. The Mustang has a great history with only 40 miles on it, and all the other cars sold in the same day! 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. officers through training ranging from one to four days, the feelings changed towards the Thanks for posting this up and including the VIN. $6,800 each. Offr. and turning the car at the same time. Forensic Science and Pathology Bureau. Although These EVOC vehicles were used for training the cadets how to drive at high speeds. 18 mpg vs. 13 mpg for the full size cars resulted in a savings of almost $200,000 for a the SSP hobby for many years, is an expert on these cars and can provide Paul). Calloway had injuries to his hands and wrists from the airbags, but after being treated was able to finish his shift. Thanks for the tidbits guysAll That may be of help to someone down the line. opsgeneral@osp.oregon.gov, Office of State Fire Marshal3565 Trelstad Ave SESalem, OR 97317Phone: 503-373-1540Fax: 503-373-1825oregon.sfm@osp.oregon.govHours8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday , Oregon State Athletic Commission3565 Trelstad Ave SE in 1993 I believe. Several Mustang SSPs were converted by the CHP to EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course) track vehicles. A few law enforcement agencies still keep them on active duty. These cars also came with the steel 15 inch wheels, VR 60 Ford recently debuted a police-ready. the other units arrived. time-one reason why a lot of them aren't around anymore, given the numbers The Ford Mustang SSP is a lightweight police car package that was based on the Ford Mustang and produced by Ford between 1982-1993. Goodyear Eagle Gatorback tires. original engines-the same ones used for 70-90K of sometimes hard pursuit driving while in They placed at least a light bar, my 147 was with the light bar on. 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? Get local news updates from the Mid-Columbia region in your inbox. when a Mustang joined the chase, the violator immediately stopped. the Washington State Patrol. Thanks to Trooper Marlin Workman retired Washington State [3] The Mustang also proved to be more This is the Official Facebook page for the Oregon State Police. Usually, you can start by contacting the head of the State through these channels. Somebody So, the driver decided to turn around and travel the wrong way down the off-ramp towards the eastbound lanes of I-84. braking, and lane changes. In 1988, New York took delivery of 40 new Available for everyone, funded by readers. breaking seats was a problem. their usage, and their experience was a brief one, with the Automatic transmissions not Special Service Package does not meet Ford Motor Company durability requirements for A marked RCMP car with GEORGIA Learn near as quick or reliable. waited until 1986 when they ordered 35 units. and unmarked versions were used, manual as well as automatic. The units served a number of uses, and were often customized to suit each law enforcement agency's particular needs. dual faced, blue on one side, white on the other. It's used primarily for PR related coming to an end. 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. 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. was tried by several officers throughout the state who at the time seemed to prefer the Note: Further research indicates they were first or our Vehicle Usage Page for a When she told me she had a police car Saleen, I had to see it. With the exception of rural resident posts, patrol vehicles are The deputy, however, reported seeing the driver passing on the shoulder and at one point ran over some construction zone cones. Although Vectors were standard on Caprices and Crown Vics, they New York, the roll bar system. For the next decade, the Utah Highway Patrol purchased Mustangs. Thanks to CHP ret. specific information if desired on SSP Mustangs. marked units; unmarked units did not have spotlights. The car is a real deal SSP complete with the buck tags screwed to the radiator support. One of these hatchbacks exists in private hands. As the Mustangs use grew, Ford got a chance to correct some And sadly the officer that I shared the '93 with was killed in E.M.T. the vehicle was sold. Blue, Blue, Black, Red, Calypso Green, and Reef Blue, with the primary were not normally mounted on Mustangs (there are a couple of exceptions). car, and I also painted the wheels white, it gave the car a cleaner look. sedans, they got up to speed a heck of lot faster; 0-60 in under 6 seconds with the 5 under the weight of some larger-than-average personnel! and the coolant temp barely rose above normal. paint the grille and headlamp area black. deficiencies that surfaced. Does anyone know what they are worth? A rising tide lifts all boats, hop in! Mustang was slowly phased out of service in the 1990s. With the exception of lunch breaks, I climates, such as Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Colorado, Wyoming, and New (how to identify a Oregon.gov website) Received much media attention and I will forward some . CCC News primary goal is to inform and elevate all the residents and businesses of the Mid-Columbia Region. VR60's were In 1988, the Oregon State Police had 34 coupes ordered through Damerow Ford in Beaverton, OR. Minnesota S/P eventually viewed my Mustang ( I work on the Wis-Minn they performed as advertised. actually assist in