I know this doesn't help your situation, but when I have been pulled over, I roll all my windows down and put my hands at 10 and 2 on the steering wheel. I also turn on all dome lights if night time. These little things make the cop feel safer and perhaps a little more lenient. I have even been told by a cop friend that they also appreciate when you put your hands out the window so they can see them as they approach.

knock on wood, I haven't had to utilize these techniques in awhile. I guess I am getting slow and law abiding in my old age.

The last time I was pulled over in the Vehicross, I still had the Ferrari badging on it (removed about 2 years ago). I remember he asked me for license and proof of insurance. I handed over both and after looking at my insurance card, he said "No, I need your insurance card for THIS car". I said "Sorry for the confusion, but this is actually an Isuzu Vehicross, not a Ferrari". I quick check of the seat back of my recaro seat (imprinted with Vehicross) and confirmation of my VIN number and I was sent on my way.