HOW TO BUY A USED COP CAR!! [P71]

[@kennyworth007]

Great video. I drove Crown Vics for years as a cab driver. Some with over 600,000 miles on the odometer. I'll say, with basic maintenance performed regularly, these damn things are tanks that run forever. Dollar for dollar, you really can't go wrong buying one. If you find one with around 100,000 miles, you can run the shit out them for years and years.

[@tanman7879]

Awesome. Thanks for the info.

[@redsus8533]

2008 Crown Victoria P71. Only issue was a coolant leak and a wheel bearing. 96.3K miles. Smoothest car I’ve driven. I love this thing.

[@WPGinterceptor460Interceptor]

#1 rule when buying a used copcar.. GET A HIGHWAY PATROL CAR NOT A CITY CAR!! less abuse and idling with a highway car!

[@jackiechan_wtf4041]

WPGinterceptor Or supivsor car.

[@1Raunchy]

WPGinterceptor or detective unit

[@ezeo.7315]

detective unit is your best choice in my opinion.

[@jemesgoldberg5314]

Crown vic vs Challenger or Sheriff vs Moonshiner (comedy) kzbin.info/www/bejne/moDPq4xjmbt7baM

[@srwardo93]

That's what I did... I bought an 05 P71 with 125k miles for $1900....

[@jet5054]

Not anything to do with crown Vic's but wear a seatbelt they could save your life.

[@Apollodahusko]

Jake T yeah true that could save your life if you get into a really bad crash

[@connorshekelstein6432]

Jake T seatbelts can also kill you

[@shoe6amecray402]

@@connorshekelstein6432 EXACTLY

[@jakem749]

Shoegamecray6 _6 It’s still better to wear them. It’s pretty common sense, besides that he’s a “cop” supposedly doing all this stuff while he’s driving.

[@chrispatterson4617]

God bless you

[@johninphx9360]

Thanks for all the CVPI help. I have a blacked out 08 supervisors car out of Texas, 117k miles. Im saving up to get the side Exhaust like you have. I bought the car reluctantly as I needed a 2nd family car. It took about a month and I was in love with the car! 2 years latter and I am an Exhaust/Headers upgrade and fresh paint away from better then new. Thank you again for all your videos.

[@e.mailler6727]

Just bought my first one for 1400.00 bucks... 114 k miles...., I really love this car... !!!

[@MTFOphantom]

1400 dollars for a CV with only 114k miles?? Wow what a steal...

[@B711HD]

E. Mailler what a steal

[@fahds2583]

nice deal

[@clauswolter3946]

Found one online ystrdy - only 4 hr after it had been listed (I'm in Canada). Used your recommendations and pulled the trigger!! 84K miles, 2100 idling hrs, shifts normally into 2nd gear, engine sounded good on start-up and shut-down and no vibration on steering wheel. Thank you for the advice! Cost to me was approx Cdn 65 cents/pound hahaha - (US dollar is worth about 35% more than our $$)

[@PastorMatthewCady]

Just throwing this out there, some of the 09's and all the 10's and 11's VIN is P7B for Police Package. For some reason they went away from the P71. Anyway, love the video. Keep sharing what you find out about these cars. I've got a fleet of them myself and enjoy seeing what others are experiencing with them.

[@MrRandomReviews]

PastorMatthewCady you are 100% correct my friend and dont worry...wait until you see what i got in store with my vics👍

[@PastorMatthewCady]

Mr Random Reviews I'm looking forward to it. I've spent that last 10 years cruising in these chariots patrolling the streets and still am. Don't know what I'm going to do when I can't get my hands on them anymore. :'(

[@alecparkes5036]

charger or caprice with police package?

[@gullylifestyle99]

Alec Parkes I say charger

[@Plumbusss]

PastorMatthewCady yup, I caught that too. I have a 2010 crown Vic Interceptor and its P7B.

[@ronwerner2098]

I BOUGHT A CITY CAR P71, 90K MILES, HAVE TOWED MY TRAVEL TRAILER 2650 LBS. LOADED FOR THE LAST 21K MILES,ABSOLUTELY ALL GOOD. CAR NOW AT 111K MILES, ONLY FIX WAS A SPARK PLUG COIL.

