As a police officer, I can say those Vics were tanks! We use to beat the hell out of them, and they started up everytime. The new interceptors are viable replacements, but they are not Vics! Good vid!
Not to mention the new beautiful looking Ford explorer interceptors are getting sold off so cheap because a water pump issue I was not aware of and lucky avoided by purchasing a 05 p71 for 2k
I owned a 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis that my parents took possession of, slighly before giving it back. I paid the bill each month, It got the front end ripped off by a semi in 2010 and I almost died. Saved my life.
Nah, the import tax here in Australia is through the roof, I have an idea to get them here that won't cost me too much, that and I'm planning on converting them to right hand drive, (that's what we have here), that and I'll need a few spare parts
I might just do that, my plan is to get the same year model Aussie Ford Falcon and get the interior into the crown Vic, that way I can save money and have it right hand drive, so hopefully it goes well and it all fits, otherwise I'll have to try and make a right hand drive version of the original to make it fit
Our highway patrol has been using HEMI powered Chargers since 2006, and the officers love them. Besides being faster, and better handling than the Crown Vics, officers say that they are just as durable, which makes sense, since both the HEMI and the NAG1 tranmission are bulletproof.
@@MURDACIDEBOY That's hilarious. The only thing that made it a good police car was that it was durable, other than that it sucked, it doesn't handle, and it is slow.
The best part about most of those problems is that once you replace the parts (such as the alternator or trans) you shouldn't have problems cause you aren't likely to abuse it like the police force did so it'll last a long time
Oh as soon as he finished that list, I realized damn... that's an easy list of things to replace honestly. Transmission being the most time consuming but if that's the worst, then hot damn lol
wrecked an 06 mustang got depressed and broke, had $800 for a car and man oh man never in a million year thought i would love a car more than the mustang im proud owner of 99 crown vic from OC sheriff 90k miles
@@dorianbush555 gaynors at beach and orangewood gets em a lot and most of the little places that get their cars from auctions large dealers wont have em but gaynors are the homies
But production did stop in 2011 now the newest you can get is 7 years old I have driven them for 20 years even have a 2011 hit a bare in an 01 that still drove after that lol they are strong well built machines that if cared for will last forever but ford has ofically dethroned them as of 2011 and now the mustang gt is a 5.0 they completely stoped building the 4.6 all together º~º
I currently own a 2004 CVPI that was a county constable slicktop with no holes on the roof or the trunk and I love it even though the trans is blown out. Trying to save up the funds to try to get it rebuilt.
Many of those problems you refer to, can be eased by buying either a civilian Crown Victoria, a Mercury Grand Marquis, or a police model used by high ranking officers, fire marshals, or detectives. The National Park Police also used Crown Victorias, and those cars had an easier life than a city, county, or state police patrol unit.
I have one with 11000 hours on it the other one has over 9000 hours on it no fuckin problem anything you have to do for it is so fuckin worth it don't be afraid of it the one wit11000 hours it is the smoothest best running car I have had this century and I love them
I have a 2011 crown Vic. It’s my second one. I can back what you said about the car it’s easy and fun to drive, easy to maintain , tons of customization options and more. This car rocks the highway, with cruise control set at 65-70, no one will be in your way. I had the fun of building my own center console with a radio and armrest vision built in, looks badass and it’s something you’d never be able to do in a more normal car. The seats are so comfortable it makes a long trip feel like you’re relaxing on a sofa. The interior besides that is extremely basic and black plastic. In the future I think it would be cool to replace all the black plastic trim with a softer material from a normal civilian Vic. So many things about this car that just amazes me. Idc what people call me driving this thing, wacker, grandpa, etc. I don’t care I love driving my land yacht.
ive got a grey, but cant afford a pushbar or spotlight to finish the look :( the county I bought it from ripped out just about everything they could, guess they dont have much money
I have one for my first car had it in high school (just got out of that hell a few months ago) and it was a pretty good choice Theyre easy to work on yourself which is good because if youre anything like my situation you cant really afford to take it to a shop
I’m 16 almost 17, I got mine on my 16th birthday and I’ve had nothing but joy in my 2010. Only downside is that it’s an automatic, and the MPG isn’t very good
A vic can be manual swapped (im saving to manual swap mine) which will improve mpg a bit too lower mileage is a fair trade off for me though because most of my driving is driving on a 2 lane highway and this is a much better highway car than my moms focus or most of the 4 cylinder cars people my age who live in town have (because really a vic is one of the only affordable v8s to my age bracket in my area at least unless youre going for old trucks)
I had a grand marquise and a 77 LTD ex squad. Planned a short trip with girlfriend and told her have to take LTD cause marquise in shop. She said good though couldn't understand why. Picked her up and she lights a cigarette. OH, that's why, I didn't let her smoke in the marquise. I liked the marquise but the 302 engine a little small. It was always working lowering mpg and shortening its life. A 351 would have wasted gas but lasted alot longer.
