My new Daily Driver!!

[-Matt-]

Im welcoming this mint 06 CVPI P71 into my panther family. Say hello to "Miss Ivory" (of course my MM is "Mr Ebony") :D:D

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05446.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05447.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05448.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05449.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05450.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05451.jpg

[ImpalaSlayer]

damn bro that thing is nice!

[ImpalaSlayer]

i just noticed that stering wheel. what the hell is up with that thing?

[-Matt-]

i just noticed that stering wheel. what the hell is up with that thing?

:confused::confused::confused: :confused::confused::confused: :confused::confused::confused:

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u231/cheezeguy/n725075089_288918_2774.jpg

[Hacklemerc]

Very sharp...

[ImpalaSlayer]

the steering wheel looks to be a very weird shape

[-Matt-]

the steering wheel looks to be a very weird shape

A circle? :lol:

[breeze]

thats how they look in 06 n up. u see the gauges changed too..i kno my Vics.lol...shes a pearl brah...

[ImpalaSlayer]

A circle? :lol:
no nub cake

the parts that hold the circle :rolleyes:

[-Matt-]

thats how they look in 06 n up. u see the gauges changed too..i kno my Vics.lol...shes a pearl brah...

Thanks bub, its my LAST part needed for the Vortech install on the Marauder. That may sound funny but i needed a new daily driver for when im doing the install, so what better then to go with another panther. :cool4:

[LANDY]

that one cean p71

[Shora]

I never see them "that" clean.

I like it!

[SC Cheesehead]

Very nice Vic. :up:

[RoyLPita]

Congrats on your purchase. If you want speed control, all you have to do is replace the steering wheel and reprogram the PCM.

[-Matt-]

Congrats on your purchase. If you want speed control, all you have to do is replace the steering wheel and reprogram the PCM.

Yeah im looking for a new wheel already. :D

[4play]

an 05 is the same as an 06 wheel, what's the milage on that thing?

[-Matt-]

62k






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[TAKEDOWN]

[QUOTE=-MM-Matt-;824667]Im welcoming this mint 06 CVPI P71 into my panther family. Say hello to "Miss Ivory" (of course my MM is "Mr Ebony") :D:D

Well there you go... Ebony & Ivory living together in perfect harmony! That car looks brand new, nice find.

[Embassy]

...i needed a new daily driver for when im doing the install, so what better then to go with another panther.

Couldn't agree more. :cool:

Congrats. She looks incredibly clean. From what dept did she come?

[DOOM]

I am so jealous!!!
My daily is a white 01 P71 Vic.
:congrats: very nice! :beatnik:

[CWright]

I did the same thing. I had a 05 black P71 for a daily driver. Retired Texas Highway Patrol car. Thing road great. Congrats! Great looking car!

[-Matt-]

Couldn't agree more. :cool:

Congrats. She looks incredibly clean. From what dept did she come?


idk yet.... its on a texas title...... maybe if roylpita runs my vin i could find out

[guspech750]

very very nice! i just cant look past the spot lights though. very nice and clean.

[ntd]

great looking car, where did you get her from?

[-Matt-]

great looking car, where did you get her from?

These guys:

http://www.americaninterceptors.com/


And let me tell you, Aramis and his father are GREAT people. They are real thorough in their P71's and ive heard nothing but great things from them.

"American Interceptors is family owned and operated. Licensed Florida Dealers and P71 enthusiasts. American Interceptors is South Floridas most aggressive reconditioned Police Interceptor Dealer. We are very meticulous when we purchase retired Interceptors we will not purchase a retired P71 if it does not meet our pre-restoration standards, we only purchase from agencies that have a great fleet maintenance program and have one assigned driver per vehicle and take home vehicle programs."

American Interceptors Recondition Process

First, each and every vechile is inspected by one of our ASE certified mechanics for complete diagnostic, visual inspection and servicing.

• The oil and oil filter are changed.
• Antifreeze in flushed and replaced.
• Serpentine belt is inspected and replaced if needed.
• Coil packs are tested and replaced if needed.
• Brake rotors are turned or replaced if needed.
• Brake pads are inspected and replaced if needed.
• Tires are inspected and replaced if needed.
• All ( 8 ) Spark Plugs are replaced.
• All ( 4 ) wheels are balanced.
• New Wipers are installed.

Then off to the paint shop.

• We start out by stripping the car of all its headlights and taillights, along with the parking lights, push bar and grill, weather stripping to assure that there are no tape lines.
• Then the car is completely repainted with a base coat and clear coat costing $2100.
• After that the car gets wet sanded and buffed to make the paint still look wet.
• Wheels are cleaned and painted with special engine heat paint to look like new from the factory.
• Wheel wells are cleaned and painted.
• Door handles are painted to look new from factory.
• Push Bar is cleaned and painted.
• Brand New Highlights are installed.
• Brand New Parking Lights are installed.

The interior is inspected.

• Both Front seat are Removed and taken apart then dry cleaned.
• Rear seat is taken out and detailed.
• The rubber flooring is cleaned, sanitized and detailed.
• Any trim that is broken or missing is replaced.
• Brand New Tint is installed






These guys are no joke. :D

[DOOM]

Thanks for posting this info. :up:

[LIGHTNIN1]

Great looking car. I like it. Do you mind sharing what price range one this nice would cost us ?

