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Ford Motor Co. said Thursday it will produce an all-new purpose-built Police Interceptor specially designed and engineered to replace the Ford Crown Victoria law enforcement vehicle lineup in 2011.
The Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, introduced in the early 1980s, remains the top-selling police sedan despite coming under attack earlier this decade for gas-tank explosions during rear end collisions. In fact, the car commands about 75% of the market segment, according to Ford. Now, Ford plans to discontinue the aging Crown Victoria in 2011.
Through August, Ford has sold 28,458 Crown Victoria’s, a 33% decline compared with last year, according to Autodata Corp. About 90% of Crown Victoria’s sales are to police departments and for other government and municipal uses, Ford sales analyst George Pipas said.
Today, Ford declined to provide the name of the new car it is developing but said it has been working on the vehicle for the past 14 months with its own Police Advisory Board.
Ford said the durability, safety and performance of the new car will exceed the existing Crown Victoria.
Analysts and dealers suggest that the most likely replacement would come from Ford’s full-size car platform which is the same platform that is used for the 2010 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS full-size sedans.
“I am confident that the next-generation Ford police vehicle will meet the future needs of the law enforcement community and will set the new standard,†Lt. Brian Moran, fleet manager, for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and a member of Ford’s Police Advisory Board, said in a statement.
Ford said the new police car will be offered without interruption when production of the Ford Crown Victoria ends in late 2011.
Ford said today it plans to reveal the new model and provide full vehicle specifications in the first quarter of 2010. However, by 2011, Ford will face increased competition in the segment.
Chrysler Group LLC, General Motors Co. and Connersville, Ind.-based Carbon Motors Corp. all are aggressively pursuing the police car market.
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Ford Cesasing Crown Victoria Production
Isn't the Taurus/500 a front-wheel-drive platform? Even though it is full-sized (by today's standards), I doubt a front-drive police car will be desired by officers outside of the snow belt.
Dodge has the rear-drive Charger and Chevy is bringing an all-new Caprice (rear-drive, of course) to the law enforcement market in 2011......so Ford will be making a mistake if they abandon rear-wheel-drive.
On a side note, does this mean that Ford will be ceasing production of the Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car (on the same platform as the Crown Vic)? Senior citizens everywhere are going to riot!
P.S. The Crown Vic does well for taxicab market also. Ford even offers an 'extended' body package for those fleet buyers who desire some extra rear leg room.Last edited by VA Dutch; 11-14-2009, 09:53 AM.
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Seems the big three are all trying to stay off Carbon Motors, not that I feel that they (CM) will be a big player in this game, but I find it funny that we have been bitching and complaining for years on certain things we want in the cars, CM comes along and now it seems that the big three are finally taking our suggestions.It could be that the purpose of your life is only to serve as a warning to others.
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I'd like to see what Toyota would come up withDisclaimer: The writer does not represent any organization, employer, entity or other individual. The views expressed are those only of the writer. In the case of a sarcastic, facetious, nonsensical, stirring-the-pot, controversial or devil's advocate-type post, the views expressed may not even reflect those of the writer [This sig stolen from Brickcop who stole it from Frank Booth].
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Originally posted by That Guy View PostI'd like to see what Toyota would come up with
Run a Camry or Avalon for 100k miles and run it hard and lets see how well it hold up.
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What is American anymore? Hasn't Ford been sending factories overseas and Toyota moving here? Toyota may develop a LE car different from their models now. I have an Impala which is my home car that I have driven for about 4 years now and it runs superb because I DON'T ABUSE IT. Yes I take it up to 120 mph and yes I make tight turns and P.I.T. people...........Disclaimer: The writer does not represent any organization, employer, entity or other individual. The views expressed are those only of the writer. In the case of a sarcastic, facetious, nonsensical, stirring-the-pot, controversial or devil's advocate-type post, the views expressed may not even reflect those of the writer [This sig stolen from Brickcop who stole it from Frank Booth].
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Originally posted by That Guy View PostI'd like to see what Toyota would come up with
In the mere two and a half year's I've worked in the company our post has gone through two Toyota vehicles. The first one crapped out on us well with in 10,000 miles, and our new one has just recently hit it's 10,000 mark and it's already showing abuse.
The thing is, we do not treat it roughly, either.
I understand it's not made for 'duty' style work atmospheres and more so for just daily home use, but Toyota would have to crank something special out if they would want to get into a law enforcement market. I'm not impressed with their vehicles at all. I know if I was an officer and was issued something from Toyota, I would be very wary about it.