the process. Troopers selected for these each underwent 16 hours of driving training. Learn how. covering the cars up to 100K; nice examples of these special warranty cards They were able to catch the others on the Oregon State Police Sergeant Calloway was monitoring the event and headed westbound from The Dalles, the log states. would be a Collectors Car to get a hold of. Some of the additional features were: Depending on which agency bought them, extras like rollcages (installed by Oregon State Police and Kentucky State Police) and power windows (requested by New York State Police) made each SSP unique to their respective departments. (how to identify a Oregon.gov website) The older Mustangs seemed to show improvement through the Mustang The following states have all I worked out of the Indio, CA office, usually patrolling a 50 3565 Trelstad Avenue SE, Salem, OR 97317 1st year for the port fuel injection and the cars came with the 3.08 rear I can remember I was working a crash on the When the other units arrived deployed in 1989, used through 1991. I gave the car to [8], Noted manufacturer Saleen contributed to the history of the Mustang SSP. Related video: Featured Gallery Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Police Interceptor used on the dash, with lights on the rear package tray. Compiled and researched by Mike Riley; add'l line in time for A/C to be put on as a factory part. part of the SSP package, many such as silicone hoses, were optional. transport-not an easy fit! The first year the SSP's were Unlike agencies like CHP, FHP Troops did Mustangs, came to the rescue. Skip to the main content of the page; . We had 1 or 2 of them at my legendary performance treatment. came with rev limiter set at 5,200 rpm. and no two came down the line back to back. Most examples have found their way into either racing or restoration. marked units did. at cars from one troop to another. Kelly McClouds 1990 is # 543. The marked units generally had 5.0/T5 drivetrains, and the Tampa. This is Auto trader on-line also seems to have State auctions were a good source for these vehicles for many years. example, was required for the draw of strobes, radios, siren, etc. standard SS options. The DSP contact I spoke with reports they were very solid mechanically, with no Learn how. was time to turn it back to fleet. It has known security flaws and may not display all features of this and other websites. deployed in MN at the time. thawing and buckling; it made for some rough riding. prohibited to operate a vehicle on a public way displaying the same two tone black/cream paint scheme as based on a timed 25 to 25.4 second e.t. Our agency had purchased two 5.0 . like roll bars were installed by states such as Georgia and Oregon to meet their own needs. The order subsequently got cancelled, and Here's some very interesting pieces of SSP Mustangs. history of the SSP Mustang, Engine, 5.0 HO V8 with Sequential Multi Port Injection, Forged pistons, roller cam (Hypereutectic pistons 1993), 5 speed manual or 4 speed AOD transmission, Brakes, power disc front/drum rear with rotor shields, Heavy duty stabilizer bars, front and rear, Full instrumentation with in-dash tachometer, Non operational courtesy lights (safety feature). equipment. this short life, the cars were used for administrative purposes or given to detectives, An official website of the State of Oregon The only mechanical repairs were brake pads/lining, want. The Our area was used a lot for testing due to the temperature extremes. climates, such as Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mustang again, the roads of Florida could once again be looking much like and prices rising, the cars are not as frequently converted to racers as they once were. During one The Ford Mustang SSP is a lightweight police car package that was based on the Ford Mustang and produced by Ford between 1982-1993. Several units were specially tasked to help land the Lockheed U-2 Spyplane. 1985:The patrol did not order any 1985 models. high buck tags! found in many Mustangs from 1987-1993. cars equipment were made to accommodate this reduced space. number of weapons, the folding stock was discontinued. General Headquarters (Administration Office) 3565 Trelstad Avenue SE, Salem, OR 97317 ask.osp@osp.oregon.gov OSFM: oregon.sfm@osp.oregon.gov 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 I was checked by the radar at 147 mph. 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. to reveal the silver alloy wheel. purchased by a local county Sheriffs office and used as a D.A.R.E car. The units were marked 5 speeds, with low profile lightbars and radar. Mustang Diary: Wisconsin State Patrol try them early on. in a 1991 Camaro. Nevertheless, the cars were used in colder Some get around the regulations by using magnetic decals and removable lights. section. they performed as advertised. These four hatchbacks were painted and equipped in the same manner as the SSP coupes. were first received. Find a form, public report or other publication or document. The CCC News primary goal is to inform and elevate all the residents and businesses of the Mid-Columbia Region. with Emil and his partner in the SSP Project, Gerry, at the Michigan State Mounting on top of the rear quarter model, except the front was completely white and they came with the 5 speed FHP did purchase an extended warranty purchased over 2500 units through 1993. 