[@mariagraffelner5216]

I was on municibid, trying to buy my work vehicle when it was retired. I stumbled across an ‘08 PI -fast bid with no real info - got it for $2500. I had NO IDEA how lucky I was. Has all the bells and whistles, black, police center console, etc. The more I learn about this car the more I fall truly in love all over again.

[@Nastafar]

Cool and informative video. Back in Jan 2018 I picked up a 2005 with only 23,500 California miles on the odometer. It was a Riverside County Sheriff reserve unit. This is my second CVPI and I love these cars. Kudos!!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

How much was it?

[@outlaw_jay914]

if I was to buy a crown vic I'd buy a detective vehicle so I know it wasn't abused as much

[@mcren2492]

TheRealBoss_Jon 914 it'll still last forever in a day anyway

[@outlaw_jay914]

MC Ren true regardless I love crown vics

[@sylviawebber5561]

TheRealBoss_Jon 914 jju

[@jaredbis]

TheRealBoss_Jon 914 some detective cars have alot of idle hours

[@krystiankastelnik164]

Im looking for a detective car, but don't know how to tell a detective car form a patrol car.

[@montycrain5783]

Don’t know if I agree about Idle hours. 75% of engine wear occurs on a cold start. Also the engines will wear much less at idle than at higher engine speeds as long as the carbon that builds up at idle is burned out by the occasional full throttle acceleration. Back in the old days of carbs they called it blowing the soot out but it still is a sound practice.

[@thenewyorker0042]

You shouldn't give such false advice

[@whiteviper1979]

Idling on Crown 👑 Victoria's are horrible for them...

[@dantx4545]

All excellent advice especially the rims and the idle hours because of all the accessories needing power and needing to keep the HVAC running all day

[@bradr96]

Not an engine knock. that's a lifter tapping or timing click. not the end of the world. my marquis has made that sound for years.

[@bobby7572]

@Seraph909 It's a lifter tapping.

[@encinobalboa]

09-11 hydraulic tappets can dry out when sitting which causes tapping at startup for a second or two. This is because Ford specified a smaller oil filter than in 08 and older.

[@georgevue8175]

In 2016 I way over paid ($13,000) for a 2010 low hour, low miles Crown Vic (29K, less than 200HRS) from a Sheriff in Ohio who has a side gig selling government vehicles. But this car is the most awesome car I have ever owned. When it was delivered I put $4,000 more into it with all new tires, brakes (including rotors), tires, exhaust system & misc items. SO far it is the best investment ever. Plus it effing kicks a$$ it hauls a$$ when I step on it & my guns fit perfectly in the trunk.

[@MogulFarmer]

All of these parts are widely available at very affordable prices. This motor was run in multiple Ford vehicles and millions were sold. Used online, junkyards and new are all options. These motors and the chassis will need the occasional repair but they can run for hundreds of thousands of miles.

[@robertdigiovanni4865]

Also check under the car for any leaks and major rust on the metal frames, rear end.

[@webbnf]

I have a Mercury Grand, but love the info you have on these Panther platform cars. Thank you!

[@skyhawk470]

Thank you for the vid esp about idling.. i had a 1993 cv years ago purchased it with 230kmiles sold it with 650k miles lmao! i replaced the fuels lines coilspacks wires tune up ran like a dream and when i sold was still the original powertrain no rebuilds i also drove it like a 90 yr old man with stomach cancer but it lasted.. I plan on buying an '11 soon

[@opssteele3139]

If it's coming out the vents only look under down where the gas pedal is. There will be a black and white tube. They can end up being pulled out. Look in the engine bay under right behind the engine on driver side. You will see where each line needs to be connected.

[@nolesy51]

bought 2011 crown vic 91k mi 7200 hr $3k intake manifold replaced at shop already in 2 months, wheel alignment, tire balance, upgraded rims, winter tires, oil,diff fluid change, egr valve, wiper fluid pump, my gas gauge just quit working (reads empty w light on). but overall its almoat rust free and its a beast of a winter beater/ cruiser. town car seats in rear make the passengers very comfortable.

