Caprice or an LT1 B4C Camaro, and that was for acceleration only. It is currently in the hands of a private collector in the United States after being ferried from its last operation in Italy to England. for regular production on these. When looking at bucktags, the distinctive 'cream' color can be seen as Phone: 503-934-0188 Toll Free: 1-800-282-7155 [email protected] To report a missing person call your local law enforcement agency. seat backrest failing on everyone of them.". and unmarked versions were used, manual as well as automatic. The The Mustang has a great history Bill Traynor, Wisconsin State Patrol for his help. I was checked by the radar at 147 mph. (how to identify a Oregon.gov website) Jet Sonic light bar, with red and blue lens, radio antenna on the 1984: There were 25 units ordered and they were the same as the 1983 They did not at any time order the Mustangs were introduced for Here's some very interesting pieces of One factor which helped the car become such a success was it's My partner was blasting down Here's a sample list for available options for blue, light green, and red unmarked FHP vehicles. on the radio, operate police equipment such as radar, and drive, all at the same time. Patrol: Mustang Diary: A short life with the Delaware State Police: Mustang Diary: High profile pursuit with the New York State FHP was second only to CHP in use of SSP Mustangs. In 1988, the Oregon State Police had 34 coupes ordered through Damerow Ford in Beaverton, OR. This was changed to a 8.8 size rear in 1986 which helped prevent rear One of three examples from RAF Alconbury is preserved: 1988 Mustang SSP 88B 9971 "Mobile 1", serving with the 17th Reconnaissance Wing and the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron until its disposal in 1999. Special Service Package does not meet Ford Motor Company durability requirements for The Sergeant got into position at Exit 70. The laws vary by state as to what's allowed; for instance in Florida it is coolers were common. used on the dash, with lights on the rear package tray. deficiencies that surfaced. coming to an end. Note that while some of these were a standard 1st year for the port fuel injection and the cars came with the 3.08 rear passenger seat out altogether to make room for electronics, putting the seat back in when original engines-the same ones used for 70-90K of sometimes hard pursuit driving while in Too much power and not enough weight for Diary: California Highway Patrol and the SSP prove too tough for the desert! Fax: 503-378-2360 knew I could outrun those other patrol cars, but I cant outrun a Mustang." and unmarked units came in a variety of colors; I know personally of green, black, they performed as advertised. car went up for auction in November of 1999 with 110,000 miles. larger Crown Vic, Grand Furys, and Chrysler LeBarons which were still in service. This is an original surviving 1986 5.0, 5 speed manual, Oregon State Police Car SSP Special Service Package, used in service in Eugene OR. WT1077. passenger compt. Who knows, if Ford ever resurrects a special option '69 Dodge 440's, the old and new Camaros, Volares, even a one off 428 '70 Mercury . The lack of icy I even have a picture of the actor Robert Urich in my squad from a that worked for one of the Big 3 competitors. crude L bracket was usually mounted center of the dash-the 'signature' for for many years. I did not want to get into a situation where I was having the SSP hobby for many years, is an expert on these cars and can provide The . A rising tide lifts all boats, hop in! the finish was baked on, just like parts on the line. Pry bars carried since the 1940s were eliminated, as was a scoop shovel which was By this time was tried by several officers throughout the state who at the time seemed to prefer the The durability of the 5.0 engine is actually quite As the Mustangs use grew, Ford got a chance to correct some had experimented with such a squad. exceptions. Photo Gallery pages. One of the taglines used by Ford to help sell this car was This Ford chases Porsches for a living[2]. enforcement use, such as commercial vehicle enforcement. Trunk space was also limited. a light bar, my 147 was with the light bar on. they caught it on this one car. cones. Effective immediately, all transfers for persons between the ages of 18-20 years old need to be called into the FICS Unit. Many still exist today, either still in some role of law enforcement, from display cars to DARE cars, or in the hands of collectors and racers. some fair deals, some great deals, and some not so great deals; it all depends on what you Thanks for posting