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beebumble · 06-30-2014, 08:49 PM

So this happened this past winter... Was pulled off the street close to midnight by Dallas' finest into the back parking lot of a supermarket. This was in a relatively decent residential area in far North Dallas... very close to the North Dallas and George Bush tollways.

Drove up to the (apparently it was a drunk) check point with just under a dozen LEOs and immediately had them all encircling my car.. All were commenting on the car.. One commented on the wheels, others made similar references... when one asked how many horse power... Which I answered with the stock number... Another immediately chimed in from the other side of the car with " you'll never be able to use that much horse power" To which I immediately replied... "Well not with you guys around"
Pretty sure every LEO laughed at that... and I was told to have a good night.

Just thought I'd share a humorous LEO story...

Anyone else have a good one to share?

benji276289 · 06-30-2014, 09:36 PM

Trying to find a good "LEO" story is akin to trying to find a needle in....well you know.

No Excuses · 06-30-2014, 10:17 PM

I always compliment someone on their car even when I am on duty. Not all of us are evil. Just saying.

GMguy80 · 06-30-2014, 11:19 PM

If it is a nice car, I always make a comment about it. Not all LEOs are..well you know. I work for Dallas, and probably knew some of those guys who were commenting on your ride.

swiftdog01 · 06-30-2014, 11:19 PM

The vast majority of LEO's are good people. I've only run into one that was a complete douche in my 24 years of driving.

That's not to say I haven't gotten the stink-eye or been followed a few times in my Camaro and GTO for no apparent reason. As long as you behave yourself while they are behind you they will eventually go on their way.

Not knocking the police in any way shape or form. My dad was a cop for 40 years and I have a cousin who is a Fed. Nothing but respect for those guys. Tough job.

*Milk 1027* · 06-30-2014, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by No Excuses

I always compliment someone on their car even when I am on duty. Not all of us are evil. Just saying.

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Originally Posted by GMguy80

If it is a nice car, I always make a comment about it. Not all LEOs are..well you know. I work for Dallas, and probably knew some of those guys who were commenting on your ride.

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Originally Posted by swiftdog01

The vast majority of LEO's are good people. I've only run into one that was a complete douche in my 24 years of driving.

That's not to say I haven't gotten the stink-eye or been followed a few times in my Camaro and GTO for no apparent reason. As long as you behave yourself while they are behind you they will eventually go on their way.

Not knocking the police in any way shape or form. My dad was a cop for 40 years and I have a cousin who is a Fed. Nothing but respect for those guys. Tough job.

You guys are completely wrong. All LEOs are evil, only out to make money for the city/state/government entity of your choice and/or always looking to put someone in jail.

Seriously though, there are those that make the rest of us look terrible, I know I work with those types...
I always go out of the way to comment on people's cars when they are nice (far and few in between where I work). But 80% of the time I'm just not in the mood to joke around with people. Probably the nature of where I work.

FenwickHockey65 · 06-30-2014, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by benji276289

Trying to find a good "LEO" story is akin to trying to find a needle in....well you know.

Yes, every encounter with the police is horrible.

Give me a break.

Rigzo510 · 06-30-2014, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by No Excuses

I always compliment someone on their car even when I am on duty. Not all of us are evil. Just saying.

Which city are you currently a LEO in?

RobertRS · 07-01-2014, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Milk 1027

You guys are completely wrong. All LEOs are evil, only out to make money for the city/state/government entity of your choice and/or always looking to put someone in jail.

Seriously though, there are those that make the rest of us look terrible, I know I work with those types...
I always go out of the way to comment on people's cars when they are nice (far and few in between where I work). But 80% of the time I'm just not in the mood to joke around with people. Probably the nature of where I work.

Funny you would chime in. My wife and I took our new 2012 Silverado CC on a vacation to northern California at the end of summer of 2012 to visit with my sister and see some sights along our journey. Passing through Holbrook Arizona on our way back from seeing the Petrified Forest, a local sheriff came flying off of a graveled side road onto the interstate right in front of us and threw up a bunch of gravel off his tires. One hit and chipped our windshield and to this day is the only flaw on my truck. He sped away down the road never to be seen again. We were like, what the hell just happened here. That wasn't you was it.

