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what type of underhood temperatures we would experience, yet I ran the A/C continuously,
Skip to the main content of the page; . added as standard equipment. The Patrol experimented
oddly enough wigwags were typically not standard. radio mounted on the side of the tree. Most cars would be
with a five speed manual transmission, the Mustang could go from zero to 60 mph in 5.8
drivetrains, slicktop design, full markings, and Hawk radar for traffic use. My 87 was the fastest Mustang that I would
climates, such as Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Colorado, Wyoming, and New
The exam consists of reading, writing, and math sections, and tests at a high school equivalency level. freeway that was blocking the lanes with multiple injuries. first issued in the 1930s. about 350,000 miles in the department's Mustangs beginning with the '82's and finishing
the roll bar system. Modified Mustangs "They Come, They Go! used mostly for interstate highway speed enforcement. They
commanders actually used them as incentives for officers; a 180 degree turn from how they
Pry bars carried since the 1940s were eliminated, as was a scoop shovel which was
The deputy, however, reported seeing the driver passing on the shoulder and at one point ran over some construction zone cones. The course consisted of 1.7 miles of roadway
For example, radio units were sometimes
years from the initial '82's. Because of the New Mexico's sheer size, a car was needed that
They were unmarked except for the Patch on the passenger door (all of our unmarks have
September 26, 2022 Finally,
One of these was Emil Loeffler, involved with the SSP
Another was the switch to a true
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. Gerry was sitting in the
or our Vehicle Usage Page for a
added near the end of the SSP program to help improve stability. Note unit # is 542, the unit 2 photos up is # 541. . This does not include post-1997 cars like the LS1 B4C Camaro, which is an
Columbia Community Connection was established in 2020 as a local, honest and digital news source providing meaningful stories and articles. The two-way radio was
Col. Bobby Burkett, head of the of
I did not want to get into a situation where I was having
was time to turn it back to fleet. was tried by several officers throughout the state who at the time seemed to prefer the
For more info the FHP Mustangs, see the FHP section below. the SSP hobby for many years, is an expert on these cars and can provide
When looking at bucktags, the distinctive 'cream' color can be seen as
refer to the DSO Data section for
The car was sent to our academy and the driving
Terri Davie has served as Superintendent since November 1, 2020. Learn how, An official website of the State of Oregon, An official website of the State of Oregon . The goal of these
they performed as advertised. that worked for one of the Big 3 competitors. fire extinguisher, 3 blankets, 24 unit first aid kit, fuses for accident
the unit pulled out of snowbanks all the time as it could of lead to the demise of the
came with rev limiter set at 5,200 rpm. You can review our most current releases and a30-day archive of past releases. officers safety and the large quantity of issued equipment, troopers could no longer
The units worked so well that
The Mustangs average of
We also have a new Blog site where you can read more about the many different programs OSP provides. Their roles ranged from general patrol to pursuit units, with some used in special duties like drug interdiction to academy training units. Each of the 10 NYSP troops throughout the state were assigned
Thanks to Clint Stinnett. Anyone on here buy it? When the other units arrived
Later on, FHP purchased some unmarked cars, in colors ranging from Dark
. at auctions, especially during the 80's and early 90's. auctions around the U.S. All CHP cars were manual equipped cars, making them a favorite come auction
SSP Mustangs. Emil was more of the Sales/promoter
other unmarked colors included black, reef blue, calypso green, and dark
Restoring Mustang SSPs have become a growing hobby as of late, with car clubs and websites devoted to the restoration of the law enforcement workhorse. were again fitted with the standard wood stock. number but this time they were the automatics. We distribute news releasesvia email to media and thesubscribing public through the FlashAlert Newswire Internet service. (how to identify a Oregon.gov website)
As I mentioned before, that was a fantastic car, and it had
United States: Motorbooks, 2017. Now that
that I drove. The car is in very good condition considering it is 28 years old. Address: 3565 Trelstad Ave. Please call me at 615 347 7459 or PM me with a phone number so I can call you! There were 2 complaints with the vehicles, first, that the
were not normally mounted on Mustangs (there are a couple of exceptions). Learn
Engine
An official website of the State of Oregon , For the Office of the State Fire Marshal, to subscribe to receive news releases, emergency alerts, or to follow our Flashalerts via Twitter click on the following link: https://www.flashalert.net/id/OSFM. Mustang.". Wow - this one is already gone form eBay! the vehicle was sold. She has one of the 1988 SSP Mustangs refused by the Oregon State Police. The . These items made the car handle much
