This is the 318 wide-block (Canadian) engine... A very sturdy design that was very effective in crowded cities and had good performance, and used less fuel than the big blocks... Great cars!!!!
A really humble man, and that plaque with the names of the officers on it is definitely noteworthy. I may not be old, american or have any links to the police service but I have a lot of respect for officers who have died in the line of duty, working to protect the people. This guy probably has a lot of stories to tell, but I could talk to him all day about anything, he comes across as a very genuine and honest person :)
@John Rayne The Sarcasm side of the force is strong with this young Padawan, Use your powers wisely John a galaxies fate rests on your shoulders..... *Starts the Star Wars Theme* Thanks for having a more positive outlook on life and giving me a laugh, it feels good to know that others can see the funny side of things :) May your wheels keep on turning and your steering stay straight! Take care dude, and all the best to you & your family, from one car fan to another. Peace :)
Absolutely love the car. Loved Mr. Iversons story and background. And I like the fact that he didn't try to hide his lack of detailed knowledge on the engine. He knows some things but not everything or at least remember everything. The simplicity of the car just adds to the beauty. And it looks as though she has a good home too. Love the show, love the episode. And my heart goes out to the families of the fallen officers mentioned. And to all fallen members of Law Enforcement. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!!!
@@sameerdeshpande6360 I would definitely like to see that. Even something on modern Cummuter cars. I know it's totally off topic and not as impressive, but it would be nice to see more cars that the everyman/woman drives instead of high end sports cars that the average person will never have.
This was probably one of the more respectable reviews I had the pleasure of seeing, just some old reminiscing and cool car talk. Not like the Drako GTE guy with his snake oil
I was much more entertained with the discussion between the men and all about what it was like back then than with the car. Old warriors tell the best tales.
Fred! I am so happy for you to meet and show your car off to Jay Leno! I remember when you got this car! I even have a picture that you took with me next to it! Very awesome that a segment was done with you two! I know you will cherish it! Well done!
@@donaldedwards4744 You might know my mother - Patti Hikade. She was best friends with Fred and Carol back in Sylmar High School. Carol passed away about 15-20 years ago, but she is still great friends with Fred to this day.
Love the styling of the 1966. My Dad bought a 1965 at the end of the model year. When the 1966 Coronet came out, I remember him saying; "I wish that we had waited, and got the 1966." The engine looks like a 318 "poly head," which would have been the last year for that engine. When patrolling out in the desert, they probably carried water too. One time my brother and I were stranded near Littlerock, CA, with an over heated engine. A CHP soon arrived to help. He must have had about 20 gallons of water in his trunk. This CHP was driving a 1968 Dodge Polara. Another favorite Mopar. He helped us get the car cooled down, and back on our way. I have great respect for the men and women that serve us.
I got my dream cop car in the mid 90s, a 1986 Caprice. I presumed that it was going to be fast, but I had to build an engine to give it some giddyup. They were all about heavy duty durability. Big brakes, HD suspension, HD radiator, engine oil cooler, extra trans cooler, big alternator, I don't remember what else. It had everything except performance. I probably could have got all of the same equipment in a Caprice taxi cab. And still only be 1/2 as cool as this Coronet.
That Chrysler starter sound, watch old TV and movies from the 60s through the 80s. It must have been the only starter sound effect Hollywood had. Didn't matter if the actor was starting a Dodge, a Chevy or a Bentley. The only sound you ever heard was a Chrysler starter. I still laugh every time I hear it.
That starter sound... Wow that takes me back. Had a 76 satellite cop car with the 318. It was a real slug. 😄. Started every time I turned the key though.
I remember going with my family in 1967 to the Chrysler Dodge dealership and my parents bought a new white Coronet 440 with the 318cu inch V8 right off the showroom floor...for us it was a great day!
@@eilrahc1967 Jay has a lot of facts and knowledge about a LOT of different cars and motorcycles floating around upstairs. A small percentage of it is erroneous but he has a whole bunch of correct info up there too.
@Jason Bouphasavanh This comment was not ment for you. The original poster best me to the punch about the poly engine. I have no clue as to what your tripping on. Peace be with you.
The radiator looked like the one in my '66 Barracuda (and many other Chryslers products I had back then. Also, the 273 in my Barracuda must have had a wedge head like later 318s. (Plugs tilted toward each other in pairs.)
Nearly didn't watch... Now I'm glad I did. Wonderful to hear experiences from a man of honour and dignity... Yip, those were the days when men were men and women were still grateful. 👍
@@MrDgwphotos hate to break it to you but police, as an institution, have always been corrupt and this is coming from someone who's father was a detective in their local PD and he left being a cop because of the corruption.
there never was those days, except insomuch as the perception of it was reinforced by straight white men because they had to elevate their own sense of status and control.
my father has a 1951 2 door pontiac cheiftan police car with the chevy blue flame engine the big door spotlight and all the heavy duty parts ..our local museum has been bothering my father for it for years..
The '57 Coronet in highway patrol is one of my favourite all time cars . it has been said that they would only let Broderick Crawford drive in the morning so they shot the driving scenes in the morning , since by the afternoon he would usually be to sauced .
Yes truly a great guy.Thanks for sharing such an amazing history lesson ,both about the car and thanks too Fred Iversen for a brilliant walk down a long forgotten memory lane...for some people...Must i say..the input her made me believe that there are people out there doing the best they can...and some more..Thanks again.