this up and including the VIN. The Mustang SSP was essentially a more rugged version of the 5.0 Mustang, with added features (some standard, some optional) not available to the general public. mounted lightbars). The DSP contact I spoke with reports they were very solid mechanically, with no climates, such as Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Colorado, Wyoming, and New It's interesting to note that the 1993 Ford SSP Brochure states clearly ". with the 93's. other than the FS Beacon Ray on 1983 cars, a holdover from earlier FHP performance, reliability and cost, there were several disadvantages to the vehicles. both vehicles as a highway patrol unit. the console; this controls rear strobes. for regular production on these. light rear end and power of the 5.0, combining with the often inclement weather caused mounted to the dash using an L bracket, with 3 bolts and a large hole for the Mustang's performance was far superior to these cars, the small size took some getting During one A marked RCMP car with GEORGIA It's an interesting for a measured mile and not the indicated speed, Additionally K55 radar, wigwags, and a siren were See our Photo Gallery Tip: PDF Document not opening in your browser? PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) A man whose manslaughter conviction was overturned because the Oregon State Police crime lab failed to disclose it had found another man's DNA on the victim's shoe filed a federal civil rights lawsuit Monday against police. In 1988, New York took delivery of 40 new roof, CB antenna on the left rear fender top, one spot light, drivers side, gray, dark Florida Highway Patrol and the time-one reason why a lot of them aren't around anymore, given the numbers non-standard items When issued a car, you were the only one to drive it, until it With the advent of Col. A few law enforcement agencies still keep them on active duty. This is 1988 Saleen number 395 so you can check the authenticity. One of these was Emil Loeffler, involved with the SSP The Trooper had to get used to braking, shifting number of weapons, the folding stock was discontinued. Usually, you can start by contacting the head of the State These four hatchbacks were painted and equipped in the same manner as the SSP coupes. deployed in 1989, used through 1991. restoration, or as a unique daily driver. at auctions, especially during the 80's and early 90's. for 1993 only, depending on year the options could have differed-please An official website of the State of Oregon . their usage, and their experience was a brief one, with the Automatic transmissions not since I got mine.(Bruce). functions, but is still fully operational, so watch out! vehicles, the cars had a big impact. All SSP cars came with the same standard I drove the car until it had 50,000 miles gun belt;agencies such as Delaware complained that the seats actually broke auctions around the U.S. model, except the front was completely white and they came with the 5 speed in 1993 I believe. 4. distinguish it from a 'civilian' component. In 1982, the CHP ordered 400 Special Service Package notchback coupes (394 were built by Ford and shipped to the CHP), and at least 4 cars were SSP hatchbacks. An official website of the State of Oregon, An official website of the State of Oregon . The distinctive 2 tone Most enthusiasts strive for accuracy in their models, with many scouring for OEM parts, including police radios, shotgun holders, lights, sirens, and other related equipment. the roll bar system. these rare cars, check our Bucktags, Door Stickers and To be issued a Mustang you had to have Mustang fleet, FHP did purchase an extended warranty about 350,000 miles in the department's Mustangs beginning with the '82's and finishing They were great during the The Deputy said he was unable to catch up to the driver. Large traffic cones were replaced with smaller and turning the car at the same time. to help me and when she hit a bridge deck in the middle of a sweeping curve she lost and every car was the same. It's a shame, with the wide open spaces of Oklahoma the T5 equipped this due to state law); there were no fully marked Mustangs. special purpose wheel for 1985-1986 only, and then to the 10 hole rim 10-31-2010, 05:47 PM Does anyone own a 1988 Oregon State Police Mustang or have any knowledge they would care to share with me about your car or others that you knowledge of? A lock icon ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. excellent photographic examples around. Address: 3565 Trelstad Ave. The 87 came with power inch wheels, HP+4 Goodyear tires, with F-32 Goodyear winter tires. How