Thanks for the guide. I bought a 96 last year, and need a 2nd vehicle now. Going to an auction this weekend to look at a 2010 Crown vic as a possible 2nd vehicle for winter.
I have a 05 with the 250 hp motor and 355 gears. All stock with bullet proof doors and stab proof seats. Black unmarked but it needs repainted I'm thinking brown or gold MAYBE a dark red and a supercharger and a 5 speed and GT wheels.
Thanks so much man. Much respect for you and your channel and honesty. Thinking of getting one most likely the cheapest 2001 or 2005 i can get. Your channel and information really inspired me even more to achieve this new build. Keep fucking rocking bruh💯
My dad talked me out of buying an El Camino for my first car and getting an '06 Crown Vic PI instead. Definitely one of the best decisions I have ever made. I've had it for almost two years now and it's treated me very well.
@@premiumc2282 It totally depends on what body style you prefer tbh. They're all really solid cars and the quirks of each year are well known so I'd just suggest find the body style you like and what year it is then read up on known issues. I love my 06. The only money I've spent on it really has been for routine maintenance.
I had a Crown Victoria several years ago and I loved that car, but it wouldn't pass inspection because of emissions systems problems. But if found one in good shape I'd buy it on the spot.
They used a mechanical throttle body until the 2005 model year. the upgrade to 255 horsepower was in 2004. Plus in 2003, they got a revised frame design, which was both stronger amd lighter. 2004 is the best model year hands down.
I drive a 2004 p71. Do not under estimate the take off out of the hole. Broke the spare tire bracket in the trunk first time I punched it from a stand still.
So from what you're saying, if you buy a P71 police Interceptor you should immediately just change out the alternator to a new one and the passenger side power window motor and switch ? You know what , I like this video You go right to the point
I had a 2005 CVPI. One thing I learned the hard way, is that many PDs bought their fleet of Crown Vics "Keyed Alike", and there are only a handful of different keys when ordered alike. This may have made it very easy to steal my car in broad daylight. I eventually threw away the key, so I cannot confirm that mine was one, but it makes a lot of sense. If I were to get another, I would put in a hidden kill switch. Check the number stamped on the key and look here and if it matches one of these it is a fleet key: 1284X 0151X 1294X 0576X 1435X 0135X
Yes. If not to use them, then to restore them and keep them operating. The Crown Vic is one of the last of the old guard good quality cars riding around these days. The last blast from the past that makes me smile when i see em. Keep them alive.
I'm getting a Crown Victoria 2007 P73, or if I can get a better deal from car dealership on a 2011 Crown Victoria P71 . Forever love Ford Crown Victoria's.
Thats why I brought it for a second time and had to put a trans in the one I got now brought it like that and fixed her up crown Vic the best American made 4 door body on from RWD
The 07s & 08s had a slightly stronger transmission than 2009-2011 since 2009+ had a weaker Trans bearing. But as you mentioned every trans is a ticking time bomb if it was an in service car.
As a retired provincial constable for its entire production, the Crown Victoria was produced by Ford Canada alongside the Grand Marquis at St. Thomas Assembly in Southwold, Ontario 🇨🇦. Not in the United States of America
Man I can't wait to get one of these. Ive wanted one ever since I played one of the older need for speed games, but sadly I'm 17 and have to buy it and the insurance myself, but the problem is that I broke my collarbone recently, so I have to wait for that to heal before I get a job.
Miss the he’ll outta mine! Vicky was a 03. Only thing is that they are made in Canada, n also allium drive shaft. Love the vid! Didn’t know about the truck frame.
What don't we like about the '08 and '09? They got the 17's and electronic throttle control in '06 and the only real difference between '09 and '10 are the grease fittings for the suspension. So just wondering, thanks!
I am not from USA, but my dream car is a Crown Victoria. I don't know why, but I like it a lot. I hope if I live in your country, I will buy this Ford model.