Great video and tribute to what these cars were like for our law enforcement personnel. My 66 Coronet 500 was born with a 273. Not enough motor for such a big car but was the first step up from a Slant 6. Thank you, Jay.
The living dead. Nowadays you have them everywhere and with years we get more and more of them. Those are the people who follow the flawed system and are too busy chasing artificial lifestyle, constantly checking their phones etc. The smartphone zombie cityots/sheepsters. The irony of using a "smartphone" for the stupidest things. It's one of those moments when you could laugh and cry at the same time feeling sorry for their lost souls.
”Trying to go home again"... yeah man, I understand. I got a Pam Bardahl clock that my pop had, out in the garage when I was a kid. Every time I look at it I can smell the cold air on his jacket when he came in. He died when I was seven... can't go back, but it's real nice to remember.
I had the honor of working with Fred Iverson in his later years at the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept. We worked with each other at the Van Nuys Superior Court Building late '94 to January '98. As I got up in years with the Department, all these great Deputies like Fred all retired and I sure missed them all. Now, I'm retired and loving it!
Hey Jay. Another awesome video. This has always been my favourite year for the Dodge Coronet, 1966. I also loved the 1967 Coronet. I remember seeing cars like this when I was a boy in the 1970s. My favourite cars are police cars and taxi cabs. Anything that's purposefully built for the job.
When l first went to work our....Patrol car were Chevy's,,The seat was so worn out we had to sit on a stack of news papers for a seat no joke....That was back in the early 1970's....Thank's Jay..!
I tried to buy one of these around 1970 at a used car lot. I got baited and switched and they tried to sell me a beat up one vs. the nice one they originally showed me. Fast forward about ten years and I bought a Coronet 500 with a 318 from a friend of mine. It had what they called the "Coke bottle sides" . It was owned by his grandfather but his wife hated it. You pointed the car. Zero steering feedback. The seat belt kept me from sliding out of the flat "bucket seat". I can only imagine what it'd be with a bench seat. You'd have to wear the belt to avoid sliding across it. Most cop cars then had the 383s. It had what we called the "Juan Corona sized trunk". I could put my snow skis in it. You could adjust the torsion bars in the front to stiffen it up and it'd rise a bit. The 318 was a "WB" variety (wide block) that was used in Dodge trucks in my car. Rather interesting. It wasn't really that powerful compared to the better 383. In the end, I ended up selling it back to my friend after about 15 years. He was going to rebuild it but never actually did.
I always loved the look of the Dodge Coronet's. The rear end is So awesome looking an just like the Plymouth Road Runner too. MOPAR !!!!!!!!!! Thanks for showing this awesome looking Dodge Coronet Police Car , Mr. Leno !!!!!!!!!!
I drive a 2008 Ford Crown Vic PI with the Agency I serve with. A lot of other officers have the Taurus, Explorer, Tahoe, and Charger. I prefer to hang onto the Crown Vic as long as I can. Thanks for your service Deputy Iverson.
I had a 1989 Dodge Diplomat police car, formerly an unmarked Sacramento PD Lt's car. It could go 150 mph nut it was a gas hog and we could never get it to pass smog. Needed a new EGR valve. If I still had it, I would get it fixed but it got about 9 miles per gallon but was great to drive. All dark blue and still had the push bars on it when I bought it. It came with NO police lights at all.
@@Vfh........y Hot Rod magazine has an article where two guys say with modifications they can get a 1989 Diplomat to hit 150 & match the 1969 Dodge Polara police car. While the speedometer said 120, it could easily go a lot faster and did. I drove it between Concord, Ca & Livermore, Ca. many times and out there people drive way over the speed limit even with the CHP hovering around. If you drive 65 you take a chance of getting hit for going to slow. The speedometer said 150 as the max. And one day I had to hit 100 to keep up with people tailgating me constantly when an old lady in a white van passed me like I was standing still. Another day, I had to be somewhere in 15 minutes or I would be charged with being late. I floored it and looking for cops and red lights and traffic, I hit it and made the trip in 11 minutes. The car had power and the biggest engine Dodge offered at the time & I had bought it from a junkyard that still sells old police cars in his area. We drove the car once all the way down to Orange County in back. It took $300 in gas because it sucked up gas like water. I don't lie about what I write. Oh, by the way, we now own a Prius and late one night with no one on the freeway & with my girlfriend in the seat next to me, I decided to see how fast it could go. I went into a curve and hit 105 mph with her yelling at me to slow down & me laughing all the way. It was way after midnight and I only did it once. As I recall the land speed record with a modified Prius is 125. I was helped that I once hung out with a professional race driver and we had gone to school together so I know how to drive fast and safe. I think I picked up a bit of skill from my Father too. He ran bootleg booze for Al Capone in trucks from Erie to Pittsburgh when he was 17 and once drove 800 miles in one day and drove someone in his cab from Pittsburgh to NYC in a blizzard as the man had to be in New York for a meeting & nothing was flying, no trains, and the roads were empty. He got paid $1000 and a hefty tip for the run in the 1950's when I was about 5. I'm 67 now.
@@pho3nix- I took the ones off of the Diplomat to save on gas. And my girlfriend had trouble seeing when she drove it because they got in her line of sight.
@@Vfh........y Allpar.com says at the end of the run in 1988 & 1989, Diplomats got special engine packages and were used as drug interdiction cars with speeds approaching 145 mph.
