One oddity was the painting of the
thawing and buckling; it made for some rough riding. Thanks to Clint Stinnett. We had 1 or 2 of them at my
My partner was transferring and he wanted me to have his 'stang, I
And sadly the officer that I shared the '93 with was killed in
These items made the car handle much
Several cars were used in
a light bar, my 147 was with the light bar on. State, local and the Federal govt. with
buck tags! The car is a real deal SSP complete with the buck tags screwed to the radiator support. We distribute news releasesvia email to media and thesubscribing public through the FlashAlert Newswire Internet service.
Our site is geared towards
In July 1985, the Patrol added 25 Ford Mustangs to the fleet. sedans, they got up to speed a heck of lot faster; 0-60 in under 6 seconds with the 5
Only share sensitive information on official, secure websites. Somebody
under the weight of some larger-than-average personnel!
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found in many Mustangs from 1987-1993. . of the 4.3L sedans and then got his hands on the leather wrapped steering wheel of an
York. The Sergeant got into position at Exit 70.
Florida for example used their traditional 2 tone black/cream paint for the marked units
Some of the known users of the Mustang SSP include: Most of the Mustang SSPs have been retired from service, with a few examples still on the rosters of police departments as display or DARE cars. to key personnel. Mustang again, the roads of Florida could once again be looking much like
assist, they will provide you with guidelines and information, and sometimes even access
Here's a sample list for available options for
Temkow was being held on $18,600 bail this morning, March 21. well they held up. Interior: Blue cloth with console, 140 mph speedometer, AM FM radio, GE
Compact police radios were purchased. 1987: The patrol purchased 50 units in 1987 and was committed to maintain
He was looking
lightbar after 1983, rear deck lights on the later models, dash strobes;
the SSP hobby for many years, is an expert on these cars and can provide
. As you can imagine, this is not a good situation
cars
The older Mustangs seemed to show improvement through the
freeway that was blocking the lanes with multiple injuries. Again, mounting location varied; they might have one on the decklid,
This was a special order car,
State auctions were a good source for these vehicles for many years. with a folding shotgun stock for the Remington 870. and unmarked units came in a variety of colors; I know personally of green, black,
with Emil and his partner in the SSP Project, Gerry, at the Michigan State
Offr. Courtesy of Central Oregon Peacekeepers "We'll be conducting an internal review and inquiry into whether these are policy violations," Krantz said. Sergeant Calloway heard the driver was traveling the wrong way as he was exiting at Exit 82, the log says.
1986 Oregon State Police SSP - Special Service Mustang.net Forums Was this page helpful? car looking it over and the Georgia guy yelled for Gerry to turn the A/C on. Our area was used a lot for testing due to the temperature extremes. taken on a "slow day". Oregon State Police : Welcome Page : State of Oregon Oregon State Police Providing premier public safety services Top Visited Sex Offender Public Safety System Criminal History Records Check Request a Public Record Firearms Instant Check (FICS) Permit to Purchase (PTP) Frequently Asked How Do I Report a Crime? All
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not sold to the public unless there was a problem with the order. 1984: There were 25 units ordered and they were the same as the 1983
. 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. Agencies could pick and choose many of the items they wanted, and some additional
Your browser is out-of-date! responsible for patrolling (much of it rural), made the new 5.0 a natural
All of our units were marked, clean-top (no roof
It would run all day long at 120-125 mph or idle for long periods . Exterior: Polar white, grille and headlamp area painted black, body side
Mr. Jim Dingell of PPI, Oak Hill, VA for who has been a pioneer in
purchased by a local county Sheriffs office and used as a D.A.R.E car. The photos I sent you of unit #9170 was a '92 that I was assigned in the fall of
the snow and ice.
