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Monarch Nut Company A nice couple of guys who own the Monarch Nut Company & needed a reliable vehicle. It was a pleasure meeting you two!!! I wanted to take the time to thank you and your staff for such an easy vehicle purchase. I had to purchase a used patrol vehicle on short notice due to one of my officers rolling his vehicle during a snow storm. We are a small department and budgets are tight, the only money I had to purchase a vehicle was the insurance payment on the wrecked vehicle. I found your site on the internet and there was one particular vehicle that caught my interest. I phoned and was advised that the vehicle was still available. Thanks to you I was able to purchase a 2001 Police Interceptor with very low miles on it for less than what I got from the insurance company. You worked with me on the shipping and we were able to come to a quick deal that satisfied both parties. I want you to know that if and when I need any other vehicles I will contact you first and see what you have. I would recommend your company to any other police departments. I also want to thank your staff that put the paperwork together, I was able to easily go through it and get the vehicle license and titled with no problems. Again thanks for the great professional service you and your staff provided to this department.
Springerville Police Department
When my piece of Junk Ford Escort finally died for the last time I was in the market for a car. My thought at the time was “anything but another Ford” When I was making the rounds a friend of mine recommended Wild Rose Motors to me, I had seen his Crown Vic before, and growing up with a parent in law enforcement I was used to the vehicle. So I decided to check it out.
I went down to Fullerton, which is about an hour and a half drive from where I live in the high desert. Walking into the place for the first time it was not what I expected. It was small with about a dozen cars in the lot and the office was a trailer customized with fish tanks and all sorts of interesting pictures. And to be honest I liked it! I never cared for sterile environments and commercial lots. This place had personality and care to it. Not big business drivel. Then I meet Steve. Right of the bat he was friendly and straight forward and took me around the lot to check out the cars. He had answers to all my questions and there was the car I wanted in the lot. A black Crown Vic with only 46k on it for about 10k. The test drive was heavenly. It was about time I drove something with power behind it. Not to mention it was roomy as all get out. I was sold on it. All that was left was to talk cash. I don’t have a high income job but I make enough to finance a car. Problem was that me being a first time buyer with no previous credit, no one would give me a loan. That’s where Steve shined again. I am currently financing through Wild Rose Motors until I build up enough credit to transfer the loan to a bank. With that decided, Steve took care of the small details like the radio, dash panel and search lights, and I was off in my new car! I’ve only had it a few months and but I have to say, so far I’ve been very happy with it. It handles great, Performs a road trip to San Diego like a drive to the store. Of course the city mileage leaves something to be desired with current gas prices. But that’s to be expected with a high performance low maintenance car like the crown Vic. It does get great Highway mileage though. And I have yet to be in an accident with it, and I’m hoping I never will be, but if I do, I’m confident that I will be walking away from it relatively unscathed. Bottom line, the Crown Vic is the exception to my Ford rule, and I can’t think of a better guy to buy from then Steve. He’s experienced, he’s on top of things, he’s informed, and he really cares. He’ll look out for your best interest with these cars. All in all, I recommend a Crown Victoria, and I recommend it from none other Than Steve at Wild Rose Motors in Fullerton.
See you on the road! -David V.
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Pre-Accident Photos Purchased by Sherry  I purchased a 2003 Crown Vic in December of 2010 from Wild Rose Motors. My decision to do so was based on couple of things; #1 was price and #2 safety. Steve advised me when I purchased the car that the Crown Victorias are crash tested at 75 MPH because they are used by the government. Every other vehicle out there used by the general public, new or used, is tested at 25-40 MPH (I checked this out to be true).So I found this to be a great safety advantage for me. Im not a great driver. Ive been in a quite a few wrecks over the years, and have been through a lot of cars, and involved in a lot of accidents, with them increasing rapidly in the past 2 years. My family urged me to buy a safe car so I did. This purchase was the Best Choice I ever made! I was involved in an accident 3 weeks after I purchased the vehicle. I was 1 out of 4 vehicles. The one thing I can tell you is I was practically the only one that walked away without injury. This Car is Solid!!!!! The Crown Vic WITHOUT A DOUBT saved me major injury or quite possibly even may have saved my life. If I would have been in a compact car, I would have definitely been taken away in an ambulance as some of the others were. Once I get my insurance money for the car, I will be purchasing another Crown Victoria! Thanks Steve !!! Sherry STOCK #4553