Yeah very cool. Today the trunk has a video vault, siren system, main radio and the road side flares, traffic cones, shovel, etc,etc... The cabin has a radio control head, siren control, radar, licence reader, printer & the Panasonic Tough Book. Of course you can't dismiss the Silent Patrol Man, Shotgun & Carbine Rifle. Awesome show. Thanks Jay.
'75 Plymouth Fury.Kentucky State Trooper car.400 Hi-Po.Almost 400lb lead in lower frames so it 'drifted'and didn't flip.I wish I still had it.I'll find something someday,that's similar.There's really nothing like the Dodge,and Plymouth cruisers.That gentleman did that vehicle so well.Kudos Sir.
Hi Jay. Love this video. It reached me on so many levels. I loved the commentary from the owner, and the perspective of the policeman in the 1960's. I particularly liked the comment about the car that struck fear into you when it appeared in your rear view mirror. I obtained my driving licence in 1982, and here in Western Australia the 'then' police cars were the 5.8L (351) XD Ford Falcons. Watching your video brought back many memories of the Falcons' worrying the daylights out of the young blokes in my generation. At the same time, I was employed as an apprentice Auto electrician. Those reduction drive Prestolite starter motors that had been fitted to the early 1960's Valiants were wearing out. As I recall they could be a bit tricky to overhaul, but Man, that unique Chrysler starter motor sound when they were working! Interesting to note the electrics for the siren. Our police cars here were never fitted with such 'hefty' units, and so required a lot less capacity in the wiring. I've watched many of your videos, and have just recently subscribed. Loving the variety of your content. Cheers, Rob
I find it hard to believe that back in a day most cars in the west especially service vehicles didn't had some sort of air conditioner. Here in Europe every service car had a gas heater for winter times and a fan unit hooked onto a extra battery for summertime. It was a norm. Seeing cars in the west I could not imagine the struggle sitting and cooking my self or in a car while on duty. Granted most times you could survive winter because there is a "block" that enables heat from the engine to pass through the cabin but for that you need to run your car all the time. But at summertime not cooling down that is just pain.
Ok here's how it was in ca back in 70 ac on a car was super expensive in the sixties however as more and more people wanted ac by th 70s the cost started to drop I believe 1970 was first year for hp to have air cond.
Actually it was very common for the smaller departments to buy the stripped down versions for police duty. It was only the ones with money that got the options. In many departments the policy was to start the engine at the start of the shift and shut it off at the end.
That car beings back memories! When I was a kid in the late 60's World Champion owner/driver of the "Custom Body Enterprises" funny car Fred Castronova lived near me and had a Coronet that was black on black with dog dish hubcaps had a full house hemi built by Keith Black under the hood. The car was a " sleeper" but the deep rumble of the exhaust coming out of the header mufflers gave it away.
In Downers Grove, IL then - we had 3 but in 3 different solid colors. Bought from a Naperville, IL Dodge dealer - not the local Dodge dealer. A great, humble raconteur - this man!
Ahaha, finally i see on of your comments! Indeed..this guy ain't seen rust! Plus..sooo needs to ditch the bias ply tires and plop on like Cooper CS5 Ultra Touring tires. Springs are "squirelly" lol, no way the torsion bars are bad, but maybe a front end alignment, ball joints.. Rear? air shocks suck. Re arch the leaf springs & in addition add a leaf to get the right ride height/rake and spring rate back to about new. These cars handle better than anything else back then & can be as good as a new performance car..cept a better ride & feel than new cars. Plus far more wheel travel (more important than ppl realize..including carmakers today) not over damped as a lame way to have good "handling"..sure, on a glass smooth race track but not normal roads. The "Torsion-Aire ride" must be witnessed to be appreciated :D
Totally agree with all the comments about the unique starter noise. When I was a rookie officer, the first two cars I drove were the Plymouth Gran Fury and Dodge Van from the late 80’s. Both sounded just like this car. The Plymouth had the 318 and was a dog. The van/patrol wagon was basically a hollow steel can with a torquey 360 in it. That thing would leave other squads in the dust off the line.
I've owned three police cars in my life a 1982 LTD with a 351 Windsor and a variable Venture carburetor that's a blast from the past which was the fastest a 1984 Dodge Diplomat with a 318 a 2009 Crown Vic police interceptor solid cars !!!👮
@@scarbourgeoisie only for a few years, then they went back to Plymouth through '78, Dodge in '79, Plymouth in '80-'81, then Furd and Chebby for a good while,, now Dodge.
@@UnionThugg The original Adam-12 series was only aired till 1975. The show utilized various model year Plymouths and an AMC. as squad cars. No Fords or Chevys were featured.
I understand his sentiment. I took drivers ed with a 66 chevy four door Biscain [sp].No power steering, brakes and a two speed tranny. Passed with flying colors. Memories are great.
"It's got a cop motor, a 440 cubic inch plant, it's got cop tires, cop suspensions, cop shocks. It's a model made before catalytic converters so it'll run good on regular gas."
Golly I love this channel.. the history alone is just gold. Thank you to you Jay - and all you endeavor to put forth and share. It's just priceless.. Please carry on.
This was a very different episode, interesting to learn about police work from back in the 60's and 70's from someone who lived through it. Not a flashy car, but along with Fred and his stories made it great to watch. Is there anything automotive related that Jay doesn't know.... Moto Victrola... Motorola....
If you look at horse power for cop cars over the years it took 50 yrs for cop cars to match the Big block Mopar interceptor . 440 Dodge Polara with 375 HP.