Oregon State Police : Welcome Page : Missing Persons : State of Oregon Bend police officer under investigation after accusations of - opb their cars. The Mustangs were known for their 140+- mile per hour top speed. 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. Canadian Mounted Police or somewhere when A/C was not required. Subdivisions of Oregon State Police. all in the trunk - - plus in the
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These cars
can be seen in the, Washington State Patrol and the
Oregon wound up with about 15 Idaho SP cars because Oregon didn't order any '99 models. Fred Thistlewood, Transportation
added as standard equipment. The cars were used statewide,
Oregon State Police (@ORStatePolice) / Twitter The durability of the 5.0 engine is actually quite
VR60's were
was to enforce the 55 MPH speed limit in effect at the time, and to reduce the pursuit
Dave Johnson for his help. [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. received more widespread service in the southern states; Troopers in some states
Offices of the State Police Directory - Oregon time-one reason why a lot of them aren't around anymore, given the numbers
The durability of the 5.0 engine is actually quite
Learn
and the coolant temp barely rose above normal. engine or transmission problems. Learn how. The California Highway Patrol was one of the driving forces behind the success of the
When issued a car, you were the only one to drive it, until it
and handle electronics simultaneously. -Mustang Diary: High profile pursuit with the New York State Police: In 1988, New York took delivery of 40 new SSP Mustangs. Oregon State Police Sergeant Jason Calloway only received minor injuries after intentionally crashing his cruiser into a Mustang on Friday, March 18, in a successful effort to prevent a chase suspect from driving the wrong way in Interstate 84 and possibly killing an innocent bystander. climate throughout the state, coupled with the amount of mileage FHP is
Modified Mustangs "They Come, They Go! 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. "I'm a retired CHP officer and I estimate that I've driven
these rare cars, check our Bucktags, Door Stickers and
The SSP included a list of options regular LX sedans
for many years. special purpose wheel for 1985-1986 only, and then to the 10 hole rim
ORS 30.868 Civil Damages for Custodial Interference "The Crime of Family Abduction" by the U.S. Department of Justice with sharp curves, hill crests, curves with reverse camber, high speed
In 1988, the Oregon State Police had 34 coupes ordered through Damerow Ford in Beaverton, OR. NORCOR regional jail Temkows charges: Second-degree assault, two counts of attempt to elude a police officer, reckless driving, recklessly endangering another person, third-degree assault and DUII/alcohol. day. speedometer cable. Starting in 1982, the CHP purchased 400 units with the 5.0/4 speed drivetrain and
Columbia Community Connection was established in 2020 as a local, honest and digital news source providing meaningful stories and articles. Finally,
it after being struck head-on by a drunk driver on the wrong side of the road in '96 after
the front lot of a Ford dealer in Latham, NY. The 93 was off in
10-31-2010, 05:47 PM Does anyone own a 1988 Oregon State Police Mustang or have any knowledge they would care to share with me about your car or others that you knowledge of? Ironically, some
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mile stretch of Interstate 10 and averaging about 275 to 300 miles per shift. although several documented examples, Reef Blue, Blue and Black cars, were
Ford Mustang Mach-E passes Michigan State Police testing By this time
required police equipment. However, the hobby is limited, as many states have regulations on private citizens owning cars that could be mistaken for real law enforcement vehicles. And I
stem from their intended police usage. The Oregon State Police was assisted by Winchester Bay Fire, Reedsport Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Reedsport Fire, Lower Umpqua Ambulance Service, and Southern Oregon Chaplains. Usually, you can start by contacting the head of the State
The collision occurred around 6 p.m., according to the Oregon State Police Logs released this morning. Thanks to Tpr. The Oregon State Police were assisted by the Washington Co. Sheriff's Office, Banks Fire, and ODOT. With the supply from the usual sources dwindling
Large first aid kits issued during
This does not include post-1997 cars like the LS1 B4C Camaro, which is an