I am probably wrong but I feel like that could be possible considering the 2v 4.6 is a mustang engine and they had a manual transmission option so im sure there's a conversion
I've been looking for a Crown Vic. that still has the spot light a Push Bar! Garge Find Gramp's was a Retired cop and they let him keep his Cruiser! I paid $2,500 for a 1998 with a 134,000 Miles!! Runs Mint too!! :)
I LOVE the Vic. drives so smooth and feels the same at any speed over 25 MPH. Another upside is no one will beat you off the light, fear strikes them if they think you are a cop. That happened to me a few times. I told a friend of mine who is a policeman about it and he rolled out laughing. He knows I drove with a white shirt and my truckers headset, not to try to look like a cop, I just liked white shirts.
Just stumbled on this while looking for a Vic/Town Car/Grand Marquis/Maurader as a new teen driver aimed at the mercury or Lincoln. pissed at what you said about the Maurader, but tbf that was a good roast so I'll let it slide
Best to get a detective model if possible. They are good cars. I'm a chevy guy and prefer the police Impala BUT I would never deny the very capable crown vic. I just love police cars. Many people don't realize how much better they are built.
Pickup my 03 CVPI tomorrow, drive by wire, but still a locking 3.55s in the rear, FLOOR SHIFTER and LEATHER. This one never saw police/fire/taxi duty, and it's perplexing to me why it exists lol
I just bought my 2011 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor on the 13th. I am obsessed with the car. I bought it with 144K miles on it and 2200 Idle Hours. It came from the Paulding County Sheriff's Office in Ohio. My car was a prisoner transport car. You are one of the biggest influences on my decision to buy my crown vic. It is an all black car with tan interior. Videos featuring the car will be coming to my channel soon.
Bought it for $3,500, had to replace most of the lights, the wiper blades, the ticket light that was removed, and the air filter. It still needs new front brakes and rotors.
Its not thirsty compared to many other V8s though. In comparison with only other v8 vehicles it actually gets good mileage I live where every other person has a pickup truck and i think i get better mileage then most people here because of that. These vics are decently aerodynamic and low to the ground helps too
@@P7777-u7r could be. I just figured it had eight cylinder so it must like gas. Mine only has six and it loves gas. Still I would like to have one in good shape.
@@camthesaxman3387 Basically a crown Victoria is an f-150 pickup truck I have been told that you can take the body off of the frame and mount it under a pickup motor and all.
My 06 Mercury Grand Marquis is great car bought it last year with no problems on it have 165k+ on it still going strong and so damn comfortable and fun to drive love it to bad it is a rear wheel drive through
I had an 05 P71. 126k for 1100. All white, Go rhino push bar, 5% tint all around, 35% windshield. I remember my first time driving in the rain and how easy it was to kick the rear end out
I’ve had a 97 Gmarquis “The Stallion” 2 yrs now it’s a system car 2-custom made 15’s with 250 U.S Alt, 2 batts XSpower d7500’s just to say the least. Wife and I just bought a 94 interceptor “ haven’t named it “ just got it today. Just subscribed so you’ll be hearing from me now and then. Don’t have any real questions yet but I think if I do this is a good place to ask. I want to collect Panthers I’ve got a thing for them now :) there’s a few channels about Vic’s I can be loyal to three so one more to subscribe to and I should be good :)
If a Ford Ranger has been described as a car with a truck body the crown vic is a truck with a car body The way i describe a vics road feel is its basically like driving a lowered truck without looking stupid like a lowered truck. These things arent "floaty" like a lot of the big cars were which is what i like
You forgot to mention rear right side bearing and axle, the heating core, temperature sensor, throttle body, burning engine oil after 100000 miles (161000 Km). Odometer display disappears. Bad for driving in snowy conditions unless you have studded tires and some weight in the trunk. I am a Crown Vic. veteran since 1998. I still have two 2011's.
Well honestly if one could afford a lambo they could easily buy themselves a crown vic as well as a lambo and not even notice what they paid for the vic
Get an old 94 to 96 caprice 9c1 and it dominates this on all the aspects you mentioned, it's funny, I gotta roadmaster that will walk a vic with 2.56 rear end! Not even tow package or 3.08 which came in the 9c1s
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I have seen a Lot of crown victoria videos,but you are number one.
kevin bruck
Wow!!...............
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Ps. Look up Gene Kim
@@dochvtech22 last time I checked that is not a Crown Vic video
Fuck this guy he raised the prices on them
I want to build a hellcat slaying vic. Also will autocross it
for me the xbox mic 🎙 made it a 10
As a police officer, I can say those Vics were tanks! We use to beat the hell out of them, and they started up everytime. The new interceptors are viable replacements, but they are not Vics! Good vid!