Jay - “ the interior is just like my car... but mine has the hemi.”
Savage.
Thomas Smith who could?
Jay just spews legendary lines like that out all the time
Jay: Baby I got old Coronet
oh
With a HEMI
*panty drop
@@justaguy2738 Tally how many times he's compared other cars to his F1. It's in the thousands.
This is the 318 wide-block (Canadian) engine... A very sturdy design that was very effective in crowded cities and had good performance, and used less fuel than the big blocks... Great cars!!!!
A really humble man, and that plaque with the names of the officers on it is definitely noteworthy.
I may not be old, american or have any links to the police service but I have a lot of respect for officers who have died in the line of duty, working to protect the people.
This guy probably has a lot of stories to tell, but I could talk to him all day about anything, he comes across as a very genuine and honest person :)
@ I have no idea what your reply is meant to say/suggest/indicate but thanks all same.
Have a nice day/evening wherever you are :)
@John Rayne The Sarcasm side of the force is strong with this young Padawan, Use your powers wisely John a galaxies fate rests on your shoulders.....
*Starts the Star Wars Theme*
Thanks for having a more positive outlook on life and giving me a laugh, it feels good to know that others can see the funny side of things :)
May your wheels keep on turning and your steering stay straight!
Take care dude, and all the best to you & your family, from one car fan to another.
Peace :)
I’m amazed at how sharp this gentleman is (Mr. Iversons). He doesn’t seem old at all.
Bem Partington really?
@@alecmcjarison999 : For an 80 year old guy, he means. If I'm that sharp at 80, I'll be amazed. Actually, I'll be amazed if I'm still alive at 80!
Bem Partington he is a liquid terminator from part 2
Gotta keep moving and learning. You deteriorate quickly if you don't
i felt that too
Absolutely love the car. Loved Mr. Iversons story and background. And I like the fact that he didn't try to hide his lack of detailed knowledge on the engine. He knows some things but not everything or at least remember everything. The simplicity of the car just adds to the beauty. And it looks as though she has a good home too. Love the show, love the episode. And my heart goes out to the families of the fallen officers mentioned. And to all fallen members of Law Enforcement. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!!!
Please do one episode on changing preference from steam engine to IC to electric on maintenance.
@@sameerdeshpande6360 I would definitely like to see that. Even something on modern Cummuter cars. I know it's totally off topic and not as impressive, but it would be nice to see more cars that the everyman/woman drives instead of high end sports cars that the average person will never have.
@@davidparker667 Cry harder.
This was probably one of the more respectable reviews I had the pleasure of seeing, just some old reminiscing and cool car talk. Not like the Drako GTE guy with his snake oil
That car was not at out right scam, but pretty darn close!
Lmao snake oil , sooo accurate !! Shiv sikand from drako is a total scammer lmao. This video was much more enjoyable and respectable!
just wait for the Tesla- ep....
Deviate There is nothing cool about that car and retired cops. Why do you think LA is broke?
@@fiouable Cry harder, Democrat.
Real nice guy. Glad he brought his car out.
"The difference between day shift and graveyard shift, is night and day"
cant argue with that
Here I thought I had a car historian and instead I got a comedian
at 17:28 approximately , if you are looking for it.
Haha!
“Dispatch we’ve got a guy doing 35 in a 30 zone.”
“Permission to ram.”
Fred Iversen. The most natural guest on Leno’s show that I can remember. Hallelujah. Nick.
Amen.
I was much more entertained with the discussion between the men and all about what it was like back then than with the car. Old warriors tell the best tales.
A little Scotch and a good Padron around a campfire can bring out the most astounding tales.
The more complex that cars today get, the more I love the simple and straight forward nature and build of cars like this.
I bet Mr Iversen has tons of interesting stories to share accumulated from his many years in law enforcement. I'd love to hear them.
Fred! I am so happy for you to meet and show your car off to Jay Leno! I remember when you got this car! I even have a picture that you took with me next to it! Very awesome that a segment was done with you two! I know you will cherish it! Well done!
Now that is COOL!
Just don't show this comment to his wife...
Debbie, you're pretty, at least your thumb nail!!!
Hi Debbie I went to Sylmar High School with Fred. I went to Sylmar High with his wife Carol(Farmer) Iverson. It was good to see Fred.
@@donaldedwards4744 You might know my mother - Patti Hikade. She was best friends with Fred and Carol back in Sylmar High School. Carol passed away about 15-20 years ago, but she is still great friends with Fred to this day.
Love the styling of the 1966. My Dad bought a 1965 at the end of the model year. When the 1966 Coronet came out, I remember him saying; "I wish that we had waited, and got the 1966."
The engine looks like a 318 "poly head," which would have been the last year for that engine.
When patrolling out in the desert, they probably carried water too. One time my brother and I were stranded near Littlerock, CA, with an over heated engine. A CHP soon arrived to help. He must have had about 20 gallons of water in his trunk. This CHP was driving a 1968 Dodge Polara. Another favorite Mopar.
He helped us get the car cooled down, and back on our way. I have great respect for the men and women that serve us.
I got my dream cop car in the mid 90s, a 1986 Caprice. I presumed that it was going to be fast, but I had to build an engine to give it some giddyup. They were all about heavy duty durability. Big brakes, HD suspension, HD radiator, engine oil cooler, extra trans cooler, big alternator, I don't remember what else. It had everything except performance. I probably could have got all of the same equipment in a Caprice taxi cab.