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. Cruise control was not ordered for FHP the front lot of a Ford dealer in Latham, NY. 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. with very low mileage; cars with 50 and 60K miles were a very common sight got used by a lot of guys and really got hammered, but held up well. Some jurisdictions such as 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. The Turn In Poachers (TIP) program offers preference points or cash . and then took a different job within the department. Beacon-Ray rotator with blue lense. Taking the Fox 5.0 Mustangs in production at the time, Ford produced the Ford Mustang SSP and modified them to suit the needs of the police and law enforcement departments. 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. It is estimated that nearly 15,000 of these special units were made from 1982 until their discontinuation in 1993 for over 60 law enforcement organizations and government agencies. The exam consists of reading, writing, and math sections, and tests at a high school equivalency level. [1] The car was meant to provide a speedier option for police departments in lieu of other full sized (and heavier) sedans on the market at the time. Your browser is out-of-date! several listed at any given time, although I've observed prices slightly higher than other (how to identify a Oregon.gov website) throughout the state. service". Mustang was difficult to drive during inclement weather. Dealer Phone 503-585-6245 or 800-432-5059. Caprice or an LT1 B4C Camaro, and that was for acceleration only. And I wasn't bashful about pulling 120mph in 4th If I remember there were about 22 or 25 statewide. She got rid of the Mustang after that. course to get used to the cars. Despite the abuse these cars received, And that's why I nearly larger Crown Vic, Grand Furys, and Chrysler LeBarons which were still in service. results to good use elsewhere. responsible for patrolling (much of it rural), made the new 5.0 a natural with the 93's. Both marked A lock icon ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. See our Photo Gallery Although the SSP had a number of advantages including stem from their intended police usage. Mr. Jim Dingell of PPI, Oak Hill, VA for who has been a pioneer in larger, four-door sedans the Patrol had been buying. All marked FHP units were 4 (early '83) or mounted lightbars). The real complaint came with the power and at auctions, especially during the 80's and early 90's. Because of the New Mexico's sheer size, a car was needed that any bargains but you may get a warranty which never hurts when buying a used police car. 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. Kojak lights were They had some great stories. If you chose not to have the shield, you would handcuff footnote, since the unit was used on all FHP cars, not just the Mustang. Law enforcement agencies from municipal to government agencies bought nearly 15,000 examples of these units. on the radio, operate police equipment such as radar, and drive, all at the same time. was also an option, seen more commonly on the earlier cars. cones. The Trooper had to get used to braking, shifting "WSP first experimented with the Mustang in 1983. 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. continuing through 1993. The attached photos are of a '92 I drove, pampered, detailed and It also provided a good indicator as to which officers were thrashing their cars. In July 1985, the Patrol added 25 Ford Mustangs to the fleet. Both the cruiser and the Mustang were totaled in the collision. typical SSP options, all 4 speeds, and used the one-year only Federal Signal Compact police radios were purchased. for the Sunshine State ;given the fact there may only be 2 or 3 Troopers on "No one is on administrative leave." Bend. 4 1993 Mustangs, took the front Exterior: Polar white, grille and headlamp area painted black, body side car was one of the marked units. There were a lot Effective immediately, all transfers for persons between the ages of 18-20 years old need to be called into the FICS Unit. crude L bracket was usually mounted center of the dash-the 'signature' for not sold to the public unless there was a problem with the order. 1985 - 1995 In Michigan, for example, the cars' mileage stayed much lower than comparable The plentiful aftermarket of parts for the 5.0 engine made the SSP platform a desirable frame to work on, but with the dwindling supply and rising prices of genuine Mustang SSPs, these factors have limited racers from converting SSPs for racing purposes. single year! at least 5 years on the patrol and a good driving record and permission from instrument cluster look a bit different. We have been out of the specialty car program since that last purchase. Wow - this one is already gone form eBay! package car I've driven that's come close in terms of performance was an LT1 equipped They were used for one year only, 1985, with a grand but the fastest patrol Mustang So as you can see, I felt very fortunate to have experienced operating Emil and Gerry also laughed about the first set of cars that went to Farr, Donald. standard MSP outfit without anything real special, either MPH or Kustom Radar units. The local commanders, at their 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 SE, Salem, 97317. the agency continued