If you're looking to make your money work for you when buying a used car then buying an ex-police car could be the route for you to grab a great car at a bargain price.
In general police cars tend to be in good condition, certainly mechanically as they have to be roadworthy and run without any problems. You should find that the paperwork, log book etc will be in order. The bodywork and interior may have holes etc from equipment but most of these can be repaired easily and for little cost. If possible look for ex-police cars that come from country areas and not cities as these will have had an easier life in general.
If you're going to view an ex-police car try and take a mechanic or a friend who has some auto knowledge with you to help give your potential next car the once over. Don't let your heart rule your head by picking an ex-police car for its color or wheels etc, a mechanically sound car should be the first priority.
If you're buying online make contact with the seller and be prepared with several questions about the cars history remembering to ask about any accident damage, service history, damage left by equipment etc. Also as stated before question the cars police service history - what area did the ex-police car operate in?
Where possible try and stretch your budget to buy the best possible ex-police car that is available and be prepared to haggle on the price with the seller.
Possibly one of the most popular ex-police cars bought is the Ford Crown Victoria, a versatile and tough car they have the engine calibrated for a higher engine idle and have uprated suspension fitted also amongst other modifications dependent on model year.
The video shows a good example of a clean ex-police Ford Crown Victoria.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKiZSYXv_F4
For a fantastic range of Ex -Police Ford Crown Victoria's for sale and other models online please visit http://www.americanautobid.com/Ford/Crown-Victoria
Sunday 15 February 2009
Saturday 7 February 2009
Motorsport News
Formula 1 News
This week in motorsport has seen the Formula 1 drivers show their disgust at the increase in the amount they pay for the licence that allows them to race. It would appear the multi millionaire drivers are not happy about the £8700 ($12,100) licence fee that allows them to earn huge sums on the track.
Given the current economic climate I don’t think they will find too many shoulders to cry on over their reluctance to pay a small proportion of their huge earnings to the FIA. Given the current economic climate I don’t think they will find too many shoulders to cry on over their reluctance to pay a small proportion of their huge earnings to the FIA.
Credit Crunch Impact on Motorsport
Following the withdrawal from F1 of the Honda team the news this week of another car manufacturer pulling out of world motorsport has hit the headlines. Mitsubishi have decided to no longer compete in the Dakar rally due to the financial pressures on the manufacturer in the current economic climate.
Indy Car
Indy Car fans can bid for a slot on the starting grid of the 33rd Annual Toyota Pro-Celebrity Race. The event forms part of the 35th Anniversary Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach held April 16-19.
Bidding starts at $25,000 and ends on February 11 at 5 p.m. (PT). All proceeds will go to the Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach, a charity that has raised over $2 million to several charitable organizations in the Long Beach Area. The winning bidder will receive a custom made drivers suit and join the rest of the celebrity field for four days of professional driver training. Also Toyota will make a $5000 donation in the winning bidders name to Racing for Kids.
This week in motorsport has seen the Formula 1 drivers show their disgust at the increase in the amount they pay for the licence that allows them to race. It would appear the multi millionaire drivers are not happy about the £8700 ($12,100) licence fee that allows them to earn huge sums on the track.
Given the current economic climate I don’t think they will find too many shoulders to cry on over their reluctance to pay a small proportion of their huge earnings to the FIA. Given the current economic climate I don’t think they will find too many shoulders to cry on over their reluctance to pay a small proportion of their huge earnings to the FIA.
Credit Crunch Impact on Motorsport
Following the withdrawal from F1 of the Honda team the news this week of another car manufacturer pulling out of world motorsport has hit the headlines. Mitsubishi have decided to no longer compete in the Dakar rally due to the financial pressures on the manufacturer in the current economic climate.
Indy Car
Indy Car fans can bid for a slot on the starting grid of the 33rd Annual Toyota Pro-Celebrity Race. The event forms part of the 35th Anniversary Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach held April 16-19.
Bidding starts at $25,000 and ends on February 11 at 5 p.m. (PT). All proceeds will go to the Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach, a charity that has raised over $2 million to several charitable organizations in the Long Beach Area. The winning bidder will receive a custom made drivers suit and join the rest of the celebrity field for four days of professional driver training. Also Toyota will make a $5000 donation in the winning bidders name to Racing for Kids.
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