Accident Photos Scared/Shaken/Unscathed Sherry Happy Crown Victoria Customer    Located in Fullerton, CA, Wild Rose Motors is a supplier of retired police interceptors. Wild Rose purchases only the best police vehicles; it services them, details them, and fits them to meet customers specific needs. Clients include the FBI, Ranger Departments, Probation Departments, Police Departments, Security and Fire Companies, as well as the general public. Wild Rose sells Ford Crown Victorias, Chevrolet SS Impalas and Chevrolet Caprices. All vehicle selections and services are done in house with 25 years of experience. General Manager Seton Montgomerie talked to PFM about Wild Roses services. Once a car arrives at Wild Rose Motors, it goes through a full-service mechanical inspection. Montgomerie said he replaces anything that could fail or is nearing its end of life, including hoses, oil ring seals, radiators, or anything for preventative maintenance. The company always changes the engine oil and filter and uses only premium quality products, such as Valvoline VRI, a racing-grade oil, and Mobil 1 Synthetic for transmissions. Rebuilt engines and transmissions are installed if the vehicle has a mechanical defect or if the customer requests it. Additional services include checking the spark plugs, wires, air filter; throttle body plate intake and cleaning; engine and transmission mounts checked and/or replaced; transmission service; filter and gasket change and inspection; refills with high-quality Dextron3 fluid; replace exhaust mounts; limited slip rear-end fluid replacement as required. Brake service includes a pad replacement and flush, plus diagnostic checks on all systems. The most important aspect of the Crown Victorias is the high-speed interceptor package containing a high-performance engine, twin cam, multi-point injected V-8, a high-performance computer, a 120-amp heavy-duty alternator, a heavy-duty water pump, an external, aircraft-quality engine, two transmission coolers, a double-fan radiator cooling system and a heavy-duty radiator. In addition, theres a heavy-duty, four-speed electronic transmission and an extra capacity transmission, limited slip high-ratio rear end, and super-duty ABS four-wheel disc brakes. Wild Roses Chevy SS Impalas and Caprices are equipped with the high-speed performance Corvette engine 5.7 liter, multi-point injector V-8 or V-6, a high-performance computer, a 120-amp heavy-duty alternator, a heavy-duty water pump, an external engine cooler, two transmission coolers, a double-fan radiator cooling system and a heavy-duty radiator. These vehicles also have a 700R heavy-duty Corvette transmissions; limited slip high-ratio rear end; super-duty ABS four-wheel disc brakes; heavy-duty high performance, ventilated rims that are 1 inch wider than standard; Goodyear Eagle RSA 225-70, Z rated tires; super-duty good-performance suspension package; front and rear sway bars with heavy-duty suspension bushings; heavy-duty shocks and springs; and high-performance twin tuned exhaust. Safety features include high-impact-reinforced impact bars, drive shaft and universals. Wild Rose contracts out to a paint shop for repainting two-tone police cars to solid colors, or per customers requests. All cars are sanitized in addition to being cleaned and detailed. Carpet and upholstery are replaced as needed, so the car is as close to new as the customer?s budget allows. The majority of Wild Roses vehicles are from California. Montgomerie calls West Coast cars ?superior? due to the good weather and roads in that region of the country. He went on to say that a 5-year-old car in New York has had its life, whereas a car the same age in California might have many more good years left. Thats why Wild Rose does not deal with out-of-state vehicles, again due to potential problems such as corrosion. Montgomerie said legislation in California is strict, so he hand picks every vehicle to ensure that he gets the best vehicle possible. He has worked with agencies from Orange County, CA for many years due to Wild Roses good reputation for giving officers fair deals and the respect they deserve, Montgomerie said. Wild Rose sells to many different departments for both patrol use and take-home fleets. Montgomerie works with small departments on tight budgets, even giving them deals such as three for the price of one. He gives discounts to law enforcement, government offices, and the military to show the appreciation for the jobs they do. The Marines have used his cars for training purposes. Montgomerie said a lot of families with teenage drivers have been buying used police cars because of the safety factor. Parents with young children also like the fact that the Ford CVPI can fit three car seats across the back seat. Many of Wild Roses customers are people who have been in accidents and now want a safer car. Vehicles found at Wild Rose typically have 50,000 to 90,000 miles on them. The company does not place