[@tootall5559]

There is one major flaw with all this. At most auctions, you're lucky if you get to hear it run in advance, and I've never seen them allow test drives, it's usually only when they drive up to the block you get to hear them at all. In the hubbub of the auction, you may not hear things you would otherwise. They're certainly not going to be turning it off and on for you. Mostly, you bid and take your chances. trouble is, so many like these things, the prices seem to get out of hand most of the time. Yeah, I like them too, but not enough to pay too much for an old 100K plus car. So maybe they will go 200k or more, but that's always only a maybe when you can't do a thorough check first.

[@raymonddelisle6601]

Nice car. I just bought one 2011 crown vic. All Black. Push Bar. Spot light. Interior is mint. I also got a copy of the date of origin paperwork From The Ford factory. Definitely a nice ride and a peice of History.

[@mediaguy4037]

I bought a 2011 interceptor with 77k miles for $2900. Idle hours are kinda high (6508) but it runs great and was never abused.

[@adammorin814]

A huge reason, the biggest reason and you want Tops on your different fluids is because you do not want water getting in there. Especially brake fluid! Brake fluid is hydro scopic and will draw water out of the air if the top is left off and if you've ever had a spongy pedal feel imagine having that and never being able to get it to go away. And just a little tip for people in emergencies, if you absolutely have to you can put transmission fluid in your power steering lines but not the other way around.

[@javiertorres-bb8lf]

It is AMAZING just how many you tube channels start out exactly like you did..."It's your boy so and so from..."

[@Smilex53]

Looking to buy one at a local dealership. The VIN check was super helpful along with everything in the video. Thank you so much!!!

[@JamarD421]

Did you buy it?

[@aspieotaku3580]

I own and drive a police car, its big its cheap and its solid but parking sometimes sucks because it is a big ass car, its almost like driving a big ass truck it is a boat. My Crown vic has over 200000 miles but when I first bought it at 188 the transmission was slipping and I had a few other problems happening but fixed em and now shes still running strong.

[@sylviawebber5561]

Aspie Otaku jjuju

[@johnbear5884]

If you don't mind me asking, how many miles do you have now and how is it running? I'm thinking of getting one at 177k miles

[@talesofluminFan]

Didn't know L drove a crown vic. Didn't know he drove at all

[@shamrocm]

Back in the 70's, when Chrysler was building all the Police Cars, we pulled the radios ous at 50,000 miles and sent them to the auction. At 50k, they were shot.

[@dennyhostasa2928]

My 1991 lasted 450,000 miles. I bought it at 100,000. It went to the junk yard with an original fully functional engine and one transmission job. Most everything else was falling apart though.

[@TMGMedia73]

Thanks for the video! Am looking to buy a Crown Vic police interceptor in a month. Been doing research and your video was most helpful.

[@PowerandLuxury]

Yeah,i got one and he gives great tips.

[@tommygelardi1645]

Crown vics are super durable and dependable workhorses the Caprice is a lil Quicker but is not as durable

[@stephenmiller7388]

Taxisin my ciyy adelaide insouth Australia spend tmost ofhei rtime ideling in traffic plus its not uncommon for them to have half a million kays on them as well pluds they are only 4 bangers crap maint thrashedv to fuck but they keep on going,

[@anterpants]

@@stephenmiller7388 I think I'm having a stroke.

[@danielwebb9306]

thanks for the heads up I love the crown Victoria an I'm looking to buy one great video

[@mjohnson9563]

