Are Ford Probes good cars?
Are Ford Probes good cars?
Excellent snow traction, smooth, quiet ride, sits low like a sports car, and fun to drive. This year model had some fading paint issues from Ford, so maybe you can pick up a model that had a re-spray.
What kind of engine does the Ford Probe have?
1989–1992 Probe. The first generation Ford Probe was based on the Mazda GD platform, and was powered by a 2.2 L SOHC 4-cylinder Mazda F2 engine. It debuted in 1988 for the 1989 model year and was produced until 1992 in the United States.
When did Ford discontinue the Ford Probe?
On March 17, 1997, Ford announced the discontinuation of the Probe. Starting in the late 1970s, Ford and Ghia started exploring a series of futuristic designs with the “Probe” series of concept vehicles.
When did the Ford Probe GT Plus come out?
In 1994, Ford released a limited edition of the Probe, marketed as the Probe “Feature Car”, but officially called the “GT Plus” package. This special package is better known to the general public and enthusiast community as the Probe “Wild Orchid Edition”.
When did the Ford Probe get a 4 star rating?
The 1991 Probe was given a 4-star crash rating in collision tests conducted by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Ford and Mazda design teams merged once again to give the Ford Probe a complete redesign for the 1993 model year.
Is the 1990 Ford Probe GT a turbo?
This 1990 Ford Probe GT is in immaculate condition, and is the desirable turbocharged variety. Similar to the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe we just featured, this sport compact Ford is also saddled with an automatic, but perhaps the slushbox spared it from a boy-racer fate.
1989–1992 Probe. The first generation Ford Probe was based on the Mazda GD platform, and was powered by a 2.2 L SOHC 4-cylinder Mazda F2 engine. It debuted in 1988 for the 1989 model year and was produced until 1992 in the United States.
Is the Ford Probe GT barn an automatic?
Similar to the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe we just featured, this sport compact Ford is also saddled with an automatic, but perhaps the slushbox spared it from a boy-racer fate. The seller lists no major faults and notes that the Probe starts, runs, and stops as it should.
On March 17, 1997, Ford announced the discontinuation of the Probe. Starting in the late 1970s, Ford and Ghia started exploring a series of futuristic designs with the “Probe” series of concept vehicles.