a cutoff age on its cars, but it usually deals with Ford Crown Victorias from model years 1997 to 2005. Chevy Impalas range from 1993 to 1996. Nearly new vehicles are also available if a customer requests one. A 2-year-old CVPI with 85,000 miles would sell for $9,980 at Wild Rose Motors. A Fleet Replacement Program is also available. Montgomerie said his cars are all ready to go. If a customer needs 10 cars tomorrow, he can supply them. He also offers negotiated contract rates and fleet discounts for the more you buy. The company ships cars all over the country and as far as Australia. Though a small company, Wild Rose Motors prides itself on high-quality customer service. Originally from New Zealand, Montgomerie said he brought his business sense from there. He once had a client whose wife was stuck on the freeway with car trouble drove out to help her. Thats PR that money cant buy, Montgomerie said. The company sells a large volume of vehicles based on word of mouth alone. Montgomerie will pay a $100 finders fee to anyone who refers someone to his shop. Jennifer Gavigan Police Fleet Manager Magazine Nov/Dec 2008 Issue Refurbished and Reconditioned Police Vehicles, Part 3 ____________________________________________________________________ After getting ''Steve'' (the name my daughters gave the car) washed, I noticed marks from the OCTA stickers that had previously been on the car. I gave a good friend, who is an OC Airport/Transit Authority Office, a call and mentioned it to him. He laughed and said maybe it was one of his old cars. He went on to tell me about how great the CVPI's are, how well they perform and how much safer they are than other cars. He told me about an accident two officers were involved in with a brand new CVPI. They were t-boned in an intersection by a car going approximately 60 mph that ran a red light. Both officers walked away from the crash with only minor injuries. He told me that he's sorry to see Ford discontinue the CVPI. He said the Dodge Chargers, while fast, are not holding up to service duty requirements and they are too small for most officer's comfort. So, you picked the right product! I am seriously considering buying another, newer, lower mileage CVPI for myself before they halt production in 2011. ~ Robert Carruth It's nice to know that in this day and age there are still people in the world that are still willing to help the little guy. Someone once told me that you get back what you dish out times ten. I can say with confidence that Seton will have a long and prosperous life because of the things he has done in his lifetime up to this point. Thank you Steve and I hope to do more business with wild rose motors in the future. Russell Coleman. Sent from my Blackberry by Boost Mobile Right off the bat I have to say that seeing this many wonderful testimonials and having my own wonderful experience as well really says something about what the family and friends over at Wild Rose do for their customers. From beginning to end there wasn't a moment that I wasn't treated kindly and with whole hearted respect. I was greeted with a kind smile and helping hand and we all even shared a few laughs while going through the rest of the process. I'd have to say that not just in buying a car, but as an experience in general, I was so glad and am still very excited that I've been able to be a part of that wonderful moment. I look forward to sharing more time and laughs with my friends over at Wild Rose and if you or any of your friends are looking for a true personal, fun experience as well as quality service and vehicles, there is no where else I would rather recommend. Thank you again to everyone who made my experience memorable and I look forward to seeing you all soon!
Cheers, Devan Bowers  I have wanted to drive everywhere since I bought this car from you guys. Seton, you really outdid yourself on this deal. The experience of the purchase was unlike any other car buying experience I have ever had. I am already looking forward to the next cruiser that I get from you. This car has it all and is more than I had expected. That, and the comfort of knowing its a quality vehicle that will last me for a long time. Thank you for your candor and honesty. I recommend to anyone looking for a great used police interceptor to visit you first. Thank you again!
-Jamie A.  Wild Rose Motors is the best place to start your search for a P71 Interceptor. Steve is one of the friendliest guys I have ever met. He is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to these cars. If you need anything he will help you out. Steve isnt like other salesmen. There is absolutely no pressure like at other dealerships. He is very kind and lets you browse and test drive whatever P71 catches your eye.; If you are in the market for a CVPI, you MUST stop by Wild Rose Motors, you wont regret it!
Thanks again Steve - Matt Bernhardt  I am looking for an interceptor because my Dad is a retired L.A. County Sheriffs Officer and he told me that they are the best car for a first car. They are extremely well taken care of and really safe. I would like info on this car and any others you have. I need a car desperately and this is where my Dad told me to look.