I purchased my 2010 CVPI 18 months ago from the state of Texas here in Austin for $3300. Car had 140K miles with 3100 hours of idle time. At the time of purchase, I was comparing it to light weight SUVs with similar mileage, durability, reliability and year and the CVPI was the way to go. The only drawback for me was the V8 in terms of fuel economy, however, it is only a 281 and gets pretty decent gas mileage as long as I watch my acceleration in the city. Highway mileage is very good. Since I purchased the vehicle from the state of Texas, I knew it was well maintained and there would be no mechanical issues for a long time. The interior was very clean but the body did have some hail damage which is a good thing as no taxi drivers had snatched it up. I had it repainted, new rims, new battery, new tires, center counsel for $1400 and it looks sharp!!!!! Tag and title fee was only $300. I also purchased the master Ford manual that is over 1000 pages thick along with the P71 Electrical Manual. Also, in general Ford's reliability and service records are top notch for the industry. The reliability of this vehicle is due to the quality of the parts that they use. Some of those parts, such as the pistons and headers are probably high performance which in the end results in more hose power. In doing so, Ford took a hit on the profitability on these units which sell new for around $30K basic. One other note, this is a heavy vehicle compared to a Honda or BMW and it does ride a bit like a boat but it has no problem in getting the job done. 0 to 60 in around 3.5 seconds with no stress (I had to do that one day merging onto a freeway with heavy traffic from the shoulder) can't beat that. Also, once in a while it is good to get on the accelerator to get the springs hot and blow out the hydrocarbons. It doesn't take much to get into the accelerator to get it to growl and take off (and scare the pants off anyone else who is nearby - LOL).

[@Hedgeflexlfz]

Did you find it online?

[@RedRider2001]

There's no way in hell any Crown Vic, even a police interceptor, will do 0-60 in less than 8 seconds.

[@michaeldaury3872]

When I got mine it had 93,000 I guess I did good.

[@lilliansajdyk5229]

Just bought my 2nd Interceptor , both 2011. Fist one was a County sheriffs vehicle with 103,000 miles , and 875 hrs. on the clock. My 2nd one , has the "Chrome PKG ",in White, but only 38.500 miles w/114 hrs ! . It was a CBPatrol Gov't vehicle ( Customs and Border Patrol ). Totally spotless , just needed tires. Dumped the bullshit Goodyear RS Tires and bought a great set of Yokahama's .

[@BigCheech-wy9os]

Thanks for the video. I just bought one. I got really lucky it’s the Police Interceptor. But it was used by the California (Government) so there is no holes in the interior. 2008 Only 116,000 miles. And 54 idle hours. Absolutely no rust. Engine runs great. Trans looks brand new (underneath) interior is clean. I have only one question. How do you know if paint is original? There’s no dents, cracks, or chips. The color is a light blue. I never seen a CV this color. Thanks for the videos bro. Lotta help and good advice!!!

[@scottdinges2031]

Another way to tell you have an authentic police interceptor is on the engine block the barcode sticker will say "POL" and I think that on top of the transmission oil cooler will say "police".

[@forrestpowell7998]

This video was awesome, very informative!

[@220Hawkeye]

Very informative. I actually purchased my 2010 P7B yesterday and saw this vid today. I checked my idling hours and i'm sitting at 2460 IH on 130k mi. Looks like I got lucky.

[@mm7305515mm]

How do you check your idling hours?

[@belladonna442]

I practically stole mine for $800 at 138k miles. Transmission was out, but I knew a guy who could rebuild it for 500. So I paid $1,300 for mine in total, and she rides great and smooth. great cars that you can get some great deals on.

[@J84LS21]

Not too bad this last crown vics idle hours equals out to 181,962 true miles technically so that’s def a sweet deal like you said

[@shaqattac]

I haven't heard much of anything about specifically where to get one (or even start looking). Most I am looking at are 4-6k (at around 100k miles) which is still reasonable but I've heard all of the stories about people getting them for around a 1000 with like 60-80k miles. I know that the PD's auction them off but I'm not sure where to look. Any info will help. Thanks :)

[@stephenmaurer7008]

Good advise with checking the trans (second gear). Any other signs with a bad trans??