Panther tank, Panther platform
Developed as a part of the German and US joint tank program.
Not to mention the new beautiful looking Ford explorer interceptors are getting sold off so cheap because a water pump issue I was not aware of and lucky avoided by purchasing a 05 p71 for 2k
Crown victoria is king off all.
I owned a 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis that my parents took possession of, slighly before giving it back. I paid the bill each month,
It got the front end ripped off by a semi in 2010 and I almost died. Saved my life.
Absolutely. The greatest car ever made by miles.
@@robf93 Grand Marqs are gorgeous looking cars. :)
all white '06 unmarked , brand new transmission/ all for under 1200. Best bang for your buck on the entire car market.
That's good to know, I'm in Australia and I'm looking at coming over to get 2 crown vic's for personal use here in Australia, as we do not have them
ive heard its hard to get them out of america/canada.
Probably will cost more to ship them lol. Good luck
Nah, the import tax here in Australia is through the roof, I have an idea to get them here that won't cost me too much, that and I'm planning on converting them to right hand drive, (that's what we have here), that and I'll need a few spare parts
whoah. do post videos, that would be an interesting conversation to watch.
I might just do that, my plan is to get the same year model Aussie Ford Falcon and get the interior into the crown Vic, that way I can save money and have it right hand drive, so hopefully it goes well and it all fits, otherwise I'll have to try and make a right hand drive version of the original to make it fit
I work on cop cars , I can safely say it was better than the new replacement the Dodge charger, Chevy caprice.
New replacement
Our highway patrol has been using HEMI powered Chargers since 2006, and the officers love them. Besides being faster, and better handling than the Crown Vics, officers say that they are just as durable, which makes sense, since both the HEMI and the NAG1 tranmission are bulletproof.
Howard Jr. Ford that dude works on cop cars, he knows. crown vic is still better as a cop car. newer cars are so fake
@@MURDACIDEBOY That's hilarious. The only thing that made it a good police car was that it was durable, other than that it sucked, it doesn't handle, and it is slow.
Howard Jr. Ford it still outlasts the new cars lol
this video is a 9/10, but what would make this a 10 is if you didnt use an Xbox mic, 😂.
Officer702 😂😭
Oh my😂😂😂🤣
🤣
Lol
Nah that makes this 10x better
The best part about most of those problems is that once you replace the parts (such as the alternator or trans) you shouldn't have problems cause you aren't likely to abuse it like the police force did so it'll last a long time
Oh as soon as he finished that list, I realized damn... that's an easy list of things to replace honestly. Transmission being the most time consuming but if that's the worst, then hot damn lol
@@SirEpifire exactly
@@SirEpifirebro to a 20 year old kid wit a dream a tranny is a lot to replace😭😭😭
wrecked an 06 mustang got depressed and broke, had $800 for a car and man oh man never in a million year thought i would love a car more than the mustang im proud owner of 99 crown vic from OC sheriff 90k miles
Orange County, California? If so, where do you go to get one?
@@dorianbush555 gaynors at beach and orangewood gets em a lot and most of the little places that get their cars from auctions large dealers wont have em but gaynors are the homies
That’s why it’s even called the Crown Vic...it wears the Crown and has yet to be dethroned! 😍👍
But production did stop in 2011 now the newest you can get is 7 years old I have driven them for 20 years even have a 2011 hit a bare in an 01 that still drove after that lol they are strong well built machines that if cared for will last forever but ford has ofically dethroned them as of 2011 and now the mustang gt is a 5.0 they completely stoped building the 4.6 all together º~º
Crown VicTORIOUS
I’m 14 I’m saving up for one of these, I love them.
❤️👏
How's it going
@@unashamed6457 yeah, he probably forgot about this. I really want one though.
Did you get it
I have a 2008. I love my crown vic. Greetings from germany.
Ich habe mir 2016 auch einen aus den USA geholt, Bj. 2011 in Schwarz. Ich liebe dieses Auto!
I have an 08 as well, absolutely amazing
how did you get a crown vic there? I thought the EUs overbearing regulations would never let people import a car like this
@@P7777-u7r there is no probleme here in germany.
I'm getting a 08 this friday
I currently own a 2004 CVPI that was a county constable slicktop with no holes on the roof or the trunk and I love it even though the trans is blown out. Trying to save up the funds to try to get it rebuilt.