[-Matt-]

My best friend and I bought 2 for 15k.... so we split em 7500 a piece.

[ImpalaSlayer]

from the sounds of it your getting a pretty sweet effing car for 15k

[Shora]

from the sounds of it your getting a pretty sweet effing car for 15k

You mean $7.5K

[ImpalaSlayer]

You mean $7.5K

oh holy crap i misread that. in that case thats friggin awesome!

[-Matt-]

oh holy crap i misread that. in that case thats friggin awesome!


:lol::lol:


http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/1256607109876.jpg

[-Matt-]

Yeah he got this one....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05312.jpg



Nice as well eh?

[ImpalaSlayer]

do want!


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[Shora]

Matt,

You're from the Lone Star State and you bought the Vic from South, FL? You must have REALLY trusted them before hand.

Why?

Did you pick up the car or have it shipped?

I ask because I am REALLY thinking about buying one now.

[Shora]

Was your Friend's Vic repainted as well?

Are they always repainting the Original Color so that the paint matchs under the hood, door jams, etc...?


Yeah he got this one....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a254/xxshowstoppaxx/DSC05312.jpg



Nice as well eh?

[offroadkarter]

i just noticed that stering wheel. what the hell is up with that thing?


thats the 2005+ standard steering wheel for all panthers....










Your first mods should be, clean the headlights up (they look kinda faded)

Get rid of those CRAP tires, and rims to unless you want to maintain the cop look

[Shora]

...
Your first mods should be, clean the headlights up (they look kinda faded)....

That's odd cause the seller states they install "Brand new Head/ Tail Lights."

[-Matt-]

Matt,

You're from the Lone Star State and you bought the Vic from South, FL? You must have REALLY trusted them before hand.

Why?

Did you pick up the car or have it shipped?

I ask because I am REALLY thinking about buying one now.

Yes i do trust them, they have been absolutely perfect to us so far. (went out of their way and swapped out the vinyl seat that came in mine to a matching black cloth seat!) for no extra charge. These guys were awesome.

We had our cars shipped all the way to texas for... $400 beans a car :)

I would recommend them to anyone!


Was your Friend's Vic repainted as well?

Are they always repainting the Original Color so that the paint matchs under the hood, door jams, etc...?

From what i know, yes

And Yes, absolutely.


Your first mods should be, clean the headlights up (they look kinda faded)

Get rid of those CRAP tires, and rims to unless you want to maintain the cop look

The Headlights are new (the picture was taken in the shade and they look off because of that.) Notice my buddys headlights? ;)

And I LOVE the black 18's. Esp. when they are all nice and clean like these.

[-Matt-]

If anyone is interested, tell em Matt or Terrence sent you. :beer:

[RoyLPita]

Plug your VIN into this and see what your 2006 CVPI came with from the factory.

http://services.forddirect.fordvehicl es.com/inventory/WindowSticker.pdf?vin=2FAFP70V 28X106382

[-Matt-]

Plug your VIN into this and see what your 2006 CVPI came with from the factory.

http://services.forddirect.fordvehicl es.com/inventory/WindowSticker.pdf?vin=2FAFP70V 28X106382


Enter it where? thats just a window sticker PDF for an 08

[offroadkarter]

your rims are 17's not 18's...


and yea i guess its just the picture making the headlights look funny, wouldnt make sense for them to be that faded after 3 years.

[DOOM]

2 BADASS vics! :high5:

[-Matt-]

your rims are 17's not 18's...

Whatever.... lol

[Shora]

If anyone is interested, tell em Matt or Terrence sent you. :beer:

They will be a getting from me soon.

Thanks again!

[DOOM]

That car will last for 10 years easy.
I have had my Vic since 03 and now have 231,081 on the clock. :bows:
Still going strong!
My next car will be another Vic. I don't think there is a more dependable car on the road.
When I'm ready to get another one I will check these guys out. :up:

[RoyLPita]

Enter it where? thats just a window sticker PDF for an 08

Replace the VIN in the link with your VIN and see if it works.

[babbage]

Hey Matt - congrats. Looks very good. Funny I got my 2002 P71 car from Texas years ago and had it shipped to NY.

http://www.used-police-cars.com/seeouruspolc.html

It looks like you got a much better deal than what they have, Suspension is a lot stiffer on the P71 Eh? Keep the HD steelies I like them.

[-Matt-]

Replace the VIN in the link with your VIN and see if it works.

Heres mine

http://services.forddirect.fordvehicl es.com/inventory/WindowSticker.pdf?vin=2FAFP71W 16X154590

[Shora]

If anyone is interested, tell em Matt or Terrence sent you. :beer:


They will be a getting from me soon.

Thanks again!

I want to thank Matt for telling us about American Interceptors. :beer:

I bought mine in December of 2009 but my older brother REALLY wanted so I let him have it. When he pays me back, I will be buying a second unit from them.

Details here:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?p=886913#post88 6913

[-Matt-]

I want to thank Matt for telling us about American Interceptors. :beer:

I bought mine in December of 2009 but my older brother REALLY wanted so I let him have it. When he pays me back, I will be buying a second unit from them.

Details here:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?p=886913#post88 6913


No problem, glad they were as good to you as they were to me!