[@thekingsservant1104]

Tell you something else you can do. If you can, have a friend follow you so they can watch for oil smoke when you slow down. I don't know why but the valve seals tend to go bad so when you slow under normal driving you will see blue smoke from the exhaust. Just make sure you get to car of to operating temp. Get down on the ground and look at the bottom of the car for any damage or signs that the car has been airborne or off road at some point. Pay attention to the body seems, just using your finger as you walk around the car to see how uniform the body seams are (between the hood, fender, trunk and doors) this will tell you a great deal in regards to the car ever being wrecked. Look at the car in the sunlight and look at the orange peal (or wear in the paint such as scratches or swirl marks from washing and waxing) on the fender,doors, trunk and rear fenders. If the car has been repaired then you will be able to see a difference in the paint on the body part that was repainted. When driving, hit the barks hard a few times to see if it pulls to one side which could indicate a problem with the suspension or brakes. One old time trick is to smell the trans fluid after it gets good and hot, if it stinks like rotten eggs then run away. Smell the oil, even if it's been changed...if it's been run enough you can still smell anti-freeze in the oil. Same for the coolant, smell it and if there is or has been any oil in the coolant system you will be able to smell it. Oh and if can have someone to follow you on your test drive, tell them to pay attention to the alignment between the front and rear tiers. I'm sure you guys have gotten behind people in the past driving something down the road and it looks like the rear axle was off center causing the car to roll down the road at a slight angle. This is a sure sign of frame damage. Hope this helps and good luck!

[@MrRandomReviews]

thats actually good advice man thank you!

[@garygetty2636]

you can buy a gauge to check the thickness of the paint you can check all the fenders to see if one thicker than the other that'll tell you if it was painted

[@Requiescat_in_pace]

It's important to get a rust free vehicle krowned or sprayed with oil annually if you want it to last. They rust in cold climates where salt is used.

[@BC.ZJ.OVERLAND]

that switch in the trunk, i bet you is actually for an auxilliary lighting setup in the trunk.

[@metalminer7827]

Robert Pottinger Turns off rear suspension air bags pump.

[@tommygelardi1645]

The radio frequency tire lights never go out until you buy the green radio frequency transmitter stem tires

[@MichaelLee-co3ch]

They will also have a continuous blinking overdrive light if the transmission is fixing to go out! Or atleast I learned that the hard way and $1700 later after a rebuild!

[@glennquagmire3258]

The 03 and 04 Crown Vics, Mercury Marquis, and Marauders often have headlight issues after they run for a bit. Buy the repair kit by Dorman on Amazon for about $80-$90. Easy fix and takes care of it.

[@snyper5150]

I was just surfing KZbin and ran across your video. It was very informative and I am subscribing to your channel now. GREAT JOB!

[@MrRandomReviews]

Ron White thank you!👍

[@harbormaster1425]

In one video you say under 120k in another you say under 150k in another you say under 170k and yes if the problem with the hvac controls is a vacuum hose sure it’s an easy fix but if it’s the blend door actuator it’s either you take out the dash yourself or you pay for a 6 hour job your also all over the place about idle hours in the end I’ve learned a lot for your videos and I thank you for that

[@whypie7081]

Driving a cop car with no seatbelt. What a legend

[@Tunderpimp]

just pull back the passenger side front carpet. this is where all the upfit power considerations are. some of the guys to strip the old equipment leave the wires there on the floor

[@TCBasketball33]

Another great video mr random but you forgot a couple of things.Im not sure which years this effects but please check the steering shaft. There's a recall for that. Also it seems like 05's have transmission problems. Last i would check the suspension on all vics because ball joint failure seems to happen to a few guys i know.

[@richardmoorman4227]

Now... let's talk excursions, I've been a Silverado guy most my life but last year I bought an 01 v10 ex and best truck I've ever seen

[@PRLINKSGAMING]

there's a dealer in central florida that is selling one CV for 9000 it has 42000 miles and 435 idle hrs. I want that bad boy

[@foxyfoxy91]

Ilopez Lopez they have 250HP. That's not a fast car. Especially a boat like a CV

[@jemesgoldberg5314]

Crown vic vs Challenger or Sheriff vs Moonshiner (comedy) kzbin.info/www/bejne/moDPq4xjmbt7baM

[@kevinpbrake]

PRLINKS aww

[@Doody2x]

Jared Schaecher duh it’s a sedan

[@thenewyorker0042]

You should do a video on why not to buy a cop car. For one the idle time is more the double is driving tome. With cars like the Ford Taurus that have the internal water pump they often need to be changed at over a 2000 dollar cost

[@flyer2359x]

Can attest to the rims. I had the very slightest bend in a steel rim and could feel it big time on the highway.