Many of those problems you refer to, can be eased by buying either a civilian Crown Victoria,
a Mercury Grand Marquis, or a police model used by high ranking officers, fire marshals, or detectives.
The National Park Police also used Crown Victorias, and those cars had an easier life than
a city, county, or state police patrol unit.
I have one with 11000 hours on it the other one has over 9000 hours on it no fuckin problem anything you have to do for it is so fuckin worth it don't be afraid of it the one wit11000 hours it is the smoothest best running car I have had this century and I love them
wear and tear induced by extended service conditions and circumstance are not defects.
I have a 2011 crown Vic. It’s my second one. I can back what you said about the car it’s easy and fun to drive, easy to maintain , tons of customization options and more. This car rocks the highway, with cruise control set at 65-70, no one will be in your way. I had the fun of building my own center console with a radio and armrest vision built in, looks badass and it’s something you’d never be able to do in a more normal car. The seats are so comfortable it makes a long trip feel like you’re relaxing on a sofa. The interior besides that is extremely basic and black plastic. In the future I think it would be cool to replace all the black plastic trim with a softer material from a normal civilian Vic. So many things about this car that just amazes me. Idc what people call me driving this thing, wacker, grandpa, etc. I don’t care I love driving my land yacht.
I picked up a 2003 in 2008, I have put $ 3,000 in over the last 10 years and put 290,000 miles on it, love the car. Great Video
Is the 2003 a good year for a vic I'm about to buy one
@@joshcoleman2968 The manifold may need to be replace, , Ford has a recall on the rear end, it's free.
Last real car ever made
What about the Avenger?
moonbeamskies No.
@@waktosha7378 It's good too.
@@moonbeamskies3346 no, no it isn't.
Commodore?
This car looks so amazing in black or grey...
I want to buy one and add a supercharger to it
Sergio González Torres Metallic Grey
Black looks like a gangsta car.
ive got a grey, but cant afford a pushbar or spotlight to finish the look :(
the county I bought it from ripped out just about everything they could, guess they dont have much money
WarDuck Tank Co. might buy a white one 2005 model
Went out one day to buy a truck and I ended up coming back with an all black 99 p71 best choice I’ve ever made I love it
Is a crown Vic good for a first car? I'm in highschool and I have to pay for everything myself like the car, fixing it, monthly payments ect.
andrew ryan Yes it is a good first car. If you get one, you ought to keep it for the rest of your life.
I have one for my first car had it in high school (just got out of that hell a few months ago) and it was a pretty good choice
Theyre easy to work on yourself which is good because if youre anything like my situation you cant really afford to take it to a shop
I’m 16 almost 17, I got mine on my 16th birthday and I’ve had nothing but joy in my 2010. Only downside is that it’s an automatic, and the MPG isn’t very good
A vic can be manual swapped (im saving to manual swap mine) which will improve mpg a bit too
lower mileage is a fair trade off for me though because most of my driving is driving on a 2 lane highway and this is a much better highway car than my moms focus or most of the 4 cylinder cars people my age who live in town have (because really a vic is one of the only affordable v8s to my age bracket in my area at least unless youre going for old trucks)
@@t.j.softich2553 Do not get rid of it! repeat do not!
I've always wanted to get an old cop car ever since I saw The Blues Brothers!
I have the Grand Marquis version. Too big for the roads of France, but I love this car!
I had a grand marquise and a 77 LTD ex squad. Planned a short trip with girlfriend and told her have to take LTD cause marquise in shop. She said good though couldn't understand why. Picked her up and she lights a cigarette. OH, that's why, I didn't let her smoke in the marquise.
I liked the marquise but the 302 engine a little small. It was always working lowering mpg and shortening its life. A 351 would have wasted gas but lasted alot longer.
I bought one last year in March with the guidance of your videos and I still watch these “before you buy” videos 🤷🏻♂️
Thanks for the guide. I bought a 96 last year, and need a 2nd vehicle now. Going to an auction this weekend to look at a 2010 Crown vic as a possible 2nd vehicle for winter.
Ahem
Canadian made
St.Thomas, Ontario, Canada.
American designed but Canada, USA not much difference, Canada European knockoff of USA.
North American made
not mine ....mine is a made in usa crown vic ....but yes 50% of them were made in canada as well as half all the motors....but not mine
@@kevinlivers5216 All Crown Victorias were made in Canada. At least the 98-11 models were.