And still only be 1/2 as cool as this Coronet.
A very high majority of Caprice taxis were former police cars. The cab companies could save a lot of money buying them used over new.
I'm just like Jay, I always like the initial starter noise of a classic car. Kind of like the car's fingerprint.
Mopar= gear reduction drive.
That Chrysler starter sound, watch old TV and movies from the 60s through the 80s. It must have been the only starter sound effect Hollywood had. Didn't matter if the actor was starting a Dodge, a Chevy or a Bentley. The only sound you ever heard was a Chrysler starter. I still laugh every time I hear it.
@@1928ModelA1931 I remember that too ! Drove me crazy.
That starter sound... Wow that takes me back. Had a 76 satellite cop car with the 318. It was a real slug. 😄. Started every time I turned the key though.
'74 was the last year for the Satellite.Clint Eastwood loved using them in a lot of his '70's flicks.
@@231gnx memory fails me. Ok. 1974. Not really a mopar guy anyway. Only one I owned amongst 30 to to 40 cars I have had. 😕
The car was the Fury. Had a lot of that emissions crap if it was from California.
That sound is the gear reduction in the starter unique to mopar products back then .
@@frankdenardo8684 I distincly remember satellite badging.
I remember going with my family in 1967 to the Chrysler Dodge dealership and my parents bought a new white Coronet 440 with the 318cu inch V8 right off the showroom floor...for us it was a great day!
love the old police cars !! thank you for your service Mr Iversen !
That's one cool guy with a cool car to match
My dad was a LEO from 1971 to 2001. He saw a lot of crazy changes over the years.
oh yeah? Did he ever see someone get arrested?
I still re-arch springs. Just did 4 for an International Scout. I use a spring press with no heat. Works very well.
Jay that was an awesome interview please take care of that guy he is priceless thanks again enjoyed the video. Jan
Officer Iversen is a great guest. I enjoy listening to him and I appreciate his attitude. Very sharp guy. Makes me want a cop car.
That Coronet has a 318 with "Polyspheric" heads,1967 was the first year for the "wedge" heads.
Beat me to it! I have this car replete with the poly 318.
Jay couldn’t tell that it’s a 318 Poly? Scalloped valve covers and 2 bolts through the valve cover to attach it to the cylinder head.
@@eilrahc1967 Jay has a lot of facts and knowledge about a LOT of different cars and motorcycles floating around upstairs. A small percentage of it is erroneous but he has a whole bunch of correct info up there too.
@Jason Bouphasavanh This comment was not ment for you. The original poster best me to the punch about the poly engine. I have no clue as to what your tripping on. Peace be with you.
The radiator looked like the one in my '66 Barracuda (and many other Chryslers products I had back then. Also, the 273 in my Barracuda must have had a wedge head like later 318s. (Plugs tilted toward each other in pairs.)
Haha got Jay on 4/60 A/C!!! Can't believe Jay fell for that.
I like how the front side markers are hidden behind the beautiful grill's brightwork.
Jay finding out it doesn't have the 440, and just has the 318, 'Well it's got the big alternator'!
bionicman696 lol
Leese Neville alternator , 100 amp if I remember right .
Bio you cant outrun a radio and a helicopter
Nearly didn't watch... Now I'm glad I did. Wonderful to hear experiences from a man of honour and dignity... Yip, those were the days when men were men and women were still grateful. 👍
And police were treated with respect, because laws were actually enforced.
@@MrDgwphotos hate to break it to you but police, as an institution, have always been corrupt and this is coming from someone who's father was a detective in their local PD and he left being a cop because of the corruption.
there never was those days, except insomuch as the perception of it was reinforced by straight white men because they had to elevate their own sense of status and control.
my father has a 1951 2 door pontiac cheiftan police car with the chevy blue flame engine the big door spotlight and all the heavy duty parts ..our local museum has been bothering my father for it for years..
The '57 Coronet in highway patrol is one of my favourite all time cars . it has been said that they would only let Broderick Crawford drive in the morning so they shot the driving scenes in the morning , since by the afternoon he would usually be to sauced .
Yes truly a great guy.Thanks for sharing such an amazing history lesson ,both about the car and thanks too Fred Iversen for a brilliant walk down a long forgotten memory lane...for some people...Must i say..the input her made me believe that there are people out there doing the best they can...and some more..Thanks again.
Old school policing: "just ram 'em." Fred is pretty old school too - dignified and polite.
Old school is the best school
Wouldn't have the disrespectful Brats running around if they got thumped now & then!
@@mikeholubek4419 makes you wonder though, had the guy that hit him head on been rammed by police and was getting even?
Agree, talk softly, carry a big stick.
I love that there is a guy like Jay Leno preserving this kind of automotive (and cultural) history. Beautiful work!
“1Adam12, 1Adam12... A 4-15 fight group with chains and knives.”
Right. Where’s Malloy and Reed?
@@bcgrittner Malloy passed 5 years ago :-(
@@bcgrittnerMartin Miller passed away in 2014. Kent McCord is still with us.
awesome reference
Thanx for your serve man.
No matter how bad of a day I have had and I've had some pretty damn bad ones. Watching Jay Leno's garage make me forget the b******* and be happier
Great video and tribute to what these cars were like for our law enforcement personnel. My 66 Coronet 500 was born with a 273. Not enough motor for such a big car but was the first step up from a Slant 6. Thank you, Jay.