[@iKumala]

Thanks! I know my 03 is not the best year but I haven't had any problems. (Highway Patrol).

[@MonteLeeMyPOV]

I bought mine with 207,000 5 years ago, shes got 235 now and sometimes the motor clicks, no big deal she still kicks ass on the street or freeway. Bought her for $1800 Her name is Vicky and shes the best car ive ever owned by far

[@fook-joby-den6172]

With regard to the transmission You can always upgrade to s one piece input shaft vs the two piece the AOD-E came with from the factory. For major fun, with a 4.6 is adding forced induction of some kind.

[@BitcoinTo150K]

You need a p71 dealership my dude

[@iambetterksa2566]

Hi so I’m looking for a CV PI, and I think I found a good one but it doesn’t have P71 in its VIN num. It has P7 then a letter. Is there an issue w/ that?

[@InvincibleRage]

I wanted your expertise on this. I bought a 2006 CVPI for $2500 in good condition, with 104,334 miles w/o hours (hours below 1000). What a steal? I checked everything when I test drove it. Only problem it had was a misfire, bad plugs, the dealer fixed it, then I bought it. But after using it and driving on the highway for over 200 miles. The serpentine belt started slipping when the car was started cold, and then it would stop and not make noise again. I felt a rough idle and slight vibration in the cabin, and the suspension squeaks. I can hear the rotation of the drive shaft, and when I needed the windshield defrost it didn't work. I would put the defrost on and cold air would come out. Now after investigation, the belt problem is obvious, it needs replacing. The rough idle and slight vibration in the cabin was also caused by the slipping belt. I noticed the vibration and sound would happen when the belt would move side to side slightly on the tensioner, and the tensioner would compensate causing rough idle and vibration in the car. The belt will be raplaced, and I'll check the rest of the drive belt system. The other issues like the squeaks on the suspension. Mechanics have told me to grease the joints. Now I know only some CVPI model years have the joints that can be greased. Do you Know if my 06 CVPI is one of them or do I have to replace the joints? They told me the defrost problem could be the core, and that cold air comes out because it was bypassed. Now the last issue. The driveshaft noise I hear when accelerating. I can hear the shaft's rotation, but it stops when I reach my desired speed and hold the gas pedal. Now the CVPI manual states that it's a high performance aluminum shaft, and some noise is normal. Is this true? Mechanics have told me it needs grease. Great video and thanks for the help.

[@bramologist]

SMART ADVICE,,thanks..What are the best years?

[@markl5156]

Seen 1 earlier in all black..looks so sweet

[@aaronkelley1425]

Thank you cuz. I bought one and it had 99,000 mi and 4,000 idle hours. I did have to put a new Cadillac converter on it but it runs great and I need to hear you tell me that. Thank you very much

[@GiantsRTheBest1]

Really informative and really helpful. How would you check these things if it's in a police auction since they usually don't let you test drive the car.

[@MrRandomReviews]

GiantsRTheBest1 thats the problem...my department would auction off our cars all the time and you were only allowed to turn it on and off...and many of our cars uad transmission problems but we mainly used DODGE CHARGERS...our crown vics were always solid👍

[@whiteviper1979]

Avoid auctions at all costs on any kind of vechile regardless of what it is unless you have inside information on it it's a HUGE gamble and usually NOT 🚫 in your favor!!! They send vechiles too auctions for a reason and auctioneer's sell vechiles with NUMEROUS mechanical issues!!! YES everything issue you can think of!!!

[@fathertime273]

Because there have been so many crown vics and agencies have been operating them for so long, they've really gotten it down to a science. They retire them at 120K for a reason, because that's when the transmissions tend to go and the engines start having problems. Sometimes higher mileage cars are the way to go, because they've had their transmissions either replaced or rebuilt (Always make sure you get documentation if you can) and most of the service parts and TSB's have been seen to. There is no hard and fast rule when it comes to ex-police cars. Don't assume anything and don't take it as gospel that a car under 120K is more reliable than one with 180K. It depends upon driving style, conditions, maintenance, etc. Use your judgement. And a good helping of common sense.