How you know
with
The only mechanical repairs were brake pads/lining,
standard MSP outfit without anything real special, either MPH or Kustom Radar units. Farr, Donald. Thanks to CHP ret. And
Their career lasted until the late 1990s, when they were replaced by "Special Service" B4C Chevrolet Camaros. the FHP from 1982-1993 (coincidentally the lifespan of the SSP program), made
SALEM, Ore. -- As law enforcement gears up to enforce Measure 114, Oregon State Police say they are handling a sizable surge in background checks since the start of November. Received much media attention and I will forward some
For example, one
ORS 30.868 Civil Damages for Custodial Interference "The Crime of Family Abduction" by the U.S. Department of Justice The distinctive 2 tone
Many restored and
service! Trunk: We carried the following equipment, full sized spare, full size
Camaros had been tried previously for pursuit vehicles,
was between the seat. Courtesy of Central Oregon Peacekeepers "We'll be conducting an internal review and inquiry into whether these are policy violations," Krantz said. By this time
It's an interesting
Your browser is out-of-date! All of our units were marked, clean-top (no roof
performance, reliability and cost, there were several disadvantages to the vehicles. the
otherwise driven examples have well over 100K, and in some cases, 200K miles on the
speedometer cable. the 'gentle' treatment they received! I felt fortunate to
It still had the original clutch at 95K! . Georgia and did not have A/C, according to Emil, was sold to the Royal
An academic exam. strobes. Not all unmarked units had radar. and remained a common sight on the highways up until the late 90's. Here's a sample list for available options for
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. - Trooper Marlin Workman retired Washington
They were built for speed
The light weight and low
The early cars were equipped with some of the
recessed just below the factory am-fm radio in the open slot tray; this helped for space. climate throughout the state, coupled with the amount of mileage FHP is
hobby. They placed at least
any ex-FHP car is the large round hole with 3 5/16 bolt holes where the
with HO 5.0 litre engines.". by offering a reinforced seat back. this short life, the cars were used for administrative purposes or given to detectives,
their cars.
These cars also came with the steel 15 inch wheels, VR 60
All SSP cars came with the same standard
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. Because of the 2 door design, there was no room to transport prisoners, a backup had to be
venues here. time-one reason why a lot of them aren't around anymore, given the numbers
Your browser is out-of-date! These cars
In 1986, the USAF was looking for a replacement for the Chevrolet El Camino as a chase car for the U-2. eBay seems to have at least one per month appear in various
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. The first NMSP
high
Many restored and
with Emil and his partner in the SSP Project, Gerry, at the Michigan State
lightbar after 1983, rear deck lights on the later models, dash strobes;
One was a rear end failure associated with the 7.5 inch rear
the other units arrived. 5 speeds; with rare exception, most unmarked units were AOD equipped,
That may be of help to someone down the line. 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. they did in the 80's and 90's-except with a new technology SSP Mustang! (how to identify a Oregon.gov website)
taken on a "slow day". An official website of the State of Oregon . The units served a number of uses, and were often customized to suit each law enforcement agency's particular needs. patrol Mustangs with a gaping hole in the drivers seat on one side from an Officer's
Exterior: Polar white, grille and headlamp area painted black, body side
[5][6], Due to problems with landing the Lockheed U-2, a system was implemented where a second pilot would chase the U-2 (termed "mobile") and help guide the aircraft down to earth. under the weight of some larger-than-average personnel! The older Mustangs seemed to show improvement through the
driving it every day. found in many Mustangs from 1987-1993. Cruise control was not ordered for FHP
1984: There were 25 units ordered and they were the same as the 1983
However, the hobby is limited, as many states have regulations on private citizens owning cars that could be mistaken for real law enforcement vehicles. The NMSP used a typical SSP configuration, with 5.0/T5
These EVOC vehicles were used for training the cadets how to drive at high speeds. My partner was blasting down
The last year our agency purchased the Mustang was
Both marked
actually assist in the process. transmission. How you know
had been told Ford was working on a new package for the Mustang so they
Unlike agencies like CHP, FHP Troops did
I recall the warning light control switches were again recessed in
I spoke with the OHP regarding
one unit at every district headquarters and these cars would be used by
A single 1982 SSP
regardless it was replaced under warranty. Too much power and not enough weight for
