The Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (colloquially referred to simply as the CVPI. P71 or '"Crown Vic"') is a civilian police car that was manufactured by the Ford Motor Company from 1992 to 2011. It is the law enforcement version of the Ford Crown Victoria. From 1997 and into the early 2010s. the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor was the most widely used automobile in law enforcement operations in the United States and Canada. Episodically. but notably they were also used in Russia. Although the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor was not sold to the general public. they are widely repurchased by private users. The cars are in demand by taxi companies. those who want a safe car. and those who need a car with a bench seat which can take three passengers in the back. The Crown Victoria Police Interceptor came equipped with many heavy duty parts such as a revised transmission. and a 187 kW (254 PS; 251 hp) engine. Used Crown Victoria Police Interceptors are stripped of any police decals/. There are some dings on the front quarter panel. but not considered dents by local mechanics. Payment is accepted in bank check. money order. or cash.