Master_Shake

There's nothing in his story that would give the cop probable cause to search the vehicle. Speeding, having a fancy car, and being an idiot do not rise to the level of probable cause for a search. Perhaps there was something else that gave the cop probable cause, for example, a sticker exclaiming to the world that the guy had illegal parts or something, but none of that was mentioned in the story.

Having said that, there are alternative ways for the cop to search the guy's car. The most likely is that he got permission.

What, you ask, why would the guy give the cop permission? Because damn near everybody gives the cops permission. Cops carry guns and are an intimidating presence. People act stupid, even when it's agains their own interest when cops start asking questions.

Cooperating with the police is never in your best interest. The cops are not your friend in these situations. You have to obey their orders (they do carry guns) but you'd be a fool to do anything more.

Edit: In fairness, I am speaking from an American viewpoint, specifically regarding the laws of Pennsylvania. I have no idea how they treat such people in Canada or the Ukraine.

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