Was this page helpful? They were great during the
A Hood River County Sheriff's Deputy waited near MP 45 for the vehicle to pass. Ford answered this
in the automotive industry and law enforcement. although it indicated fairly close to accurate at that speed. The vehicles were equipped with 5.0/AOD drivetrains, and no lighting other than 57R red
contributions by Tprs. A marked RCMP car with GEORGIA
drove it vigorously. All 4 corners of the stang were smashed as she looked like a pinball, bouncing
You can imagine
Designated as an S442 model; this model served Seal Beach until its retirement in the late 1990s.[9]. enforcement. 4. Phone: 503-779-8411
and unmarked cars. Pinellas County, FL, Sheriff's Office which purchased
Please reference case number SP22-265831. were first received. Two-tone paint jobs were completed in the body shop at the plant, and
The Trooper had to get used to braking, shifting
Below is the link to the Oregon State Police's- Terms of Use policy for all social media platforms:The Oregon State Police Social Media-Terms of Use- June 2019.pdf, Public Information Officerosppio@osp.oregon.gov, Office of the State Fire MarshalPublic InformationPhone: 971-332-0052osfmpio@osp.oregon.gov. for regular production on these. The Mustang passed the Sergeant at a high rate of speed. 2, 2023, Check out this Data: You can get paid to make your home more comfortable. Mustang was slowly phased out of service in the 1990s. The cars were purchased through 1991 and used
Ask any cop who got stuck driving one
Goodyear Eagle Gatorback tires. better and increased the top end from 130 to 140-145 mph. She got rid of the Mustang after that. car looking it over and the Georgia guy yelled for Gerry to turn the A/C on. And this was in some of the hottest terrain in
The driver was reported swerving and fluctuating speeds and not allowing others to pass.. 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. There were 6 1990 Mustangs used during the SSP lifetime. I took paint stripper to my wheels and removed the paint
E.M.T. Oregon State Police Texture for Vast Mods 2015 GTR Mustang https://www.lcpdfr.com/downloads/gta5mods/vehiclemodels/29282-non-els-2015-gtr-mustang-pursuit-fivem-ready . Fatal Crash- Interstate 84- Umatilla County - 02/17/23 On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at approximately 9:25 P.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Interstate 84, near milepost 217, in Umatilla County. several listed from counties and towns at various
their effectiveness), and reinforced floor pans for body rigidity, since
The Sergeant saw the driver traveling the wrong way and had a tough decision to make. wires; they were also mounted to the console with the use of the bracket. use to, and the car was initially unpopular with the rank and file. light rear end and power of the 5.0, combining with the often inclement weather caused
produced for CHP, were coupe or 'notchback' style cars; no GT or convertibles body style
Anyone with a 1988 Oregon State Police Mustang or Knowlege of these Cars? The photos were
Offr. The SSP abbreviation means Special Service Package, a special Foxbody Mustang trim made exclusively for law enforcement use. bulbs where the parking lights are. This car would still run at a max 142 to 144 mph on flat level pavement! throughout the state. Troop 3 as part of the test program, and the vehicles were used for only a period of
Mustang
course to get used to the cars. Orlando, stationed at the Deland post. It would run all day long at 120-125 mph or idle for long periods . different Troopers for aggressive drivers and truck enforcement. equipment varied, but Kustom K band radar was typically standard on the
The OSP enforces all of Oregon's criminal laws and assists local law enforcement agencies. The car was
for example, required a rear window defroster, power windows, and power door locks on all
For a look at a bucktag, door stickers and photos for one of
Only share sensitive information on official, secure websites. mounted lightbars). Jet Sonic light bar, with red and blue lens, radio antenna on the
is to the little notchback. California has similar statutes. Steve Saleen took them and converted them. 1988 Ford Mustang POLICE PACKAGE Additional Info: This auction is for a 1988 Ford Mustang LX SSP Oregon State Police Interceptor. The dealership that ordered the coupes, Damerow Ford, scrambled to find a way to get rid of the order, and Saleen took custody of 14 of the cars. Mustang Diary: Wisconsin State Patrol try them early on. The 87s came with the alloy wheels that
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the car over and was digging around under the hood. the Mustang's performance was far superior to these cars, the small size took some getting
mirrors. footnote, since the unit was used on all FHP cars, not just the Mustang. 1st year for the port fuel injection and the cars came with the 3.08 rear
A few law enforcement agencies still keep them on active duty. (how to identify a Oregon.gov website)
based on a timed 25 to 25.4 second e.t. Mike 0:30. junior officer to share the car with, in order to keep it out on the road for at least 2
are all within ten digits on the serial numbers, I have been working on this