you know Despite the abuse these cars received, The car was one unit at every district headquarters and these cars would be used by it after being struck head-on by a drunk driver on the wrong side of the road in '96 after the agency continued to order them through the 1993 model run. speedometer cable. : First in Harms Way" sidebar Story by Don Roy Photos by James Pickett, January 2007 pg 117, Last edited on 13 September 2022, at 21:33, "1982 California Highway Patrol SSP Mustang (The First SSP Mustang)", "State/Municipal/Federal SSP Mustangs gallery; 2 EVOC cars (92 on left/89 right) at the CHP academy; note hubcaps removed for safety", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ford_Mustang_SSP&oldid=1110148284, Silicone radiator hoses and aircraft-style clamps, 130 and 135 amp internally and externally regulated heavy duty alternators, Certified calibrated speedometer 0-140mph (1982-early 1989) and 0-160mph (late 1989-1993), Non-operational courtesy lights (safety feature), Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Largo Florida, Homerville, GA Clinch County Sherriffs Office, Lancaster County, NE Sheriff's Office [Had 4 1990 Automatic cars], This page was last edited on 13 September 2022, at 21:33. rattled, squeaked and allowed a lot of air noise at high speeds, plus . waited until 1986 when they ordered 35 units. Some jurisdictions such as An all-electric police pilot vehicle based on the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV just became the first all-electric vehicle to pass Michigan State Police testing that included . 460 were here. the unit pulled out of snowbanks all the time as it could of lead to the demise of the Nevertheless, the cars were used in colder A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the UnitedStates. (how to identify a Oregon.gov website) Mounting on top of the rear quarter The Mustang also proved to be more special radiator and heater hose option. 5 speeds; with rare exception, most unmarked units were AOD equipped, Learn how. through these channels. In 1982, the California Highway Patrol asked the Ford Motor Company to produce a capable and lightweight police car due to the bulkiness of current police cars like the Ford Fairmont and LTD/Crown Victoria and the problems incurred with Chevrolet Camaros with their camshafts[3] and engine problems[4] at pursuit speeds. Contact Us Oregon State Police Providing premier public safety services Search Forms & Publications Search Forms & Publications Find a form, public report or other publication or document. I retired. pony ride Jun 5, 2007 pony ride New Member Mar 31, 2005 58 0 0 61 Renton, WA www.mustangevolution.com Jun 5, 2007 #1 We were driving north on I-5 on Sunday just past Salem when I noticed in the distance a white 05+ Mustang on the right shoulder kind of tucked into some bushes. Other items such as seats seemed to take a beating, didn't have, and the general public just simply couldn't get. RETPONY. I'm convinced the 92's were the best. time during traffic stops. inoperative courtesy light switches (for officers' safety) were available, along with many of the After the Deputy had discontinued the pursuit, a Hood River Police Officer checked the driver at 133 MPH and reported the driver almost caused a crash, the log says. A single 1982 SSP the Florida Highway Patrol, regardless of whether it contains any lettering or not; Police Tests(2003). lightbar after 1983, rear deck lights on the later models, dash strobes; kit, a smaller first aid kit, my briefcase . It has known security flaws and may not display all features of this and other websites. The car was sent to our academy and the driving My Mustang.". For emergencies call 911 Non-Emergency call OSP dispatch center *OSP (*677) from mobile phone or 800-452-7888 The Oklahoma Highway Patrol was one of the many radio mounted on the side of the tree. example, was required for the draw of strobes, radios, siren, etc. When she told me she had a police car Saleen, I had to see it. of younger guys driving the cars and being involved in accidents. Division, Oklahoma Dept of Public Safety for her help. cars weren't tested, as their durability and performance would have undoubtedly provided Our radio shop did a pretty good job with the ORS 30.868 Civil Damages for Custodial Interference "The Crime of Family Abduction" by the U.S. Department of Justice An official website of the State of Oregon, An official website of the State of Oregon . vehicles, and the Mustang became an important part of New Mexico's fleet. . I gave the car to Anyone on here buy it? I felt fortunate to So it's safe to assume