1996 Ford Probe GT review from Australia and New Zealand
"Sexy looking car with beaut engine if looked after"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front right shocks are absolutely worn- 2nd set of shocks in history of car.
Water pump lost its bearings- 3rd water pump in history of car; relatively expensive to repair as there is minimal room and it is attached behind the timing belt- so timing case and power steering and alternator belts must come off to access. (these cars are very harsh on water pumps)
Oil leaks coming from timing case and Cam seals (causing oil to seep onto timing belt, which is softening it, which will cause belt to snap and bend engines valves)
General comments?
This car is beautiful to look at and keeps up with appearances today.
The engine is very high revving for a V6 however appearances may be deceiving, as sexy lines certainly do not match reliability of engine once kilometres start clicking over.
It would be cheaper and more worthwhile buying a new engine rather than repairing certain components that go wrong with the car.
Ensure car that is bought has had good owners and has been very well cared for.
Recommended Reviews:
  | A true sports car with an exotic flair! |
  | Expensive to run, cheap to buy, well spec'd, pretty fun, but niggly problems will get to you |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 181000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 189000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Opel Calibra |
| Date of Entry | 18th June, 2004 |