Evergreen6 · 07-01-2014, 11:36 AM

I know a couple of guys on various forces and I appreciate what they do. That's a job that would turn me into a very grouchy person, and I'm glad people like them step up to the plate to do it.

The State Patrol guys are now running Caprices in my area. Pretty cool looking.

BigBoyBlue · 07-01-2014, 11:48 AM

One day I had to make a police report (that's another story) in Bethesda, MD. Montgomery County Police came to the scene (probably 5 of them). They all came over to my car and asked about the horsepower and remarked how badass the car was. They were in the 40-50 year range, so they started to reminisce about the Muscle Car Era. They actually told me to be careful because of all the speed cameras. I thought that was really cool. Maybe it's because I'm in that age range too and present myself very well, that they were so cool. I also come from a family of NYPD, so I know how to talk with cops.

Everybody talks $hit about cops, but when you are really in trouble they are a sight for sore eyes. Besides, most cops know that speed limits are too low and will work with you if you are not an arsehole. Just don't lie to them. All they hear are lies all day. Man up, but do it in referential manner, and you just might get a warning.

NYCamOwner · 07-01-2014, 11:49 AM

I was sitting in the car outside a meat market (They make great lunch sandwiches) talking on the phone when a local parks up next to me on the left. He stood in front of his car for probably 3-4 minutes while I finished my conversation, and once I was off the phone the only thing he said was "Nice!" with a nod of his head. He then went in to get his lunch I would presume.

Forte · 07-01-2014, 11:54 AM

We have some really bad sheriff's in my county but I know it's the specific person and not a representation of all LEO's, not in the least.

I've been pulled over a couple of times and the LEO was nothing short of respectful and helpful. One time I was looking for a certain area in a big city that I hadn't been to and was surprised by a round-a-bout (sp?). I slowly merged in behind an officer of course and he pulled me over as he should have. He then gave me directions and just told me to be more careful. I easily could have received a ticket but he knew it was an honest mistake and let me go.

I think most of us have our bad stories, but there are many good stories out there that just don't get shared enough. LEO's have a hard and stressful job and, like any of us, are entitled to their bad days. Just be respectful to them and you're much more likely to get respect back.

alaskacamaro · 07-02-2014, 11:46 PM

LEO's are just a slice of the community's they serve. Occasionally you will get a prick.

As long as you (generally) follow the road rules and not do anything stupid (burn-outs, road racing, etc) you will usually do fine. There are technically several violations on my car, the most obvious being a lack of a front plate (I just can't drill into it). Two years and only stopped once (for speed).

06-30-2014, 08:49 PM	#1
beebumble Be humble or buzz off Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 RY Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 157 View My Garage	Interaction with LEOs while in the Camaro... So this happened this past winter... Was pulled off the street close to midnight by Dallas' finest into the back parking lot of a supermarket. This was in a relatively decent residential area in far North Dallas... very close to the North Dallas and George Bush tollways. Drove up to the (apparently it was a drunk) check point with just under a dozen LEOs and immediately had them all encircling my car.. All were commenting on the car.. One commented on the wheels, others made similar references... when one asked how many horse power... Which I answered with the stock number... Another immediately chimed in from the other side of the car with " you'll never be able to use that much horse power" To which I immediately replied... "Well not with you guys around" Pretty sure every LEO laughed at that... and I was told to have a good night. Just thought I'd share a humorous LEO story... Anyone else have a good one to share? __________________ Last edited by beebumble; 06-30-2014 at 09:06 PM.