[@thegamegrinder5525]

I own a 03P71 turned into a sport best car I have ever owned all I done is oil changes lol...

[@jemesgoldberg5314]

Crown vic vs Challenger or Sheriff vs Moonshiner (comedy) kzbin.info/www/bejne/moDPq4xjmbt7baM

[@GotterdammerungX]

thanks Mr. Random! I didn't know about the idle hours. I saw the number but didn't know what it meant. It turns out my cherry 2010 Interceptor only has 2300 idle hours. Awesome!

[@nonelost1]

I worked at an auto auction back in 2010 and 2011. I drove a white (retired WASP?) 2005 P71 with 120k through the barn. It looked in pretty good shape, even the paint looked good! I did not hear any unusual engine or transmission noises. Nevertheless, the high bid was only $500. To this day I do not understand why it did not sell. I always figured that car would have been worth $500 even if it didn't run! I don't know what the idling hours were on it as I was not familiar with that back then. Does anyone have any idea why that car did not sell at $500? BTW, my sister has a 2007 P71 that she paid more than $500 for. But it's been a good car for her and she loves it! She recently drove it across the country and back.

[@SpeCifiC0507]

A lot of people have the idea that a Police car is used and abused beyond regular everyday normal use. This is a twofold thing though. Yes they're usually abused, a lot of idle time and depending on the department sometimes a lot of curb hopping and general road jumping. A lot of people don't usually think of the upsides of a Police car necessarily either. Depending on the department, a Police car is arguably one of the most well taken care of cars you can get. When people see a Police car, people see a car that was used to transport people that did something bad, threw up on the entire back seat, whatever the case may be. People see it as a car that has seen some rough stuff, but people don't see what kind of car it is under the hood, underneath of what the car is used for. CVPI's are great cars, fun, safe and incredibly reliable. They're cheap to fix, find parts for and service. I'm sure if your local police department started using Ferrari's as Police cars' that people would in return look down on them just the same.

[@michaelandrisko748]

I just purchased a 2009 CVPI. I gave $4,000 for it, but it only has 56,000 miles, and the idle hours are at 1362.

[@wbbils7052]

TX for your video. My girlfriend bought earlier in 2020 a 2009 University of Arizona police Crown Vic from a civilian who previously bought it at a police auction, but decided to buy something else later on. She didn't ask many questions (and, of course, never consulted me). It's clearly a UAPD car, but she says she was told it's NOT an interceptor. I don't know what this means as far as how many "hard" miles are on it (the odometer obviously rolled over, but I can't tell if it's only over 100k as opposed to 200k or 300k). Because its purportedly no interceptor, I'm blindly presuming it was driven by cop supervisors, and since it's a college copmobile, I'm guessing it wasn't involved in wild street chases. Should I submit a public records request to UAPD to get its full service and ownership history? Should I go ask questions wherever UAPD has its fleet serviced? Should I go to a Ford dealer? All I know is what I've said here, and, this being Southern AZ, it's over 100 degrees F here 6-8 months a year, so I know what that does to all cars. Since she never asked the questions I would have before spending her $, I'm "flying blind" on what to predict with this car, and, because WHEN it has trouble, I'LL be the poor SOB she goes to for help, I need to play "catch up" on learning about it. The car looks rough inside, but seems to drive OK, the AC works, and it needs no immediate brake work and has decent tires (I've had those issues checked, at least). IS ANYONE OUT THERE WILLING TO ADVISE THIS RETIRED OLD MARINE, WHO'S NOT A SKILLED MECHANIC? TX, GUYS.

[@KINGVIC87]

Look at the vin number if it says p71 then it's a p71 or a p7B

[@eddiebrock9943]

Is 8000 foa a 2011 crown Victoria 56000 miles a good deal?

[@christopherkeating4292]

That was very helpful. Going to check one out tomorrow thanks

[@fallenangelbv]

Bought an LX sport with 230,000 miles, car runs fine, havent had a problem with it yet.