“I don’t like dead bodies”
“In L.A. you get use to it”
The living dead. Nowadays you have them everywhere and with years we get more and more of them. Those are the people who follow the flawed system and are too busy chasing artificial lifestyle, constantly checking their phones etc. The smartphone zombie cityots/sheepsters. The irony of using a "smartphone" for the stupidest things. It's one of those moments when you could laugh and cry at the same time feeling sorry for their lost souls.
@@darkond3523 well. That went deep.
I agree 100% though.
Darko ND oh shut up just because some people use their phones in an unhealthy way doesn’t mean they are all bad you just sound like some edgy teenager
hovanti how did you write this comment then?
@@bobbobbo8740 they might have used a desktop computer?
I love these videos with jay reminiscing about the old days and "war stories".
Very nice!!! Now this is a police car, a back in the day police car that is. It sure brings memories back of back in the day, very cool!
”Trying to go home again"... yeah man, I understand. I got a Pam Bardahl clock that my pop had, out in the garage when I was a kid.
Every time I look at it I can smell the cold air on his jacket when he came in.
He died when I was seven... can't go back, but it's real nice to remember.
My dad told me that the cops back in the 60s liked to say, "You can't outrun Motorola."
I had the honor of working with Fred Iverson in his later years at the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept. We worked with each other at the Van Nuys Superior Court Building late '94 to January '98. As I got up in years with the Department, all these great Deputies like Fred all retired and I sure missed them all. Now, I'm retired and loving it!
Hey Jay. Another awesome video. This has always been my favourite year for the Dodge Coronet, 1966. I also loved the 1967 Coronet. I remember seeing cars like this when I was a boy in the 1970s. My favourite cars are police cars and taxi cabs. Anything that's purposefully built for the job.
One of the most interesting and entertaining guests ever on JLG!
Wonderful video Fred and Jay! Thanks for your service to our great state of California Fred, you are amazing!
When l first went to work our....Patrol car were Chevy's,,The seat was so worn out we had to sit on a stack of news papers for a seat no joke....That was back in the early 1970's....Thank's Jay..!
what model of chevy was your patrol vehicle sir?
@@NanatsukiBenio 65 chevy my friend...Thanks for asking
@@steveshoemaker6347 no problem, I love classic cars and police cars especially 60s early 80s so I am glad to talk to a former officer
I have a 66 Dodge Charger, very similar layout to the Coronet. Love the Mopar B-Bodies!
Likewise I have a 66 Plymouth Fury II with a 318 V8 and Torqflite transmission.
Really like the when you feature the old police cars from the past . Keep em coming !
I like when Jay keeps it simple sometimes.
They didn't look quite like that where I grew up, but I sure remember watching that style on Adam-12!
They say "face your fears," and finally Jay had the chance to drive what once frightened him many times looking into his rear view mirror.
I'll be 60 in July and I'm still frightened by the sight of s cruiser in my rearview.
I tried to buy one of these around 1970 at a used car lot. I got baited and switched and they tried to sell me a beat up one vs. the nice one they originally showed me.
Fast forward about ten years and I bought a Coronet 500 with a 318 from a friend of mine. It had what they called the "Coke bottle sides" . It was owned by his grandfather but his wife hated it.
You pointed the car. Zero steering feedback. The seat belt kept me from sliding out of the flat "bucket seat". I can only imagine what it'd be with a bench seat. You'd have to wear the belt to avoid sliding across it. Most cop cars then had the 383s.
It had what we called the "Juan Corona sized trunk". I could put my snow skis in it.
You could adjust the torsion bars in the front to stiffen it up and it'd rise a bit.
The 318 was a "WB" variety (wide block) that was used in Dodge trucks in my car. Rather interesting. It wasn't really that powerful compared to the better 383.
In the end, I ended up selling it back to my friend after about 15 years. He was going to rebuild it but never actually did.
I always loved the look of the Dodge Coronet's. The rear end is So awesome looking an just like the Plymouth Road Runner too. MOPAR !!!!!!!!!! Thanks for showing this awesome looking Dodge Coronet Police Car , Mr. Leno !!!!!!!!!!
1968 way way better looking
Yep , 100 % agree !!!!!!!!
I'm only 24 but thankfully my great uncle had a session or two of the highway patrol I absolutely love that show
Hey that good old 4/60 air con - so real-life-like!
I love the dog dish hub caps with no beauty ring. I really gotta get an old car
Dead body
Jay: in LA u get used to it!
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Funny, but sad, ain't it......
I had to go back & listen again. I missed Leno saying that. 😯
r/FunnyAndSad
Gabriel Utz how is it sad
That joke didn’t age well in 3 short months.
I drive a 2008 Ford Crown Vic PI with the Agency I serve with. A lot of other officers have the Taurus, Explorer, Tahoe, and Charger. I prefer to hang onto the Crown Vic as long as I can. Thanks for your service Deputy Iverson.
I had a 1989 Dodge Diplomat police car, formerly an unmarked Sacramento PD Lt's car.
It could go 150 mph nut it was a gas hog and we could never get it to pass smog.
Needed a new EGR valve.
If I still had it, I would get it fixed but it got about 9 miles per gallon but was great to drive.
All dark blue and still had the push bars on it when I bought it.
It came with NO police lights at all.
No not hundred and fifty. Just give that one up it's not true
@@Vfh........y
Hot Rod magazine has an article where two guys say with modifications they can get a 1989 Diplomat to hit 150 & match the 1969 Dodge Polara police car.
