhiteGravey]

@@jayadams4904 you can buy police interceptors from the ford dealer?

[@jayadams4904]

@@WhiteGravey yes you can depending on the situation

[@imakittycat1302]

@@WhiteGravey Some of them made it to dealerships. Sometimes there's mistakes during fleet orders,deliveries,and whatnot. That's a good rare score

[@puncho33]

Good review on the police interceptor bro 👍🏾👍🏾

[@urbancombat1000]

I’m from Jersey too, Atlantic City I got my 03 intercepter back in April. She’s getting sanded and body work done, prep for Maaco to be painted black to at least look presentable.

[@Laga98]

Once I can afford one I definately want one of these

[@dr_lugnutz5204]

Man nice video. I'm looking at a 2010 p7b tommorow and this was a wealth of information

[@07kdriven]

That nice man good luck on you potential next car.

[@Hockey567899]

@DR_LUGNUTZ did you get the crown vic?

[@dr_lugnutz5204]

@@Hockey567899 no unfortunately the guy never messaged me back about it. Ended up getting a 2008 f150 from my brother in law for dirt cheap. 4.6 in it at least so that's better than a triton.

[@Hockey567899]

@@dr_lugnutz5204 That's to bad, The F-150's is still a great choice.

[@ThatWord]

Very knowledgeable with the details and info. Thank you.

[@07kdriven]

You got it!

[@jelegance7415]

Very very informative!! I"m digging it!. Thanks !!

[@punkeratthecasbah2114]

I have. 2009 and my paint is nothing as nice as this. Sweet!

[@maxskullic9879]

I'm about to buy one today in white with 112,000! I have a 2000 Grand Marquis with 275,000 that needs more work then I can do, I'll miss my old car but betting I'll love the newer one just as much.

[@dsmirnoff8807]

Just picked one up with 171k miles.

[@NewYorkBattleCat]

Id straight pipe it! Bring out that MONSTROUS ROAR! No cats no muffler!!! VROOOOOOOOOOM!!!!!!!😂 Glorious growl!

[@vashts80]

@VZRealVidz did your friend buy this car through the NJ surplus auction, or through a municipality auction like govdeals and municibid run? or was it a private sale? noticed the NJ tag, sweet car, I am in the market for a CVPI as we speak and am planning on checking the next few NJ surplus auctions out to see if i can get one

[@07kdriven]

I think i remember my friend mentioning that it was municipality auction.

[@B3burner]

I really like the all black ones over the all white ones. What a coincidence- I just bought mine on Jul 22, 2019; and it’s a 2011, all black with 85,000 miles on it. Pretty close to your mileage. But my engine idle hours are 8,900! Eeek! 😳 That’s the only bad part. I’m willing to bet your EIH’s are way lower than mine. I got roasted in that respect, and of course the dealer wasn’t going to tell me anything about engine hours.

[@07kdriven]

That’s a lot of hours!

[@B3burner]

VZRealVidz >>> Low miles with high hours: is that more indicative of city police, county sheriff, or (highway patrol/state police/state trooper)?

[@texaslawdawg1902]

B3burner just keep fresh oil in her. Don’t worry about the idle hours..

[@cojacompany4657]

@@texaslawdawg1902 mines has 235kmiles 3k idle hours runs amazing

[@mikesal8088]

@@B3burner City police, short trips with multiple officers and shifts operating.

[@fantasma.b]

Great find. Still scares the shyt out of some ppl.

[@07kdriven]

Yeah, its my friends. When we roll up to a meet everyone gets so scared, I don't because I know it him but when people see him roll in they start to calm down.

[@bryancalderon4843]

I also own one too mine is an 09 ford crown vic p71 black same as your friend it's funny when you pull up to the driver they get scared and they slow down too lol

[@BenjaminAllen-k7x]

Hey gorgeous car I know you’re proud of it

[@markdellacqua1038]

There's a fuel pump on/off switch on the L side of the trunk.

[@chrisjoseph8220]

Mines a clone to yours except it was a detectives car 75000 145 idle hours i guess i'm kinda lucky it's a west coast car no rust at all shipped to az new in 2009 got the steelies wheels og caps all meatal only thing i changed was a bluetooth Alpine with 5x7/6x8 alpine r speakers kept og stereo though love your car bro (I JUST LOVE THE ALL BLACK POLICE INTERCEPTOR) Period!

[@MrRockydee07]

Hi how's the car running and do you still have it and was the car repainted or all black before. Thanks

[@omarkhanlilcurry]

I think black is definitely the best color for sure

[@bariactricgirl1969]

I just got my 2011 police edition 30,078 miles on it but only 1 back door opens and neither back window goes down, also trying to figure out what the button is for the gas petals to raise??? Anyone know what that is about?