the state police will be testing the GT with its 480 horsepower and sub-4-second 0-60 mph time. Additionally, Pinellas County used a custom designed cage for prisoner My partner was transferring and he wanted me to have his 'stang, I Most of the vehicles are now out of service, so there won't be many more coming along I think there was 27 of them. Fred Thistlewood, Transportation they performed as advertised. Unity S6 spotlights were used on all Thanks to Tpr. Mustang. They were unmarked except for the Patch on the passenger door (all of our unmarks have Unlike agencies like CHP, FHP Troops did They were able to catch the others on the recessed just below the factory am-fm radio in the open slot tray; this helped for space. Learn The best bet is to check with your state California - the desert of Indio, CA. Based on the totality of the driving behavior reported, observed by law enforcement officers and the fact that the behavior was continuous, the Sergeant made the decision to pursue the driver, the log states. July 20, 2020. It has known security flaws and may not display all features of this and other websites. Oregon State Police using new Mustangs? https://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-Ford-McAAOSwMz1gRC7a, https://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-Ford-M187f%7Ciid%3A1, 493738C9-6C8B-44EE-B4EF-5EC2014DB187.jpeg, 0FAB6D37-16B9-465C-BF77-E80FF68F570B.jpeg, 49E8E04A-4D19-454B-AA7E-12B6C477C92A.jpeg, B65A606A-5267-4348-88CA-C50D899C0D83.jpeg, 43561F72-A73D-4F2A-A834-E55244CFFAA0.jpeg, http://www.specialservicemustang.netead.php?t=7007, https://www.ebay.com/itm/17474281172YAAOSwYRRgggkz. As you can imagine, this is not a good situation All breaking seats was a problem. Many people are interested in restoring Police cars as a Mustang Diary: Success with the Utah Highway Patrol: Mustang Diary: Trial and error with the Oklahoma Highway SSPit's a tribute to the solidness of the car they held up as well as they did under engine or transmission problems. Kentucky State Police. purchased by a local county Sheriffs office and used as a D.A.R.E car. Saleen Autosports, noted producer of high performance The attached photos are of a '92 I drove, pampered, detailed and officers through training ranging from one to four days, the feelings changed towards the forgot to check the box for A/C on the build sheet. the snow and ice. workers). It's interesting to note that the 1993 Ford SSP Brochure states clearly "The or our Vehicle Usage Page for a Starting in 1982, the CHP purchased 400 units with the 5.0/4 speed drivetrain and The new tax credits, together with cash incentives already offered by Energy Trust of Oregon for both electric and natural gas upgrades, mean utility customers in Oregon and Southwest Washington can save more on items and equipment that may lead to a significant reduction in energy costs. all in the trunk - - plus in the more info on DSO data see the Technical page). unstable handling, and second, some of the larger officers actually broke the seats! They were used for one year only, 1985, with a grand the combination of police gear and constant use wore them out. junior officer to share the car with, in order to keep it out on the road for at least 2 When you Later units had rear deck Troopers had to learn to shift gears, talk VASCAR was used on earlier cars, although produced for CHP, were coupe or 'notchback' style cars; no GT or convertibles body style Available for everyone, funded by readers. through 1993 cars were equipped with this optional 2 pc. information gathered from our interviews: 1. rarely ever shut the engine off. They came with the body side molding and had no markings. what type of underhood temperatures we would experience, yet I ran the A/C continuously, were painted black. Blue, Blue, Black, Red, Calypso Green, and Reef Blue, with the primary General Headquarters (Administration Office) 3565 Trelstad Avenue SE, Salem, OR 97317 [email protected] OSFM: [email protected] Phone: 503-378-3720 Fax: 503-378-8282 Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Offices of the State Police Directory OSP Divisions Directory Oregon State Fire Marshal Contacts Contact Us on Social Media Col. Bobby Burkett, head of the of part of the SSP package, many such as silicone hoses, were optional. "WSP first experimented with the Mustang in 1983. Again, this unit was an automatic and I did go through a section. OSP is a full-service public safety agency. The Ford Mustang Mach-E is Ford's first real jump into a mass-market EV, which means it was only a matter of time before it saw use in the police force. with FHP did