Though, of course, it's always possible, like I said, that they could make something special for the market. Who knows?
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Originally posted by That Guy View PostWhat is American anymore? Hasn't Ford been sending factories overseas and Toyota moving here? Toyota may develop a LE car different from their models now. I have an Impala which is my home car that I have driven for about 4 years now and it runs superb because I DON'T ABUSE IT. Yes I take it up to 120 mph and yes I make tight turns and P.I.T. people...........
Also, it's my opinion, that American town's, cities, counties, and states should support American car companies and buy American made vehicles. Maybe if more people bought American made products (when possible) our economy would recover faster. To me, that's patriotic.
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Originally posted by VA Dutch View Post[color=blue]
Isn't the Taurus/500 a front-wheel-drive platform?
As far as Toyota, my department is apparently testing hybird Toyotas for patrol. I saw it at the garage awhile back and today saw it on the road. Ech.I miss you, Dave.
http://www.odmp.org/officer/20669-of...david-s.-moore
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Originally posted by eaglegrad View PostAlso, it's my opinion, that American town's, cities, counties, and states should support American car companies and buy American made vehicles. Maybe if more people bought American made products (when possible) our economy would recover faster. To me, that's patriotic.
I would buy once a quality product is there and has constantly shown its worth. I have owned Fords, Dodges, Chevys, Volkswagons, Toyotas, and Hondas in my lifetime and Honda and Toyota always preformed. The issue isnt taking a model already made its developing one.
The quality issue is a thread on its own. My loyalty stands with brands that preform like Cutco knives. Pricey yes but a forever guarantee can't be beat! AWD would be perfect for up here.Disclaimer: The writer does not represent any organization, employer, entity or other individual. The views expressed are those only of the writer. In the case of a sarcastic, facetious, nonsensical, stirring-the-pot, controversial or devil's advocate-type post, the views expressed may not even reflect those of the writer [This sig stolen from Brickcop who stole it from Frank Booth].
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I don't know of any vehicle that is 100% made in USA.
Toyota Camry is the best selling AMERICAN MADE CAR.
Vehicles have the percentage of parts that are 'domestic' listed on the window sticker.... too bad 'domestic' includes Canada so there really is no way of being able to easily tell how much of a vehicle is made in the USA.
US auto manufacturers would make cars in Mexico if they could get out of all their union contracts... they could careless....
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Originally posted by That Guy View PostI much rather give my $$ to the guy on the line then the CEO who takes home a million dollar severance package when he gets fired. I buy American when I know it lasts. Where were these high quality vehicles 20 or even 10 years ago?
I would buy once a quality product is there and has constantly shown its worth. I have owned Fords, Dodges, Chevys, Volkswagons, Toyotas, and Hondas in my lifetime and Honda and Toyota always preformed. The issue isnt taking a model already made its developing one.
The quality issue is a thread on its own. My loyalty stands with brands that preform like Cutco knives. Pricey yes but a forever guarantee can't be beat! AWD would be perfect for up here.
Compact Multi Activity Vehicle: Chrysler PT Cruiser
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...tivity-vehicle
Large Car: Mercury Sable, Ford Taurus, Chevy Impala
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...gory/large-car
Large Multi Activity Vehicle: GMC Yukon, Chevy Tahoe
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...tivity-vehicle
Large Pick-up: Ford F-150/250, Chevy Avalanche/Silverado, GMC Sierra
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...y/large-pickup
Midsize Car: Pontiac G6, Chevy Malibu/Sebring, Ford Fusion
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...ry/midsize-car
Midsize Multi Activity Vehicle: Chevy Trailblazer, Ford Edge/Taurus X/Explorer, Jeep Cherokee
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...tivity-vehicle
Midsize Pick-up: Ford Ranger
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...midsize-pickup
Midsize Sporty: Ford Mustang
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings...midsize-sporty
As far as buying things with higher quality over American products, that's a persons own choice. But as much as people like to bring up the founding fathers, I wonder if anyone realizes what they gave up as far as material possessions went. Instead of buying the finer, higher quality products imported from France, Italy, or England, they bought things from their neighbors instead. Yeah, they got inferior products, but they helped their neighbor and boosted the economy in the process. If only we had the same sense of loyalty to our neighbors today. And if a municipality isn't willing to help out their fellow citizens by buying American made cars for their employees, that's just a travesty... imho.Last edited by eaglegrad; 11-14-2009, 09:38 PM.
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