- Troy Harris  This past Spring, after searching the country for a Police Interceptor that met my expectations, I found a 2003 Ford P71 at Wild Rose Motors that was everything I hoped for. I was so impressed with the deal and the after-sale service, I wrote a testimony to my experience with Steve Montgomery and his crew. My name is Victor, but if you?ve read the testimonials written for Wild Rose Motors, you may know me better as 'Cynical Old Fart'. A couple of months after buying the P71, I hit the road on a cross-country journey with more than 87,000 miles showing on the odometer. Although I had owned a Police Interceptor with mileage in the past, I had never travelled long distances in it. Until this trip, I didnt know what I had been missing. The P71s high performance suspension and front-end took to the asphalt with a sure-footedness and confidence that was a pleasure to experience. Even under a very heavy load that forced the car to shift into passing gear for long periods when climbing mountains, the super-duty cooling system kept the powerful Interceptor V-8 running cool and smooth, never missing a beat for twelve hundred miles! As satisfying as the Interceptors performance was, I have to admit that I also came to relish the public?s reaction to the car. Wherever I stopped, the P71 attracted admirers. Within the first couple of months after arriving in Amarillo, Texas, where Im visiting family, I had five offers to sell the car, including one from a local constable. I enjoyed the compliments, but no other car I might buy would provide the safety, the performance, the reliability, the good looks, and the unique pride in ownership that a Ford Police Interceptor gives to those who drive them. I owe so much of my satisfaction with this car, though, to my decision to buy from Wild Rose Motors. Steve Montgomery is a Police Interceptor enthusiast who hand picks only clean, dry, well-maintained units from Southern California agencies. He doesnt settle for less, and neither do I. My P71 has recently sailed past 90,000 miles, just in time for the car and I to hit the highway on another cross-country adventure. I will catch up with you down the road. Victor M.  This past Spring, after searching the country for a Police Interceptor that met my expectations, I found a 2003 Ford P71 at Wild Rose Motors that was everything I hoped for. I was so impressed with the deal and the after-sale service, I wrote a testimony to my experience with Steve Montgomery and his crew. My name is Victor, but if youve read the testimonials written for Wild Rose Motors, you may know me better as Cynical Old Fart.
A couple of months after buying the P71, I hit the road on a cross-country journey with more than 87,000 miles showing on the odometer. Although I had owned a Police Interceptor with mileage in the past, I had never travelled long distances in it. Until this trip, I didnt know what I had been missing. The P71s high performance suspension and front-end took to the asphalt with a sure-footedness and confidence that was a pleasure to experience. Even under a very heavy load that forced the car to shift into passing gear for long periods when climbing mountains, the super-duty cooling system kept the powerful Interceptor V-8 running cool and smooth, never missing a beat for twelve hundred miles! As satisfying as the Interceptors performance was, I have to admit that I also came to relish the publics reaction to the car. Wherever I stopped, the P71 attracted admirers. Within the first couple of months after arriving in Amarillo, Texas, where Im visiting family, I had five offers to sell the car, including one from a local constable. I enjoyed the compliments, but no other car I might buy would provide the safety, the performance, the reliability, the good looks, and the unique pride in ownership that a Ford Police Interceptor gives to those who drive them. I owe so much of my satisfaction with this car, though, to my decision to buy from Wild Rose Motors. Steve Montgomery is a Police Interceptor enthusiast who hand picks only clean, dry, well-maintained units from Southern California agencies. He doesnt settle for less, and neither do I. My P71 has recently sailed past 90,000 miles, just in time for the car and I to hit the highway on another cross-country adventure. Ill catch up with you down the road. Victor M. 
To: Steve Montogomerie From: Mark Farley CalArts Campus Safety Supervisor Date: 10/9/2008 Re: Crown Victoria Police Cruiser Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know how much we like the Police Cruiser we purchased from you. This vehicle has been an outstanding addition to our department. It?s an excellent vehicle, in outstanding condition. It was truly a pleasure working with you. I appreciate your professionalism and fair pricing. I wish you all the best in your endeavors and look forward to doing business with you in the future. April 19, 2008 My name is Scott I called you a short while ago after viewing your website. I was looking for some information about doing an engine swap from my truck ( a 2001 Ford F150 4.6 romeo motor) with a 2007 4.6 romeo interceptor motor. You graciously and patiently gave me your time and passed your knowledge along to help me in my endeavor. You made me realize that swapping one 4.6 l motor for another could be a little tricky. I will happily pass the good word about you and your company along. Any help you may be able to offer about swapping out my 4.6l motor with another would be greatly appreciated. Scott January 7th, 2008
Dear prospective Wild Rose Motors clients, I wanted to take the time to express my overall satisfaction with Wild Rose Motors (WRM). They not only had a diverse selection of vehicles for any budget but they were also extremely accommodating and very professional. I recently reached the one year anniversary with the 2002 Crown Victoria P71 that I purchased and seven thousand miles later it?s still running great. I recommend WRM and will definitely consider them for future Interceptor purchases. Best regards, Josh Geismar President AmeriStar Security CA Lic # PPO 15591 
Hey Steve and the crew down at Wild Rose. Thanks again for the Crown Victoria, it's a great tool for my new business. I feel I made a good choice by buying this vehicle locally and really feel that I made a good choice buying it through Steve. Solid choices are important as well as fine tools of the trade are and what a great buy. Oh and thanks for the extra equipment, my computers will feel right at home. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a solid vehicle like the cars down at Wild Rose, you got to see Steve he will hook you up. Thanks again.
