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A retired police cruiser parked in a municipal surplus auction lot.
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Buying a Retired Police Intercept Car: True Costs and Wear Explained

12 min read

When budget-conscious drivers browse government surplus auctions, buying a retired police interceptor car often looks like an unbeatable deal. Models like the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, the Dodge Charger Pursuit, and the Ford Police Interceptor Utility (based on the Explorer) promise V8 or twin-turbo V6 power, heavy-duty.