1996 Ford Probe 16 valve review from UK and Ireland
"An affordable and rewarding sports car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear brake caliper.
Hydraulic lifters/tappers.
Rusted Sunroof.
Central Locking.
General comments?
The probe is a cheap car to purchase.
Running costs are quite reasonable provided you stay away from Ford main dealers.
The 2 Litre engine is powerful enough, although not particularly fast unless your rev the engine hard.
The front seats are very comfortable.
Rear space is tight, however there is a very large boot.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2 Litre Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Astra |
| Date of Entry | 23rd May, 2005 |