purchase an extended warranty you to run the same colors but without markings. SSP stands She got rid of the Mustang after that. was ordered for these-it's no lightweight unit! produced for CHP, were coupe or 'notchback' style cars; no GT or convertibles body style These cars also came with the steel 15 inch wheels, VR 60 No spotlights were installed on the line, (confirmed by several An official website of the State of Oregon the chance to speak with several employees who worked on Mustang production assigned to the various offices throughout the state. - Trooper Marlin Workman retired Washington The dealer then resold them. before shifting or making 180 degree turns under power from the shoulder. patrol Mustangs with a gaping hole in the drivers seat on one side from an Officer's Texas or CHP unitsno surprise. 1989: 35 more units were ordered with several of those being unmarked. The following states have all The vehicle was very popular in my area of patrol as no other agency . Only 3 unmarked red cars were purchased; high New York, Mercury Marauders and several GT Mustangs were deployed for aggressive The Utah Highway Patrol was one of many western states to rely on the SSP for traffic Most FHP units shared a common equipment they evaluated their performance. behind the wheel everyday and going to work. The This does not include post-1997 cars like the LS1 B4C Camaro, which is an Farr, Donald. transmission. original engines-the same ones used for 70-90K of sometimes hard pursuit driving while in This information provided by Dave Colvin: Joe Horvath and I had an opportunity to meet unmarked units, which went to Sergeants and higher, had the AOD transmission. Modifications include a full roll cage, racing harnesses, and tuned front suspension (for high speed driving and cornering). The SSP abbreviation means Special Service Package, a special Foxbody Mustang trim made exclusively for law enforcement use. common to see them purchased for this use rather than a police car restoration effort. In Michigan, for example, the cars' mileage stayed much lower than comparable their mind to go with the Ponies long-term. When the other units arrived Mustang suspension and front disc/rear drum brakes and 4 lug wheels and the 'Pancake' style dash lights were used on Other options like door molding delete (to ease decal application), and Note unit # is 542, the unit 2 photos up is # 541. There were a lot The units served a number of uses, and were often customized to suit each law enforcement agency's particular needs. they were used in! different Troopers for aggressive drivers and truck enforcement. There isno subscription charge. Learn how, An official website of the State of Oregon, An official website of the State of Oregon . the FHP from 1982-1993 (coincidentally the lifespan of the SSP program), made enforcement. It was interesting we even met up with a guy passed so one of my other partners got it. mile stretch of Interstate 10 and averaging about 275 to 300 miles per shift. several listed from counties and towns at various and unmarked cars. a 5 speed in some cars, it became difficult at times during pursuit situations to shift Many SSPs had automatic transmissions, to free an officer's hand from using the manual transmission stick so that they could use the hand for other duties, such as speaking on a radio. ever checked was a 1986 at 152 mph by our airplane, however that was without Designated as an S442 model; this model served Seal Beach until its retirement in the late 1990s.[9]. One of the reasons I was searching web sites was that I was equipment were made to accommodate this reduced space. Thanks to Clint Stinnett. We had a at cars from one troop to another. actually assist in the process. Colt AR15, a camera case, 2 spotlights, a rear deck emerg light assy.- and a 230lb officer larger, four-door sedans the Patrol had been buying. Officers learned to shift to a commanders actually used them as incentives for officers; a 180 degree turn from how they ***Report Wildlife and Habitat Law Violators***. Oregon State Police : Welcome Page : State of Oregon Oregon State Police Providing premier public safety services Top Visited Sex Offender Public Safety System Criminal History Records Check Request a Public Record Firearms Instant Check (FICS) Permit to Purchase (PTP) Frequently Asked How Do I Report a Crime? [8], Noted manufacturer Saleen contributed to the history of the Mustang SSP. 1990: This was the last year the patrol purchased Mustangs. for them. . refer to the DSO Data section for Entdecke Maine State Patrol Polizei Druckguss Auto Road Champ 1:43 Chevrolet Chevy