While the speedometer said 120, it could easily go a lot faster and did.
I drove it between Concord, Ca & Livermore, Ca. many times and out there people drive way over the speed limit even with the CHP hovering around. If you drive 65 you take a chance of getting hit for going to slow.
The speedometer said 150 as the max.
And one day I had to hit 100 to keep up with people tailgating me constantly when an old lady in a white van passed me like I was standing still.
Another day, I had to be somewhere in 15 minutes or I would be charged with being late. I floored it and looking for cops and red lights and traffic, I hit it and made the trip in 11 minutes.
The car had power and the biggest engine Dodge offered at the time & I had bought it from a junkyard that still sells old police cars in his area.
We drove the car once all the way down to Orange County in back. It took $300 in gas because it sucked up gas like water.
I don't lie about what I write.
Oh, by the way, we now own a Prius and late one night with no one on the freeway & with my girlfriend in the seat next to me, I decided to see how fast it could go. I went into a curve and hit 105 mph with her yelling at me to slow down & me laughing all the way.
It was way after midnight and I only did it once.
As I recall the land speed record with a modified Prius is 125.
I was helped that I once hung out with a professional race driver and we had gone to school together so I know how to drive fast and safe.
I think I picked up a bit of skill from my Father too. He ran bootleg booze for Al Capone in trucks from Erie to Pittsburgh when he was 17 and once drove 800 miles in one day and drove someone in his cab from Pittsburgh to NYC in a blizzard as the man had to be in New York for a meeting & nothing was flying, no trains, and the roads were empty. He got paid $1000 and a hefty tip for the run in the 1950's when I was about 5. I'm 67 now.
The push bars are essential, would never buy a car without 'em
@@pho3nix- I took the ones off of the Diplomat to save on gas. And my girlfriend had trouble seeing when she drove it because they got in her line of sight.
@@Vfh........y Allpar.com says at the end of the run in 1988 & 1989, Diplomats got special engine packages and were used as drug interdiction cars with speeds approaching 145 mph.
I wanted the '67 Coronet 2 door with no post windows... loved the looks, body lines.
Amazing episode. I appreciate it. In the sixties in the Soviet Union we had cars like Moskvitch 408, 412 and GAZ-24 from 1969 (if you are interested)
I've seen your cars on topgear.
Retired Chicago PD here. I always wanted to get an old Blue and White for parades and such but never have found one yet. Great show Jay.
Finally a new classic cop car
look at that thing bounce down the road just like the good old days.
Oso some say she’s still bouncing now, parked back in the garage.
I can remember being in the back of one of these
Yeah very cool. Today the trunk has a video vault, siren system, main radio and the road side flares, traffic cones, shovel, etc,etc... The cabin has a radio control head, siren control, radar, licence reader, printer & the Panasonic Tough Book. Of course you can't dismiss the Silent Patrol Man, Shotgun & Carbine Rifle.
Awesome show. Thanks Jay.
Thank you, Jay, for being one of the few Hollywood personalities who’s L.E.O. friendly!
Thanks for your respect for this gentleman. You're a class act.
My dad is a retired cop. I remember Plymouth Furys. I remember Ford LTDs. All plain wrap with dog dish hubcaps.
The taillights actually look rather modern and up to date. Shout out to the Dodge designers
'75 Plymouth Fury.Kentucky State Trooper car.400 Hi-Po.Almost 400lb lead in lower frames so it 'drifted'and didn't flip.I wish I still had it.I'll find something someday,that's similar.There's really nothing like the Dodge,and Plymouth cruisers.That gentleman did that vehicle so well.Kudos Sir.
Gentleman has a great sense of humor.
Hi Jay.
Love this video. It reached me on so many levels. I loved the commentary from the owner, and the perspective of the policeman in the 1960's. I particularly liked the comment about the car that struck fear into you when it appeared in your rear view mirror.
I obtained my driving licence in 1982, and here in Western Australia the 'then' police cars were the 5.8L (351) XD Ford Falcons. Watching your video brought back many memories of the Falcons' worrying the daylights out of the young blokes in my generation.
At the same time, I was employed as an apprentice Auto electrician. Those reduction drive Prestolite starter motors that had been fitted to the early 1960's Valiants were wearing out. As I recall they could be a bit tricky to overhaul, but Man, that unique Chrysler starter motor sound when they were working! Interesting to note the electrics for the siren. Our police cars here were never fitted with such 'hefty' units, and so required a lot less capacity in the wiring.
I've watched many of your videos, and have just recently subscribed. Loving the variety of your content.
Cheers,
Rob
The highway patrol had 1970 Mercury Montereys in ca and that cold ac would have been welcome in Barstow ca
I find it hard to believe that back in a day most cars in the west especially service vehicles didn't had some sort of air conditioner. Here in Europe every service car had a gas heater for winter times and a fan unit hooked onto a extra battery for summertime. It was a norm. Seeing cars in the west I could not imagine the struggle sitting and cooking my self or in a car while on duty. Granted most times you could survive winter because there is a "block" that enables heat from the engine to pass through the cabin but for that you need to run your car all the time. But at summertime not cooling down that is just pain.
Ok here's how it was in ca back in 70 ac on a car was super expensive in the sixties however as more and more people wanted ac by th 70s the cost started to drop I believe 1970 was first year for hp to have air cond.
Actually it was very common for the smaller departments to buy the stripped down versions for police duty. It was only the ones with money that got the options. In many departments the policy was to start the engine at the start of the shift and shut it off at the end.