I bought a 2001 crown vic today. Feels good.
The headlight module dying and shutting off all headlights is awesome too
I own a 07 crown Victoria p71 and it is a BEAST and one the most American made car
I have a 05 with the 250 hp motor and 355 gears. All stock with bullet proof doors and stab proof seats. Black unmarked but it needs repainted I'm thinking brown or gold MAYBE a dark red and a supercharger and a 5 speed and GT wheels.
Blood Bath i have an 05 the bullet proof doors I believe are 06 and up
james McDonald probably has an 06 through the vin. I have a 2002 ford expedition made in 2003. Ikr weird
@@iiSup3rior it's 05 I think the last owner put that in it.
You know someone actually converted a crown Vic interceptor into a 1969 Dodge charger dukes of Hazzard car thanks to the body on frame.
Insane
Link?
The peaking of the microphone! God damn!
Thanks so much man. Much respect for you and your channel and honesty. Thinking of getting one most likely the cheapest 2001 or 2005 i can get. Your channel and information really inspired me even more to achieve this new build. Keep fucking rocking bruh💯
Great video OG. I feel like you held back for the sake of keeping the video short. But great great video. All hail the CROWN VIC!!!!
I've had my Vic for 17 years just a few ajustments great car 🚕🚓😎👍
@TheSushiraw bad on gas
My dad talked me out of buying an El Camino for my first car and getting an '06 Crown Vic PI instead. Definitely one of the best decisions I have ever made. I've had it for almost two years now and it's treated me very well.
How’s it holding up?
@@ericb3255 I just passed 273k miles on the engine and it's still going strong. August made 5 years now that I've been driving it.
@@charlie1427 Reccomend a specific year for a first time crown vic buyer?
@@premiumc2282 It totally depends on what body style you prefer tbh. They're all really solid cars and the quirks of each year are well known so I'd just suggest find the body style you like and what year it is then read up on known issues. I love my 06. The only money I've spent on it really has been for routine maintenance.
2:55 For those who don’t know, that quote is a reference to barricade from transformers
I had a Crown Victoria several years ago and I loved that car, but it wouldn't pass inspection because of emissions systems problems. But if found one in good shape I'd buy it on the spot.
This Car is my dream. still saving up for one in my area ^^
They used a mechanical throttle body until the 2005 model year. the upgrade to 255 horsepower was in 2004. Plus in 2003, they got a revised frame design, which was both stronger amd lighter. 2004 is the best model year hands down.
I drive a 2004 p71. Do not under estimate the take off out of the hole. Broke the spare tire bracket in the trunk first time I punched it from a stand still.
So from what you're saying, if you buy a P71 police Interceptor you should immediately just change out the alternator to a new one and the passenger side power window motor and switch ?
You know what , I like this video
You go right to the point
Bought a 2001 CV, 74,000 miles (not a p1), for $400 from someone who just thought it was an "old car." I LOVE THIS CAR...keeping it for life!!!!
never thought I'd see a MGS reference in a Crown Vic video before today, automatic like
I have a 2007 Gran Marquis same basic platform I drove while in the NHP with the Crown Vic. Love these cars!
I had a 2005 CVPI. One thing I learned the hard way, is that many PDs bought their fleet of Crown Vics "Keyed Alike", and there are only a handful of different keys when ordered alike. This may have made it very easy to steal my car in broad daylight. I eventually threw away the key, so I cannot confirm that mine was one, but it makes a lot of sense. If I were to get another, I would put in a hidden kill switch. Check the number stamped on the key and look here and if it matches one of these it is a fleet key:
1284X
0151X
1294X
0576X
1435X
0135X
You can get a replacement cylinder lock and ignition key. You can change the tumblers. Same with the door locks.
@@davidyoung8521 I might have done that if I knew these keys exist.
Curious why 2010 & 2011 is a good year to buy? I’m aware of the drive by wire in the earlier models, but not sure what sets the 2010 & 11 apart?
i've had 3, should i buy another?
i have 2, and yes, you should
Yes
I'm selling a 2010 with 25,000 original miles
Yes. If not to use them, then to restore them and keep them operating.
The Crown Vic is one of the last of the old guard good quality cars riding around these days. The last blast from the past that makes me smile when i see em. Keep them alive.
@@ao7777777 how much
What was the issue with 2009 models?
I'm getting a Crown Victoria 2007 P73, or if I can get a better deal from car dealership on a 2011 Crown Victoria P71 . Forever love Ford Crown Victoria's.