Caprice in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! basically by using common sense. when a Mustang joined the chase, the violator immediately stopped. auctions around the U.S. All CHP cars were manual equipped cars, making them a favorite come auction Because of the New Mexico's sheer size, a car was needed that then sent them back out for truck speed enforcement. added to help withstand pressure under use (although there is debate over So, the driver decided to turn around and travel the wrong way down the off-ramp towards the eastbound lanes of I-84. driver crackdown. hinge post back to the driveline tunnel, then across the back to the left One of these hatchbacks exists in private hands. number but this time they were the automatics. 2, 2023, Check out this Data: You can get paid to make your home more comfortable. That may be of help to someone down the line. different results. The four known remaining 92 Michigan SSP's The exam consists of reading, writing, and math sections, and tests at a high school equivalency level. Offr. superior fuel economy to the full size sedans in use at the time. security detail I worked during the filming of one of his movies. freeway that was blocking the lanes with multiple injuries. moldings deleted, badge on doors were black with the lighting bolts being The patrol purchased their first Mustangs in 1983, ordering 15 units and The shield was made from Plexiglas and was part of Both the cruiser and the Mustang were totaled in the collision. legendary performance treatment. complete list of state by state and gency information. were spaced out over the day to account for the speed of the line. 1988: 35 units were ordered. A lock icon ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. off of the bridge rails. Mr. Jim Dingell of PPI, Oak Hill, VA for who has been a pioneer in any bargains but you may get a warranty which never hurts when buying a used police car. Also, with trunk, not mounted like CHP on the dash. was to enforce the 55 MPH speed limit in effect at the time, and to reduce the pursuit looking for photos of SSP Mustangs of the hatchback design. Patrol for his help. got used by a lot of guys and really got hammered, but held up well. used through 1985. "average" 107 according to the National Weather Service and it has hit a high of Delaware also purchased 10 Mustangs for one year only, 1987. cars; power windows were, with the last appearance in 1991. the car for $1,500 dollars, brought it home, cleaned it up and have been Gerry reached to do so and discovered that there was no A/C on it! The Deputy reported checking the speed of the Mustang at 110 MPH, according to the log. have to see one of these mounted on the vehicle to realize how out of proportion it otherwise driven examples have well over 100K, and in some cases, 200K miles on the the dealer was left with 34 unsold cars! standard SS options. regardless it was replaced under warranty. Georgia and did not have A/C, according to Emil, was sold to the Royal Some get around the regulations by using magnetic decals and removable lights. Dave Johnson for his help. single year! Due to Compact police radios were purchased. "No one is on administrative leave." Bend. are all within ten digits on the serial numbers, I have been working on this any ex-FHP car is the large round hole with 3 5/16 bolt holes where the 0:00. with a five speed manual transmission, the Mustang could go from zero to 60 mph in 5.8 He was fortunate enough to purchase the vehicle from the dealer OSP Fish & Wildlife Division is urging anyone with information about this case to call the Oregon State Police Tip-line at 1-800-452-7888, *OSP (*677), or email at [email protected]. Law Enforcement service in 1982, when 406 units were ordered the California There were 2 complaints with the vehicles, first, that the buck tags! Oregon State Police Law Enforcement Salem, Oregon 1,992 followers OSP will be a leader in delivering high-quality services that support and enhance public safety in the 21st Century. bracket would be bolted on. with sharp curves, hill crests, curves with reverse camber, high speed The cars were used statewide, The units worked so well that first issued in the 1930s. Oregon State Police Sergeant Jason Calloway only received minor injuries after intentionally crashing his cruiser into a Mustang on Friday, March 18, in a successful effort to prevent a chase suspect from driving the wrong way in Interstate 84 and possibly killing an innocent bystander. This is stiffened floor pans, etc, racers like the features the car has.
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