Dan Akroyd’s Police Interceptor from “Blues Brothers 2000”

This is the 1991 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor that Dan Akroyd used in “Blues Brothers 2000.” Akroyd kept it after filming ended and later sold it, with 100% of the proceeds going to The Chithalen Memorial Fund.

The car has been in the possession of an enthusiast for a long time and will be offered for sale by Mecum in early October at their Indy Fall Special Auction. The car appears to still be in fairly good condition.

Fast Facts – Dan Akroyd’s Police Interceptor

The 1991 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor used by Dan Aykroyd in “Blues Brothers 2000” is up for auction. Aykroyd kept the car after filming and later sold it, donating the proceeds to The Chithalen Memorial Fund. Now in excellent condition, it will be offered again at Mecum’s Indy Fall Special Auction in October.
“Blues Brothers 2000” is a 1998 sequel to the 1980 cult classic. It follows Elwood Blues (Dan Aykroyd) as he rebuilds the band with new members, including John Goodman and a young orphan. The group faces challenges from the police, the Russian mob and rival musicians as they prepare for a battle of the bands in Louisiana.
The film features car chases, musical numbers and cameos from blues legends like BB King and Aretha Franklin. Although the film received mixed reviews, with praise for the music, it has gained a modest cult following and introduced blues music to a new generation.
Aykroyd’s Police Interceptor from the movie has a 351 cubic inch Ford Windsor V8 engine with $15,000 in modifications. It is being sold with extensive documentation, including registration in Aykroyd’s name. The listing does not yet include a price.

Blues Brothers 2000: A Speedrun

“Blues Brothers 2000” is a 1998 musical comedy film directed by John Landis and is a sequel to the 1980 cult classic “The Blues Brothers”. The film stars Dan Aykroyd, who reprises his role as Elwood Blues, alongside John Goodman, Joe Morton and 10-year-old J. Evan Bonifant.

Above movie: Blues Brothers 2000 is known for bringing classic blues, soul, and R&B music to a whole new generation when it was released in 1998. It became known for its comedic, over-the-top car crash scenes featuring many police vehicles.

The film opens 18 years after the events of the original film, with Elwood Blues released from prison. He discovers that his brother Jake (played by John Belushi in the original film) has died, along with their surrogate father, Curtis. Elwood meets Cabel Chamberlain (Joe Morton), Curtis’ illegitimate son, who is now a captain with the Illinois State Police.

Elwood decides to reunite the Blues Brothers Band, but encounters resistance from the band members who have moved on with their lives. He also becomes the unwitting guardian of an orphan named Buster (J. Evan Bonifant). Along the way, Elwood recruits Mighty Mack McTeer (John Goodman), a bartender with a powerful voice, to join the band.

The group encounters numerous obstacles as they prepare for a battle of the bands competition in Louisiana. They are pursued by the police, led by Cabel, and by a rival band called the Louisiana Gator Boys. The film features several chases and musical numbers, reminiscent of the style of the original film, including the famous huge car crashes for comedic effect.

During their journey, Elwood and his new crew encounter a variety of characters and situations, including a confrontation with a militia group and a visit to a voodoo practitioner. They also cross paths with the Russian mafia, adding to their growing list of pursuers.

As the story progresses, Cabel warms up to Elwood and his mission, eventually joining the band for their performance at the Battle of the Bands. The competition culminates in a “super jam” with the Blues Brothers Band and the Louisiana Gator Boys, featuring an all-star lineup of blues and R&B legends.

The film ends with Elwood, Mack, Cabel and Buster once again eluding the police and riding off into the sunset to continue their musical journey.

“Blues Brothers 2000” features numerous musical performances and cameos from famous musicians, including B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Bo Diddley, Aretha Franklin and many others. While it attempts to capture the spirit of the original film, it has received mixed reviews from critics and fans.

The film’s soundtrack, featuring both classic blues songs and new versions, was well-received and helped introduce a new generation to the blues genre. Despite its mixed reception, “Blues Brothers 2000” has developed a considerable cult following over the years.

Dan Akroyd’s Police Interceptor from “Blues Brothers 2000”

This car is a 1991 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor that was modified for the film, making it a replica of a police car. This is the vehicle that Akroyd is seen driving on screen in the film, and he seems to have grown somewhat attached to it, keeping it in his own private ownership after filming.

The car is powered by a 351 cubic inch Ford Windsor V8 with an automatic transmission and the engine is said to have been modified for the filming to the tune of $15,000, but no details are given.

It is now sold with extensive documentation on its use in the film and its history thereafter, including a registration document in the name of Dan Aykroyd.

If you’d like to read more about it or register to bid, you can view the listing here . It’s set to go up for auction at Mecum in early October, and at the time of writing, no price has been included.

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