I just bought one today. I'm glad I stumbled on your channel
Thats why I brought it for a second time and had to put a trans in the one I got now brought it like that and fixed her up crown Vic the best American made 4 door body on from RWD
I have a 2010 crown vic and it is by far the best car i have ever had. 2 year 189,000 miles and still running like a champ.
The 07s & 08s had a slightly stronger transmission than 2009-2011 since 2009+ had a weaker Trans bearing. But as you mentioned every trans is a ticking time bomb if it was an in service car.
Every automatic transmission is a ticking time bomb period
Please explain P74 P7b in the vin number. I'm ready to buy one and I look for P71 in the vin but I'm told that P7b and P74 are also police packages?
This car is definitely one of my dream cars. I look forward to purchasing one soon
I'm definitely getting a vic as my first car
Just bought a one two months ago off craigslist. 2007 silver 111, 000 miles. Had the wipers and abs fixed.
I have a 2005 P71Interceptor. It now has 204 thousand miles on it and it's still ruling the road 😎 indestructible
I own an 03. I honestly cant believe it still runs. Replaced the intake manifold. Finallly getting an exhaust manifold leak. Super easy fix.
I just bought a 2009 crown vic, absolutely love that car. Best 5500 I've ever spent.
As a retired provincial constable for its entire production, the Crown Victoria was produced by Ford Canada alongside the Grand Marquis at St. Thomas Assembly in Southwold, Ontario 🇨🇦. Not in the United States of America
Man I can't wait to get one of these. Ive wanted one ever since I played one of the older need for speed games, but sadly I'm 17 and have to buy it and the insurance myself, but the problem is that I broke my collarbone recently, so I have to wait for that to heal before I get a job.
Miss the he’ll outta mine! Vicky was a 03. Only thing is that they are made in Canada, n also allium drive shaft. Love the vid! Didn’t know about the truck frame.
What don't we like about the '08 and '09? They got the 17's and electronic throttle control in '06 and the only real difference between '09 and '10 are the grease fittings for the suspension. So just wondering, thanks!
I am not from USA, but my dream car is a Crown Victoria. I don't know why, but I like it a lot. I hope if I live in your country, I will buy this Ford model.
Love them best car I ever bought. Best 600 bucks I ever spent 3 years later still runs like the day I bought it. The Vic is King!!!!!!!!
I want one really bad, having one with a 5 or 6 speed manual would truly be something as well
I am probably wrong but I feel like that could be possible considering the 2v 4.6 is a mustang engine and they had a manual transmission option so im sure there's a conversion
@@cainhager9814 Yes i guess that should be possible, though on second thought a 4 speed slush box is really nice
I’m actually buying a 2005 this month and I’m super excited
The snakes reference helped me understand so much better
I've been looking for a Crown Vic. that still has the spot light a Push Bar! Garge Find Gramp's was a Retired cop and they let him keep his Cruiser! I paid $2,500 for a 1998 with a 134,000 Miles!! Runs Mint too!! :)
I LOVE the Vic. drives so smooth and feels the same at any speed over 25 MPH. Another upside is no one will beat you off the light, fear strikes them if they think you are a cop. That happened to me a few times. I told a friend of mine who is a policeman about it and he rolled out laughing. He knows I drove with a white shirt and my truckers headset, not to try to look like a cop, I just liked white shirts.
I'm planning to buy a 2009 Ford Crown Vic and was wondering why you didn't mention 2009 as one of the better year models.
Did you buy one ?
YES!!! I love how you used Metal Gear as a reference 👍
Just stumbled on this while looking for a Vic/Town Car/Grand Marquis/Maurader as a new teen driver aimed at the mercury or Lincoln.
pissed at what you said about the Maurader, but tbf that was a good roast so I'll let it slide
I had a 97 Crown Vic Police Interceptor and I must say I wish I still had it smooth ride powerful engine.
thanks I'm going to import one to Australia when I'm 21 and now u make me want to have one even more
I have had a 2003 LX Sport for about 2 months now and I love it.
Always loved those Crown Vic Police Interceptors and always will!
Best to get a detective model if possible. They are good cars. I'm a chevy guy and prefer the police Impala BUT I would never deny the very capable crown vic. I just love police cars. Many people don't realize how much better they are built.