[@graff502cans]

good info thank you I want a crown Victoria so bad so this video is gold 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Ben-ph3gb]

Wish you put the two engine noises closer together in the video so it would be easier to compare them

[@conradrenholzberger6730]

I bought a 2004 Ford Crown Victoria for 3 Grand it had 80000 miles on it and I'm still driving it two years later with 95000 miles on it the only problem I have with it has a piston slap on one of the cylinders but it goes away once it's warmed up

[@jjsnacks8511]

Great video. Thanks so much man

[@Hedgeflexlfz]

Should you get a Tahoe above 120k miles?

[@michaelfredrick6972]

well a lot of people say there bad cars and more power to ya. I'll continue to drive my crown vic until the wheels fall off

[@FenixDelta753]

People who say they're bad cars have never owned or driven them.

[@michaelfredrick6972]

exactly.

[@specialkickzreview1000]

Michael Fredrick I want one so bad how did you get yours

[@insayn7995]

Crown Vic is a legend

[@lrebelo100]

Thanks for the info! Extremely useful!

[@ConradSoDope]

I found a 2011 wit 130 on the dash not one single light on the dash..you can barley hear it..only thing ive had to replace so far is the fan

[@cooler2798]

Wow excellent video, you don't know how much that helped me out, I'm in the process of buying a 2011 Crown Vic, you just gave me an edge, if you can give me some quick info on the flex fuel model, keep up the good work thank you

[@Formerlywarmer]

VIN = vehicle identification number. Redundant term to say both. Great video tho good info

[@rextorrinello6691]

Really great info tips. Thank you. Great videos.

[@brendancloonan2178]

Just wanted to let you know that the Hours that the dash shows it total hours the vehicle is on Not idle hours

[@MrRandomReviews]

wrong ...read the manual

[@jeffrubble6811]

Some show both, usually there is an I h or an I for "idle" hours. On a true P71 or the P7B I think it is

[@jeffrubble6811]

Just gotta go through col cycles with the black button, but it will reveal the idle hours in separate section

[@Requiescat_in_pace]

If you buy civilian model that was taken care of you can get 300k plus miles with no major issues. Not sure about police vehicles.

[@franktstets8037]

Great video, thanks for the info on purchasing a Crown Vick.

[@blockproduction_]

I want a ford crown so bad, but here in germany they are pretty expensive and rare. I really like them with this massive bullbar and some extra lights on the bar. (Look at Alaska State Trooper, they have these round shaped lights on the bar) Also the spotlights are a must have on this car😍 Is there anyone, who wanna give me one for free? Absolute dreamcar!!!

[@markuss.7798]

But how can i buy a car thats sitting thousands of miles away? Here in europe you can get them for ~$11k from Ebay

[@commonsenceaintsocommonnom1496]

@@markuss.7798 I have a 07 clean inceptor

[@commonsenceaintsocommonnom1496]

I got a 07 clean inceptor

[@B3burner]

Which is general preferred by most? All black or all white?

[@Hell-On-Wheels]

I bought a very nice 2011 CVPI with 54.000 miles from copcarsonline in Florida.

[@MrRandomReviews]

Niels Homberg hell yea

[@BryanHernandez-oh3yr]

Mr Random Reviews thx for the site

[@muggamoc4840]

I wanted to get a car from them

[@pokealong]

5500 is quite a lot of idle hours. The manual lists 1 hour of idle as 33 miles. So that crown vic essentially has 337k miles worth of wear.

[@Anon1mous]

On the engine yes but not the body. Idle hours only accumulate when the car is in park or neutral.

[@workingshlub8861]

on p71 models when you are 3/4 throttle to fully wide open..the A/C System completely shuts down to give all available power to the engine. most people do not realize they do that but floor it in a safe location with your a/c on and you will see the vents stop blowing.

[@BC.ZJ.OVERLAND]

Standard Equipment --Functional Air Conditioning Manual with positive shutoff registers, Wide-open throttle (WOT) shut off. But I believe that the Compressor is the one that shuts off, not the blower motor. I floor it alot and none of mine have completely shutoff when flooring it.

[@mod3rnwarrior34]

I am buying a 2008 CVPI, it only has 81,000 miles and 1100 idle hours, it is $2295. I would say I found a good deal!!