[@radicalizedonline6825]

I love my P7B, she's a beast

[@عليعت-ك1ج]

I love ❤️ this car

[@LITTLE1994]

Awesome ex-cop Crown Vic. So sad the legendary Ford is discontinued. I have a Crown, too, though a lot older, a 1989 LX.

[@steezayay]

Hey I'm thinking about buying one, only thing that worries me is I've heard it is kind of common for them to have transmission problems. Any input on this? TIA

[@tuberadar]

That plastic pierce under the front doesn't protect squat. That is an air deflector.

[@chefboy-ar-d6312]

Dude is a intercepter guru ,damn nice vic!

[@FLNYFPIU]

Good friends with the owner of this car. I love the cvpi

[@MalikOG]

They also changed the hosepower!

[@andrewcrane2786]

Most police department don't use these cars anymore accept Los Angeles police still using Ford crown Victoria. Those are good running cars

[@DogDaze66]

Where did you get it?

[@B3burner]

What was your car’s build date? Mine was Aug 19, 2011- 27 days before, like you said, Sep 15, 2011... the last day. Cool that you know that date.

[@07kdriven]

Ill need to check when this one rolled off the assembly line. Ill get back to you!

[@B3burner]

VZRealVidz >>> ok

[@07kdriven]

It was built on 08/10!

[@B3burner]

VZRealVidz >>> Ahh cool... are cars were built 9 days apart.

[@ianmayer2951]

How do you know that ? I own a 2003 Mercury Marauder and I would like to get this information !! I still have the window sticker if that helps!

[@DOGFACESOLDIER0708]

Do you recommend to change the locks?

[@Bryanbobber]

It only seems right to drive a police car as the police would. Speeding through parking lots over the lines and also parking as they want.

[@EzMatt90]

damn cargo shorts AND white ankle socks? yall cool af..

[@davntelisha19]

You broke everything down to the last bit

[@curtisconstantine4802]

Is this car still available? how much?

[@hunped9890]

What’s the name of the undercoating used?

[@250Pipe]

Yo, Nice description! You got a contact # or email for the place in New Hampshire?? ,, I have a rust free 05 p71 with under 80,000 on it,,, looking to keep er that way!! Oil coating sounds like way to go ,

[@Moderator_user]

Is it hard to reverse your car at night with those tinted windows? I wanted to do this one with mine

[@Yophillips3272]

I know this is a old comment, but yes I have 5% tint and it's pretty dark without much light out. But still I like it.

[@hotrodray6802]

​@@Yophillips3272federally and state illegal to be that dark Former police car is no excuse when you get a $150 ticket and are forced to scrape it off.

[@Yophillips3272]

@hotrodray6802 I actually have legal tint. My state you can have back windows as dark as you want. Considering there's trucks and vans with no windows it makes sense. But if you wanted you could install a back up camera. I don't know about any federal laws about window tint, if I got pulled over by the FBI I probably have bigger problems lol

[@richardkuhn9564]

Even with tinted windshield you should be able to see behind you with your backup lights at night mine are bright enough to see fairly easy.. but remember each state has their percentage of tint you can use if it's too dark I would just get a lighter tint for the back window

[@tokyojapan6734]

Great info!!

[@lesterallen2708]

If so how much??

[@lesterallen2708]

Price????

[@B3burner]

Green valve stem caps? You really put nitrogen in those? Heard it’s a good idea, but the only drawback is you’re then beholden to return to the tire shop every time you need to refill them; unless you don’t mind mixing air with your nitrogen- which of course defeats the whole purpose.

[@07kdriven]

Nitrogen is good because it does not change pressure during temperature changes unlike regular air!

[@SnownelVEVO]

Air is 78% nitrogen. "Pure" nitrogen will still lose pressure, just not as much. Unless you're only checking your tires once a decade you won't notice, and when you do, you'll have to go get them topped off with nitrogen anyway while I'll just break out the 12V air compressor and be done in a minute or so for free.

[@ianmayer2951]

Just try to put helium in your tires... I heard it saves you 5 mpg and your car floats in the air.

[@hotrodray6802]

A newly mounted tire has 1 atmosphere of ambient air in it already. Add 2 atmospheres of nitrogen pressure ..... You'll never have pure nitrogen..... It's the other gasses that change pressures with temp. That's great for an airplane with 300 psi going to 65*f below zero at 35,000 ft and then landing with cold tires. Mostly a $$$ ripoff for cars.