That car beings back memories! When I was a kid in the late 60's World Champion owner/driver of the "Custom Body Enterprises" funny car Fred Castronova lived near me and had a Coronet that was black on black with dog dish hubcaps had a full house hemi built by Keith Black under the hood. The car was a " sleeper" but the deep rumble of the exhaust coming out of the header mufflers gave it away.
Like to see a video on that Citroen on the background. Super pretty car.
In Downers Grove, IL then - we had 3 but in 3 different solid colors. Bought from a Naperville, IL Dodge dealer - not the local Dodge dealer.
A great, humble raconteur - this man!
"Has a lot of rust" Come to Wisconsin, I'll show ya rust.
I can't wait to get the hell out of here..
I don’t trust a Cali guy who says “rust” lol
Ahaha, finally i see on of your comments!
Indeed..this guy ain't seen rust!
Plus..sooo needs to ditch the bias ply tires and plop on like Cooper CS5 Ultra Touring tires.
Springs are "squirelly" lol, no way the torsion bars are bad, but maybe a front end alignment, ball joints..
Rear? air shocks suck. Re arch the leaf springs & in addition add a leaf to get the right ride height/rake and spring rate back to about new.
These cars handle better than anything else back then & can be as good as a new performance car..cept a better ride & feel than new cars. Plus far more wheel travel (more important than ppl realize..including carmakers today) not over damped as a lame way to have good "handling"..sure, on a glass smooth race track but not normal roads.
The "Torsion-Aire ride" must be witnessed to be appreciated :D
Come to jersey. I’ll show u rust
1966 Dodge Coronet 440 Sedan was my first car.... purchased for $387 back in 1988. Great car, with the 318 ci v8!
The thumbs down come from fugitives subscribed to your channel.
Mopar haters
Totally agree with all the comments about the unique starter noise. When I was a rookie officer, the first two cars I drove were the Plymouth Gran Fury and Dodge Van from the late 80’s. Both sounded just like this car.
The Plymouth had the 318 and was a dog. The van/patrol wagon was basically a hollow steel can with a torquey 360 in it. That thing would leave other squads in the dust off the line.
Nice seeing one of those old police cars again.
Love these stories about people and their cars. Thanks for doing these Jay.
Two great guys great car great stories pleasure to watch
I've owned three police cars in my life a 1982 LTD with a 351 Windsor and a variable Venture carburetor that's a blast from the past which was the fastest a 1984 Dodge Diplomat with a 318 a 2009 Crown Vic police interceptor solid cars !!!👮
I had an all black 66' Coronet I paid a $100 for, it was a damn good car. "One Adam12"
Got to drive a '66 Coronet, 383, while working at a car dealership. Real mover in a plain brown paint job. A Q ship.
Adam 12 used the Plymouth Belvidere ...
@@UnionThugg and eventually the AMC Matatdor.
@@scarbourgeoisie only for a few years, then they went back to Plymouth through '78, Dodge in '79, Plymouth in '80-'81, then Furd and Chebby for a good while,, now Dodge.
@@UnionThugg The original Adam-12 series was only aired till 1975. The show utilized various model year Plymouths and an AMC. as squad cars. No Fords or Chevys were featured.
I understand his sentiment. I took drivers ed with a 66 chevy four door Biscain [sp].No power steering, brakes and a two speed tranny. Passed with flying colors. Memories are great.
"It's got a cop motor, a 440 cubic inch plant, it's got cop tires, cop suspensions, cop shocks. It's a model made before catalytic converters so it'll run good on regular gas."
Sounds like something a person on a mission from god would say.
Fix the cigarette lighter.
"So what do you say, is it the new bluesmobile or what?"
"what you don't like it?", "No I don't like it."
Perhaps he meant to say "Leaded gas" because regular gas means 87 octane these days which has got nothing to do with cats.
Golly I love this channel.. the history alone is just gold.
Thank you to you Jay - and all you endeavor to put forth and share.
It's just priceless..
Please carry on.
This was a very different episode, interesting to learn about police work from back in the 60's and 70's from someone who lived through it. Not a flashy car, but along with Fred and his stories made it great to watch. Is there anything automotive related that Jay doesn't know.... Moto Victrola... Motorola....
That's one tough old dude. Hit like that head on, in one of those old cars, and live to tell about it. Much respect
awesome.. from a guy from holland.. we got porsche 356's for highway patrol
eukatech I was in Abu Dubai and they have Mercedes Benz.
Very nice car in perfect state. Very interesting comments from the Sheriff.
One is the most complete videos!!!
If you look at horse power for cop cars over the years it took 50 yrs for cop cars to match the Big block Mopar interceptor . 440 Dodge Polara with 375 HP.
"Keep going partner, 'cause my top end is unlimited."
Jake Wright yeah but that was gross hp versus today’s net hp.
It took 50 years for engine management technology to catch up to EPA regulations.
@@MagnaVulcan I think back to my 64 Pontiac and how easy it was to fix.
@@MagnaVulcan yup! Takes a lot of creativity to make 375+hp and still pass smog.
Jay, please bring this man back, let him pick & drive one of your cars. Would really enjoy more of his stories.
That’s a 318 “Poly” 👍🏻
A very enjoyable episode. I can relate to these older cars that bring back memories. Thanks Jay.
Even in Australia the cops loved the Chrysler's
One of your very best vids, Jay!! That old guy probably has a MILLION stories we'd all love to hear!