Dude sold me with the MGS reference
Pickup my 03 CVPI tomorrow, drive by wire, but still a locking 3.55s in the rear, FLOOR SHIFTER and LEATHER. This one never saw police/fire/taxi duty, and it's perplexing to me why it exists lol
I just bought my 2011 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor on the 13th. I am obsessed with the car. I bought it with 144K miles on it and 2200 Idle Hours. It came from the Paulding County Sheriff's Office in Ohio. My car was a prisoner transport car. You are one of the biggest influences on my decision to buy my crown vic. It is an all black car with tan interior. Videos featuring the car will be coming to my channel soon.
Bought it for $3,500, had to replace most of the lights, the wiper blades, the ticket light that was removed, and the air filter. It still needs new front brakes and rotors.
And now it belongs to a furry which is even worse
There not that expensive either . You left that out. They make good cars really I think. For the money you can bet it . They do like gas though .
Its not thirsty compared to many other V8s though. In comparison with only other v8 vehicles it actually gets good mileage
I live where every other person has a pickup truck and i think i get better mileage then most people here because of that. These vics are decently aerodynamic and low to the ground helps too
@@P7777-u7r could be. I just figured it had eight cylinder so it must like gas. Mine only has six and it loves gas. Still I would like to have one in good shape.
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Basically a crown Victoria is an f-150 pickup truck I have been told that you can take the body off of the frame and mount it under a pickup motor and all.
@@benjimenfranklin7650 it has amazing gas mileage considering it’s a v8 18 miles city and 25 highway
@@zuzuke.. that is very good for a v8 .
My 06 Mercury Grand Marquis is great car bought it last year with no problems on it have 165k+ on it still going strong and so damn comfortable and fun to drive love it to bad it is a rear wheel drive through
Awesome I just got me a 2011crown vick police interceptor and it was a transporter car with low miles and super clean
Friend: "What the hell are you going to do with a car like this?"
Me: *Cranks up Bob Marley's Bad Boys*
I had an 05 P71. 126k for 1100. All white, Go rhino push bar, 5% tint all around, 35% windshield. I remember my first time driving in the rain and how easy it was to kick the rear end out
comfortable & rugged they are....makes them great Taxis too...although much slower than my old 1968 Fury 1 Police 440 cubic inch....
They are good cars had a 89 very solid with no problems until it was wrecked in Annapolis and never ran right since
I’ve had a 97 Gmarquis “The Stallion” 2 yrs now it’s a system car 2-custom made 15’s with 250 U.S Alt, 2 batts XSpower d7500’s just to say the least. Wife and I just bought a 94 interceptor “ haven’t named it “ just got it today. Just subscribed so you’ll be hearing from me now and then. Don’t have any real questions yet but I think if I do this is a good place to ask. I want to collect Panthers I’ve got a thing for them now :) there’s a few channels about Vic’s I can be loyal to three so one more to subscribe to and I should be good :)
I had an 04 P71, LOVED IT
Makes me miss my 03 Grand Marquis I got for 500 bucks with 295k miles. Funny thing is is the front passenger window motor is the one that went bad
Thanks for all the useful information.
Best video ever 😃
This is my dream car. I'll get a CVPI one day.
normally i dont like the look of these but the one in this is pretty sweet
If a Ford Ranger has been described as a car with a truck body the crown vic is a truck with a car body
The way i describe a vics road feel is its basically like driving a lowered truck without looking stupid like a lowered truck. These things arent "floaty" like a lot of the big cars were which is what i like
You forgot to mention rear right side bearing and axle, the heating core, temperature sensor, throttle body, burning engine oil after 100000 miles (161000 Km). Odometer display disappears. Bad for driving in snowy conditions unless you have studded tires and some weight in the trunk. I am a Crown Vic. veteran since 1998. I still have two 2011's.
I’m all in man. ! Hit more info about to fix up the crown Vic or what you did to your crown Vic and why
*I'D rather have a crown Vic over a LAMBORGHINI*
Weak
VEHICLE VIOLENCE in Soviet Russia... oh wait, whoever I was talking to starved to death
NOTE: original comment read "In Soviet Russia, a Crown Vic drives you!"
Well honestly if one could afford a lambo they could easily buy themselves a crown vic as well as a lambo and not even notice what they paid for the vic
@@P7777-u7r yeah that's right
I have a 94 and I love it
Get an old 94 to 96 caprice 9c1 and it dominates this on all the aspects you mentioned, it's funny, I gotta roadmaster that will walk a vic with 2.56 rear end! Not even tow package or 3.08 which came in the 9c1s