Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2
Long before Dubai Police entered Ferraris as their parade and show cars, one 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE roamed the streets of Rome as the fastest and most expensive police car of its day. The Rome Police Department wanted something to show its power and provide high-speed escort or catch criminals driving fast cars. What better choice than the Ferrari coupe fully equipped with flashing lights and sirens (via Top Gear)?
The car was in service in the early 1960s. It was on the streets of Rome every day until the early 1970s. Even though it was considered a marketing gimmick more than a regular patrol car, it was very active in catching bad guys and even involved in a few shootouts with criminals.