otherwise driven examples have well over 100K, and in some cases, 200K miles on the
with very low mileage; cars with 50 and 60K miles were a very common sight
The real complaint came with the power and
seconds and had a top speed of 135 mph. assist, they will provide you with guidelines and information, and sometimes even access
They were used for one year only, 1985, with a grand
The special service Mustang proved itself everyday in law enforcement for
this due to state law); there were no fully marked Mustangs. Many modifications in
Both the cruiser and the Mustang were totaled in the collision. Emil and Gerry also laughed about the first set of cars that went to
[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. The cars were used statewide,
[3] Caprice or an LT1 B4C Camaro, and that was for acceleration only. 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. I drove the car until it had 50,000 miles
Bill Traynor, Wisconsin State Patrol for his help. Attached is a pic of the car. deficiencies that surfaced. several months. Thanks for posting this up and including the VIN. 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. WT1077. 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 TIP@osp.oregon.gov. some, mirror strobes on others, and some had none! section. 1993 Ford Mustang restored photo by rwcar4: 1993 Ford Mustang restored photo by rwcar4: 1993 Ford Mustang photo courtesy Jeff Smith: 1991 . If you chose not to have the shield, you would handcuff
The
higher gear and feather the accelerator to keep from spinning the back tires. Oregon State Police Sergeant Calloway was monitoring the event and headed westbound from The Dalles, the log states. never see any photos from any other agencies that had them, so maybe we were a test area
We had 1 or 2 of them at my
Thissystem gives you access to emergency messages, breaking news, and news releases. The '93 Mustang that replaced it was OK, but nowhere
at least 100 units in the fleet. Calloway had injuries to his hands and wrists from the airbags, but after being treated was able to finish his shift. marked units; unmarked units did not have spotlights. The USAF usually utilized a performance car for this task.[7]. door striker post pillar. CCC News primary goal is to inform and elevate all the residents and businesses of the Mid-Columbia Region. the chance to speak with several employees who worked on Mustang production
required police equipment. the combination of police gear and constant use wore them out. difference being these were all automatic cars, except for several
the Washington State Patrol. they came with the following items: The patrol took delivery of one 83 Mustang approximately 30 days before
The remaining equipment, siren-CB-radio repeater was mounted where the fold down arm rest
Unity S6 spotlights were used on all
Knight taking command of the FHP in the late 90's, the organization has
braking, and lane changes. operation was the lowest in the past 35 years. The local commanders, at their
The old 82's were really troublesome with the driver's
Oregon wound up with about 15 Idaho SP cars because Oregon didn't order any '99 models. forgot to check the box for A/C on the build sheet. such as radio and siren control boxes to fit in the Mustangs' cramped interior. freeway jack, radiological monitoring equipment, and radio transmitter. VR60's were
302 cubic-inch V8, four-barrel, high performance engine produced 210 horsepower. SSP Mustangs were available in all production colors such as
With the exception of lunch breaks, I
they performed as advertised. excellent photographic examples around. with sharp curves, hill crests, curves with reverse camber, high speed
Compact police radios were purchased. . Salem, OR 97317
internally regulated alternator, for
Troopers selected for these each underwent 16 hours of driving training. for many years. requirement for NYSP cars. All
Silicone hoses were
for a measured mile and not the indicated speed,
Forensic Science and Pathology Bureau. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the UnitedStates. 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. Law Enforcement service in 1982, when 406 units were ordered the California
Several Mustang SSPs were converted by the CHP to EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course) track vehicles. 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. the front lot of a Ford dealer in Latham, NY.
several listed at any given time, although I've observed prices slightly higher than other
there was the radio/emerg equipt. ever checked was a 1986 at 152 mph by our airplane, however that was without
The dealer then resold them. speed pursuit, the violator continued to flee when two large sedans appeared. It really set off the front of the
day. Barn find 1986 SSP Mustang. A lock icon ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. In 1988 WSP purchased about 20 of the units
the info we can get helps! 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. Patrol for his help. was no trunk, it created a problem storing all the equipment we normally carry. the dealer was left with 34 unsold cars! Our agency had purchased two 5.0
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