[@RIAG-g6z]

Should let him know there's a fuel shut-off switch in the trunk.

[@azizred4424]

Whats the fuel consumption? I mean MPG?

[@07kdriven]

About 11mpg

[@blgarage9519]

VZRealVidz only 11? I average 19-22 in mine

[@felipevalles8041]

17/25 !

[@maximecharbonneau9602]

gorgeous

[@wojciechgowacki5778]

What phone mount are you using?

[@07kdriven]

Sorry, took a while to respond. You mean for the video recording?

[@bufeurd]

@@07kdriven he meant the one on your dashboard, hooked up to the radio

[@lesterallen2708]

Do you still have the 2011 police interseptet

[@07kdriven]

It's not my car but yes the owner during the video still has the car.

[@lesterallen2708]

@@07kdriven how much?????

[@07kdriven]

How much what?

[@hotrodray6802]

The traction control wiring etc is all there, just buy a switch and install it. Good to go.

[@JimLem]

So where's the review?

[@quantumz5934]

I heard it has a F150 frame

[@baird5776mullet]

How can you tell what rear end you have? i have an o 08 PI.

[@cojacompany4657]

Look on the driver door were it's says axle code you should see one of those codes Z5 = 3.27 open carrier X5 = 3.27 Limited slip C6 = 3.55 Limited slip

[@cojacompany4657]

Only a few p71 had C6 code

[@baird5776mullet]

@@cojacompany4657 It say's z-5 is that positraction?

[@cojacompany4657]

@@baird5776mullet no only X5=posi C6=posi

[@cojacompany4657]

Lucky mines is X5 has posi can do donuts easy but I don't do em unless it's wett or I'm on dirt I don't condone in dogging my p71 unless I had a extra one

[@steezayay]

I found one in mint condition its a 2011 with 125k miles for $4500, thinking about buying it. Only thing I'm worried about is I've heard their transmissions aren't the most reliable. Anyone who's owned one have you had any problems with it? If so, how much does it cost to replace one on average (parts and labor) I'm in FL if that helps. Thanks.

[@Nesto131]

The transmission is matched pretty well for this car. Unless you are trying to throw some serious power under the hood, simple maintenance will keep it running forever. As far as replacement goes, depending on your budget you can get a used transmission with labor included for around 1200-1500. You’re paying for labor more than anything. Hope it helps

[@steezayay]

@@Nesto131 Thanks, I ended up buying a 2008 with 120k miles like 6 months ago. I'm at 143k miles (I drive a lot) - 0 issues so far. I've owned 2 lexus and a toyota 4runner but this vic is my favorite vehicle so far!

[@1949dodgejm]

In the curvature of the rear door there's a child safety latch, to make the doors work again. Yes my 5yr old daughter is smarter than me. 🤩🤙

[@marrionwashington1]

Where can I find that armrest? What’s the name?

[@lasttime6708]

WalMart automotive

[@lamontswepson5376]

One and only Police Vehicle ever built..Ask the ones that rode in the back seat..ha,ha.

[@xXxCrazyJay810xXx]

Black out them wheel weights or static balance them rims

[@stevestancill4731]

I have a 2010 how do you keep your lights Flashlight got is it something I can do to let mine do that

[@07kdriven]

This is not my car but its my friends, anyway the police department left the switch for the lights to flash. Its the green switch you can see in the video

[@becbusman7721]

Everything is under the hood and the transmission keep it the way it is , and make it new , that's what I would do Along with just making look like Grandma's car , I wouldn't want nobody thinking it was a former police car , And it would be a wonderful sleeper , 😁😁

[@robertrodriquez5906]

Nice care. Sorry, Basically, obviously its a nice car.

[@tonyhouse5760]

I have a 07 Crown Vic

[@braedond211]

Sweet

[@07kdriven]

Hell yeah it is!

[@duanediablo5607]

The tachometer was added in 2003.

[@mikec81]

2006*

[@Zaltic]

Dan!

[@bodiebelcher3536]

Okay for crime Victoria Police interceptor Ford crown Victoria Police interceptor

[@maxskullic9879]

If you drive them hard they will use oil, always check the oil after hard driving, you will be glad you did!

[@paul9912]

That's not leather that's vinyl...js

[@crownhic6827]

Pop off the cover and hook the window back up.

[@CrownVicSter]

That looks A lot like my Cvpi

[@garbage854]

Cool :)

[@Svyatoslav226]

💯

[@worthyfred]

Is it for sell ill pay cash a.s.a.p