06-30-2014, 11:19 PM	#4
GMguy80 Drives: 2006 Trailblazer SS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 86	If it is a nice car, I always make a comment about it. Not all LEOs are..well you know. I work for Dallas, and probably knew some of those guys who were commenting on your ride. __________________ 1970 Corvette 2006 Trailblazer SS 2014 Summit White SS 1LE

07-01-2014, 11:48 AM	#11
BigBoyBlue Go NY Giants & NY Rangers Drives: 2013 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 782	One day I had to make a police report (that's another story) in Bethesda, MD. Montgomery County Police came to the scene (probably 5 of them). They all came over to my car and asked about the horsepower and remarked how badass the car was. They were in the 40-50 year range, so they started to reminisce about the Muscle Car Era. They actually told me to be careful because of all the speed cameras. I thought that was really cool. Maybe it's because I'm in that age range too and present myself very well, that they were so cool. I also come from a family of NYPD, so I know how to talk with cops. Everybody talks $hit about cops, but when you are really in trouble they are a sight for sore eyes. Besides, most cops know that speed limits are too low and will work with you if you are not an arsehole. Just don't lie to them. All they hear are lies all day. Man up, but do it in referential manner, and you just might get a warning. __________________ Molon Labe!

07-01-2014, 11:49 AM	#12
NYCamOwner "Katy" Drives: 2014 2LT A6 'Vert Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Western New York Posts: 1,076 View My Garage	I was sitting in the car outside a meat market (They make great lunch sandwiches) talking on the phone when a local parks up next to me on the left. He stood in front of his car for probably 3-4 minutes while I finished my conversation, and once I was off the phone the only thing he said was "Nice!" with a nod of his head. He then went in to get his lunch I would presume. __________________ 2014 Black 2LT Convertible Elite Engineering Catch Can, Vitesse Throttle Controller, CAI Cold Air Intake Possible next mods: Throttle Body Exhaust Upstate C5 Member No, that is not me in the avatar..... I just love hot girls and hot cars.... or hot girls IN hot cars....

06-30-2014, 09:36 PM	#2
benji276289 Drives: 2021 Camaro 2SS1LE, 6 spd.man., Ora Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Roanoke County, Va. Posts: 1,154	Trying to find a good "LEO" story is akin to trying to find a needle in....well you know.

06-30-2014, 10:17 PM	#3
No Excuses Account Suspended Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Cali Posts: 323	I always compliment someone on their car even when I am on duty. Not all of us are evil. Just saying.

06-30-2014, 11:19 PM	#5
swiftdog01 Drives: 2012 IOM 2SS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Somewhere Between Heaven & Hell Posts: 113	The vast majority of LEO's are good people. I've only run into one that was a complete douche in my 24 years of driving. That's not to say I haven't gotten the stink-eye or been followed a few times in my Camaro and GTO for no apparent reason. As long as you behave yourself while they are behind you they will eventually go on their way. Not knocking the police in any way shape or form. My dad was a cop for 40 years and I have a cousin who is a Fed. Nothing but respect for those guys. Tough job.

07-01-2014, 11:36 AM	#10
Evergreen6 Drives: 2023 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: United States Posts: 1,435	I know a couple of guys on various forces and I appreciate what they do. That's a job that would turn me into a very grouchy person, and I'm glad people like them step up to the plate to do it. The State Patrol guys are now running Caprices in my area. Pretty cool looking.

07-01-2014, 11:54 AM	#13
Forte Drives: 2011 2LT/RS CGM W/ Black Stripes Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Madera, CA Posts: 598	We have some really bad sheriff's in my county but I know it's the specific person and not a representation of all LEO's, not in the least. I've been pulled over a couple of times and the LEO was nothing short of respectful and helpful. One time I was looking for a certain area in a big city that I hadn't been to and was surprised by a round-a-bout (sp?). I slowly merged in behind an officer of course and he pulled me over as he should have. He then gave me directions and just told me to be more careful. I easily could have received a ticket but he knew it was an honest mistake and let me go. I think most of us have our bad stories, but there are many good stories out there that just don't get shared enough. LEO's have a hard and stressful job and, like any of us, are entitled to their bad days. Just be respectful to them and you're much more likely to get respect back.

07-02-2014, 11:46 PM	#14
alaskacamaro Drives: 2012 2SS 45TH Anniversary Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kentucky Posts: 720	LEO's are just a slice of the community's they serve. Occasionally you will get a prick. As long as you (generally) follow the road rules and not do anything stupid (burn-outs, road racing, etc) you will usually do fine. There are technically several violations on my car, the most obvious being a lack of a front plate (I just can't drill into it). Two years and only stopped once (for speed).