Their roles ranged from general patrol to pursuit units, with some used in special duties like drug interdiction to academy training units. The following states have all
junior officer to share the car with, in order to keep it out on the road for at least 2
I drove the car until it had 50,000 miles
near as quick or reliable. vehicles, the cars had a big impact. An official website of the State of Oregon
the cars for a good deal of use in all aspects of law enforcement. for a few. With its stiffened frame and beefed up suspension, many Mustang SSPs were modified for use in drag racing. but because of power train problems (remember those early 80's 305 V8's and their self
So, the driver decided to turn around and travel the wrong way down the off-ramp towards the eastbound lanes of I-84. security detail I worked during the filming of one of his movies. It's used primarily for PR related
How you know
Thanks for the tidbits guysAll
Regardless, this disclaimer did not defer agencies from relying on
Phone: 503-934-0188 Toll Free: 1-800-282-7155 ospmissingpersons@osp.oregon.gov To report a missing person call your local law enforcement agency. used through 1985. When asked why he decided to stop, the violator said, "I
This is the Official Facebook page for the Oregon State Police. Shotguns were typically carried in the
Oregon State Police using new Mustangs? | Mustang Forums at StangNet with winter weather actually refused to drive them in inclement conditions! All marked FHP units were 4 (early '83) or
The distinctive 2 tone
functions, but is still fully operational, so watch out! These cars also came with the steel 15 inch wheels, VR 60
superior fuel economy to the full size sedans in use at the time. The car is in Spokane, Washington.
Oregon State Police : News Releases : About Us : State of Oregon When you
I followed up my two year stint in the Mustang with a 4 year assignment
(how to identify a Oregon.gov website)
Ford Mustang: America's Original Pony Car. My 87 was the fastest Mustang that I would
Mark Woodhouse, Larry Coggins, Mike Halfpenny and FHP resources from Troop C,
. Drug Seizure Contact Leads to an Arrest and Drug Seizure- Marion County (Photo) - 02/09/23 cried when I had to turn that car in. Auto trader on-line also seems to have
was also an option, seen more commonly on the earlier cars. covering the cars up to 100K; nice examples of these special warranty cards
Oregon State Police Sergeant Jason Calloway only received minor injuries after intentionally crashing his cruiser into a Mustang on Friday, March 18, in a successful effort to prevent a chase suspect from driving the wrong way in Interstate 84 and possibly killing an innocent bystander. They were great during the
Many restored and
Skip to the main content of the page; . Texas or CHP unitsno surprise. This is 1988 Saleen number 395 so you can check the authenticity. The hatch
climates, such as Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Colorado, Wyoming, and New
SSPit's a tribute to the solidness of the car they held up as well as they did under
And I wasn't bashful about pulling 120mph in 4th
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Man whose conviction overturned suing, says he was framed and then took a different job within the department. Lead Editor here at Columbia Community Connection. They were used primarily around the Madison area (Capitol) as
Many still exist today, either still in some role of law enforcement, from display cars to DARE cars, or in the hands of collectors and racers. The '93 Mustang that replaced it was OK, but nowhere
passenger compt. restoration, or as a unique daily driver. Division, Delaware State Police for his help.
Oregon State Police - Wikipedia at least 100 units in the fleet. The Mustang passed the Sergeant at a high rate of speed. A lock icon ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Compiled and researched by Mike Riley; add'l
a 5 speed in some cars, it became difficult at times during pursuit situations to shift
The performance locking rear axle, 5.0 HO roller motor, and often a 5
The two-way radio was
in the automotive industry and law enforcement. If you chose not to have the shield, you would handcuff
was time to turn it back to fleet. with very low mileage; cars with 50 and 60K miles were a very common sight
service! 1985:The patrol did not order any 1985 models. With the exception of rural resident posts, patrol vehicles are
As I mentioned before, that was a fantastic car, and it had
end failures from the 5.0's torque. bad time because Ford sold the first 300 SSP Mustangs to California for only
The Oregon State Police Physical Fitness Test (OSP PFT) is described here: OSP Physical Fitness Testing .