Danny Alvarado Investigator  Policeinterceptors.info is great! I recently bought a 1995 Chevy Impala and I couldn't be happier. I reccomend that all my fellow devil dogs do business with them. They appreciate us, and it shows! Tristen Joyner ''A rose is a rose,'' someone once said, but I guarantee you, that person never ran into Seton B. Montgomerie and the crew at Wild Rose Motors. Normally, I am a cynical old fart and have been ever since Roy Rogers had his horse, Trigger, stuffed and mounted. So, when I contacted Wild Rose Motors in my search for a Crown Vic Interceptor, I was pretty sure I knew what to expect, but Steve- as Seton likes to be called- proceeded to blow away every one of those preconceived notions I had about the car-buying experience. First of all, Steve and his crew don't just sell cars. These are true Police Interceptor enthusiasts. Not only do they know these special automobiles inside, out, and underneath, but they also seem to understand the nature of those individuals who drive them or want to drive them. Steve addressed my concerns even before I did. He knew exactly what I needed in a car, and more important, he knew exactly the kind of straight-forward, no-nonsense dealings I needed from the individual who sold me that car. Finally, Steve went so far beyond my expectations in servicing and preparing the Interceptor I had chosen, I was left speechless- and let me tell you, that's a neat little trick that a lot of my friends would pay good money to learn! I choose to drive Interceptors because the right Interceptor is strong, reliable, incredibly safe, and because- frankly- the cars exude the kind of attitude a fire-breathing dragon could admire. If you think an Interceptor might be the car for you, then listen to this crabby old cynic; I've talked to dealers all over the country, but I bought my Interceptor from Steve Montgomerie and Wild Rose Motors. Call them, and find out why! Victor M. Recently my Director asked me to purchase a previously-owned Crown Victoria Police Interceptor to be used as a technology test bed for the major world-class Aerospace Corporation that I work for in Raleigh, North Carolina. Having no experience in used police vehicles, I was aked to purchase the vehicle within one week from any source in the Western United States. I had been given a very tight deadline which will directly affect the success of our technology. Luckily I was able to quickly weed out the multitude of Interceptor vehicle sellers around the country, and contacted Seton Montgomerie at Wild Rose Motors. Steve was a delight to talk to over the phone. If anything, he was amusing, as well as cordial, but professional. He made an otherwise stressful decision and process, very enjoyable. Since I knew nothing about police vehicles, it was his priority to understand what I needed, and asked me the right questions to narrow my eventual selection of a surprisingly clean and great running vehicle. Steve presented all of the Pro's & Con's with each type and model year of the Interceptors in stock; and this honesty was refreshing. But, most of all he also understood my critical deadline, and my desire to get the buyers, he clearly and methodically helped me deal with the inherently cumbersome purchasing bureaucracy of my three offices in California, Texas and North Carolina to produce the necessary documentation, approval and wiring of funds to complete the purchase and deliver our prized Crown Vic. Guess what, I drove off the Wild Rose Motor's lot with a really nice Interceptor in a couple of days. Amazing! I thought it couldn't be done! After a few months of driving the vehicle between system integrators the car developed a slight misfire, and the ''Check Engine'' light was reared it's ugly head. At the moment we were demonstrating our technology to our customers using the Crown Vic, and we feared the problem with the vehicle would jeopardize our activities with our customer. Betwen meetings, I called Steven, and asked me to immediately bring the vehicle to his facility to be checked out. Steve selflessly rescheduled his other appointments to correct the problem in the vehicle and sent me on my way without missing a beat. Thank you, Steve, for an enjoyable experience, and splendid customer service. Oh, and thanks for a really nice interceptor, too. Regards, I. Bragado Senior Field Applications Engineer Wild Rose Motors is the best! I looked around at many different dealerships trying to find a good, safe quality car at a price that would fit within my budget. My search for the perfect car led me straight to the wonderful world of Wild Rose Motors, home of the best cars, and ever better people. Steve, the owner, was fabulous, he took time with me showing me every car within my budget and taking me on more than one test drive. These cars are so great, I found the perfect one for my family; the kids love it! The cars are so fun to drive, and most of all super safe. Once Steve started telling me all about the safety features of these cars I was definitely sold; my familys safety comes first. So take it from a very satisfied customer, if you want a great car with safety being a top priority for your family, you definitely need to come down and see my new best friend Steve at Wild Rose Motors! -Lindsey |
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