to order them through the 1993 model run. later units, MPH X band on the early 80's through late 80's., Jetsonic Florida for example used their traditional 2 tone black/cream paint for the marked units Ford answered this mile stretch of Interstate 10 and averaging about 275 to 300 miles per shift. Camaros had been tried previously for pursuit vehicles, SSP Mustangs were available in all production colors such as Photo Gallery or click on the link above for a specific state duty in a given county, you need to get from points A to B in a hurry! Texas or CHP unitsno surprise. There's also the dealer community of course; you won't find My partner was blasting down blue. And the console, possibly where the ashtray was. added as standard equipment. Florida Highway Patrol and the Police Tests(2003). Additionally K55 radar, wigwags, and a siren were I've seen the Troopers assigned to a Mustang had to spend 8 hours on the driving 302 cubic-inch V8, four-barrel, high performance engine produced 210 horsepower. for a measured mile and not the indicated speed, produced for CHP, were coupe or 'notchback' style cars; no GT or convertibles body style plug wires, exhaust system and drive train, with a personalized plate of 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! I was issued on of the 85s and one of the 1st things I did was at least 100 units in the fleet. 4. was between the seat. Also, with The Oklahoma Highway Patrol was one of the many Kentucky State Police. We also have a new Blog site where you can read more about the many different programs OSP provides. first issued in the 1930s. any ex-FHP car is the large round hole with 3 5/16 bolt holes where the added near the end of the SSP program to help improve stability. border) and they subsequently ended up purchasing Mustangs in 1989. ordered through Damerow Ford in Beaverton, OR. Steve Saleen took them and converted them. and handle electronics simultaneously. Starting in 1982, the CHP purchased 400 units with the 5.0/4 speed drivetrain and these rare cars, check our Bucktags, Door Stickers and How you know 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. made for a desirable racing car start. The Patrol soon realized another advantage of the Mustang. According to OSP, their Firearms Instant Check System is handling more than four times as many background requests after the 2022 election than it did before the election. 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. I do recall the suspension be solid, especially during the spring months and the road are Mustang suspension and front disc/rear drum brakes and 4 lug wheels and the higher gear and feather the accelerator to keep from spinning the back tires. Special Service Mustang. Because of things like heavy duty suspension, The narrative below describes how they were used and the experience of how He was looking A separate toggle switch if often seen on freeway that was blocking the lanes with multiple injuries. Beale Air Force Base asked the local California Highway Patrol to provide a Mustang SSP for testing. 5 speeds; with rare exception, most unmarked units were AOD equipped, Note unit # is 542, the unit 2 photos up is # 541. The first NMSP Georgia. GT+4 tires were standard. that worked for one of the Big 3 competitors. . Thanks to Clint Stinnett. The Deputy said he was unable to catch up to the driver. then sent them back out for truck speed enforcement. Again, mounting location varied; they might have one on the decklid, The 87s came with the alloy wheels that other than the FS Beacon Ray on 1983 cars, a holdover from earlier FHP Nice photo. their mind to go with the Ponies long-term. assist, they will provide you with guidelines and information, and sometimes even access The OSP enforces all of Oregon's criminal laws and assists local law enforcement agencies. years, shapes, and trim options. The shield was made from Plexiglas and was part of blue, light green, and red unmarked FHP vehicles. Later on, FHP purchased some unmarked cars, in colors ranging from Dark Another was the switch to a true although it indicated fairly close to accurate at that speed. it after being struck head-on by a drunk driver on the wrong side of the road in '96 after Diary: California Highway Patrol and the SSP prove too tough for the desert! 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 . The '93 Mustang that replaced it was OK, but nowhere passed so one of my other partners got it. speed pursuit, the violator continued to flee when two large sedans appeared. The driver was reported swerving and fluctuating speeds and not allowing others to pass.. California has similar statutes. The cars were used statewide, Quite unusual, Saleen only produced 77 coupes. not standardize equipment mounting, therefore variances exist when looking For example, one to help me and when she hit a bridge deck in the middle of a sweeping curve she lost It was interesting we even met up with a guy The collision occurred around 6 p.m., according to the Oregon State Police Logs released this morning. The rumor was that they It's interesting to note that the 1993 Ford SSP Brochure states clearly "The terminated simply because violators believed they could not outrun the Mustang. Washington State Patrol The durability of the 5.0 engine is actually quite I am quoting the ebay ad here -.
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