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I still have all that at work....... I doubt they will let me drive an unmarked. Maybe if I get promoted to Captain? |
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I think the what you should have said from the get-go is i have a letter from a the CHP allowing me to display CHP decals on my restoration....... basically common sense in writing when you use the term Sanctioned restoration it kinda cheapens everyone else's efforts and i know there is allot a nice chp/ssp cars around (not mine) Also the term sanctioned seems to give a ((CHP Approved)) status when in reality all were talking about here is a set of decals. why the secret Master switch? you play with the lights/siren or you don't or in my case you don't even connect them up. |
Let's take it easy Gentlemen. We are all HERE for the same reason.
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Just to add to what Mike C. said, it's been well over 5 years since CHP stopped giving permission for decals. When they were approving decal usage they would deny anyone out of state since there was no way for them to enforce their usage. Way back in the 90's CHP would even send you the decals with their approval letter. The offical line is this all changed after 9/11.
The California vehicle code states something to the effect that no vehicle built after 1/1/79 may be painted to resemble a police vehicle, so technically all SSPs are prohibited. There are exceptions for cars belonging to dealers, manufacturers and movie companies. There is no exception for privately owned collector cars. I'm lucky that like Mike I've had permission for my cars from way back so we would be allowed to have the cars painted and the decals and lights installed but covered while on the road. The only people who are approved now are CHP employees. The gray area is that CHP will invite restored cars to participate in their open houses, retirees days, etc and never ask if the cars are approved. Like most large agencies the right hand may not know what the left is doing. The new comissioner is more "old car friendly" but I don't see anyone changing the policy out of fear of liability. I both drive and trailer my cars and I've never been stopped. I've found passing Chippies will give a thumbs up and some even take pictures when I'm driving my '67 Oldsmobile. I haven't been stopped in my Mustang but the reaction is much more reserved, almost suspicious. I guess the difference is due to the Mustang looking like a much more modern car. Since I have written permission I'll continue to drive my cars (properly covered) to close shows and trailer to others but it would be a different story without permission. |
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A letter from CHP only authorizes decal usage...not for you to drive on a public road. I called CHP a couple of years ago, and they said then that they will only give permission to current CHP, retired CHP, and LEOs from other states. That may have changed since then, so who knows. I called the public relations office, and I'm sure you can google them and find it easily. |
Rich, I bet if you wrapped the doors in black you could drive all day the car. Even for months, then take the wrap off for a show. Bad part is you would need to continue to wrap and un-wrap the car if you wanted it as a daily driver as well. I know that is not your thing but maybe another could use this info.
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I have owned my 1985 CHP car for 23 years and I have all the documentation on my car since it was new. If anybody has any questions on 1985 CHP cars PLEASE feel free to emal me here and I will give you my phone number if you wish. Rich |
Rich I feel your pain just not as bad since I am in Florida. Wish I could help you.
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I never had a letter from them to own the decals as I live in Ohio. I would think that Mac88 could give you the info you need. Mike C are you out here? |
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